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Fortress House

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East Sussex » Eastbourne, Sussex
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub

Welcome to Fortress House, a stunning Georgian cottage in Eastbourne, Sussex.This elegant property, once the home of the Chief Naval Officer of the Redoubt Fortress, offers a perfect seaside escape.Sleeping up to four guests, it features two beautifully appointed bedrooms and a cosy lounge with a wood burner.

The cottage boasts a secluded patio garden complete with a hot tub, charcoal BBQ, and patio seating, ideal for al fresco dining.The kitchen/diner is well-equipped with modern amenities, ensuring you can prepare delicious meals with ease.

On the first floor, the master bedroom offers a super-king-size zip-and-link bed with sea views, while the second bedroom is a charming double.

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About Fortress House

Welcome to Fortress House, a stunning Georgian cottage in Eastbourne, Sussex. This elegant property, once the home of the Chief Naval Officer of the Redoubt Fortress, offers a perfect seaside escape.

Sleeping up to four guests, it features two beautifully appointed bedrooms and a cosy lounge with a wood burner.

The cottage boasts a secluded patio garden complete with a hot tub, charcoal BBQ, and patio seating, ideal for al fresco dining. The kitchen/diner is well-equipped with modern amenities, ensuring you can prepare delicious meals with ease.

On the first floor, the master bedroom offers a super-king-size zip-and-link bed with sea views, while the second bedroom is a charming double.

The bathroom features a shower-over-bath setup, providing all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay.

Fortress House is conveniently located just 0.2 miles from the seafront, beach, and Redoubt Fortress. Explore Eastbourne's attractions, including the Victorian pier (0.5 miles), Princes Park (1 mile), and the South Downs (2 miles).

For a day trip, Brighton, Bexhill, and Hastings are all within 20 miles.

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Attractions Near Fortress House

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Fortress House itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what East Sussex has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Spring Bank Park Farm - S21 5RH
about 14 Miles
This lovely farm is located in South Downs National Park - a stunning setting for a family fun day out in Sussex. The farm shop has recently opened and is a real delight to visit.  Of course the main attractions are the farm animals which include goats, shetland ponies and chipmunks.  The regular meet the animal sessions are very popular too.  Look out for special events throughout the year including Easter Fun, Halloween and Christmas activities.
Bodiam Castle - TN32 5UA
about 19 Miles
Bodiam Castle (National Trust) was built in 1385 and much of the exterior of the castle is still in tact although most of the interior was destroyed during the Civil War. The castle and grounds are a popular attraction in Sussex and have a children's activity area and a year round events programme including Bonfire night firework displays and Halloween spooky pumpkin parades. On selected date's visitor's cam meet real castle characters and get an insight into castle life.
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest - TN17 2SJ
about 22 Miles
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is another very popular attraction and is great for families as there is loads of open space for children to run around. Bedgebury is home to the beautiful National Pinetum and a further 2000 acres of forest as well as an excellent adventure play trail. Families can explore the site via the miles cycling routes and for the more experienced rider there are also 12 km of mountain biking tracks. The specially designed play area features a butterfly climbing wall, a spider's web, a ship wreck and tree stump nest tunnels. Other activities include Go Ape aerial ropes and a brand new zip wire course.