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Roy G.
23 Oct 2021
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Roy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Fireplace
- Living area
- Non-smoking
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex
Old Town Bolthole is the perfect romantic retreat in Hastings Old Town, East Sussex.
Dating back to the 1400's it has bags of character, with exposed beams, quirky staircase and an electric woodburner, it truly is a bolthole for that weekend getaway.
A central location makes it a great base for exploring Hastings with everything on your doorstep. An easy stroll to the sea and Hastings Country Park. Planning to eat out you will be spoilt for choice, great cafes and pubs only minutes away.
You will find the cottage along a private twitten. Climb the stairs to the front door and you enter into the small but perfectly formed kitchen. You have a two ring electric hob, a combination microwave/oven, fridge with freezer compartment, toaster and kettle.
The lounge has an electric wood-burner for those cosy Autumn & Winter evenings, two comfy armchairs and a dining table and chairs in front of the window for meal times. From the kitchen, stairs lead up to the modern shower room and the double bedroom.
The cottage is charming and finished to a high standard with good quality bed linen, fine towels and a small welcome pack consisting of milk, tea, coffee, packet of biscuits from the local deli ' Penbuckles' and a bottle of fruit juice.
Due to its age it might not be suitable for those who are less mobile.
When staying at Old Town Bolthole it is not necessary to have a car, as everything is within easy walking of the cottage including the railway station.
Dating back to the 1400's it has bags of character, with exposed beams, quirky staircase and an electric woodburner, it truly is a bolthole for that weekend getaway.
A central location makes it a great base for exploring Hastings with everything on your doorstep. An easy stroll to the sea and Hastings Country Park. Planning to eat out you will be spoilt for choice, great cafes and pubs only minutes away.
You will find the cottage along a private twitten. Climb the stairs to the front door and you enter into the small but perfectly formed kitchen. You have a two ring electric hob, a combination microwave/oven, fridge with freezer compartment, toaster and kettle.
The lounge has an electric wood-burner for those cosy Autumn & Winter evenings, two comfy armchairs and a dining table and chairs in front of the window for meal times. From the kitchen, stairs lead up to the modern shower room and the double bedroom.
The cottage is charming and finished to a high standard with good quality bed linen, fine towels and a small welcome pack consisting of milk, tea, coffee, packet of biscuits from the local deli ' Penbuckles' and a bottle of fruit juice.
Due to its age it might not be suitable for those who are less mobile.
When staying at Old Town Bolthole it is not necessary to have a car, as everything is within easy walking of the cottage including the railway station.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No Vaping
Important information
You need to know
Property # 10283226
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Hastings
Located in Hastings, this cottage is near the beach. Camber Sands and Hastings Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Stables Theatre and East Hill Lift. Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre and Blue Reef Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Hastings, England
What's nearby
- Smugglers Adventure - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Hastings Country Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- East Hill Lift - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Hastings Castle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- White Rock Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
- Ore Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
- The Jolly Fisherman - 5 min walk
- The Crown - 4 min walk
- The London Trader - 5 min walk
- First in Last Out - 1 min walk
- Jenny Lind - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Old Town Bolthole a romantic retreat for two, Hastings, East Sussex located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Electric Palace and Stables Theatre. Old Town Hall Museum and Smugglers Adventure are also within 5 minutes. Ore Station is 18 minutes by foot and Hastings Station is 18 minutes.
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
7.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2021
Sorry to see that you scored the cottage as low as two stars. We do state very clearly that the cottage is small and our photos clearly show that and the price reflects the size of the accommodation. We are always happy to answer questions before booking, maybe that is something you should do next time. We have many guests who enjoy the cottage and love its quirky size.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara H.
24 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bolt hole in Old Town Hastings
Great location, perfect for two. Everything you need. Walking distance to great pubs and restaurants and so many quirky shops. Would definitely recommend (and have done) to friends and family.
Barbara H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Old Town Bolthole. Thank you so much for your positivity and love that you are recommending us to friends. We cannot wait to welcome you back in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Derek O.
8 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Old Town break
Very noisy. Also work going on on adjacent property which we should have been warned about.
Derek O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
As we clearly state the property is on the High Street we expect guests to realise there may be a little noise at different times of the day. We were unaware of the work going on, so apologies.
We are glad despite this you still awarded your stay 4 stars.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liz G.
25 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bolthole is a delightful place - well decorated and furnished. Everything you need is there.
Warm, cosy, quiet ins[tie of being on the high street. Lovely place to be in.
Liz G.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2020
Thank you Liz for your review. We are so glad you enjoyed the little cottage and had everything you needed. We hope you enjoyed the walks you had planned during your stay.
About the host
Hosted by Rye and Beyond Holiday Cottages
I have lived locally for over twenty years so there isn't much I don't know about the area and what's going on.
Feel free to test me ;)
Feel free to test me ;)
Why they chose this property
No need to bring a car, central location means you have everything on your doorstep.
A characterful cottage in a pretty location.
Perfect romantic bolthole for a weekend getaway.
A characterful cottage in a pretty location.
Perfect romantic bolthole for a weekend getaway.
What makes this property unique
Only room for two, no sharing required.
Only 1.5 hours from London by train.
Listed cottage, exposed beams and lots of quirks.
Central location
Only minutes from the beach.
Only 1.5 hours from London by train.
Listed cottage, exposed beams and lots of quirks.
Central location
Only minutes from the beach.
Languages:
English
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