About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Pooks Rest in Hurst Green offers farm stay accommodation with comfortable rooms. Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, a garden, and a terrace. Modern Amenities: Each room features a private bathroom, kitchenette, balcony, and dining area. Additional amenities include a barbecue, tea and coffee maker, coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave, and free toiletries. Convenient Location: Located 55 km from London Gatwick Airport, Pooks Rest is near attractions such as Leeds Castle (32 km), Hever Castle (37 km), and Glyndebourne Opera House (39 km). Highly rated for its nature trip convenience and friendly host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Paula
United Kingdom“Quaint and cosy, lovely views ,ideal as a get away to relax in. As a woman on my own it felt safe and secure,and the host Wendy was available if needed. Nice decking area to sit on and watch the wildlife.”
Seona
United Kingdom“Loved how peaceful and pretty it was both the view and the shepherds hut.”
Chris
United Kingdom“This was my 3rd stay this year! Love staying at Pooks Rest. Made to feel at home, fabulous view and decking area from which to enjoy it. The Shepherds hut is always immaculate. Great place to disconnect then sit and relax of an evening. Plenty to...”
Ciara
United Kingdom“It’s a cute little cottage in the countryside and well equipped with all the essentials. The hosts went out of their way to make the stay comfortable with a fire pit and marshmallows to toast. The setting was very relaxing and just what we were...”
Barbara
United Kingdom“Very pretty and peaceful location but convenient for travel routes. Nice to be on a farm with sheep and field views (even a vineyard). Bed was very comfortable and a great size. Lovely shower. The patio was superb and we loved the fire pit for a...”
Amanda
United Kingdom“All was exactly as described. The Shepherd’s Hut had everything needed. The decking & view were amazing on a warm Summer’s evening.”
Serena
United Kingdom“What a wonderful location and exceptional hosts! The bed was comfortable and it was a bonus having a shepherds hut with a bathroom. I travelled alone and felt completely safe with a beautiful view of sheep, birds and fields. Wendy and Graham...”
Fred
United Kingdom“The Shepherds hut was very clean, it was spotless which was a huge plus.
The attention to detail inside was great and made all the difference to our stay and Wendy was such a nice host. Thank you!”
Heidi
United Kingdom“Immaculate shepherds hut with everything you could need. Lovely view too. Wendy was very welcoming and helpful, gave us a good recommendation for where to eat. Fab stay, will be back!”
Buchanan
United Kingdom“It had everything we needed, very thoughtfully set up. Very clean. Loved sitting watching the sheep and sunset by the fire pit. The host Wendy and Graham were welcoming and friendly,”
Host Information
9.9
Host review score
Guests have a raised decking and seated garden area with bbq and fire pit. Great in the summer. The property also has a cosy wood burner, DAB radio and books for the winter.
A fully equipped kitchenette with microwave, electric hob, fridge, kettle, toaster and coffee machine.
Bathroom with shower, basin and toilet which is heated with an electric radiator.
A luxury shepherds hut located on a working farm in Hurst Green, East Sussex. Situated in the High Weald, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Views from the raised deck across the fields to the vineyard beyond. An ideal retreat to rest and relax.
Farm shops within walking distance, in addition to a continental restaurant and coffee shops.
London is just over an hour on the Southeastern railway line from Etchingham Train Station. Etchingham is a short 5 minute car journey to the property (local taxi service contact details provided on request).
Hastings coastline 13 miles, Battle 7 miles and historic Rye 17 miles.
Local national trust properties include Bodiam Castle 3.8 miles, Batemans 4.7 miles, Scotney Castle 5 miles and Sissinghurst Castle Gardens 7.7 miles.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 08:00 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.
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
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.
