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Little Orchard

Staplecross, near Robertsbridge, Sussex
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A wonderfully warm and welcoming property for family or friends within easy access to Hastings
  • Be charmed by the on-site horses, chickens and ducks
  • Soak up the gorgeous views across the fields and into the woodland
Property code: OC-RH1162

Surrounded by expansive countryside and woodland on the Kent/Sussex border, this single-level conversion is a perfect place to take a break as a family. There is so much to explore in the local area starting with Bodiam (4.8 miles), with its grand castle ruins and not forgetting Battle (5 miles), with the 1066 battlefields and an imposing abbey waiting to be explored. Sedlescombe (4 miles) has a fascinating organic vineyard and is accessible through a wild woodland walk from the property. For those looking to taste the sea air, Camber Sands is a little further afield at 16 miles away, ensuring the coast and the countryside are within easy reach.

The front door of this property enters into a large hall with space to store coats and shoes, leading through to the cosy living room complete with two sofas and a warming wood burner for cosy evenings. For entertainment, there is a smart TV with a soundbar and a wireless subwoofer making the ultimate movie night. The kitchen/diner has plenty of space to cook up family meals which can be eaten around the rustic kitchen table seating six guests. The first of the bedrooms is a double, benefitting from an en-suite shower room, whilst the king-size room and twin room share the family bathroom with a shower over the bath. All of the rooms are well furnished with wardrobes, rails, drawers and bedside tables. Thermally efficient property which has solar panels.

Outside, the private garden offers a wonderful place to dine on a summer evening or enjoy a morning coffee to start the day right. The property is located on a smallholding with 13 acres of beauty to be seen. Horses are the main focus of the farm, but keep an eye out for the free-range chickens, ducks and cat which roam the land.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner - endless supply of logs supplied
  • Smart TV, Netflix, Sound Bar, Bluetooth subwoofer
  • Terraced garden with enclosed lawn
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Storage for bikes etc
  • Equestrian facilities
  • Pub 1.2 miles, shop 1.3 miles, beach 8 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Powell

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Bob 17th May 2026

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We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very comfortable and equipped with everything we might possibly need. The welcome basket was generous; the apple juice was particularly good. The owner was very friendly and approachable.

Reviewed by Christine 25th April 2026

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Reviewed by Terry 7th April 2026

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Brilliant place, well stocked, lovely welcome pack, beautifully clean. Luxury bedding.

Reviewed by Lisa 18th January 2026

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Lovely comfortable place to stay - perfect for a chilled and relaxed break. Lots of good dog walks nearby too.

Reviewed by Judy 10th January 2026

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Little Orchard is a delightful and extremely comfortable home. Very clean and comfortable in every way. Well equipped and attention to detail Highly recommend,mended.

Reviewed by David 20th October 2025

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Lovely comfortable, well euipped and welcoming property in a good location. Really appreciated the welcome basket. Had a great time playing board games most evenings in the inviting kitchen on comfy chairs, drinking our favourite tipple after a home cooked meal. Beds were comfy too and there was lots of wardrobe and drawer space. Great bathrooms toRead moreo. Would book again. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 13th October 2025

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The cottage was clean and warm and decorated beautifully decorated. It was also equipped extremely well, we had everything we needed.

Reviewed by Alison 20th September 2025

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Beautiful spot on a farm. Great to have the enclosed garden to let our dogs run in. Beautiful woodland walks from cottage bring your wellies! Easy to reach plenty of villages, towns and pubs con the area. Very comfortable and well equipped.

Reviewed by Carole 14th September 2025

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Had a good holiday weather great visited many fav places cottage was fine but could do with a little tlc.

Reviewed by David 9th August 2025

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Reviewed by Rodney 28th June 2025

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Reviewed by Alan 10th May 2025

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Little Orchard is a very spacious tranquil cottage, decorated to a high specification. It is very well equipped, and there were lots of nice touches, a hamper with bread, milk, and coffee. They also provided dishwasher tablets and things like that, which were very useful, so there is nothing you could want. The cottage was close to Battle, HastingRead mores and Rye, so there was lots to see on the doorstep. The cottage is home from home, and I would recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Gael 3rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Rosemary 17th March 2025

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Little Orchard was the perfect venue for us to spend time with our family, who all live in Sussex. The cottage was lovely and clean, warm and spacious and we were lucky enough to have the weather for a bbq, which Lindsay and Dan kindly brought out of winter storage for us. We would definitely like to return.

Reviewed by Helen 24th February 2025

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The cottage is absolutely gorgeous, in a lovely location and with everything you need.

Reviewed by Martin 12th December 2024

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The cottage was very well equipped and had everything we required. The hamper was a lovely and welcome surprise. The cottage was very warm and cosy. It was an ideal location to Rye and Hastings. We had a great family break.

Reviewed by Christine 4th November 2024

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The cottage was very well equipped and very clean. The welcome pack was a very nice touch and the owners were very friendly

Reviewed by Astrid 7th October 2024

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Reviewed by Jan 28th September 2024

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Lovely and warm. Shower in main bathroom was trick . Very hot or cold . Bed in bedroom 2/was very soft

Reviewed by Silke 1st September 2024

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A perfect place with its own garden for outdoor ball games. The big kitchen diner was great for cooking and socialsing and a comfortable separate lounge.

Reviewed by Stuart 24th August 2024

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A delightful cottage with lovely hosts, who let us have access to the dogs and horses. Very well equipped , clean and a good location for visiting various places in the area. Highly recommend the Quirrel Inn for lunch and visits to Battle, Rye and Hastings

Reviewed by Pamela 11th August 2024

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Super cottage! Really beautifully styled and furnished managed to be contemporary and stylish but with lovely traditional touches; spacious yet cosy; really well kitted out yet uncluttered. Accommodated six of us easily. Dog loved the safe enclosed garden. We enjoyed dining on the outdoor table, too, watching the sun go down. Some road noise at busRead morey times but didnt spoil the lovely setting. Thank you! Looking forward to staying again! Hide

Reviewed by Jo 8th August 2024

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Little Orchard is spacious, comfortable and well equipped. It is situated in a great location, making many places easily accessible. Great value for money, we hope to return one day.

Reviewed by Jeannette 20th July 2024

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Great location for exploring East Sussex.

Reviewed by Rachel 8th July 2024

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We enjoyed our stay in Little Orchard which is a well equipped, comfortable and spacious accommodation. Our dogs enjoyed the secure gardens and walking in the adjacent woods. Little Orchard is well located to visit many national trusts places as well as Camber Sands, Rye Nature Reserve and the beautiful Birling Gap and Seven Sisters headland. TheRead more welcome hamper was very generous and greatly appreciated. The owners have been most helpful during our stay and it is somewhere we would like to return to. Hide

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Farm Holidays is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.