Our Guestbook
Stables
May 2021
This is our second visit to this cottage & we can only echo what we wrote in September 2019! The cottage is just as super as we remembered it - with the same level of comfort & thoughtful detail as before. This time we were unexpectedly lucky for weather for the first 3 days so were able to explore Great Dixter Gardens & the Battlefield & Abbey ruins in the sun. Many thanks for another very enjoyable break. Hope to return for a third visit soon.
Stables
May 2021
Had a lovely time despite the unseasonably cold weather. The stables are very well placed for exploring the area and we enjoyed mooching around Rye, Hastings & Dungeness. The accommodation was lovely, attractive, warm & very welcoming & comfortable. We really appreciated all the attention to detail & thoughtful touches from the welcome hamper, generous log store, luggage trolleys & more. Thanks again - this was our first post lockdown break!
Stables
April 2021
Another wonderful stay at the stables. Always very relaxed. Ralphie (dog) feels very happy in his favourite holiday home. Great visits to Hastings Folkestone, St Leonards on Sea and a great meal at the Queens Head. We will visit again next year.
Stables
April 2021
What a beautiful setting. Wonderful views and walks, accommodation perfect. Thanks to all for providing this wonderful escape to the country
Stables
April 2021
We have had another wonderful stay at the Stables, this being our fifth time of coming here. It was just what we needed after a year of lockdowns! The stables are always so clean, comfy and decoration and attention to detail is always outstanding. We are planning to return next year, but in the meantime I am looking forward to my stay in Jessie in October. The only way I can sum up Castlemans Stables is "simply magical". Thanks again Sue & Stephen
Jessie
November 2020
Thank you for a lovely experience!
Sawmill
October 2020
This is our 5th year here and its as beautiful as always. The cottage is stunning, in a beautiful location and close to the town. Our 12 year old labrador enjoys her walks on the common too. Due to the lockdown we had to leave early but have already arranged to come back h=next year (can't wait)
Sawmill
October 2020
We have stayed in many cottages in the UK throughout the years. This one has been the most comfortable. Thank you very much!
Sawmill
October 2020
We love the place. Every time we come it becomes more and more special for us! We'll be back and hope to fine our own place nearby!
Stables
October 2020
Stables were impeccable when we arrived. So lovely to be back again (5th or 6th time). Can't wait to book again. Added delight were the Oxford Sandy & Blacks in the field plus the arrival of 15 piglets at the weekend. Castlemans is so well though out with plenty of electric sockets in the right places. Sad to leave. Hope you continue to have loads of bookings and see you next year. Wishing you all well & stay safe!
Jessie
October 2020
Thank you for another lovely weekend staying in Jessie. Again it was lovely, clean and welcoming on our arrival. This time I bought my partner for his birthday. He loved it just as much as me and already wants to come back. Back to Bognor we go! Thanks again
Stables
October 2020
We have enjoyed our week here. It is a very comfortable & cosy cottage & very well equipped, very clean. We have visited several National Trust Properties & coastal towns in the area which is new to us
Jessie
September 2020
We had a lovely stay at Jessie! Very peaceful and relaxing with beautiful surroundings. The hut is clean and comfortable and we would definitely come back!
Stables
September 2020
Thank you for another wonderful stay in your beautiful cottage. This is our fourth time here and we have already booked to come back in April 2021! The pub is very friendly and the food is delicious. We love the pillows and are now going to go home and order some!! Thanks Stephen & Sue - keep safe and well and we shall see you in April!
Jessie
May 2021
Such a wonderful stay in 'Jessie'. Sparkling clean & you have honestly thought of everything! We loved the views of the open countryside from bed in the morning. We visited Bodiam Castle, Great Dixter & Chapel Down Vineyard for a tasty lunch & fizz! What a beautiful part of the country, we hope to be back!
Stables
April 2021
A year late because of "lockdown" but we have finally made it! We have very much enjoyed explorig the area, have been very fortunate with the weather, and have very much appreciated this comfortable well equipped "pad" Thank you.
Stables
April 2021
Superb location - everything you need in cottage & great local walks. Lovely local pub and a shop that is well stocked. Overall could not be bettered. Thank you
Jessie
April 2021
Thank you so much, we have had such a wonderful time here in this beautiful 'pad' in such gorgeous setting. Had lovely meals at the Queen's Head and really enjoyed tasting some wine at the vineyard
Stables
December 2020
We had a wonderful pre-Christmas break with our elderly lab Flo. Sue made everything so easy, personal and perfect. I don't like the word perfect for Christmas, weddings etc - but Stables West gave us a perfect holiday hide-away. Thank you Sue! The attention to detail, comfort and calmness allowed us to relax and feel at home while we discovered this new area for both of us. The highlights were Camber Sands, Pett Level (inc the tiny church where I stocked up on fantastic paperbacks) sea-front walks at Bexhill & Hastings (blowy & atmospheric) and a lovely afternoon at Sedlescombe vineyard - tour, tasting & tea! Perfect!
Jessie
October 2020
Thanks Sue for an amazing stay! Jessie was perfect for a little getaway during these tough times. Jessie is warm and so cosy with amazing surroundings, so peaceful and quiet, feels like we're in the middle of nowhere. We had everything we needed and are amazed at what you've done with the space. Our puppy Spike loved it too and all the new smells to explore! We'd definitely recommend visiting Bedgebury Pinetum. Only 20 mins away, beautiful walks & amazing views. Thanks again
Jessie
October 2020
Despite the sudden gales we have absolutely loved our stay in "Jessie". Clean, comfy, warm and snug:) Lovely surroundings and private space. Will be highly recommending to friends and family and will definitely be returning next year. Loved it, thank you.
Stables
October 2020
Great location for visiting National Trust properties, also went to Rye & Hastings. Had a great week
Stables
October 2020
Lovely cottage in a great location. Good facilities but would have preferred a fixed second shower head. Lovely time
Stables
October 2020
We have had a lovely few days break, the cottage is beautiful & had everything we needed. Our 10 months old thoroughly enjoyed her first stay away from home & loved waving to the sheep! Thank you for making our stay comfortable and welcoming - we hope to come back one day!
Stables
October 2020
Lovely clean and comfortable in a peaceful setting. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend to friends
Sawmill
October 2020
Perfect cottage, perfect location. Reminded us of the movies 'The Holiday' and 'Love Actually' I even brought my own Carl along
Stables
September 2020
Fabulous week, the weather was amazing which always helps! We had lovely meals at the pub, Queens Head down the road. Visited Rye - beautiful, Dungeness - interesting, Hastings Old Town - lovely! Walking routes are great. Carr Taylor & Sedlescombe organic vineyards both interesting in their own ways. Battle is a lovely town also. The accommodation is fabulous, first class, everything you'd ever need. Dog biscuits greatly appreciated. We had them for breakfast, lunch and dinner!!
Jessie
May 2021
Thank you for a great couple of days. Jessie is lovely & so comfortable. Location is superb, so quiet & peaceful, a real oasis. Thank you also for providing the essentials for breakfast, delicious - always tastes better away from home! Loved the log burner - when we managed to get it going - our challenge not yours - but was better than vegging in front of a telly!!! Hope we can visit again soon
Jessie
April 2021
We have had a wonderful stay and will tell all our friends about it. We enjoyed it so much, we want one in our garden (never going to happen). You have done a great job inside and out and it was a great location for us to visit Hastings and Rye. Our dog loved it here and made friends with the ponies in the field behind the hut. Thanks for everything and we may see you again.
Stables
April 2021
Sad to be leaving this magnificent place, its been perfect. Def will be returning. Thank you for everything.
Stables
April 2021
An excellent centre for local walks. We were lucky to have perfect spring weather to explore the woodlands around but noted in wet weather they would be very muddy. We appreciated the welcome basket on arrival and the cleanliness of everywhere in the cottage. Thank you.
Jessie
December 2020
Our second visit to Jessie which was equally as perfect as the 1st time. Everything is sparkling clean and cosy as ever. We loved listening tothe Christmas songs on the radio with the fire burning and the dogs loved the new dog bed. Thank you again. We are looking forward to our next visit already!
Stables
October 2020
A very enjoyable stay shared with family in the second cottage. Very impressed with the cottages, the equipment and the standard of cleanliness. Thank you
Stables
October 2020
Great location for visiting National Trust properties, also went to Rye & Hastings. Had a great week.
Stables
October 2020
Lovely cottage in a great location. Good facilities but would have preferred a fixed second shower head. Lovely time
Sawmill
October 2020
Wonderfull cottage in a perfect location. Lots of lovely walks. We will return!
Sawmill
October 2020
Thank you for accommodating us at such short notice. We had to be in the area for family. Lovely clean house and good for exploring locality. Rosco enjoyed the treats
Jessie
October 2020
We very much enjoyed our time here! Jessie is lovely, if only there were more like it! We will never forget Jessie as it was our first stop on our mini-honeymoon
Stables
October 2020
Thank you Sue and team. Our 4th visit to this lovely cottage. A little later than normal due to the virus. So good to be able to relax and get a change of scenery, with walks for the dogs locally, and within a short drive. Excellent pub lunchs as always. Hope to be able to visit again next year.
Sawmill
September 2020
Sawmill Cottage is a wonderful place to spend our staycation. Perfectly located for a wander over to the Pantiles on an evening or for morning dog walks through the woods behind the cottage. We had some lovely trips out to Rye, Beachy Head and Scotney Castle. However, if you do nothing else you must have Sunday lunch at the Kentish Hare only 10 minutes away. We hope to be back! Bella says thank you very much for my treats! Much enjoyed