Guests say
Fortress House in Eastbourne is consistently praised for its cosy charm, tasteful decoration, and excellent location close to the sea and amenities. Guests appreciate the well-presented cottage, highlighting the added luxury of a garden jacuzzi and the thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival. While parking can be a challenge, the property's comfort, cleanliness, and supportive hosts contribute to a highly recommended stay.
Guests consistently note the property as very clean, contributing to a comfortable and welcoming stay.
The cottage's location is highly praised for being close to the sea and within walking distance to shops and restaurants, despite occasional parking challenges.
Reviewers find the cottage comfortable, with a spacious bed and comfortable furniture, making for a homely experience.
The property is well-equipped with a hot tub, dishwasher, coffee machine, and washing machine, though one guest found the kitchen small.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident in the special touches like fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of wine, although such gifts are kindly noted as not guaranteed.
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
- Beachy Head
- Seven Sisters Country Park
- Newhaven Fort
Reviews (7)
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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.
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Mrs Still
Beautiful place to stay, short walk to the beach, shops nearby. Very clean. Would definitely recommend.
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Mrs Charman
A very nice home tastefully decorated and well thought out. Every bit of space well utilised. Very comfortable spacious bed and comfortable furniture. Great facilities including hot tub, dishwasher, coffee machine and washing machine. Good location near to shops and beach. Very supportive owners willing to help in any way and great communication. We will be returning!