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Hollyoak Sanctuary, boutique woodland lodge set in the heart of East Sussex

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Fairlight, ENG
  • Hastings Country Park
    3 min drive
  • Pett Level Beach
    4 min drive
  • East Hill Lift
    7 min drive
  • Lydd (LYX)
    44 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hollyoak Sanctuary, boutique woodland lodge set in the heart of East Sussex

COVID-19 Advice 
If cancellation is due to government legislation, 100% refund will be given regardless of the period before arrival date.

Hollyoak Sanctuary consists of three separate detached cottages enclosed in a central decked platform surrounded by oak and holly trees. Its location is serene and tranquil set in 14 acres of private grounds.  Facilities offered to guests include shared use of  a hard tennis court with basket ball and badminton markings, a petanque court and table tennis in summer.

The main cottage has a modern kitchen/diner, two bedrooms (one with en-suite shower room),  two separate shower and bath rooms with a roll top cast iron bath. One bedroom with double bed has a private balcony looking on to woodlands. The other bed room has one standard double bed.

The second cottage has the master bed room, with king size bed, a garden sitting room with glass folding doors opening onto balconies with views of the surrounding woodland. The master bed room has a large bath room with an infra -red sauna room and a deep soaking Japanese bath tub, perfect for relaxing after a game of tennis or a long country walk.  

The third cottage consists of a pyramid shaped bedroom with a queen size bed. There are no bathroom facilities in the pyramid therefore guests will have to use these in the other cottages. This can be used as a bedroom, children's play den or simply a place to relax.

The central decking area links all the three cottages and is equipped with a dining table with chairs and benches, green egg clay BBQ oven, and an outside shower cubicle with hot water.  Hollyoak Sanctuary is surrounded by woodland enclosed by gates. It has extensive beautiful garden.  It provides a secure outdoor space for young children and pets. The car park can accommodate three cars and can accommodate a eight guests. There is a folding bed which can be used in the sitting room or the large master bed room.   Well behaved pets are welcome.


Cancellation Policy
 
100% refund for cancellations made 30 days or more before check-in date.
50% refund for cancellations made more than 14 days before check-in date.
No refund for cancellation made less than 14 days before check-in date.
Late arrival or early departure does not warrant any refund of rent.

Damage Deposit - A pre-authorization of GBP 100.00 is due 1 days after arrival and released within 7 days after departure.

Long term rental welcome.
Maximum occupancy 8 guests
Monthly rate based on 28 nights.
15% discount on 6 nights bookings and 25% discount on monthly rates.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Mallydams Woods. Features include an arcade/game room. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a sauna, and a playground
  • 11 minutes by foot from Mallydams Woods and a 3-minute drive from Hastings Country Park
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a sauna, a terrace, and barbecue grills. The family-friendly cottage also features an arcade/game room and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Hastings cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Mrs Cecilia Masters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Tennis on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Hollyoak Sanctuary, boutique woodland lodge set in the heart of East Sussex Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and thoroughly calm
I coordinated my stay here for a group 8 celebrating our friends 60th birthday. Everything was as described, it's a beautiful sanctuary of calm and thoroughly recommended. We had excellent communication from the host and her recommendations were greatly appreciated. We will gladly return
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Quirky property that is spread round central courtyard, access to cliff walks and private tennis court
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Cool property that is able to accommodate a whole family. We really enjoyed using the outdoor space for a special family dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Damian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend break
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely break in a wonderful location
We had a great stay and really enjoyed the tennis court and the main living space at Hollyoak Sanctuary. The weather didnt cooperate so we didnt use the outside space as much as we wanted to but it was fabulous and would be great in better weather. The property manager was very receptive in answering questions and was flexible meeting our requests. Kitchen well equipped and bedrooms were great. Very dog friendly which we loved and a nice circular walk straight from the drive or back garden around the paddocks. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical woodland hideaway
What a wonderful property! Totally unique, an amazing magical location and such an eclectic style. We loved the peace and quiet, and rustic location even though we were close to amenities and two lovely towns in Rye and Hastings. We had great information before we travelled and the check in and out process couldn’t have been easier. Thank you for an amazing stay, it’s an experience none of us will forget
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ajeev S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great woodland cabin village!
Great space to stay with the family, comfortable bedrooms, great kitchen and appliances, everything you would want for a home away from home in a cabin style woodland setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Courtney B.

Lovely lodge
We had an enjoyable stay at Hollyoak Sanctuary. The location is fantastic (though initially difficult to find). There was plenty of space for 7 of us and we made use of the amenities. Little additions like the milk in the fridge were welcome. Only issues were that some of the rooms didn’t match what we saw on the website and the lodge could have been a little bit cleaner. Otherwise we had a great time and would recommend for a group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in amazing, unique location
We had a great stay. Exactly as listed, great facilities, great communication from Cecilia. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neill Quinton Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
Our second visit to the property and even more magical this time round - a wonderful and secluded hub for sociability and relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Caitlin H.

Lovely destination property
This is the perfect place for a group to relax in a remote and tranquil location. The outside space was brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable family trip
What a way to celebrate a birthday! My partner and the family all got together to celebrate and make memories together. Drive into the property was through an unpacked road with lots of bumps and dips. Though it was not a problem for us figured it would be for some to know in advance in case their car is not suited for a light off roading. Property itself is very spacious and tranquil. Kitchen is well equipped but do bring some salt with you if you plan to cook. Plenty of fridge and freezer space and a big stove stop will make you want to cook and share meals during the stay. Every room has characters and beautifully decorated. As the weather was not that great we didn’t get to use the outdoor space but look forward to returning in summer just so we can sit out in the beautiful garden. Thank you for the memorable trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous haven of tranquility
We all loved staying here. Great location. Lovely for walking in the country park. The house is really special. Like staying in a tree house. Quite magical. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a lovely time however a few issues
Property is lovely and in an amazing setting, just needs updating and fixing a few things. The property could be better sign posted within the complex. Doors aren't 100% secure as some struggled to open and close, one door within the main bedroom situated next to the kitchen was unsafe as one yank of the door from the outside and this would open. This room also got very hot as no windows to open. Coffee machine didn't work, baseboard under dishwasher caused the door of the dishwasher to get stuck which we struggled to use. Window catches/locks faulty and didn't securely close and lock. Great location as lots of beautiful walks and cafes near by. Garden was amazing, lots of plants and things to look at, however was too overgrown in some places. The view from the lawn area was amazing and peaceful. Despite the snags as listed above we all had a lovely time. It really is a lovely property overall. Not quite worth the money we paid for due to the issues as listed above, in light of these I would of thought to pay a little less.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Zoe R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holly oaks
A lovely peaceful location, great for our extended family to gather at. Lovely outside space. Some of the property is getting a little tired and in need of a little TLC but nothing that didn’t stop us enjoying our stay. When we had a problem it was dealt with quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

jordan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hastings haven
Lovely owner was very helpful and kind. Everything works in the house perfectly. Lovely place to spend a sunny afternoon
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice property
The location is excellent, it is quiet, no light pollution and next to a lovely farm that you can visit. The house is well furnished and the kitchen is stocked with most of the bits and pieces you need to cook. The furniture and overall build quality of the house is a bit lower than we expected given the photos and price (some of the furniture in the photos is not actually what is in the house), however, it was still nice. There were some drafts (we had a bit of wind and it was slightly cold - so this was more noticeable). Overall we were pleased!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect luxury getaway
For our family of 6 plus small dog this was just about perfect. Lots of room for everyone. Bedrooms spaced apart so early risers didn’t disturb the late risers (usually the case when we go away). Big baths a real treat and we ate outside (again lots of space to explore) everyday. Excellent coffee machine too.

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Lovely Hideaway
Hollyoaks Sanctuary was lovely. Lots of space for the four of us and our dog, with an outdoor decking area perfect for reading many books or a BBQ in the glorious sunshine. The surrounding areas were also great, with lots of beautiful local walks and a tennis court, which we managed to make use of. It's a great venue for a little getaway to spend time relaxing and taking in some of the surrounding nature. Cecilia is a great host with excellent communication before and during our stay, fresh flowers throughout the rooms, and fresh milk in the fridge so we could enjoy a cuppa upon arrival! Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and will be back again
The Hollyoak sanctuary was amazing. From the moment we walked in we couldn’t believe all the space we had. The outdoor decking was perfect and we enjoyed the many bbqs. The surrounding grounds were great too and we loved making use of tennis courts. It was the perfect getaway and hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sublime nature getaway
My family and I went to Holly Oak Sanctuary for my wife's birthday and we had an absolutely perfect time. The surrounding landscape was incredibly luscious and made us feel so at peace. There was plenty of room for outdoor socialising on the connecting deck, which came with a bbq, outdoor seating, and plenty of lights for evening parties! Inside, windows were large which provided excellent views and tons of natural light. Cecelia and Zoe were excellent hosts - they were very communicative before our arrival, left us a bottle of bubbly, had fresh flowers throughout the rooms, and allowed us to stay way past our check out time. Their attention to detail made for a very pleasant and comfortable experience, and it is clear they work very hard to create a beautiful outdoor landscape. I highly recommend Holly Oak Sanctuary for anyone looking to escape the city or get reacquainted with nature while still enjoying very luxurious accommodation. We'll definitely be back some day!!

10/10 Excellent

Philippa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Beautiful Location, Clean, Spacious, Comfortable, well equipped Accomodation.
Beautiful location situated in the trees, very tranquil, plenty of space for the 8 of us, (2 children 9 & 11), and 3 dogs. The children loved the pyramid room all to themselves, it was a great adventure. For all of us. Lovely welcome package, great communication and fast responses. Very Clean and had everything you needed. With dog walks so near, its perfect. Would definitely recommend. Very good quality for the price. Would go back too. Maybe stay at one of the other houses there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We had a thoroughly enjoyable time at the Barn. It was the perfect place for a family get together. Our children enjoyed the quirky pyramid and we were all very comfortable in our respective rooms. The Barn is very well equipped and if anything was missing Cecelia was only too happy to help. Zoe was also very helpful in answering our many last min ute questions. It is a 10 minute walk up a hill to the Country Park where there are astounding views of the sea and the surrounding coastline. Thank you very much!

8/10 Good

Camilla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but remote tree house
The buildings were decorated in a lovely way, it was clean and peaceful. Having small children in separate buildings made me a little anxious, but with older children or adults this place would be a real gem to stay in.

8/10 Good

Javeria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A serene getaway in the countryside
If you’re looking for peace and quiet with nothing but nature to indulge in then this is perfect for you. With all the city amenities a tranquil escape from the city bustle. A beautiful paradox near the sea!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019