The Tuck Shop
2 guests
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1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Once the old tuck shop for the converted school next door, this comfortable cottage provides the perfect woodland escape for a couple or solo traveller looking for a relaxing, nature-filled stay. Located on the outskirts of the village of Fairwarp and hugging the edge of Ashdown Forest, there’s a serene tranquillity to this home that’s felt the moment you step inside. Tall vaulted ceilings, modern beams and wood floors set the scene in the main living space with skylights letting plenty of sunlight pour through. Whether you’re kicking back on the sofa with a good book or cooking up a feast in the open, modern kitchen, you’ll feel at ease in this bright, welcoming space. With a private decked terrace off of the living room too, you can enjoy sunny alfresco breakfasts and starlit drinks while taking in the peaceful quiet of your rural setting. We particularly love the gate at the back of the house, which leads directly into Ashdown Forest for day-long rambles in its heath and wooded expanse and plenty of opportunities to see the real-life setting of Winnie-the-Pooh. When you’re not hanging out in your country cottage or exploring the surrounding nature, drive into Fairwarp (four... minutes away) for a hearty pub lunch. Alternatively, hop in your car to visit bustling Brighton with its famous beach and pier, forty minutes from your door.
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What to expect
Highlights
Step out of your cottage's back gate and into Ashdown Forest, famed for being the seeing of Winnie-the-Pooh
Explore Brighton's famous beach and pier, a forty-minute drive from your door
Enjoy alfresco meals on the deck
Kick back in the bright living room with a glass of wine and a good book
Start mornings off with coffee at the breakfast bar
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Home truths
There is a shop two miles away and a pub located half a mile from the home
The owners live in a separate house next to the cottage and your home's garden is screened from them for added privacy
Infants are welcome but you'll need to bring your own travel cot
Aside from the private deck, there is also seating to the rear of the property with a chain-link fence giving direct access into Ashdown Forest
The nearest large town is Uckfield (an eight-minute drive) which has a train station with direct hourly services to London
The kitchen is lacking some basic crockery and cooking utensils
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Additional fees
We recommend having a car here due to the home's rural location – private secure parking is available close to the cottage
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Royal Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells once had a reputation for being a bit stuffy. Happily, what was caused by a few grumpy letters to a newspaper nearly a century ago has been put behind it. A vibrant, affluent town, it’s far from being stuck in the past. As well as the more modern shopping precinct at the top end of town, if you take a walk along its historic colonnade – The Pantiles...
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Get around
Airport
London Gatwick
1 hr 7 min
Brighton City
54 min
Rochester
1 hr 15 min
Train station
Buxted (BXD)
15 min
Subway station
Gatwick North Terminal
49 min
Bus stop
Shepherds Car Park
7 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
11 min
Cafe
12 min
Pharmacy
15 min
Points of interest
Beach
Saltdean Beach
52 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 9:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Anne-Marie
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Anne-Marie and her team know how important their guests' holiday is, and do everything they can to make it memorable for all the right reasons. Friendly, professional and people-focused, they ensure you have a restful, care-free stay.
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