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Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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Escape to Beacon Cottage, a charming one-bed annexe cottage nestled in the heart of Ditchling village. This haven offers a spacious bedroom with king-size bed and Velux windows boasting fantastic views of Ditchling Beacon and the South Downs. Relax in the separate living area with big corner sofa, Smart TV, dining space, and well-equipped kitchen. Outside enjoy your own private patio or take advantage of access to owners' large garden.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

THE PROPERTY:
A large one-bed annexe cottage, half a mile from the centre of Ditchling village and close to Ditchling Beacon in the South Downs. Beacon Cottage is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday company. Visit us direct for full info about this home.

Opening into the main living main area, there is a big corner sofa to one side, a Smart TV and a dining area next to the well-equipped separate kitchen. To the far side of the sitting room is the bathroom with large shower. Upstairs is a spacious bedroom with king size (5’) bed, desk and selection of books. Velux windows offer fantastic views of Ditchling Beacon and the South Downs.

Outside, there is a front patio with table and chairs. To the rear opens onto the owners’ large garden, where a lawned area outside the cottage is reserved for your use. The cottage is tucked to the side of the owners’ own home but has its own private entrance, and it offers a secure gated parking through which you are welcome to come and go as you wish.

LOCAL AREA:
Ditchling is a traditional, pretty village that dates back over 1000 years and offers Tudor buildings, two pubs, small shops and tea rooms including the lovely Nutmeg Tree. It has a local shop and farm shop, and large supermarkets are available in Burgess Hill and Brighton. Brighton is 8 miles south and Lewes is 8 miles east. The local railway station is in Hassocks 2 miles away. The cottage offers great walks from the door.

USEFUL INFORMATION & HOUSE RULES:
- Beacon Cottage is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading premier Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 28 nights.
- A security deposit of GBP150 is a condition of booking, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Pets: Not allowed.
- Accessibility: one low step (3cm) over the front door threshold. Shower enclosure has a 10cm step. Winder staircase (with bannister and standard height risers) to the first floor, opening directly into the room at the top. One step (15cm) down from rear door into the garden, with 3 steps (10cm) up to the lawn area. Other internal floors are even and level, with no internal steps. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen facilities: single electric fan oven, 4 ring electric hob, tall fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetière.
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer, hairdryer provided. Charcoal BBQ on request.
- There is an unfenced pond in the rear garden, please keep children supervised at all times.
- The owners live in the main house annexed to the cottage, who are available on the phone (or occasionally in person) should you need anything. There is no access between the two properties during your stay. Beacon Cottage has its own private entrance and will be exclusively yours.
- CCTV covers the outside areas for security purposes. There is no CCTV inside the property itself.
- One infant up to age 2 is welcome in addition to the total guest capacity of this property. Please bring your own travel cot, bedding and highchair etc.
- Free secure gated parking on the driveway in front of the property, with space for 2 cars.
- Central Heating.
- Wi-Fi.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

624004

About the neighborhood

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Ditchling, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • American Express Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Preston Park - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • University of Sussex - 14 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Brighton Beach - 17 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Brighton Centre - 17 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hassocks Station - 5 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thatched Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Proper Cycling & Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack And Jill Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stanmer Park Tea Rooms - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom on Nov 12, 2025 start from $796.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in Hassocks, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft and Ditchling Beacon Car Park. Ditchling Common Country Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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