Bixley

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs West
September 2019

“We’d happily book the bungalow again.”

Fell in love with the peacefulness as soon as I arrived. Two little niggles: no dishes with lids to microwave food; water heater switches off at 08.30 am which I didn’t discover immediately - thought the husband had used all the water! Far too early for holiday-makers! After a few days of lukewarm showers and boiling up kettles to wash up I found the controls in a wardrobe in a room we weren’t using. Turns out it’s a combi-boiler, so no reason why hot water can’t be left on ...

Fell in love with the peacefulness as soon as I arrived. Two little niggles: no dishes with lids to microwave food; water heater switches off at 08.30 am which I didn’t discover immediately - thought the husband had used all the water! Far too early for holiday-makers! After a few days of lukewarm showers and boiling up kettles to wash up I found the controls in a wardrobe in a room we weren’t using. Turns out it’s a combi-boiler, so no reason why hot water can’t be left on continuously. I hope the owner will take note. He asks renters not to alter the controls, but I can see why they do! But a lovely place to stay, with a delightful rose garden which sadly we were locked out of - it would’ve been nice to sit in it at the end of the day. Garden full of birds, middle of a wood, a short drive to nature reserves on the salt marshes, good restaurants and pubs, interesting places and small towns to visit - what more can one want. Oh the dog loved it too. Hope to go back next year.
Mrs Sayer August 2019

“Disappointingly shabby.”

Dirty windowsills in kitchen full of insects. Mismatching broken crockery, no wine glasses. Feedback not acted upon from a previous guest who had commented on all the above in the house book in June. Not good enough for £1025. Such a shame as it is a beautiful location.
Mrs Watts June 2019

“Booking process good.”

Lovely cottage in idyllic surroundings - a perfect getaway yet still close to Rye and surrounding countryside. Had a wonderful time!
Mr Alanskas March 2019

“We had a nice week away in an idyllic situation, but it it could have been exceptional apart from a few irritating quirks which could easily be remedied.”

We're experienced travellers, we accept that 'things happen ' and a couple of minor problems were quickly resolved by owner Tim, but the quality of the beds (except one single) was not good and the t.v.. reception poor. Thankfully the wi.fi. was excellent though so we survived(!). and all in all it was easy to accept the few short-comings and we enjoyed a wonderful week.
Mrs Schroeder July 2018

“Bixley Bungalow was a very nice place to stay.”

Especially the garden was a great pleasure to us. Only the road to the house was a complete desaster, full of pot holes and not at all convenient for normal vehicles, so that we decided to leave the car about 200 yards before the house, where the proper road ends, except for loading the luggage. Mr Bushe told us that he is in negotiations with the community to get it fixed.
Mrs Wilkins July 2018

“Cottage is in a beautiful setting and is really well equipped.”

The garden is huge, but just a note for dog owners, it is not enclosed.
Mrs Goddard May 2018

“Great base for holiday that takes in both historical areas and sites, as well as beach.”

Set in magical woodland (advise guests to take wellies to have a good ramble even if it has been raining) with a lovely garden, the cottage comes into its own on a sunny day when you can enjoy a meal in the garden, or a quiet coffee sitting on a bench watching the comings and goings of birds, pheasants, squirrels and rabbits. Accommodation is homely and has all that you need, but could possibly do with a little updating. As our dog came with us, it would have been better if the garden were properly enclosed. She had to be tethered as she is prone to go exploring! The pot holes down the lane are really bad... but we knew that in advance from other reviews.
Mrs Coleman February 2018

“It was really great, as above.”
Mrs Jenkins December 2017

“We had a lovely time, and the cottage was in a really great location for trips to Hastings, Rye and Camber Sands.”

There were just a couple of issues with the property - we could not use the front door as it was locked, although when I phoned the owner he said that this was not possible...perhaps it was our mistake but I have never been unable to open a Yale lock from the inside of a house before. We used the French doors to get in and out, which made shoe changing a bit of a challenge. The layout was a bit strange with the two bathrooms opening directly into the sitting room. Both of the bathrooms had translucent blinds on the glass doors, so silhouettes of people were clearly visible from the sitting room! Perhaps some blackout blinds or solid doors would be a good idea. These were in the end relatively minor problems and overall we had a good stay. Jempsons supermarket was fabulous, as were a couple of forays into the woods.
Mr Rayner November 2017

“Ideal quiet location ,unmade road a few large pot holes but it is in the woods so just beware and don't take the sports car .”
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The property

This charming detached bungalow sits in the heart of Beckley Woods, a Forestry Commission conservation site in the Sussex countryside.

Quietly tucked away within half an acre of mature gardens, you only need to step outside this Beckley cottage to be at one with nature.

Built in the 1900s as the woodman's home, this comfortably-furnished Beckley cottage offers visitors delightful accommodation entirely over the ground floor.

There are two comfortable sitting rooms to relax in, one boasting an open fire, perfect for a cosy evening in together with a glass of wine and a good film.

The well-equipped kitchen is great for cooking up a tasty supper, and in the summer, you can throw open the patio doors and dine alfresco in the large mature garden.

This Beckley holiday home is a rambler’s and birdwatcher’s paradise, with lots of woodland walks right from your doorstep; sample a Sussex cream tea in one of the many tea rooms dotted along the cobbled streets of Rye or why not explore the historic town of Battle with its famous abbey and find out all about 1066?

For a day on the beach, Camber Sands are a firm favourite with families or with woods, walks, and nature at your feet, you may choose to stay in the lovely garden that this Beckley cottage offers, and just listen to the birds as you drift away in the heady scent of the foliage around you.

Summary

All ground floor
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with open fire
Second sitting room with patio doors to decked terrace
Oil central heating with open fire
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, WiFi, telephone (incoming calls only), selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Starter pack for open fire inc. in rent Oct - Feb inclusive, additional fuel for fire available to purchase from owner
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Half acre of mature gardens with decked terrace and furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1.5 miles
Note: There is a very small threshold step from the entrance porch to the property
Note: There is a very small threshold step from the property to the patio deck
Note: Access to the cottage is along 0.5 miles of unmade road

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About the location

BECKLEY

Rye 6.5 miles; Camber Sands 10 miles; Hastings 11.5 miles.

The village of Beckley, dating back to the 1700s, sits in the Sussex countryside, and has enjoyed a varied past, including heavy involvement with ironworks and forestry. Beckley remains a quintessential English village with local shops, churches and a village hall staging events throughout the year, with race nights, craft fairs and even an amateur theatre group all taking their turn. Popular for its beautiful woodland and their numerous walks, the River Rother also runs close by and is great for a summer stroll or a picnic on the riverbank. The surrounding area is alive with popular places to visit; the medieval town of Rye boasts historic houses, cobbled streets with tea rooms and antiques shops, battlements and boats, and perched at the top of the hill looking down on all below, Rye Castle, built in 1249. A short drive from Rye and you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d arrived on foreign shores; Camber Sands, with its wonderful sand dunes, has been the location for many films sets, due to its beautiful golden beach and shallow sea waters. Tenterden has a steam railway complete with restored station, waiting rooms and cafe, where you can board a train and journey back in time. But, at the end of a busy day Beckley Woods will call you back with its leaves rustling on the trees allowing you to relax and unwind with just the sound of birdsong on the breeze.

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Bixley

Beckley near Rye, Sussex (Ref. 904938)

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Features

“We’d happily book the bungalow again.”

“Disappointingly shabby.”

“Booking process good.”

“We had a nice week away in an idyllic situation, but it it could have been exceptional apart from a few irritating quirks which could easily be remedied.”

“Bixley Bungalow was a very nice place to stay.”

“Cottage is in a beautiful setting and is really well equipped.”

“Great base for holiday that takes in both historical areas and sites, as well as beach.”

“It was really great, as above.”

“We had a lovely time, and the cottage was in a really great location for trips to Hastings, Rye and Camber Sands.”

“Ideal quiet location ,unmade road a few large pot holes but it is in the woods so just beware and don't take the sports car .”