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Harbour Lights is a small, modernised fisherman's cottage, a Grade II listed building dating from the late eighteenth century and situated in the fishing and yachting village of Rye Harbour. It is right on the harbour "front" which consists of half a dozen picturesque cottages and the William The Conqueror pub. It is a stone's throw from the tidal River Rother and the RNLI lifeboat station, and not far from the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (of particular interest to bird-watchers). The sea is about half a mile away, approached on the Rye Harbour side by a gated road which prevents access by cars. Thus the beach (part shingle, part sand, no "amenities") does not get very crowded. Westward, extensive shingle, grazing land and marsh provide open country walking to Winchelsea. The sands at Camber are five miles away by road.

Rye Harbour is one and a half miles from Rye and about 70 miles from London. The ancient town of Rye, one of the Cinque Ports, is perched on a hill overlooking the Romney marshes, and is well known for its steep cobbled streets, picturesque timbered houses and historic Mermaid Inn, and also for its association with artists and writers, such as Henry James and E.F.Benson. There are numerous antique shops and shops selling the locally made pottery. Nearby is the attractive old town of Winchelsea, while eight miles away lies the seaside resort of Hastings. Many interesting excursions may be made into Kent and Sussex : to Canterbury, Battle (site of the Battle of Hastings), and to the National Trust properties of Sissinghurst, Batemans (home of Rudyard Kipling) and Smallhythe Place (home of the actress Ellen Terry). Day trips to France are possible from Dover or by Eurostar from Ashford.

The cottage is comfortably furnished and fully equipped for family holidays. Crockery, glass, cutlery, kitchen equipment, bedlinen and towels are provided. The reception rooms each have a storage heater, open fire (coal and logs available by arrangement) and an electric heater. Each bedroom has an electric heater. Electricity charges are included in the rent.

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Rates : £350 - £450 per week depending on season.
Sleeps a maximum of 4 people.
Children are welcome.
No smoking. Sorry, no pets.
Off street parking.
3 Star Visit Britain.

Beech Hill Farm is an organically run 20 acre small farm with Rare Breed Sheep, set in the Sussex High Weald, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with panoramic views virtually unchanged since the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

The Coach House at Beech Hill Farm, awarded 4 Star Self-Catering Accommodation by the ETC, is also an Alistair Sawday Special Escape.

The Studio offers retreat space for individuals and small groups.

Coach House:
Built in 1799 as the Coach House for Beech Hill Farm, this oak framed building was lovingly restored in 1999 to the highest standards. As Alistair Sawday's Special Escapes says "An unusual set-up, and so refreshing. Julia has created a creative escape for those who want to come and write, read or paint". Enjoy England agree who have awarded this property with 4 stars.

Overlooking a wild orchard which lead you through to the panoramic views of the unspoilt medieval High Weald. You can sit outside eating your meals (perhaps eating some of the rare breed lamb from Julia's own flock), listening to the many birds which congregate in the garden. An area of unspoilt natural beauty, peaceful, perfect and tranquil.

The interior has a light airy feeling, it is an open plan design with a living area that leads through to a simplistic yet stylish bedroom, and a well appointed kitchen area.

Studio:
The studio is a light airy space, filled with peace and tranquility, an ideal location for anyone wanting to be creative or get away from the hustle and bustle.

The open plan building has been converted with a contempary feel to be a comfortable space all year round, with a wood burning stove to sit and enjoy in the cold winter evenings.

The studio is an ideal space for a family or small groups to use, easily converted to an big open area. The french doors open out on to the rolling High Weald hills of Sussex unchanged for centuries.

The studio has won two awards. BETRE have commended it with 2 Green Action Awards: for its Rain Harvesting Scheme and Sustainable Woodburner; and SEEDA have given the studio a Sustainable Business Award for Resource Efficiency.

Beech Hill Farm nestles in the heart of 1066 country in the South East of England, it is within easy access to the Ashdown Forest, the South Downs, the beaches of the South Coast.

Beech Hill Farm is a place suitable for every person of every age and with plenty to do you will never be bored. Below are a few links to get you started on your way to a holiday of activity and adventure, peace and tranquility or whatever it is that you are looking for.

Rates : £375 - £475 per week depending on season.
Sleeps a maximum of 3 people.
Children are welcome.
No smoking. Pets allowed.
Off street parking.
4 Star ETC.