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Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4829 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

THE PROPERTY:
A pretty terraced cottage in the quintessential village of Alfriston, East Sussex. Bell Cottage is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday company. Visit us direct for more info about this home.

With a lovely mix of modern and traditional decor, Bell Cottage perfectly suits this village often voted as one of the finest in England. The sitting room is cosy with an ornamental fireplace and looks out onto the street and up to the village square. Next door is the kitchen-diner with modern kitchen and farmhouse table.

Upstairs, the light master bedroom is a spacious king-size to the front, and to the rear Bedroom Two is smaller with a double bed and desk. Also on the first floor is the family bathroom with shower over bath. Outside via the kitchen, the rear garden has a patio, lawn and flower borders. It is an enclosed, safe space for children and dogs alike. The rear gate opens to a green alley that leads right to the village square.

LOCAL AREA:
There is a wide choice of pubs, cafes and tea rooms in Alfriston with plenty of drink and meal varieties to enjoy during your stay. Alfriston Clergy House, Firle Place, Drusillas Park, Cuckmere Haven, Seven Sisters Country Park, Middle Farm and Lewes Castle are all within easy reach and well worth a visit.

USEFUL INFORMATION:
- Bell Cottage is listed here by inspirestays-com, the Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full information about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 28 nights (we cannot arrange these via this platform).
- A security deposit of GBP200 is a condition of booking, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Pets: A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed at a cost of GBP25 each per week or part week. If the charge is not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Accessibility: There are 5 steps (15cm) with handrail to the front door and a step (10cm) over the front door threshold. One step (10cm) from kitchen into the rear garden. Standard staircase (with banister and standard height risers) to the bedrooms and bathroom (with shower over bath) on the first floor. Other internal floors are even and level, with no internal steps. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen facilities: single electric fan oven, 4 plate induction hob, fridge-freezer, slimline dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetière. Washer-dryer in outhouse.
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer, 1 hairdryer provided.
- Two infants up to age 2 are welcome in addition to the total guest capacity of this property. 1 travel cot (please bring bedding) and 1 highchair are available on request.
- There may be a little road noise from the master bedroom, but the window also allows great views towards the village square.
- One free parking space is included in the nearby car park (100m/1min walk), subject to availability. Further free on-street parking is available 500m away, along with a free short-stay car park 100m away and a long-stay car park 100m away (GBP7 per day). All are subject to availability, but we would normally expect you to be able to find space in one of these locations. Information is correct as of August 2024.
- Gas Central Heating.
- Wi-Fi.

Property manager

Inspire Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 829 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

610709

About the area

Map
Alfriston, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • Clergy House - 2 min walk
  • Drusillas Park - 1 min drive
  • Seven Sisters Country Park - 6 min drive
  • Beachy Head - 14 min drive
  • Seven Sisters - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Berwick Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lexden Fish and Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cinque Ports - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cuckmere Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moon of India - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Eight Bells - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on Feb 25, 2025 start from CA $966.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Polegate, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Clergy House and St Andrew Church. Drusillas Park and The English Wine Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lovely short stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay at Bell Cottage. Beautifully decorated, owner has been really generous in quality of furnishings and equipment provided. Recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Cosy cottage for a winter weekend
We had a lovely weekend in this beautiful cottage, right in the centre of Alfriston. Well equipped and very comfortable, and nicely decorated for Christmas too! Great instructions for where to unload and park as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Great house, great location
Very easy to book, with very responsive support throughout. We loved the property and the flexibility of booking and extending our stay. The bed was super comfortable and the shower was excellent aswell as the kitchen equipment. Thank you for everything.
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10/10 Excellent

Siobhan C.

A charming cottage in a great location
Bell cottage was a great place to stay in Alfriston, right in the centre of the village. It had a little garden at the back which was private. It was tastefully furnished and the bathroom was modern and the shower worked well. It was nice to come in and have a little welcome basket of bread, butter, coffee and some milk in the fridge. It was the perfect place for a holiday, we loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Excellent
Perfect location for our trip, revisiting the area after 25 years. Alfriston is a great base, able to buy our groceries at the local shop, have a meal out at the smugglers arms, & browse the wonderful bookshop. Parking was convenient, kitchen is well equipped, and a nice library of dvd’s for relaxing evenings st home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roger H.

Adequate
It was OK,but the property needs some maintenance. Front and back gates do not shut,very rough “patio”.glass broken in kitchen window,lots of areas ,wall skirting boards need painting.Bathroom door not closing properly,loose tiles by bath.Found tv VERY complicated. Other than that all OK. (I took photos of damage/problems on arrival.)
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Strongly recommended
We have spent a very enjoyable family holiday at the property. The location is really excellent. Beautiful beaches of East Sussex are easy to reach, and the village itself is also pretty. The house had everything we needed. The description and the photos are accurate. The agents were very helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

Great for Glyndebourne
Bell Cottage is charming! Very comfortable, beautifully decorated, well equipped and a great location for walking and for visiting Glyndebourne. Alfriston is a lovely village with a brilliant shop/deli and good pub meals.
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10/10 Excellent

The cottage was really peaceful
Lovely comfortable beds & reliable WIFI for WFH. We have dust allergies and were not affected staying here as no carpets etc. My wife has mobility issues but stairs nice & wide so no problems using them. Good pub nearby (Smugglers) with large & partially covered beer garden but the garden @the cottage was really peaceful to sit in. Alfriston is a very friendly place.
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10/10 Excellent

It had everything we needed
We really enjoyed our stay at Bell Cottage. It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was particularly suitable for our two dogs, with wooden floors throughout and a completely enclosed rear garden. The owner was very helpful and left essential provisions, which was much appreciated. We would happily recommend Bell Cottage and hope to stay there again before too long.
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10/10 Excellent

A genuinely lovely holiday cottage
A genuinely lovely holiday cottage, very comfortable, well equipped and of good quality. We enjoyed our stay here tremendously and we're grateful of being able to take our dogs too. We are highly likely to return. Easy and pleasant communications with the agent and the property owner who was lovely. Although the property has no parking there is plenty of street parking and short term car parks available. We didn't find this an issue even when unloading and loading the car. There is some noise from the road with it being the direct road through the village, only really noticeable in the morning with us having windows open as we were lucky enough to have lovely warm weather! The wine, milk, fresh bread, butter and cookies kindly provided for us on arrival were a lovely touch. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cottage, village and general location to anyone!
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10/10 Excellent

Would definitely return for a longer break
Beautiful cottage, tastefully decorated, top end bed linen, crockery and kitchen utensils. Lovely garden to sit outside, even in autumn. Highly recommend and would definitely return for a longer break and even more Sussex walking days.