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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Snug & Secluded Lakeside Shepherds Hut 'Carp' in Uckfield offers a holiday home with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a balcony with lake views, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cosy fireplace. Relaxing Facilities: The property features a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the hut, ensuring connectivity for all guests. Convenient Location: Located 37 km from London Gatwick Airport, the hut is near attractions such as Glyndebourne Opera House (21 km) and Hever Castle (25 km). Free on-site private parking and an outdoor fireplace enhance the stay. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, the property is praised for its friendly host and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gemzen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What I loved most was the perfect mix of comfort and nature. The Shepherd’s hut was spotless, really well equipped, and felt so cosy, yet just outside the door were the most stunning surroundings – a peaceful fishing lake, fresh country air, and...
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What did I like? Well we didn't like we absolutely loved every single minute what a little gem .I felt so relaxed we was literally so chilled.Our dog loved it too.The views took our breath away and if u want nature at its finest this is the...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was perfect for a peaceful, relaxing weekend. The ‘Carp’ hut was clean, equipped with everything we could need. The bed was very cosy and comfortable we slept well. Mark and Geraldine the owners were friendly, kind and nothing was too...
  • Karys
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was perfect. This is such an idyllic setting that Geraldine and Mark have clearly thought a lot about, we did not miss any home comforts at all as everything you could think of was provided, even a little speaker so we could listen to...
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hastingsford Fishery is an absolute gem - peaceful, picturesque, and incredibly dog-friendly. The lakes are lovely, well-stocked, and perfect for unwinding. Thoughtful touches like a speaker, quality equipment, and a generous starter pack with...
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location, with everything provided. Really friendly host, who could not have done more.
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hut was very cozy and exceptionally clean. Hosts had thought of everything from providing a torch, binoculars washing up liquid, stocking fridge with essentials, milk, butter and juice to kindling and wood for fire pit outside or log burner...
  • Becky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning setting overlooking the lake. Very private
  • Rowan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very peaceful and secluded. The hut was really comfortable and had everything needed. Balcony was lovely to watch the wildlife and the lake.
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything you needed in peaceful location. The starter pack of milk , teabags was really welcome.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Geraldine and brother Mark

Company review score: 9.8Based on 131 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Owner Geraldine had a horse riding accident in 1981, resulting in a broken neck and being confined to a wheelchair ever since. This is the family run fishery and farm with 3 (one has been recently cleared and stocked) coarse fishing lakes and one spring fed wild swimming lake. In addition a large area of wooded copse with several natural lakes and ponds to wander round, and see wildlife and wild flowers 'au naturel'. Our Individual and cosy shepherds huts for 2 are in their own secluded positions around the property, all with glorious views over the lakes. My brother and I enjoy welcoming guests to our property We will show you in, then leave you to 'chill out' and enjoy the peaceful seclusion and beautiful views. If you need anything we are available nearby.

Property information

We have just four individually designed shepherds huts, Perch, Tench, Carp and Roach (Carp and Roach huts have private but seperate shower/toilet a short walk away, Perch and Tench have ensuites). Each hut is situated in their own large space, either on, or close to/overlooking our two main lakes, situated within our 30 acre beef farm and coarse fishery. We have our own spring fed wild swimming lake at the top of the property. Very quiet and peaceful area, surrounded by all kinds of wildlife and with stunning views to the South Downs. Fishing available for experienced anglers. Common, mirror and crucian Carp to 25+ lbs, plus tench, orfe, roach, rudd, perch and gudgeon. Bird feeders outside each hut, our feathered visitors include woodpeckers, all kinds of tits, goldfinches, kingfishers, ducks (they love our guests feeding them), geese, buzzards, herons, red kites, nuthatches and many others. Foxes, badgers and deer are often to be seen, especially during the quiet of evening/night/early morning. Property is close to many places of interest such as the Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park, Batemans, Hever Castle, Wakehurst Place, the Southdowns, Lewes, Tunbridge Wells, Brighton, Eastbourne, Rye. Additional Notes: Welcome pack: Rolls, croissants, milk, juice, coffee, tea, water, condiments (ketchup etc), initial supply of logs, kindling, firelighters, bed linen. Extras on request: Basket logs, kindling, firelighters Towels Pets: Lift to/from station and/or shops available on request (extra charge).

Neighbourhood information

Very quiet surroundings, min of 200 mtrs off the road, surrounded by 30+ acres of fields, woodlands and lakes. Pubs/restaurants about 2-3 miles away. Footpaths nearby. Interesting towns nearby such as Lewes and Tunbridge Wells. Lots of National Trust properties to visit such as Sheffield Park, Hever Castle. Seaside towns such as Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Rye, Beachy Head etc. are within easy driving distance. Pick up from station available on request (small charge).

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Snug & Secluded Lakeside Shepherds Hut 'Carp' takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 06:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$66. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that linen (bed sheets) are provided, towels are not, but can be supplied for an extra charge.

Please inform Snug & Secluded Lakeside Shepherds Hut 'Carp' in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.