Curated luxury hotels in Playden

Set amid 38 acres of woodland and gardens, 3 miles away from the historic towns of Hastings and Battle in East Sussex, the hotel is an ideal base to explore 1066 country.

The house was built in 1719 and remodelled substantially in 1776 by General Sir James Murray, who served under Wolfe and was later Governor of Quebec. He named the house Beauport after his summer residence in Canada.

Set in Ashford in the Kent region, The Old Apple Shed cosy heated cottage in a meadow close to the charming village of Bethersden features a patio. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The chalet has 1 bedroom, a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the chalet. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Guests at the chalet can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Ashford International Train Station is 12 km from The Old Apple Shed cosy heated cottage in a meadow close to the charming village of Bethersden, while Leeds Castle is 26 km from the property. London City Airport is 90 km away.

Located in Battle, Crafted at Powdermills is in the historical district – a 3-minute drive from Battle Abbey and Battlefield and 11 minutes from Alexandra Park. This hotel is 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Hastings Pier and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Herstmonceux Castle.