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Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds

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West facing front of cottage
Private Garden with some furniture
Entrance drive
Pond adjacent to cottage

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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uckfield
  • East Sussex National Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Ashdown Forest
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds

This pretty, former chauffeur’s, cottage is set well away from the lane, situated between High Hurstwood and Buxted in an area designated of Outstanding Natural Beauty within the grounds of owners’ home overlooking fields and adjacent to an unfenced pond stocked with course fish which is home to a variety of local wildlife. Four steps lead up to the front door and on the ground floor the spacious accommodation consists of a hallway with a cosy living room leading off and an open fire, overlooking the pond and garden. A double bedroom with views of the garden and a family bathroom with overhead shower. There is a farmhouse style, well-equipped kitchen with separate dining area and a further single bedroom with basin. Both these rooms have excellent views over the pond. The first floor consists of a landing with hanging cupboard, a good sized single bedroom overlooking both the garden and pond and a large twin bedded (which can be made into a double bed) room with views of the gardens and an en-suite bathroom.
There is ample parking for two cars and the spacious private garden is equipped with garden benches, tables, chairs, sun loungers and a barbecue. There is a further pond on the far side of the lane from the house surrounded by a bluebell wood and fields, all within the owners’ grounds
Other amenities include:
Full oil central heating, kindling and coal for the fire, books and games, unlimited fibre-optic broadband , TV, DVD player, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer, cafetiere, microwave, charcoal BBQ, all towels and bed linen, a high chair, stair gate and cot (available on request) and a welcome pack with local seasonal fare.
All children must be supervised in the garden with the unfenced pond. Course fishing is available on request.


Property manager

Diana Brennan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is an unfenced pond next to the cottage
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outside in the garden
Check in after 4 pm & before 9 pm No smoking inside cottage no pets allowed
Report damage/ problems to owner immediately. Place rubbish in bins outside Turn off lights when cottage unoccupied Burn coal only on open fire
Parking by cottage for two cars , vans and additional cars in area across lane Vacate by 10 a.m. on departure day with property clean and tidy

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Uckfield

Located in Uckfield, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Crowborough Beacon Golf Club and Piltdown Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Downs National Park and High Weald. Travelling with kids? Consider Tinkers Park, or check out an event or a game at Hanbury Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • East Sussex National Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Ashdown Forest - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 18 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Uckfield Buxted Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Memories of the Picture House Uckfield - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chinese Lucky House Takeaway - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming detached cottage in peaceful, rural setting with woodland & ponds located?

This family-friendly Uckfield cottage is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of High Weald, Tinkers Park and Wilderness Wood. West Park Nature Reserve and Crowborough Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Uckfield Buxted Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and Cottage!
This cottage was lovely to stay in! Hosts were very welcoming and cottage was big, more like house size which was great! Had all the facilities we needed like dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, as well as nice warm heating! Lake is right next to cottage and is really nice, plus cute ducks to look at. Surrounding area is beautiful, wish we could have stayed for longer! Property is close to main house but far enough away for privacy. Bare in mind some of the roads are very narrow and one way leading up to the cottage. A great quiet and rural location! Thank you for a lovely stay! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another lovely stay
We stayed here at the end of 2021 and came back for new year 2022/23 as we liked it so much. The house is spacious and easy to live in, with lovely views out across the fields, wood, pond. The house is as presented in the photos. We like it's seclusion - it is a ten minute drive to any shops or cafes and is away from other houses. Ashdown Forest, the Pooh Bridge and Hartfield are close by (15 mins or so by car). Other things to do like Lewes, Charleston, Knockhatch Adventure Park are a decent drive away but very do-able. Diana is a wonderful host and she and her husband live on the same site in the main house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and wonderful!
I can’t say enough to convey how amazing our stay was here. My family and I were in the UK from the US and Canada and we loved our days spent out touring followed by peaceful and cozy evenings spent in the cottage. Diana was so kind and helpful, she walked through everything when we arrived and was wonderful to communicate with before and after our stay. Please go stay with them if you have the chance, I promise you won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday in Sussex (July 2024)
Our week's stay was great, thanks to the lovely and practical holiday home, the welcoming landlords, the magnificent garden, the tourist information available in the sitting room, the many opportunities for walking (e.g. near the property - Vanguard way etc.) and for sightseeing...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Perfect cottage to enjoy the English countryside. Very accomodating hosts and our boys thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to catch and release fish as well as enjoy the nearby walks. Well situated for us to catch up with nearby family and friends, see the sights of the area or jump on a train to London.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean R., Warwick, England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Detached Cottage
We pulled up into the property and were greated within minutes by Terence and were given a quick tour of the cottage, garden and lake area. There was a bottle of wine and jamaica ginger cake (my favourite) left on the dining table for us. Diana popped by later on to introduce herself and check everything was ok. We felt really welcome by both and were told to knock on them should we need anything. We spent a week in the cottage, it was brilliant. Such a relaxing, peaceful place. Diana and Terence really are the perfect hosts, their hospitality and the way we were made to feel welcome was excellent. I would, without doubt, recommend this cottage to anybody looking for a quiet trip away. We hope to visit again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

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'Delightful'
Our second visit to this lovely Cottage and grounds. Just as before a wonderful warm welcome, and great peaceful stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C., Milford on Sea, Lymington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful retreat
The cottage was set in lovely surroundings, quiet and relaxing. The hosts were lovely people, nothing was too much for them. We had a really good week and the weather was kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly peaceful.
Diana and her husband were fantastic, extremely helpful and very hospitable. The cottage was perfect for our little break, well equipped and set in beautiful surroundings with nothing but sounds of nature! Perfect! We will be back! Oh, dont feed the chooks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, rural, relaxing
The property is a self contained house on the owners large property. It is private being 80yards from their house, and ‘facing’ the other way. It is 1 mile up a road that is single track in places, so hardly any passing traffic, just the sounds of nature to wake up to. We watched buzzards, bats and a woodpecker from our enclosed garden area, and lots of pond life. The accommodation is cottagey in decoration, and the owner has been very thoughtful in making it very well equipped.There are 3 single beds upstairs and a double bed downstairs, these areas are separate/private from each other, each with own toilet, so would suit 2 couples/groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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A comfortable stay in a beautiful location
This was our second visit and we loved it just as much. The grounds were beautiful in the spring and the cottage is lovely. The hosts are kind and friendly and are really happy to help with anything. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
The cottage is bigger than we expected and is so comfortable and homely. The setting is beautiful and remote but some of us didn’t drive and still got there easily with a short cab ride from Buxted station. Diana and Terence were extremely friendly and helpful,. The dog, Peggy and the resident chickens were a lovely bonus! We hope to come back and stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful cottage
We stayed at Morphews cottage over Christmas. There were 6 of us staying (all adults) in total. The cottage was spacious, with lots of room for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked, the lounge was very comfortable. The cottage is set in beautiful countryside and we took several walks down the lane. Owners, Diana and Terrence were very welcoming and available to answer any questions. Morphews cottage was a wonderful, relaxing respite for us. Hope we can stay again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, lovely hosts, fantastic area
We loved everything about this. A really remote, secluded location, the house was exactly as the website suggests and Diana was an excellent host. The house, is big, spacious, comfortable, plenty of storage and well-equipped (and exactly as shown on Vrbo - no nasty surprises!). Diana and Terence were excellent hosts, going out of their way to be helpful and kind. There is a huge variety of things to do (if you're prepared to drive) - Ashdown Forest, Poohsticks Bridge, Hever Castle, Lewes, Knockhatch Adventure Playground. Thoroughly recommended - we'd very happily go back.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
The cottage is lovely and in a quiet rural location. It is well equipped and comfortable, having everything you need. We were made very welcome by the owners and the hens. We had a wonderful family break and would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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Holiday
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend both the accommodation and the friendliness of the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

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Girls weekend
The cottage was comfortable and had a calm and pleasant atmosphere. The grounds were spectacular, with a beautiful natural pond with fish and ducks. The owners hens were particularly friendly as they tried to join in with a yoga session in the garden. It felt a privilege to stay here and I have no doubt that we will return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adriana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful countryside spot
We couldn’t have asked for more for our stay: fresh air, wonderful views, countryside quiet, close to cycle trails, shops and other attractions. The cottage is fully equipped for the whole family and the owners have made us feel very welcome. We felt truly pampered - thank you Diana and Terence.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula S., Kent, UK

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A nice place to stay to get away from it all.
This is a good value for money property. The property is neat and clean with decent decor and a better equipped kitchen than most rentals. There is also plenty of storage space which isn't always the case with rental properties, making it easy to put away coats and spare boots so your aren’t always tripping over them. All of the rooms with the exception of the living room are quite large - and the living room would have been large enough even if we had been a party of six. What makes this property special is the location, which is rural with loads of lovely walks right from your doorstep. We went walking every day and even though it was the Easter term break we rarely passed anyone on the trails. The views for the windows in the cottage were very picturesque and the owners could not have been more helpful. Also, whilst feeling remote you could drive to Crowborough or Uckfield in just over 10 minutes for groceries or take aways. We had a really enjoyable break and it was just what we needed after lockdown ended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pushkar A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Observations
An exceptionally located big cottage with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The private pond is a truly special feature and the hosts are wonderful.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Acorn C.

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A** Highly recommended
Beautiful cottage, lovely owners and incredible service.

10/10 Excellent

Acorn C.

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Highly recommended
Very impressed with both the property and owner
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful ,perfect setting
Well presented and managed , thoughtfully ready for an. 'after dark' arrival . Lights on , curtains drawn and beautifully warm. Plenty of room for three generations of us. Glorious views from every window, lots of walks in attractive countryside .

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chauffeurs Cottage
The cottage was ideal for us, well equipped and comfortable. The setting is lovely with the pond just outside, the resident ducks and chickens kept us company when we sat outside in the garden. The owners were very friendly and made us feel welcome, perfect hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Diana Brennan

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We have lived here since 1975 and enjoyed living in such beautiful surroundings which we enjoy sharing with and describing to our guests. Because we live on the property we are normally available to give any helpful tourist advice and ensure the smooth running of the cottage.

Why they chose this property

This property is situated in the heart of the AONB of the Sussex Weald which in Roman and Tudor times was the main iron producing region in Britain. The iron ore was used, amongst other things, to make canon ball to help fend off the Spanish Armada. We have a hammer pond dating back to this period and the remains of the bloomery and other workings of this industry can still be found nearby.

What makes this property unique

The main house is Arts and Crafts, and the cottage is approached through the archway of this house and is situated at the end of the drive in front of a paddock and next to a large unfenced pond well away from the road, surrounded by the beautiful and unspoilt Sussex countryside. On the opposite side of the lane is another pond, woodland and fields included in the grounds.

Languages:

English