In the Area
Tucked away in the quiet coastal village of Pett Level, this holiday home offers a relaxed base for exploring one of the most characterful stretches of the East Sussex coast. You are perfectly positioned between the buzzing seaside town of Hastings and the medieval hilltop town of Rye, with pretty Winchelsea just a few minutes along the road.
Spend the morning wandering Hastings’ Old Town, with its fishing beach, independent shops and lively pubs, then head to Rye to explore cobbled streets, historic inns and galleries. For a gentler pace, Winchelsea’s leafy avenues and open views over the surrounding countryside make it a lovely spot for an unhurried stroll.
Nature and birdwatching are on the doorstep, with Rye Harbour Nature Reserve close by, offering miles of waymarked trails through shingle, saltmarsh and lagoons. It’s an easy place to mix relaxed walks with excellent wildlife watching in every season. Wine lovers can head to Charles Palmer Vineyard, where English wines and far-reaching views make for a memorable afternoon.
Pett Level Beach itself is a quietly dramatic stretch of coastline, ideal for those who prefer space and big skies to busy promenades. At low tide, the sands reveal a coastline rich in history: the timbers of the 17th-century warship HMS Anne, dinosaur footprints, and the fossilised stumps of an ancient forest dating back to the Ice Age. It’s a rare mix of beach, history and geology that makes this a particularly special place to stay.