22 Glyndley Manor Cottages

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

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* Based on a combined average customer score (of 5 customer ratings)

9 Customer Review(s)

Reviews

“My only complaint and to a large extent spoiled our stay.”

The information I got was that there was no parking at the cottage but the car park was only 2 minutes away. We are 86 years of age and have great trouble walking.It took us 6 or 7 minutes of uphill walking.

The information I got was that there was no parking at the cottage but the car park was only 2 minutes away. We are 86 years of age and have great trouble walking.It took us 6 or 7 minutes of uphill walking.

- Mr Coulson, July 2018

“The TV, DVD, washing machine and cooker worked well.”

The shower in the bathroom does not work. There is quite a lot of damp in the bathroom. Clearly the owners are concerned to maximise their profit and, obviously, do not feel it is necessary to make guests welcome with small gestures. Providing a small bar of soap or a soap dispenser in the bathroom would be the least I would expect. No spare toilet roll either just gives an impression of meanness. I guess the owners don't care. This is the first self catering place I have ever rented in the UK that did not even provide that.

- Ms Boston, August 2018
“The bungalow was ideally located for us (myself and my two young children), as we wanted somewhere close to Drusilla's Zoo.”

There were unfortunately lots of disappointing things about the bungalow. The kitchen was poorly equipped for a family wanting to cook three proper family meals a day (only one tiny ancient frying pan, no baking trays (for cooking oven chips etc), no sharp knives, no cooking pots for the oven, etc). The chests of drawers and bedside tables were falling apart. Light bulbs not working in all of the lights. No bedside reading lamps. The shower in the bathroom didn't work (broken mixer tap) so could only run the (tiny) bath. No extractor fan in the bathroom. The worst thing was the terrible damp and mould problem in the bungalow (not so bad in the lounge or main bedroom, but was unbearable in the twin bedroom, bathroom and kitchen), there were mould patches on the walls and ceilings in every room (I can supply photos if required). Turned out the on-site swimming pool is only open for a couple of hours in the morning and a couple of hours in the afternoon, everyday. I had a look in a couple of the other bungalows on site while we were there and they all were really nice, however this one (number 22) was awful.

- Mr Hart, August 2018
“Had to use pliers to pull valve up to operate the shower,the valve head was completely broken.”

Television only worked one day out of the whole week,missed world cup wimbledon etc.Step leading to front door broken

- Mrs Young, July 2018
“It was only when we paid the final balance for the accommodation we were told by Sykes that we had to contact the owner for access details to the cottage and that the owner lived in Spain.”

We sent an "E" Mail to the owner approx. 5 weeks prior to our arrival requesting the required details for entering the cottage. After 2 weeks passed we still hadn't heard anything from the owner we contacted Sykes office. Sykes office staff eventually agreed to try and help and 2 days later the phoned me to give me the owners cleaners details and the access code for the cottage. We then received an "E" Mail from the owner 3 weeks after we sent one to him and the details we got were different from the details we received from the Sykes office 2 days prior. I returned the owners "E" Mail explaining our travel arrangements and that we were traveling 540miles through the night and would probably arrive at the cottage in the early hours of the morning and could he confirm the details he gave were correct. The owner never responded to confirm his details were correct. As we were now unsure as to us having the correct details we delayed our travel arrangements until we got a family friend who lived in the area to go to the cottage to confirm which if any of the access codes would work. Our friend did confirm that the details from the owner were correct and the details that Sykes office from the cleaner were wrong. On our arrival we gained access to the cottage and the damp smell just hits you (strong) you can open the windows and leave the door open and it is bearable but as it is a cottage for security if you leave to go out for the day we would close everything up and wen you come back the smell just hits you again. We had booked the cottage for a week even as we arrived later than expected we also decided to cut our holiday short and left on the Thursday. We have been back home now for a few days and we still never got a reply from the owner that we sent to him. If the owner is running the cottage for business only then its a really poor effort. This was a really poor choice on my behalf for accommodation for a family holiday. I should have read the other review that mentioned about the smell. No we wont be back.

- Mr Mcdonald, June 2018
“Perfect setting and location”

Perfect location for visiting many areas in and around E Sussex. Well equipped, very comfortable. Appreciated being close to public footpaths for evening walks, and loved the nearby farm shop,for,supplies, and morning coffee.

- Lois P, May 2018
“While the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped, and we LOVED the setting and the access to public walking paths in the area - and the nearby farm shop and coffee shop - we were troubled by the rather musty smell emanating from the damp/mildew in some areas of the cottage.”

.. most noticeable in the sink area of the kitchen. My husband, who has asthma and COPD feels it might have exacerbated his breathing challenges, although by leaving windows open while we were 'home' and turning up the heat we were able to mitigate some of the effects. Otherwise, all was very satisfactory, and we would certainly hope to book at Glyndley Manor Cottages again on our next visit to Sussex.

- Ms Peterson, May 2018
“YES = WHILST WE HAD A COMFORTABLE AND HAPPY TIME WE COMMENT AS UNDER: PARKING - TOO QUICK TO PENALISE A VISITOR TO US ONE EVENING - ESPECIALLY AS WEATHER BAD WASHING FACILITIES - GOOD WASHING MACHINE IN THE COTTAGE BUT DRYING A PROBLEM AS LAUNDRY DRIERS V.”

INEFFECIENT AND EXPENSVE. .NEVER HOT ENOUGH FOR A BATH AND WE HAD TO SUPLEMENT WITH BOILING WATER FROM THE KETTLE - ESPECIALLY IF WE NEEDED MORE THAN ONE BATH. COULD HAVE DONE WITH A COUPLE MORE WINE GLASSES HOT WATER -

- Mr Rind, December 2017
“very nice”

Very nice cottage. quiet surroundings.too little bath towels ( 2 for 2 persons) last day, we had to carry all our stuff to our car on the parking place. de road to our cottage was blocked, because of new pavement . nobody had warned us. we were very angry about this.

- Rien K, September 2017

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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

The property

Stone Cross 3.5 miles.

This charming, detached single-storey lodge is situated within the grounds of Glyndley Manor, a site of thirty self-catering properties set around beautifully-maintained lawned gardens, in 17 acres of woodland and fields, five miles from Eastbourne in Sussex.

Comfortably appointed throughout, the lodge provides spacious accommodation, making it an ideal base for families or friends to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity this woodland park offers.

With views over woodland and with glimpses of the fishing lake through the trees, this cottage has two attractive bedrooms, a large bathroom and an open plan living area, with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

You may like to fish in the large lake, which is only a few minutes’ walk away.

In summer months, why not enjoy the use of the full-size outdoor swimming pool?

Wander the lane towards the manor house and you will find a large garden nursery and tea rooms.

Browse for a plant or memento before enjoying a light lunch or delicious afternoon tea.

Whether you step into the past with a trip to historic Battle and Lewes, or spend a family day out at Knockhatch Adventure Park or Drusillas Zoo, or even opt for a day at the seaside at Eastbourne or Pevensey Bay, this delightful cottage offers the perfect place to stay, at any time of year.

Accommodation

All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Amenities

Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Parking in private car park 2 mins walk away
Shared grounds with woodland, fishing lake (licence required) and unheated outdoor swimming pool (open Easter to 1st Sep, dependant on weather conditions, from 9.30am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm)
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles
Note: Sloping ceiling over the bath, limited head height at one end
Note: Opaque glass sliding doors with curtains between double bedroom and sitting room
Note: 2 steps up to front door
Note: There are llamas in fields nearby.

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About the location

STONE CROSS

Pevensey 3 miles; Polegate 4 miles; Eastbourne 5 miles; Battle 12 miles; Lewes 15 miles.

The hamlet of Stone Cross is located close to the village of Polegate, near to the seaside towns of Pevensey and Eastbourne. Stone Cross has a few essential amenities and Polegate and Hailsham several pubs and tea shops to choose from and the shops provide all your daily requirements. Near to the cottage are several places where you can access the Cuckoo Trail, which has 14 miles of walks and cycle ways, from where you can take in the Sussex air as you enjoy the views. The village of Pevensey, with its famous castle, gives you the chance to step back in time, where you can explore the towering ruins or delve into the dungeons; as one of England's oldest castles, it is a fun day out for all the family, plus Pevensey Bay is a haven for wildlife, or whilst you’re here why not take a dip in the sea? For children, young and old, a day at Drusillas Zoo offers a day to remember, or perhaps spend a day in the village of Alfriston, where you will find cobbled streets and antiques shops. With excellent transport links to all parts of Sussex and into London, Stone Cross makes an excellent place to stay when exploring the coast, or the many historic towns, which you will find nearby.

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22 Glyndley Manor Cottages

Stone Cross near Eastbourne, Sussex (Ref. 919408)

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Reviews & Ratings

Reviews

“My only complaint and to a large extent spoiled our stay.”

“The TV, DVD, washing machine and cooker worked well.”

“The bungalow was ideally located for us (myself and my two young children), as we wanted somewhere close to Drusilla's Zoo.”

“Had to use pliers to pull valve up to operate the shower,the valve head was completely broken.”

“It was only when we paid the final balance for the accommodation we were told by Sykes that we had to contact the owner for access details to the cottage and that the owner lived in Spain.”

“Perfect setting and location”

“While the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped, and we LOVED the setting and the access to public walking paths in the area - and the nearby farm shop and coffee shop - we were troubled by the rather musty smell emanating from the damp/mildew in some areas of the cottage.”

“YES = WHILST WE HAD A COMFORTABLE AND HAPPY TIME WE COMMENT AS UNDER: PARKING - TOO QUICK TO PENALISE A VISITOR TO US ONE EVENING - ESPECIALLY AS WEATHER BAD WASHING FACILITIES - GOOD WASHING MACHINE IN THE COTTAGE BUT DRYING A PROBLEM AS LAUNDRY DRIERS V.”

“very nice”