About this property
Elegant Accommodation: The Retreat in Ditchling offers a luxury tent experience with a spacious terrace. Guests enjoy lake views, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a dining area, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, electric kettle, and kitchenware. Free on-site private parking is available. Convenient Location: Located 34 km from London Gatwick Airport, The Retreat is near attractions such as AMEX Stadium and Preston Park, both 12 km away. Brighton Pier and Brighton Dome are 14 km from the property. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its bathroom comfort, The Retreat ensures a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lindsey
United Kingdom“The Ducks - I loved watching them just peacefully swimming about The fish - so much fun feeding them, lots of character The eggs - I’m local to Macs and will now, no longer buy any other eggs It was very cool in the hot weather - the Retreat is...” - Kelly United Kingdom“Lots of thought has gone into this beautiful retreat. The small things like; a pack of marshmallows and sticks for the fire pit, 6 very yummy eggs from the chickens on the farm, blankets for the fire pit, food to feed the Carp, games and cards to...”
- Symon United Kingdom“The location is stunning, private and made us smile from arrival til we checked out.”
- Reece United Kingdom“Really cute little stay, so cosy and was great to go back to basics! Loved having a fire each night, filling up on marshmallows. Fish are very active and was fun to watch them. Good amenities, clean and comfy bed!”
- Will United Kingdom“Lovely location, great to go to sleep and wake up at the water's edge, with friendly carp greeting us whenever we went on the decking. Nice covered gas barbeque (with a ring for a pan too). We cooked for ourselves both nights despite the weather...”
- Sally United Kingdom“Peaceful beautiful spot next to a small lake Lovely outdoor decked area with fire pit & barbecue/cooling facilities Cozy well designed cabin with complete privacy & outside shower with a view”
- Jenna United Kingdom“It was absolutely beautiful 😍 so peaceful and relaxing. Clean and cosy. We took walks to see the chickens which was amazing. Had a bite to eat at the nest box and listen to some live music. The whole experience was the best I've ever had....”
- Alexandra United Kingdom“Great location. On a big farm, and campsite, however feels secluded.”
- James United Kingdom“Superb location. Excellent accomodation. Incredibly comfy bed”
- Emily
Venezuela“The retreat was absolutely incredible. The photos do not do this place justice! The views, the cabin, outdoor shower and decking area by the pond were beautiful and so cosy. We had no idea we were staying on a full working farm with events on all...”
Hosted by Susannah Macmillan
8.9
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Susannah Macmillan
The Boathouse is a very cute cabin on the side of the beautiful pond in our family run organic egg farm and summer campsite.
It is totally private with its own car park and entrance, and is an adult only cabin. It is a beautiful space to to just relax and unwind and watch the fish swim past, and watch the birds. During the summer there is food drink and events on the farm to enjoy, we are a short walk away from the beautiful village of Ditchling and only 10 minutes to Brighton on the train from Hassocks station, or 45 minutes into London Victoria. Enjoy all the South Downs National Park has to offer and take a walk to the top of the Beacon for the best views of Sussex.
Hello my name is Susannah, I run our family farm with my husband Danny and our family also live on the farm. During the summer we run a busy campsite and we have also have events on the farm too.
This is a working farm so you can meet the chickens and buy fresh organic free range eggs from our egg shack.
The Retreat is in the beautiful village of Ditchling, there are two lovely pubs and two great coffee/tea shops. There are stunning walks up to the Beacon for views across Sussex and great vineyards to visit as well of lots of pub walks to neighbouring villages. Brighton is only 10 mins on the train or London 45 mins on the train.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
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.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
