Sunnymead Cottages - Pippins – Home 1725445 Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Sunnymead Cottages - Pippins – Home 1725445
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 24 mi
- Not suitable for children
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Pippins is a rural retreat situated in the High Weald village of High Hurstwood which is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For 2019/20 the cottage has been awarded 4 stars and a Gold by VisitEngland. Pippins is one of two cottages that adjoin one another. They are set in the grounds of the owner's house at the end of 200 metres of private drive and surrounded by 12 acres of gardens, meadows and orchards which are a haven for birds and wildlife. The cottage enjoys its own garden area in which to sit out and unwind from the stresses of everyday life.
It is equipped and furnished to a very high standard, with almost everything you could need for a totally relaxed holiday. It has been converted by a local builder with great care to retain many original features whilst creating a warm and welcoming cottage in which to truly unwind and get away from it all.
You enter Pippins through a door into a cosy sitting/dining room with comfortable seating, oak furniture and a 32” Panasonic LCD TV, a DVD player and iPad/iPod dock. You will find games in the cupboard and plenty of books to choose from in the bookcase and tourist information and maps to help you plan your stay.
There are two steps up to the kitchen which is a very light room with windows lining the two outer walls. It is very well equipped with a good quality electric cooker, a microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine/dryer. There is a door that leads out to your own delightful courtyard garden planted with scented roses. Here you will find garden furniture, an umbrella and Weber charcoal barbecue.
The bedroom overlooks its own pretty, little garden which you can access through double doors. The bed is a super king sized (6ft) pocket sprung, zip and link divan which can, if required, be divided into twin beds. There is also a small remote controlled TV. The en-suite bathroom has an over-bath shower.
If you want a rest from driving there is access onto a public footpath just outside the garden, and the Vanguard Way is only 10 minute's walk away. Several vineyards in the vicinity produce some rather good wines which can be sampled and bought.
The Bluebell Steam Railway makes frequent journeys from Sheffield Park, with its period railway station and frequent special evening and week-end events for all ages. A great day out can also be enjoyed on the Ashdown Forest, the home of Winnie the Pooh and his friends, is less than 2 miles away, which is an ideal setting for wildlife and offers the perfect recipe for picnics, walking and riding.
This is an area rich in historic houses and beautiful gardens. Glyndebourne Opera House is only 30 minute's drive. Why not have a day out, do some shopping and take in the Georgian Spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells or visit the seaside towns of Brighton or Eastbourne. Battle Abbey and 1066 country are both within easy reach. Or how about hiring a bike and taking a ride on the Cuckoo Trail.
The Hurstwood (reviews on tripadvisor) which is the nearest pub is just a 7 minute stroll away. The nearest railway station is only 6 minute's drive away with direct access to London in about 70 minutes. There is a village store a couple of miles up the road and the major superstores in Uckfield and Crowborough are all within a 15 minute drive.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
- 1 Attached (ensuite)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- DVD player
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Joan C.
- Average reply time:
- 3 hours 22 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 12 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 10
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 23 reviews
Excellent
23 reviews
- Excellent
- 23
- Very Good
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- Average
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- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Quaint and cosy cottage”
My partner and I really enjoyed our stay at Sunnymead farm. Pippins cottage was quaint, cosy and very welcoming. All rooms had very good amenities, were spacious and well decorated. We also had a love… More
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“"Pippins"...a little gem.”
This holiday cottage is perfect for a couple seeking a quiet stay in lovely surroundings. It is remote and rural but feels comfortable and homely. Clean and tidy with a delightful and quaint aspect. E… More
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“Fantastic break”
Perfect cottage for a very quiet break, house well equipped, home from home. Joan went the extra mile to ensure we were accommodated for. Loved the whole experience. Will certainly be back.
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“Quiet and very comfortable, pretty cottage”
Bath and shower over. 2 small outdoor seating areas made private by bushes. Easy parking. Immaculately clean.Very pleasant and helpful landlady who provided a homemade cream tea ! Perfect for 2 people with everything one needs.
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“A gem”
A super cottage, we return every year, I’ve lost count of how many times now. We come for a week whilst we go to Glyndebourne and visit our favourite places in this part of Sussex. Very quiet, … More
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Response from the owner A Gem of a Review - Many thanks for writing us such a great review. One of the best things about having holiday cottages is when we have the chance to welcome back our visitors. Many thanks, Joan
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“Peaceful retreat!”
In Ashdown Forest a cosy and beautiful well appointed cottage! It had everything one could wish for a an enjoyable break Joan was very helpful and considerate when the heating broke down she immediat… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for the great review. I had forgotten about the boiler breaking down! That is every cottage owners nightmare that the heating will give up in the middle of January! I an so glad that the heaters did the trick. Joan
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“Lovely country cottage in peaceful niche of England”
We enjoyed a fantastic short break in Pippins. Our stay began with a warm welcome from Joan, the owner, who made us feel at home right away. We were really comfortable and had everything we needed in … More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for your super review. Yes,we do have lovely walks locally on the Ashdown Forest and a little further afield for the South Downs. You are certainly spoilt for choice with National Trust properties. Joan
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“A Charming Cottage”
We spent a weekend at Pippins as a treat for my birthday and from the moment we arrived that's exactly what it was. Joan gave us a very warm welcome with a bottle of Prosecco and a lovely cake. T… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for taking the trouble to write such a marvelous review. It is great to see our efforts to make our visitors as comfortable as possible are so appreciated. We are so glad that the awful weather did not spoil your stay. We are fortunate to have such a great pub only about 7 minutes walk away. We look forward to your return visit. Joan
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“Perfect!”
I was really impressed with both cottages which we booked to stay near our son's wedding. The place was immaculate and all the photos were really accurate. Added touches are brilliant like milk i… More
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“Lovely cottage”
We had a lovely stay for a couple of nights at the end of December. We were warmly welcomed and shown around the cottage, which is more than we'd expected. The cottage was well equipped, especial… More
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Response from the owner We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us despite the awful weather! Thank you for writing the review. Many thanks, Joan
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Joan (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Joan (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Joan (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Joan the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Joan (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Joan (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Joan (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Joan (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Joan (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Joan (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Joan (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Joan (the owner) a message.
If Joan (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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