“Our family have owned this land since the 1940s. Our grandparents used to run a plant nursery here, then our father ran a garden centre and wholesale conifer nursery. My sister and I now run a vineyard (The Secret Vineyard) and a wellness business (Wellness in the Wild) here. The OOD house is located next to the lake that our father dug out to irrigate the plants, and it is was the first OOD House to be built in the UK.” Owners Helen & Vicky
They love
“The fact that it’s all glass makes it really special; you feel like you’re floating above the lake.”
They love
An every-changing panoramic view, from the comfort of bed!
You may not love
Adults only. No WiFi and intermittent 5G. Although the cabin is immaculate, the wider setting is rural, with ponies, sheep and alpacas. Occasional traffic noise. Sorry, no pets.
Sustainability.
Local wood supplies for the hot tub and refillable toiletries.
Surrounds.
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Lime Cross Nursery -
Herstmonceux Castle
- Wander the grounds and family pinetum – ancient woodland walks and a towering conifer collection.
- Book a massage on your decking, or a private yoga lesson.
- Book a private session of the on-site communal Finnish sauna, located on the banks of the lake and includes a cold plunge bath, or cold plunging in the lake.
- There’s a lovely local pub for a drink, a fancy French restaurant for special-occasion dining (The Sundial) or stroll to Henners Vineyard for a wine tasting.
- Explore Herstmonceux Castle, with its grand turrets, ancient moat and and formal gardens.
- Pevensey Bay is 15 mins’ drive away – a shingly stretch of coast with big skies and fishing boats. It’s also right by the Pevensey Levels, a patchwork of marshland that’s a haven for wild and birdlife.
- Day trip to Birling Gap + the Seven Sisters (35 mins’ drive): sweeping chalk cliffs, wild coastal paths, unspoilt views and the kind of salty air that instantly make life 20% better.
Details.
- Cabin for 2 by a lake on a vineyard; adults only
- Open-plan layout with air con and heating
- Kingsize bed
- Rain shower wet room; toiletries and bathrobes provided
- Kitchenette with fridge/freezer, plug-in hob, kettle, toaster & Nespresso
- Living area with chess, jigsaws, binoculars and books
- No WiFi; intermittent 5G
- Basics provided
- Electric black-out blinds
- Swimming towels, SUP and 2 x yoga mats
- Sorry, no pets
- Outdoor area with hot tub, firepit, Weber BBQ, table & chairs
- On-site sauna; book a 1 hour private slot for a discounted rate of £30
- On-site parking
- Walk/drive to local shops, a restaurant and a pub (1 mile)
- Booking conditions: 2-night min stay, check in any day
- Remember to pack: wellies/walking shoes; a torch in winter
Simple
30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £40 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
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FAQs.
In 3pm / out 11am
Yes, and it’s lit for your arrival!
Directly with the local therapist. Details will be sent to you once you have booked a stay.
£60 for 1-2 people. It takes place in the on-site geo dome, or on your decking if you prefer.
A kettle, toaster, plug-in hob and Nespresso. There’s no oven or dishwasher but you’ll find all the pots and pans and equipment to cook on the hob, plus there’s a BBQ.
Unfortunately not yet, because the vineyard is newly planted so there is only a small range of wines. But Henners vineyard is close by and offers tastings.
Unfortunately not as turnaround costs are so high it’s just not financially viable for the owners.
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