In Hassocks .You'll find Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft and Ditchling Beacon Car Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Also, Ditchling Common Country Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and East Sussex National Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
American Express Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
University of Brighton - 12 min drive - 6.2 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
Getting around
Hassocks Station - 5 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
M&S Foodhall - 8 min drive
Top House - 7 min drive
The Thatched Inn - 4 min drive
The Greyhound - 3 min drive
The Barn - Coffee Shop and Resturant - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
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 manager
Inspire Stays
Languages
English
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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
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
624004
Frequently asked questions
How close is Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom to the airport?
This cottage is 28.7 mi (38-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom to the beach?
This cottage is 10.3 mi (28-min drive) from Brighton Beach and 10.7 mi (33-min drive) from Brighton's Naturist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
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.
Is there free parking at Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom to downtown Hassocks?
This cottage is 1.6 mi away from Hassocks.
Beacon Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Carolyn P.
May 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
One of the Best
Most impressive was the size of the property. Many properties in this area 'for 2' are very small - this property was magically extended and extremely comfortable. Our hosts were very accessibile and helpful before our arrival, and the both the welcome and departure was warming.
Carolyn P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
Jul 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of Heaven on earth
Try as I might, I cannot think of anything negative to say about Beacon Cottage, it being it pretty much perfect in every way. The location is lovely, the cottage itself was beautifully equipped and presented, with every facility.
The icing on the cake for us were the hosts who were charming, generous, informative and always available to answer questions or resolve issues - not that there were any.
All in all, an ideal holiday property to which we shall be returning given the opportunity.