Title: Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty Holiday home in Forest Row with kitchenette and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117465400/117465383/1f3e80b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117465400/117465383/5a8e56b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117465400/117465383/7581fe5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117465400/117465383/a2430879.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117465400/117465383/b4ca4d91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Outdoor space - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty Stay in the grounds of an ancient medieval English manor house, in a stylishly-converted recording studio, where Pink Floyd once recorded parts of their iconic album, 'Dark side of the Moon.' Daniel Day-Lewis spent much of his childhood here, when his grandfather owned Apedroc. Now a 110 acre stud farm breeding racehorses, this timelessly beautiful setting is also home to peacocks, rare-breed sheep, deer and comical goats. In spring, Apedroc's woods are awash with bluebells and in summer old English roses abound. Apedroc is set on the edge of the historic Ashdown Forest, once the home of Winnie the Pooh and his friends. Pooh Sticks Bridge is a brief step away, and there are three very traditional old English pubs within a mile. On summer Sundays there is village cricket to watch on the Croft in the quintessentially English village of Hartfield. The great houses at Hever Castle, Penshurst Place, Scotney Castle and Chartwell are close by, as are the dramatic gardens at Sheffield Park, Wakehurst Place and Gravetye Manor. The historic towns of Lewes, East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells are within easy reach, and the dramatic splendour of the South Downs, towering over the sea, are less than 30 miles away. Local vineyards, such as Rathfinny and Bluebell, are now the place to find some of England's finest wines. You could take a trip on the charmingly-preserved Bluebell steam railway or a magical night of opera at Glyndebourne is a possibility, as is a visit to Alfriston, quaint former home of Virginia Woolf. Alternatively, you can just stay here & drink champagne on the terrace, as the sun sets over the fields and the stars glisten in a peaceful country sky. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - In-room accessibility - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59060000/59056400/59056325/545c7121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy duplex Cottage on Ashdown Forest Forest Row - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £220 includes taxes & fees 25 Nov - 26 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=59056325&PinnedHotelID=59056325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76517300/76517236/91416727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bellflower Cottage - Ashdown Forest Haywards Heath - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews £921 includes taxes & fees 25 Nov - 26 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=76517236&PinnedHotelID=76517236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120650000/120641000/120640933/77f95dc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Potting Shed - a holiday let that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Hartfield - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=120640933&PinnedHotelID=120640933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36140000/36134000/36133993/4d65789b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy, Rustic 17th Century Countryside Barn. 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Code 1066. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.09401%2C0.07057&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=54laP6oFRj9qD46rZngk-kLyBac=) Upper Hartfield, Hartfield, East Sussex #### What's nearby - Forest Way Country Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Ashdown Forest - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles - Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - American Express Stadium - 40 min drive - 28.8 miles - Brighton Beach - 49 min drive - 34.1 miles #### Getting around - Cowden Station - 11 min drive - Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Three Crowns - ‬7 min drive - ‪Thai Time - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Swan - ‬5 min drive - ‪PizzaExpress - ‬11 min drive - ‪Pooh Corner - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Luxury hideaway on historic Sussex stud farm in area of outstanding beauty located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Forest Way Country Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club and Ashdown Forest. Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question