Dog Friendly Cottages in East Anglia

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Srilatha - Verified booking

  One of the first things that caught our eye was the numerous house plants around, and this really makes this property stands out, as this really is a home away from home.

  We were unfortunate in one sense to experience very cold weather at the end of April 2024, but on the other hand, it meant that we spent a lot of time enjoying the cottage. We loved the view of the garden from the kitchen and the dining room (the bright red acer was gorgeous!). We all slept well (thanks for ear plugs!) - yes, the clock does strike on the hour every hour, but you do get used to it. The living areas are very well-appointed, and the window seat area with a dual aspect of the garden was a favourite. The kitchen was a joy to cook in. Oven gloves, tea towels, blue wipey clothes and 3 dishwashing tablets provided (plus we found clingfilm, foil and greaseproof paper). We used the fire everyday due to the unseasonable cold weather (logs £8.99 in the local shop – cheaper than the supermarket). Beds were super comfy, with great sheets and towels (which we always appreciate). House is super clean, and well-equipped – a real home away from home. We also used the Kent A-Z and their local OS maps, and they have a great range of books too. The location is super as lots of attractions within 30min. The Tesco “superstore” in Hawkhurst may be smaller than expected but had everything needed, plus Waitrose just opposite too. Tips for visitors: Local shop (2 min down the road) opens from 6.30am and has fresh croissants, and local produce (Sussex crisps). The telephone box library is pretty good too. Walk to the windmill, past the school opposite the petrol station. Farm shop Eggs and Apples & Hartleys (good jam donuts) recommended. Just mind the pot holes!

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• Stefanie Kramer - Verified booking

  Perfekte Unterkunft für Familien - Perfect accommodation for familiesWe spent two wonderful weeks in this beautiful house. Even though we got to eight (with four small children in our luggage), we were never too tight in the Cricket Cottage. The house is perfectly equipped, with everything you would want for a relaxing stay. Sophie and Ian were always reachable and took care of small problems immediately (Internet, not their fault). One notices the tasteful and high-quality furnishing to the fact that the landlords have lived here for a long time. The not very small, enclosed garden was a favourite playground for our children. Robertsbridge is an ideal base from which to explore the 1066-country, with its train station, London is also within easy reach. A small but well-stocked Spar market is within two minutes walk, a very good Indian with take-away, which also offers good Fish'n'Chips, is also nearby. Not far away also nice pubs and a great children's playground. From the park situation in front of the house no one should be deterred, it is just a narrow alley. We have however with our fully loaded family carriages always found a parking lot a few meters further and think that the short footpath absolutely worthwhile. Conclusion: Especially for families absolutely recommendable!

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• Jill Kent - Verified booking

  Beautifully furnished Cottage in stunning village location: RobertsbridgeIf you're looking for a warm, comfortable and beautifully furnished home from home, this 7 bed cottage is a real delight. We were attracted to this cottage by its village location, its location in relation to the Sussex coast and the fantastic log fire in the main reception room. We weren't disappointed. The kitchen was very well equipped. The owners had put a lovely hamper of local produce together to make our first cuppa and breakfast the next day rather delicious. The beds were a dream to sleep in too. The property has a reasonably sized garden although we didn't spend much time outside. The village has a convenience store at the end of the lane. Its close to Bodiam, Mad Jack Fullers follies, the Jerwood Gallery and Old town at Hastings. We even enjoyed a day out in Brighton's North Lanes. If you're one for pubs, there's two in Robertsbridge both selling Harveys. And if you like a browse around some classier than average Charity Shops, there plenty to satisfy in Battle and Heathfield. A great week in a great place. We'll be back soon.

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• Leanda Shrimpton - Verified booking

  Lovely house in a great locationWe wanted a holiday cottage near Battle so that my 82 year-old mother could re-visit her old school and childhood haunts, and this lovely house in Robertsbridge was the perfect base for three generations of our family for a week. The house is extremely well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and beautifully clean and welcoming. At least four National Trust properties are within easy reach, as is Hastings and we really enjoyed the Jerwood Gallery, Sissinghurst, Batemans and Bodiam Castle. Robertsbridge is a very nice village with everything in walking distance including a shop at the end of the lane which never seemed to shut, also a good pub and bakery. We all loved our week here and the house is one of the nicest holiday properties I've stayed in.

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• Mrs Emerson - Verified booking

  Providence Cottage is a beautiful property in a great location in Rye, with everything you could want on the doorstep. The cottage was clean and well equipped and there was a lovely welcome pack with goodies left by the owners which gave us a real sense of being welcomed to the property. There was lots to do within close proximity to Rye and ideal as a base for us to explore the area with a young family. We contacted the owners about an issue while we were there and they we really helpful and efficient in sorting it. The only reason we have put “good” and not “very good” for being child friendly is the very steep stairs which would be tricky with very young children- but this is mentioned in the information in the website. Our boys (12 and 9 years) loved it!

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