STEP OUTSIDE

If you have multi-generational family requirements, or you want to extend your income generating opportunities beyond the campsite, the detached self-contained annex could be ideal. The front door opens directly into a dual aspect living area and there is also a kitchen/diner with a stable door to the garden and fitted units housing built in appliances as well as stairs to the first floor and a lobby with steps leading down to the bathroom. On the first floor you will find a double bedroom with delightful views and a study. Additional family accommodation or income-generating opportunities could be provided by the room and bathroom above the triple garage – subject to planning consent

 

Further outbuildings include the stables that have been converted into the reception area that provides firepit hire and the offices, a shower and toilet block for the campers and, off the main hard standing frontage, there are separate drives leading to the campsite and to the 80ft by 70ft main barn that makes an excellent storage facility, although it could have the potential to be converted, subject to the necessary planning permissions. For those guests who want something more luxurious than a tent there are the two delightful detached log cabins that each have a good sized living room/kitchen, two bedrooms and a modern bathroom and have permission for all year round holiday rentals or a 12 month rental.

 

WHAT THE OWNER SAYS

I was delighted to have the opportunity to completely renovate and refurbish the property so it is just ready for new owners to walk straight into without having to do anything. The location is wonderful as it is great for hiking and there is fishing available nearby as well as two pubs that both serve excellent food and a teashop in the village if you want to enjoy time out. Pett also has a village hall with a variety of activities, a sports pavilion and facilities for cricket, tennis and bowls while it is not far to the beach. Nearby towns include the medieval Winchelsea and Rye plus the seaside town of Hastings and St Leonards. The nearest station is Winchelsea with trains to St Pancras in an hour and 11 minutes and good primary schools in nearby Guestling and Icklesham and the secondary Rye College. There are a number of private schools in the area including Vinehall, St Ronans and Malborough House prep schools as well as Claremont and Battle Abbey which caters for children up to age 18.

Winchelsea purports to be the smallest town in England and is certainly picturesque with its three medieval gates, characterful houses, a shop, school, museum and famous vaults from its days as a centre for the medieval wine trade. While the nearby and equally picturesque historic medieval Cinque Port town of Rye, with its half-timbered houses and cobbled lanes, was known as ‘the prettiest town in England.’ It was once one of England’s most important ports as it was originally surrounded by sea before the area was drained and became Romney Marsh. This medieval fortified town is where the River Rother and River Brede meet and creates a harbour for fishing boats while Ypres Tower with its museum still looks out towards the sea. This vibrant market town is now home to a myriad of smart restaurants, pubs, independent shops and historic buildings as well as a Grade II Listed station. For sporting enthusiasts Rye has a variety of clubs including cricket, tennis, squash, football, rugby and bowls as well as a sports centre and the exclusive Rye Golf Club.

Hastings is also a Cinque port and has its origins in the 8th century and gave its name to the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066. Today it is a rejuvenated seaside town with a growing artist influence including a number of art galleries and museums as well as retail parks, shopping malls and supermarkets together with quirky individual shops in the Old Town and a wide variety of bars and restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. There is the newly restored Hastings pier as well as the historic castle and the steep cliff railway, two theatres and cinemas, a university and a variety of schools and colleges as well as four railway stations. Sports available include the Summerfields Leisure Centre with is swimming pool and climbing wall, football and rugby clubs as well as yachting and angling clubs.

Oak Valley Campsite is beautifully situated for access to a wide variety of places to visit including the Hastings Nature Reserve covering 853 acres of woodlands, pasture, clifftop grassland and dramatic cliffs and coastline. There is the Aquarium and Adventure golf as well as a trip on the miniature railway in Hastings and Camber Sands offers large sandy beaches and kite flying, impressive indoor swimming pools and an activity centre while a guided walk around Rye provides a fascinating insight into the origins of this area. If you want to go slightly further afield there is Pevensey Bay where William the Conqueror landed or Battle Abbey where the famous battle actually took place but for something a little more cultural there is always the iconic Art Deco De La  Warr pavilion in Bexhill with its myriad of theatrical shows, art gallery and art based activities.

Last Modified 04/09/2024