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Rose Compass Cottage

East Hoathly, near Lewes, Sussex
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Traditional holiday home with a large conservatory offering serene garden views
  • In chilly weather, light up the open fire and relax into cosy, warm evenings
  • Conveniently located near village amenities and 3 miles from High Wield National Landscape for walks
Property code: OC-95692

Filled to the brim with cosy countryside charm, this two-storey cottage at the heart of the Sussex countryside is yours to relax in with man’s best friend at your side. Positioned between the High Weald National Landscape (3 miles) and the South Downs National Park (6 miles), less than 15 miles from the dog-friendly beaches on Sussex’s coastline, a stay here invites endless opportunities for walkies and canine-compatible excursions. One pup and four guests are welcome to enjoy restful evenings at home when each fun-filled day is done, unwinding by the open fire or out in the garden.

Boasting plenty of original features, including stained glass and stable doors, the instant appeal of this cottage shines through straight away. There are so many features that people and pets will love, including the cosy lounge with a Smart TV and an open fire, and a suntrap conservatory with direct access to the garden. When the sun shines, leave French doors open and let Rover have free roam of the large, enclosed garden that’s set to lawn. Leave your sleeping dog to get comfortable as you move on up to bed, finding a king-size room and an inviting double, served by the family bathroom. Private parking for two cars is also available.

Take Fido for a morning stroll down into the village of East Hoathly (0.5 miles), stopping off in the village shop for some breakfast goodies before wandering home again. Moving into the High Weald, drive to Heathfield (6 miles) and embark on a pretty walk around here, leaving no stick unfetched throughout farmlands and country roads. For pups who prefer to splash in the sea, make your way to the splendid beach at Cuckmere Haven (14 miles), a dog-friendly destination all year round.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 double
  • 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC
  • Slimline washing machine located in the bathroom
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and air fryer
  • Travel cot (bedding not included) and highchair available on request
  • Open fire (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Smart TV with basic Sky package and Bluetooth speaker in the lounge
  • Large, enclosed garden with patio seating and a fire pit
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop, pub and café 500 metres, beach 14 miles
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Jackie Hammond

This property is personally managed by Jackie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 6th June 2026

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Super cottage in a great location. Ideal for dogs too.

Reviewed by Catherine 16th May 2026

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An ideal relaxing location from which to explore the surrounding area with a beautiful garden and within walking distance of a friendly community owned pub.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 19th April 2026

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Lovely cosy and well equipped cottage with a conservatory and garden. Great base for visiting Sussex gardens and walking on the South Downs Way.

Reviewed by Georgia 10th April 2026

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The cottage is very comfortable and welcoming. The conservatory is a large, light place to sit. The garden is large. Beds and sofas are comfortable. The fridge and freezer are large which was very good. The location is good, the dog walk in Moat Wood is directly opposite.

Reviewed by Samantha 9th March 2026

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This cottage had everything we needed (2 adults, 2 preteens and a dog), located right next to a beautiful public woods (carpeted in bluebells but we were a week or so to early for the flowering) great to take the dog (and children) for their daily walks. It's relatively muddy so bring your wellies, towels provided for the dog too! Great secure gardRead moreen. Lovely village with a really good cafe and shop within walking distance. Close to a variety of villages and historic places to explore. Hide

Reviewed by Warwick 27th February 2026

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Lovely cottage, the conservatory is a really lovely place to relax in. Great location for exploring the local area.

Reviewed by Brigit 12th December 2025

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The house was fully equipped and comfortably furnished. The kitchen was also perfectly equipped. We had a warm welcome, and there were even tasty biscuits for Bo the dog. Across the street is the woods for a walk, and in the village there's a cozy pub and coffee/lunch spot. Our only complaint is the beds. They're already narrow, and the topper is tRead moreoo small for the mattress. We had a wonderful time Hide

Reviewed by R 5th December 2025

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Reviewed by Dave 19th October 2025

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We had a lovely stay at Rose Compass Cottage. Cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. We loved sitting in the conservatory looking out onto the beautiful garden. There were woods right opposite to take our dog for a walk. Lots of places to visit nearby. Village was lovely with village shop, pub and a lovely cafe that made delicious cakes. PRead moreeople in the village were very friendly. We would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Christopher 4th October 2025

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Reviewed by Michelle 29th August 2025

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Lovely cosy cottage in a central location.

Reviewed by Hilary 15th August 2025

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Sorry don't feel I could give a review

Reviewed by Joelle 1st August 2025

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Charming old and cosy cottage, with a beautiful garden, for exploring both the South Downs and the Ashdown Forest.

Reviewed by Rik 25th July 2025

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Rose Compass Cottage is a cozy cottage and ideally located for visiting the English countryside. It is very quiet and has everything you need for your stay. There is always immediate feedback from friendly owners when you have a query. Recommended!

Reviewed by Anne 18th July 2025

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A lovely cosy, comfortable cottage where it is easy to relax. It was very well equipped with everything you need. We loved sitting in the conservatory and the garden was very pretty. Thanks for a great stay!

Reviewed by Ron 27th June 2025

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Reviewed by Yvonne 20th June 2025

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Delightful, quirky cottage in a very friendly village. The dog bowl, treats and spare lead's were a very kind and welcome addition. The owner David was charming, and this is certainly reflected in the eclectic decor of the lovely cottage. There is a forest walk immediately opposite which was extremely handy especially on the very hot days we had duRead morering our stay. The local pub, village shop are a short walk away. Hide

Reviewed by Clive 13th June 2025

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Really great cottage and fantastically well equipped. Beautiful garden for sitting out. Plenty to see and do nearby. Friendly village.

Reviewed by Kate 6th June 2025

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Reviewed by Jeffrey 31st May 2025

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Local pub Kings head worth a pint and a meal, coffee shop for a snack cake and coffee. Close enough for beaches and walks , especially Ashford Forest to Pooh Bridge drop sticks see piglets and owls house and Winnie's honey pots. Top lawn great on a sunny day for sun bathing.

Reviewed by Marianne 23rd May 2025

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Very cosy and comfortable cottage. We enjoyed the conservatory for reading, eating, relaxing. Nice village, pub and village store within walking distance. The pub in Chiddingly is recommended for food and atmosphere.

Reviewed by Adrian 4th April 2025

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This is a lovely cottage in a good village location, very comfortable furniture and beds. Bathroom is lovely, plenty of hot water. The conservatory is a great addition and we spent most of our spare time in there.

Reviewed by Marion 28th March 2025

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A lovely cottage, set in a very friendly village. An ideal situation for plenty of dog walks. The cottage is cosy and well equipped, with even a table & chairs to be able to sit out and enjoy the beautiful garden. There is limited hanging space for clothes upstairs, but plenty of drawers. The stairs are quite steep. We unpacked our suitcase downstaRead moreirs, and carried our clothes up in our arms! We didnt need to light the log fire: the sun and the central heating kept us warm. We would return! Hide

Reviewed by Julie 14th March 2025

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The place was lovely we went in march ,sun has been good to us so the conservatory was really warm, If you go to this place you hardly need anything other than a book and some clothes , Little extras were so helpful cooking ie. Cooking oil ,tea bags, percolated coffee, all cleaning stuff, milk , squash, apple juice, biscuits, slow cookers washing tRead moreablets , dishwasher tabs , burning oils machine,just so nice , Corner shop was very expensive, had a bit of most you may need if get caught out. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 9th March 2025

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Thoroughly enjoyed our 5 night stay in Rose Compass Cottage. East Hoathly is a lovely, friendly village with a good dog friendly pub, a village shop and walks galore. The cottage is warm and cosy, and very well equipped with quality bedding and towels. If we had realised beforehand that dogs weren't allowed upstairs we may not have booked, which woRead moreuld have been a great shame. As it was, it wasn't a problem. The sunny conservatory is a bonus. Lovely owners live nearby. Would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Gez 14th November 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay and meeting David. Really lovely little cottage, well located, nice walks just across the road and very friendly locals. Comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen( could easily cook a family roast dinner) and an excellent shower with terrific pressure, not forgetting the longest bath ever. Would highly recommend.

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