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Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 477 sq m
Popular amenities
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Alfriston, East Sussex
- Place, St Andrew Church3 min walk
- Place, Clergy House3 min walk
- Place, Drusillas Park3 min drive
- Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom #1 (sleeps 2): First floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2 (sleeps 2): First floor
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1 - first floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Garden
About this property
Bell Cottage by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
THE PROPERTY:
A pretty terraced cottage in the quintessential village of Alfriston, East Sussex. Bell Cottage is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday company. Visit us direct for more info about this home.
With a lovely mix of modern and traditional decor, Bell Cottage perfectly suits this village often voted as one of the finest in England. The sitting room is cosy with an ornamental fireplace and looks out onto the street and up to the village square. Next door is the kitchen-diner with modern kitchen and farmhouse table.
Upstairs, the light master bedroom is a spacious king-size to the front, and to the rear Bedroom Two is smaller with a double bed and desk. Also on the first floor is the family bathroom with shower over bath. Outside via the kitchen, the rear garden has a patio, lawn and flower borders. It is an enclosed, safe space for children and dogs alike. The rear gate opens to a green alley that leads right to the village square.
LOCAL AREA:
There is a wide choice of pubs, cafes and tea rooms in Alfriston with plenty of drink and meal varieties to enjoy during your stay. Alfriston Clergy House, Firle Place, Drusillas Park, Cuckmere Haven, Seven Sisters Country Park, Middle Farm and Lewes Castle are all within easy reach and well worth a visit.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
- Bell Cottage is listed here by inspirestays-com, the Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full information about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 28 nights (we cannot arrange these via this platform).
- A security deposit of GBP200 is a condition of booking, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Pets: A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed at a cost of GBP25 each per week or part week. If the charge is not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Accessibility: There are 5 steps (15cm) with handrail to the front door and a step (10cm) over the front door threshold. One step (10cm) from kitchen into the rear garden. Standard staircase (with banister and standard height risers) to the bedrooms and bathroom (with shower over bath) on the first floor. Other internal floors are even and level, with no internal steps. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen facilities: single electric fan oven, 4 plate induction hob, fridge-freezer, slimline dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetière. Washer-dryer in outhouse.
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer, 1 hairdryer provided.
- Two infants up to age 2 are welcome in addition to the total guest capacity of this property. 1 travel cot (please bring bedding) and 1 highchair are available on request.
- There may be a little road noise from the master bedroom, but the window also allows great views towards the village square.
- One free parking space is included in the nearby car park (100m/1min walk), subject to availability. Further free on-street parking is available 500m away, along with a free short-stay car park 100m away and a long-stay car park 100m away (GBP7 per day). All are subject to availability, but we would normally expect you to be able to find space in one of these locations. Information is correct as of August 2024.
- Gas Central Heating.
- Wi-Fi.
A pretty terraced cottage in the quintessential village of Alfriston, East Sussex. Bell Cottage is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday company. Visit us direct for more info about this home.
With a lovely mix of modern and traditional decor, Bell Cottage perfectly suits this village often voted as one of the finest in England. The sitting room is cosy with an ornamental fireplace and looks out onto the street and up to the village square. Next door is the kitchen-diner with modern kitchen and farmhouse table.
Upstairs, the light master bedroom is a spacious king-size to the front, and to the rear Bedroom Two is smaller with a double bed and desk. Also on the first floor is the family bathroom with shower over bath. Outside via the kitchen, the rear garden has a patio, lawn and flower borders. It is an enclosed, safe space for children and dogs alike. The rear gate opens to a green alley that leads right to the village square.
LOCAL AREA:
There is a wide choice of pubs, cafes and tea rooms in Alfriston with plenty of drink and meal varieties to enjoy during your stay. Alfriston Clergy House, Firle Place, Drusillas Park, Cuckmere Haven, Seven Sisters Country Park, Middle Farm and Lewes Castle are all within easy reach and well worth a visit.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
- Bell Cottage is listed here by inspirestays-com, the Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full information about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 28 nights (we cannot arrange these via this platform).
- A security deposit of GBP200 is a condition of booking, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Pets: A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed at a cost of GBP25 each per week or part week. If the charge is not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Accessibility: There are 5 steps (15cm) with handrail to the front door and a step (10cm) over the front door threshold. One step (10cm) from kitchen into the rear garden. Standard staircase (with banister and standard height risers) to the bedrooms and bathroom (with shower over bath) on the first floor. Other internal floors are even and level, with no internal steps. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen facilities: single electric fan oven, 4 plate induction hob, fridge-freezer, slimline dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetière. Washer-dryer in outhouse.
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer, 1 hairdryer provided.
- Two infants up to age 2 are welcome in addition to the total guest capacity of this property. 1 travel cot (please bring bedding) and 1 highchair are available on request.
- There may be a little road noise from the master bedroom, but the window also allows great views towards the village square.
- One free parking space is included in the nearby car park (100m/1min walk), subject to availability. Further free on-street parking is available 500m away, along with a free short-stay car park 100m away and a long-stay car park 100m away (GBP7 per day). All are subject to availability, but we would normally expect you to be able to find space in one of these locations. Information is correct as of August 2024.
- Gas Central Heating.
- Wi-Fi.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Alfriston
Polegate is home to this cottage. Clergy House and Long Man of Wilmington are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Drusillas Park and The English Wine Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at American Express Stadium or Arlington Stadium.

Alfriston, East Sussex
What's nearby
- St Andrew Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Clergy House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Drusillas Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- The English Wine Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Seven Sisters Country Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Long Man Inn - 3 min drive
- Cinque Ports - 7 min drive
- Lexden Fish And Chips - 5 min drive
- The Barley Mow - 4 min drive
- Cuckmere Inn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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8 September 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicola N.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicola N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
11 February 2024
Lovely short stay.
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10/10 Excellent
Eleanor B.
14 July 2024
Great for Glyndebourne
Eleanor B.
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10/10 Excellent
9 December 2023
Cosy cottage for a winter weekend
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10/10 Excellent
3 July 2023
Great house, great location
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth P.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Elizabeth P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
30 July 2024
Strongly recommended
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10/10 Excellent
Siobhan C.
3 September 2023
A charming cottage in a great location
Siobhan C.
10/10 Excellent
Anna H.
22 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Anna H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Roger H.
23 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adequate
Roger H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
renate v.
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
renate v.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
21 January 2023
The cottage was really peaceful
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10/10 Excellent
21 January 2023
It had everything we needed
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10/10 Excellent
21 January 2023
A genuinely lovely holiday cottage
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10/10 Excellent
21 January 2023
Would definitely return for a longer break
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
8 September 2025
Daniel H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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