Why stay in the High Weald

The High Weald is one of the best preserved medieval landscapes in northern Europe, a National Landscape of rolling hills, ancient woodland, sunken lanes and scattered farmsteads that has barely changed in seven hundred years. It covers much of rural East Sussex, and Burwash Weald sits right in the heart of it. This is countryside made for slow mornings and long walks, with footpaths threading between hedgerows, oast houses and villages of weatherboard and tile.

 

There is a reason people choose a countryside cottage here over a hotel or a busy seaside town. A cottage gives you space and privacy, a kitchen of your own, and the freedom to come and go as you please. You can walk from the door rather than drive to a start point, eat breakfast in the garden, and let the dog stretch out in front of you in the evening. It is a slower, more restful way to take a break, and the High Weald rewards it.

Judins Cottage is a two bedroom cottage in Burwash Weald with over 220 five star reviews, set on a small holding with far reaching views. There is a large secure garden, free Wi-Fi throughout, electric vehicle charging, and dogs are very welcome. It is the kind of place where the countryside starts at the gate.

 

From the cottage you can walk across the fields to Bateman's, Rudyard Kipling's home, and within an easy drive you will find the gardens at Great Dixter, local vineyards, the taproom at Lakedown Brewing Co. and the historic towns of Battle and Rye. The coast is close enough for a day on the beach, yet far enough that the evenings stay quiet.

 

The High Weald has something to offer in every season: hedgerows in blossom and long light evenings in spring and summer, woodland colour and misty mornings in autumn, and crisp winter walks finishing in the glow and warmth of the wood burner. If you would like to see it for yourself, you can check availability and book directly with us at judinscottage.com.

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​If you'd like to experience the High Weald for yourself, our Three-Day High Weald Castle Itinerary is a relaxed way to explore some of the area's finest historic places while staying at Judins Cottage.

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