Cherrystone Barn

Cherrystone Barn is a bespoke oak framed barn, beautifully refurbished in a contemporary style while retaining many of its original features, and providing a state of the art boutique bedroom. The property is set within the grounds of Cherry Cottage and is a truly idyllic, secluded location with its own driveway and a charming enclosed garden with a luxurious hot tub. The space A perfect romantic retreat, Cherrystone Barn oozes warmth and character. The cosy sitting room is framed by exposed oak beams and invites you fire up the wood burning stove and snuggle up on the corner sofa. The dining area enjoys garden and farmland views through the bi-folding doors which open out to the garden. The wonderful bespoke kitchen is fully equipped to take full advantage of the wonderful local produce at your disposal in nearby Lewes or Middle Farm farmshop. An external contemporary glass and oak link takes through from the living area into the bright and airy bedroom where you can wake up to rural views through the french doors from the super-king size bed. The bedroom extends into a bathroom with twin basins and an indulgent roll-top bath and separate walk-in shower, where modesty is protected by an obscured glass divide. For a more 'private' bathing experience, a separate shower room is located next to the kitchen! Outside, enjoy the wonderful gardens and views from two separate terraces bordered with mature and colourful planting. The terrace outside the main living barn sits under a stunning oak pergola and provides garden furniture for dining alfresco along with a charcoal barbecue; the smaller terrace leading from the bedroom has a bistro set for a morning coffee or an evening sundowner, and of course, the wonderful hot tub to soothe away the day. The summer sun can be soaked up from the two sun loungers. Right from your front door are an abundance of wonderful walks which you can access from the garden, in addition to the 14 mile long Cuckoo Trail which allows you to explore the surrounding areas. The village of Ripe is just a short walk away, where you will discover a village shop providing a delicatessen with delicious home cooked food, and a post office. A short drive away is Middle Farm, host to a wonderful farm shop and restaurant, as well as the National Collection of Cider and Perry. A little further afield, explore the historic town of Lewes with a wealth of lovely, independent shops, pubs and restaurants. Lewes prides itself on its array of interesting antique shops as well as the farmers market which is held on the first Saturday of every month. Also available to book at this location are Olive Tree House (sleeps 2 guests) and Cherry Cottage (sleeps 8 guests). Additional Information: Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome at the property (small additional charge per dog). Travel cot, high chair and stair gate available upon request. External passageway from sitting room to bedroom. Some low oak beams. Please note, a public footpath runs through the paddock, next to the garden. Also available to book at this location are Olive Tree House (sleeps 2 guests) and Cherry Cottage (sleeps 8 guests). Guest access All Ground Floor Accommodation: (whilst there are stairs within the property, the first floor of the property is not available to guests) Open-plan living area Sitting room area With a wood burning stove, television with Freeview and full Sky (via use of guests' own subscription card). DVD player and radio/CD player. Dining area With a dining table seating up to six guests. Spiral staircase to first floor (not available to guests). Views across open farmland with bi-folding doors accessing the garden. Kitchen area With an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment and separate larder fridge. (A washing machine located in the external utility room shared with the property owner). Shower room With shower, wash basin and WC. Oak and glass link leading to Bedroom With a 6' super-king size bed, farmland views, a Freeview television and french doors to terrace and hot tub; opening into Open-plan en-suite bathroom With a roll-top bath, separate shower, wash basin and WC (please be aware there is a partition, rather than a door between the bedroom and bathroom area). Outside: Large enclosed garden with garden furniture and charcoal barbecue (charcoal and firelighters provided). Please note, a public footpath runs through the paddock, next to the garden. Hot tub. External utility room with washing machine (shared with owner). On-site parking.