Blackthorn is a luxurious, rural retreat for two.

Blackthorn is a luxurious retreat for two. Attached to the owner's home, and situated on the edge of Icklesham village, the property lies halfway between the ancient towns of Rye and Hastings. There is a distant view of the sea, and the garden is surrounded by beautiful AONB countryside. The cottage has a private, south facing verandah, and guests are welcome to use the heated, indoor swimming pool and outdoor hot tub throughout their stay but exclusively between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm. The space Blackthorn is well-appointed, with all breaks inclusive of linen and towels, electricity and heating, open wifi, free-range eggs from our hens and ducks, a Smart TV with Netflix, logs and kindling for the little wood burner in the winter months, maps and leaflets on the area, and of course exclusive access to the heated indoor pool and outdoor hot tub daily between 8AM – 8PM. There are 2 x award-winning pubs in the village, and a good range of places to eat in both Rye and Hastings, as well as nearby villages. This part of East Sussex is very special with many picturesque towns and villages, historic castles, National Trust and English Heritage properties, several steam railways, impressive country house and gardens, and stunning beaches close by. Guest access As well as the indoor pool and outdoor hot tub guests have their own garden furniture, sunbeds, a BBQ, several outdoor games, and are also welcome to explore the garden and discover the various seating areas dotted around the place. Other things to note The cottage is a pet free/no smoking environment, however we have an elderly dog ourselves but other than on change-over days he will not be in the garden - just occasionally watching from a window...