1 Church Cottages

1 Church Cottages is a beautifully finished semi-detached Victorian cottage positioned, as the name suggests, just across from the Norman church of St Martins. Refurbished to an impeccable standard, The south coast is only 30 minutes' drive away with beaches at Brighton, Saltdean and Seaford. The space This welcoming cottage has been lovingly restored with great attention to detail and retains many of its Victorian period features such as the original fireplaces in both bedrooms. On the ground floor is the spacious, tastefully decorated sitting room with its cosy wood burning stove for those cooler winter evenings. French doors open onto the secluded garden, which has two terraces to relax and unwind in the summer sunshine. There is an open-plan dining area and a country style kitchen with an electric Aga, along with a breakfast table with bench seating. Both bedrooms can be found upstairs on the first floor. Bedroom one features a king-size bed and has lovely views onto the south-east facing garden and to the church beyond. Completing the room is the integrated en-suite facilities with a free-standing, claw-foot bath, wash basin and a separate WC. The second bedroom has a super-king size bed and a large wardrobe with plenty of storage space. In addition, there is a family shower room with a spacious walk-in shower. Set in the centre of the ancient village of Westmeston at the foot of the South Downs, 1 Church Cottages is perfectly positioned for exploring the beautiful rural landscape of East Sussex. The south coast is only 30 minutes' drive away with beaches at Brighton, Saltdean and Seaford. The local area has many picturesque walks to discover. A real highlight for guests is bound to be the footpath from the front of the house that leads directly to The Downs. There are also two excellent pubs within 2 miles walking distance of the cottage, as well as an abundance of cafés, pubs and restaurants a little further afield in Lewes (6 miles) and Brighton (7½ miles). Also available to book at this location is The Garden Room (sleeping two guests) next door. Additional Information: Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Village location with footpath from the doorstep to the South Downs. Walking distance to two pubs (2 miles). Children and infants welcome. A stair gate, travel cot and high chair are available on request. The bedding is non feather. On rare occasions the neighbours may require use of the side path, for maintenance only. Guest access Ground Floor: Kitchen With electric Aga, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine and breakfast table with bench seating. Sitting room With a wood burning stove, television with Freeview, DVD player and french doors to the garden. Dining area Circular dining table seating four guests. First Floor: Bedroom one With a 5' king-size bed and garden views. Integrated en-suite bathroom With free-standing bath, wash basin and separate WC. Bedroom two With a 6' super-king size bed. Family shower room With a walk-in shower and glass screen, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Outside: Enclosed, secluded, south-east facing garden to the rear with two terraces complete with garden furniture and a charcoal barbecue. Off-street parking for four cars. Other things to note On rare occasions the neighbours may require use of the side path for maintenance only. Barbecue provided. Please leave the barbecue in the condition you would wish to find it. Thank you in advance. The bedding is non feather. Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Rural Retreats will be held responsible.