Guests say
Fortress House in Eastbourne is a well-received cottage, praised for its cosy atmosphere, tasteful decoration, and excellent location close to the sea and amenities. Guests enjoyed the added luxury of a garden jacuzzi and appreciated the thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of wine. The property is described as clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, making for a delightful stay.
Guests consistently noted the property to be very clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for being close to the sea and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Parking was occasionally challenging but manageable.
Reviewers found the cottage comfortable, mentioning a spacious bed and comfortable furniture, contributing to a homely feel.
The cottage is well-equipped with a hot tub, dishwasher, coffee machine, and washing machine. Some guests found the kitchen small, but overall the facilities were appreciated.
Guests were delighted by thoughtful gestures such as fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival. While these gifts were well-received, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This pretty Georgian cottage makes the perfect place for a seaside break. Eastbourne beach is just a short walk from the property, as is the Redoubt Fortress, previously an important defence against invasion, but now a wonderful family attraction. A fantastic water sports centre at this end of the beach offers visitors the chance to try their hand at paddle boarding, kayaking, powerboating, and even raft building. The town centre has a wide range of shops, an interesting lifeboat museum, and the wonderfully restored Victorian pier which offers a range of food outlets and evening entertainment venues. Nearby Princes Park is a fun place to spend an afternoon with its boating lake, formal gardens, play areas, a splashpad, and tennis courts. Keen walkers can enjoy exploring the nearby South Downs and for those looking to venture further afield the towns of Brighton, Bexhill and Hastings are all within 20 miles.
On arrival at this stylish cottage, guests are welcomed into a small hallway with space for dropping off coats and shoes, before heading through into the wonderfully light and airy lounge with patio doors out to the garden and two comfy sofas, perfect for snuggling up on in front of the wood burner and catching up on your favourite programmes on the Smart TV or watch a film on the Blu-ray player. Across the hallway is the kitchen/diner, where guests will find a cosy dining area, with seating for four. The kitchen area is well-equipped with everything you may need for creating delicious family meals. On the first floor the property has two bedrooms. The master bedroom is a super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) with a sea view, whilst the second bedroom is a delightful double. The property is completed by a bathroom, also on the first floor, which offers a shower over bath and WC.
Outside, there is a fully enclosed patio garden to the side of the property, with a hot tub, charcoal BBQ and patio table and chairs. Relax after a busy day with a glass of fizz and enjoy star gazing on a clear evening.
Accommodation
Nearby points of interest
- Seven Sisters Country Park
- Amberley Castle
Reviews (9)
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Mr Scally
We enjoyed a 3 night stay at this property. Very cosy and appreciated the hot tub. Owner left a cake for us on arrival, which was a nice touch. Beds are extremely comfy. Owner contactable if needed and recommended a few restaurants nearby.
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mr Wood
Amazing house in a superb location. Hot tub was fantastic
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Mrs Coates
We had a lovely week in this cottage. It was comfortable and well equipped and we felt very much at home. We very much hope to return next year.