01872 30 88 33
- Review 9.2
- occupants 6
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3 Double beds
3 - 3 Bedrooms 3
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1 Bathroom with shower
1 - 200 m² 200 m²
- Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Sandhill Cottage with Hot Tub
Crawley Down - Cottage
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Accommodation
Description
To describe Sandhill Cottage as characterful simply does not do this gem of a property justice. The property dates back four centuries and every room exudes historical artefacts. The carpentry - especially in the kitchen and witnessed in the exposed beams is something to behold and guests will feel like they have stepped back in time.
Sandhill cottage sleeps six people in three double bedrooms which are all to be found upstairs along with the family shower room. The living quarters are all on the ground floor and all lead off the spacious hallway with plenty of room to hang up coats and take off the muddy boots after a long day walking the High Weald AONB which is easily accessible from the cottage. The suit of armour in the living room, along with the large open fire (operational between Oct and April) provides the perfect, cosy spot to relax with a glass of wine in the cool autumn and winter months.
From 18th September 2023 guests can enjoy the hot tub and in the spring and summer months, the tennis court. The extensive accessible grounds also have woodland, pasture and a number of ponds which make it a beautiful spot to explore.
There is ample parking at the front of the cottage for two cars and the driveway is accessed through large security gates.
Sandhill Cottage is located down a country lane with numerous walks and footpaths from the front door. It's only a ten minute walk into the village of Crawley Down which has a number of pubs, shops and restaurants. Crawley Down is situated in the northeast corner of West Sussex close to the borders of Surrey and Kent. It's handy for the M23 motorway and only about a ten minute drive from Gatwick Airport, Three Bridges and East Grinstead railway stations which helps make it a perfect spot for small, family get-togethers.
The cottage is also ideally situated to visit the National Trust properties of Standen, Sheffield Park, Nymans Gardens and Polesdon Lacy. Just 4 miles South of Crawley Down is Wakehurst Place which is also owned by the National Trust but run and maintained by the Royal Botanical Society along with Kew Gardens. Other nearby attractions include the Bluebell Railway, Ashdown Forest famous for Winnie the Pooh and friends and in Crawley are Tilgate Park and Buchan Park. To the North West are Wisley Gardens and the theme parks of Legoland, Chessington and Thorpe Park.
The reservoirs at Ardingly and Weirwood are both close by. Weirwood has good facilities for sailing and fishing and Ardingly also can offer rowing.
Please note:
-The main, adjoining house may be occupied from time to time and the tennis court is shared with this house, while some of the garden is for private use by the house.
-There are ponds in the grounds of the property and children should therefore be supervised at all times.
-Children should also be supervised at all times when using the hot tub
-The hot tub will be available for use from 18th September 2023. The pool in the grounds is not available for use.
-Strictly no smoking anywhere in or outside of the property.
-CCTV is in use at the exterior of the property, only in non-private areas
-Please contact Finest Retreats for any other information.
Sandhill cottage sleeps six people in three double bedrooms which are all to be found upstairs along with the family shower room. The living quarters are all on the ground floor and all lead off the spacious hallway with plenty of room to hang up coats and take off the muddy boots after a long day walking the High Weald AONB which is easily accessible from the cottage. The suit of armour in the living room, along with the large open fire (operational between Oct and April) provides the perfect, cosy spot to relax with a glass of wine in the cool autumn and winter months.
From 18th September 2023 guests can enjoy the hot tub and in the spring and summer months, the tennis court. The extensive accessible grounds also have woodland, pasture and a number of ponds which make it a beautiful spot to explore.
There is ample parking at the front of the cottage for two cars and the driveway is accessed through large security gates.
Sandhill Cottage is located down a country lane with numerous walks and footpaths from the front door. It's only a ten minute walk into the village of Crawley Down which has a number of pubs, shops and restaurants. Crawley Down is situated in the northeast corner of West Sussex close to the borders of Surrey and Kent. It's handy for the M23 motorway and only about a ten minute drive from Gatwick Airport, Three Bridges and East Grinstead railway stations which helps make it a perfect spot for small, family get-togethers.
The cottage is also ideally situated to visit the National Trust properties of Standen, Sheffield Park, Nymans Gardens and Polesdon Lacy. Just 4 miles South of Crawley Down is Wakehurst Place which is also owned by the National Trust but run and maintained by the Royal Botanical Society along with Kew Gardens. Other nearby attractions include the Bluebell Railway, Ashdown Forest famous for Winnie the Pooh and friends and in Crawley are Tilgate Park and Buchan Park. To the North West are Wisley Gardens and the theme parks of Legoland, Chessington and Thorpe Park.
The reservoirs at Ardingly and Weirwood are both close by. Weirwood has good facilities for sailing and fishing and Ardingly also can offer rowing.
Please note:
-The main, adjoining house may be occupied from time to time and the tennis court is shared with this house, while some of the garden is for private use by the house.
-There are ponds in the grounds of the property and children should therefore be supervised at all times.
-Children should also be supervised at all times when using the hot tub
-The hot tub will be available for use from 18th September 2023. The pool in the grounds is not available for use.
-Strictly no smoking anywhere in or outside of the property.
-CCTV is in use at the exterior of the property, only in non-private areas
-Please contact Finest Retreats for any other information.
Distribution of bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 Double bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double bed
Special features
Hot tub
Internet
Open-air parking
Washing machine
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Toaster
Kettle
Bathroom(s)
1 Bathroom with shower
Views
Garden
Mandatory or included services
Bed linen: Included
Booking Fee: £ 42.00 /booking
Final Cleaning: Included
Heating: Included
Internet Access: Included
Open-air parking: Included
Towels: Included
Optional services
Accidental damage cover: £ 15.00 /booking
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 20:00 Every day
Check-outBefore 10:00
Security Deposit (refundable)
Amount: £ 150.00 /booking
Payment method: Credit Card Hold
With the last payment.
Comments
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No pets allowed
Booking conditions
From the booking date until 15 days before check-in, there is no cancellation penalty
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 15 days before check-in
0% of the total rent
From 14 days before until check-in
100% of the total rent
No-show
100% of the total rent
Availability calendar
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Reviews
9.2
20 reviews
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Perfect place to catch a break.
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Our group had a wonderful stay in this property. A beautiful historical house, cosy kitchen and fireplace to play board games in front of (or watch the rugby instead). Corner store was easily walkable, so too the local pub (we recommend the Crown).
Our group had a wonderful stay in this property. A beautiful historical house, cosy kitchen and fireplace to play board games in front of (or watch the rugby instead). Corner store was easily walkable, so too the local pub (we recommend the Crown).
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Lovely, cosy Christmas stay in a historic cottage with the kids. Exactly what we needed! Thank you!
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The cottage was gorgeous, clean and cosy, and as expected. They had a Christmas tree and cute fairy lights which created a festive atmosphere and had kindly left a couple of streaming services signed in to the TV so we could watch stuff. The hot tub see more
The cottage was gorgeous, clean and cosy, and as expected. They had a Christmas tree and cute fairy lights which created a festive atmosphere and had kindly left a couple of streaming services signed in to the TV so we could watch stuff. The hot tub was superb and the grounds were at our disposal, although we didn't end up using them. Didn't have any run-ins with the hosts, and felt very at home and welcome to roam around. Even though the cottage is from the 14th century it has been modernised, with central heating and hot water always on, which was great as we had kids with us. Great to have a washer/dryer too. Excellent location, 15 min walk to a Co-op and Waitrose, and a lovely coffee shop, very near a train station and nice trails around. The village is super cute too and was wonderfully lit for Christmas. Good enough communication before arrival, although I had to follow up a couple of times for a few things. It was through an agent, who had to keep going back to the owner, which probably added a bit of a delay. But the agent was lovely and helpful. Great value for money for the amount of people and time of year - definitely a gem.
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Place was just as described, it’s a beautiful Tudor guest cottage, very cozy and clean.
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Hot tub was great too!
Hot tub was great too!
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Beautiful house, beautiful location.
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Beautiful old real english house, the location was great and quiet. Nice hot tub.
Beautiful old real english house, the location was great and quiet. Nice hot tub.
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The beds were very small and you slept in a pit. The kitchen was sparsely furnished, no towels and tea towels available. There was only a toilet in the bathroom.
The beds were very small and you slept in a pit. The kitchen was sparsely furnished, no towels and tea towels available. There was only a toilet in the bathroom.
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A beautiful cottage in idyllic location.
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The location was wonderful at the end of a long lane. The cottage along with the owners house sit beautifully behind a set of gates. The cottage looks lovely with exposed beams throughout and the gardens are wonderful
The location was wonderful at the end of a long lane. The cottage along with the owners house sit beautifully behind a set of gates. The cottage looks lovely with exposed beams throughout and the gardens are wonderful
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The kitchen appliances I.e hob and oven and the cupboards are beginning to show their age. only one hob was working as we had no matches for the others. A number of the spotlights in the kitchen ( installed above the beams) were not working making thsee more
The kitchen appliances I.e hob and oven and the cupboards are beginning to show their age. only one hob was working as we had no matches for the others. A number of the spotlights in the kitchen ( installed above the beams) were not working making the kitchen very dark in places, and inside cupboards. A mirror in the bedrooms would help as struggled to do hair and makeup getting ready to go to a wedding.
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Sandhill Cottage with hot tub
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The kitchen is great and the cottage is charming
The kitchen is great and the cottage is charming
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There was no internet service as advertised. (The router may need replacing). There was no hot water the last day and a half of our stay. There is also a wasp nest on the house, so whenever a window was opened, wasps flew in. There should be a losee more
There was no internet service as advertised. (The router may need replacing). There was no hot water the last day and a half of our stay. There is also a wasp nest on the house, so whenever a window was opened, wasps flew in. There should be a local tradesman who can be called for repairs during a renter’s stay.
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Hello Sue Ann,
Thank you for your review. I am glad you found the cottage to be charming and that the kitchen was to our liking. In regards to our feedback, there is a number you can call and that is to contact Finest Retreats. We are on hand throusee more
Hello Sue Ann,
Thank you for your review. I am glad you found the cottage to be charming and that the kitchen was to our liking. In regards to our feedback, there is a number you can call and that is to contact Finest Retreats. We are on hand throughout your stay to offer assistance and to resolve any issues faced. Thank you for sharing. |
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A groups of close friends joined me for a relaxing weekend.
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We played some games and spent time in the hot tub. The grounds were stunning. A short walk away was a lovely Turkish restaurant. The house was just as described
We played some games and spent time in the hot tub. The grounds were stunning. A short walk away was a lovely Turkish restaurant. The house was just as described
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Fairy tale Cottage
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Absolutely beautiful 500 years old cottage, surrounded by huge grounds. We saw baby deer, a fox, lots of birds and a badger, ejoyed the hot tub and marveled at the ancient wooden structure around us. very special place! highly recommend!
Absolutely beautiful 500 years old cottage, surrounded by huge grounds. We saw baby deer, a fox, lots of birds and a badger, ejoyed the hot tub and marveled at the ancient wooden structure around us. very special place! highly recommend!
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Carpet flooring will always creep me out and the living room could use some tlc but it was an absolutely amazing stay!
Carpet flooring will always creep me out and the living room could use some tlc but it was an absolutely amazing stay!
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The perfect get away.
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Everything you could want from a family weekend away in the beautiful Sussex Countryside. Superb. Will return.
Everything you could want from a family weekend away in the beautiful Sussex Countryside. Superb. Will return.
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Couple more logs would have been handy,
Couple more logs would have been handy,
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Thank you so much Clive! We are so pleased to see you had such a beautiful family weekend away.
Thank you so much Clive! We are so pleased to see you had such a beautiful family weekend away.
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Idyllic Cottage in Sussex
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Loved the fact that you were at the end of a private road and away from the business of life, quaint 500 yr old cottage. Beautiful surroundings and the perfect place to spend time with family. the open fireplace was the best on the cold evenings
Loved the fact that you were at the end of a private road and away from the business of life, quaint 500 yr old cottage. Beautiful surroundings and the perfect place to spend time with family. the open fireplace was the best on the cold evenings
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Thanks Laraine, we are so pleased you enjoyed your time over in the UK.
Thanks Laraine, we are so pleased you enjoyed your time over in the UK.
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We had a great time and enjoyed staying in the house, some minor improvements could be made
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House was lovely in a great location, we had a really lovely time as a group
House was lovely in a great location, we had a really lovely time as a group
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Pool was winterised, despite online check-in information stating that the heating was off (ie inferring that the pool was still accessible). Some of the bedding had what appeared to be blood stains. The mattress in one of the rooms was lopsided, leadsee more
Pool was winterised, despite online check-in information stating that the heating was off (ie inferring that the pool was still accessible). Some of the bedding had what appeared to be blood stains. The mattress in one of the rooms was lopsided, leading to a poor nights sleep for those in there. Pots and pans were quite dirty and required deep cleaning before use. The gate also broke and left us stuck inside the property for an hour when we wanted to head out - whilst this is no one’s fault the contact on phone said “this happens a lot”, which begs the question why it hasn’t been fixed.
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lovely quiet and relaxing place in a good location
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The location and the character of the property.
The location and the character of the property.
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Considering that the property could accommodate up to 6 people the fact that there was only one toilet/bathroom was disappointing.
Considering that the property could accommodate up to 6 people the fact that there was only one toilet/bathroom was disappointing.
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Thank you for taking the time to feedback this information to us.-
Thank you for taking the time to feedback this information to us.-
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Great
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Great swimming pool, picturesque location, perfect for a quiet weekend away.
Great swimming pool, picturesque location, perfect for a quiet weekend away.
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We're pleased you enjoyed your weekend away!
We're pleased you enjoyed your weekend away!
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Great place for my colleagues to stay while working in the area, will use again in the future
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The place itself it’s absolutely stunning. It’s incredibly charming and set amongst fields so it feels like you have total privacy. Hosts very responsive and left us a lovely welcome gift! Thank you.
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We had a truly enjoyable week at Sandhill Cottage, which offered a distinctive and memorable experience. The house itself was great, reminiscent of a museum, yet fully equipped with modern amenities. The kitchen, in particular, was exceptionally functional and well-designed. The well-maintained garden added to the charm of the property, occasionally attracting deer visitors. We appreciated the presence of a swing. The pool was clean and deep and was a refreshing treat on warm days, we took pleasure in swimming there. The cottage's location was also a highlight, surrounded by beautiful forests and inviting paths for leisurely walks. Additionally, having a nearby coop just a 10-minute walk away made grocery shopping convenient. Another big plus was the option to get to the place without a car, with a railway station in relatively close proximity. Thank you to the hosts for leaving us a little welcome treat, it was delicious! Overall, our experience was delightful!
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Great guy and great host lovely stay away with work, highly recommend!
Ryan
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We had a lovely time staying at this beautiful cottage with our friends! Even better in person 😊
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This is a beautiful cottage in a stunning location.
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Map and distances
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Distances
Town centre - Crawley Down
1 m
Golf course - Effingham Park
2.5 m
Train station - Three Bridges
5 m
Airport - London Gatwick
7 m