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200 year old traditional fisherman's cottage minutes fromthe sea
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14 / 15  200 year old traditional fisherman's cottage minutes fromthe sea
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Michalmas Cottage - Eastbourne

Eastbourne, Sussex
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Romantic
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Traditional fishermen’s cottage, perfect couple's retreat by the sea
  • Situated in the Meads Village area of Eastbourne, just 200 yards from the seafront
  • Stunning walks to be enjoyed on the South Downs Way, a short stroll from the cottage
Overview
Property code: EHC24

Enjoying a quiet location in the tranquil coastal village of Meads, this characterful and traditional fisherman’s cottage dates back over 200 years and has been sympathetically updated to make a cosy holiday home. With space for two guests, the property also has room for a pet dog to come along and help you explore a beautiful part of the glorious East Sussex countryside. An ideal hideaway for couples, this delightful retreat is just 500 metres from a pet-friendly beach. Featuring a wrought-iron bed, a cheerful courtyard area and charming coastal-themed decor, the cottage lies just south of Eastbourne and is an ideal base for keen walkers following the South Downs Way.

Entering this sweet cottage, you will find a welcoming lounge/diner decorated with a subtle coastal theme, with a Smart TV, comfortable seating and a handy dining area with a wood burner-effect electric fire. Heading through here, the light and stylish kitchen has a wealth of useful equipment. A winding staircase leads up to the first floor with its spacious bathroom and a peaceful double bedroom with a lovely wrought-iron bed and built-in wardrobes. Outside, there’s a small seating area to the front of the cottage and a cheery courtyard to the rear with a table and chairs and space for your four-pawed pal to relax at your feet.

Meads is a picturesque village along the South Downs Way, offering a wonderful walk for dogs and their owners along the coast and towards Beachy Head (1.5 miles). The quiet local Holywell Beach (400 metres) is pet friendly, as are other beaches nearby including Birling Gap (4 miles) and Pevensey Bay (6 miles). The bustling resort of Eastbourne is to the immediate north-east (1.5 miles), and dogs are welcome to help you explore Pevensey Castle (6.5 miles) and Friston Forest (8 miles).

  • 1 double bedroom
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath and WC
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Kitchen - Oven, hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, and washing machine
  • Roadside parking, subject to availability, 1 permit supplied
  • Pub, shops, and beach within walking distance
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Jackie Hammond

This property is personally managed by Jackie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 34 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Janis 20th August 2024

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Reviewed by Gordon 10th August 2024

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Nice cottage in great location. Very enjoyable stay. Plan to return next year.

Reviewed by Patricia 3rd August 2024

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Comfortable little house everything in there we needed Bed was comfortable lovely hot shower over a bath Close to shingle beach and gardens and bus routes Close to the pilot Inn pub with lovely food And little village shops

Reviewed by Lillers 13th July 2024

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Reviewed by Georgia 8th June 2024

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A quaint beautiful little cottage, great location and would definitely stay there again and recommend.

Reviewed by Shirley 25th May 2024

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Wonderful location for town and walking. We will certainly be back.

Reviewed by Brenda 18th May 2024

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Reviewed by Bridget 11th May 2024

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Reviewed by William 4th May 2024

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Easily the best of the three cottages we have stayed in on Meads St. and surprisingly spacious. Good WiFi, though couldn't access Netflix or iPlayer on the tv. Very comfortable bed. Will definitely book again

Reviewed by Susan 12th April 2024

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Reviewed by Tony 8th April 2024

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Lovely comfortable bijou cottage. If you're unsteady on your feet you might find stairs a tad awkward. Comfortable bed and adequate kitchen. Felt relaxed and happy there.

Reviewed by Ann 9th March 2024

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Nice cottage, good location just a few minutes walk to the beach. No off road parking but the parking permits helped with on street parking. Nice to have milk waiting in the fridge along with tea and coffee in the kitchen. I wasnt familiar with the heating system and there were no instructions so I couldnt get the radiator in the lounge to work. HoRead moreuse needs some remedial work to rectify some black mould in bathroom and bedroom. Hide

Reviewed by Samantha 7th February 2024

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We had a lovely time Cottage was very lovely small but everything we needed great having a washing machine The tea coffee milk and biscuits were appreciated Excellent position near the beach and Beachy Head with a nice walk along the front into Eastbourne Next to a pub which is well worth a visit for a lovely meal

Reviewed by Trevor 10th September 2023

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The cottage was clean and tidy and in good condition. there was everything that we needed. The stairs were quite steep and could be a problem for those who might be elderly or infirm. However, we are in our late 70's and managed OK. The parking system worked although sometimes marred by others inconsiderate parking.

Reviewed by Jane 25th August 2023

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Really lovely cottage with all mod cons which is ideal for 2 people. Very clean and welcoming. Fresh cut flowers, milk and cake left for us. Also parking permits making it easy to park. Great outside space to front and rear. Perfectly situated for walks, tourist bus, miniature train, pubs and shops. Easy walking distance to pier. Would return and hRead moreighly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 12th August 2023

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A beautiful cottage, just a short walk (20 mins) from the sea front. The cottage is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. With only 4 rooms the cottage is ideal for a couple. The bed is comfortable. The front room spacious and the kitchen is very well equipped. There is a lovely bathroom with a bath and a shower. A permit is given to allow onRead moree car to park and there are plenty of places in front of or near the cottage. The beach is a short walk away as is Beachy Head. Hide

Reviewed by Fiona 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Peta 22nd July 2023

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Perfect location for us and easy to stay at

Reviewed by Lillers 15th July 2023

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Fourth visit to this lovely comfortable cottage. Has everything you need and is in a great location

Reviewed by Fiona 8th July 2023

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Cosy, comfortable cottage with all you need. Very comfy bed. Good shoer. Well equpped kitchen Sunny courtyard in the morning forbl brealfast and sunny out front in where you can put a chair to read/catch the rays. Perfect location away from hustle and bustle but near enough town for scenic walk along seafront or climb up to beachy head Local supermRead morearkets, good coffee shop, couple of restaurants 5 mins away and The Pilot pub on the doorstep. Bus to town 5 mins away outside Tesco. Hide

Reviewed by Fran 27th May 2023

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Reviewed by Tuija 6th May 2023

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The cottage was very pleasant, well situated as it was close to the sea and interesting walks.

Reviewed by Peter 15th April 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 18th March 2023

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The cottage is attractively furnished, comfortable and very good value. The location in Meads is very convenient, with the South Downs path, beach and local shops close by.

Reviewed by Anne 7th March 2023

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Lovely cosy cottage for two ideally located for seafront and Beachy Head. Local shops nearby and also two pubs serving lovely food. Pier and town centre a 20 minute walk along the seafront or hop on the regular bus service.

Reviewed by Janet 18th February 2023

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I had a lovely week. The property was so near the sea front and within walking distance of the town centre. Would certainly return.

Reviewed by Clare 27th November 2022

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Lovely quaint cottage. Great location! Nice and quiet and comfortable nights sleep. Could do with some modernisation. Had a lovely cake and milk on arrival and enjoyed the fresh flowers. Thank you.

Reviewed by Antoinette 20th November 2022

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Reviewed by J P 12th November 2022

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Excellent small cottage. Well located for Beachy Head, Birling Gap etc. Easy bus to Eastbourne town.

Reviewed by Dennis 22nd October 2022

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Quaint cottage with easy access to the downs and sea front. The cottage is good value for money, it is a two up and two down but its cosy and good for a weeks holiday.

Reviewed by Simon 1st October 2022

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Excellent cottage for two in a great location for Meads, the Downs and walking on the seafront to Eastbourne. Would recommend the Pilot next door (35 steps from gate to pub) good food and a great beer garden. If you want home cooked food without the cooking try Cook at the top of Meads high street for a range of meals you can cook in the oven. ChinRead moreese in Meads is good and Sunday lunch not bad at the Ship, but not as cosy as the Pilot. Would recommend a stay at this cottage. We will return soon. Hide

Reviewed by christopher 24th September 2022

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Reviewed by David 17th September 2022

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Perfect holiday home for two all essentials close by pup round corner but ship down the road has much more room great food. Lovely scenery but Eastbourne centre is a long walk land train is available tho

Reviewed by David 10th September 2022

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An attractive cottage in a good location but lacking in some kitchen equipment. Parking was easy, we were able to park outside the cottage every day. We only used the car once during the week. It was a comfortable cottage.

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