The Stables at Oak Tree Barn in Isfield

Set in the beautiful countryside of East Sussex, The Stables is hidden down a private lane in the quiet village of Isfield. This contemporary conversion comfortably accommodates 4-6 people on a self-catering basis and is the ideal location for exploring Sussex. You will enjoy light, spacious interiors finished to a high standard and generously equipped to ensure that you have everything you need for a relaxed and indulgent stay. We look forward to welcoming you. The Stables was converted from 3 separate buildings, now linked by a new oak-framed, light-filled dining room. This forms the main entrance and together with the large living room is located at one end of the building. The two bedrooms, on either side of the large bathroom, are at the other end next to an open study area with book shelves and a sofa bed. With the open plan kitchen, cloakroom and utility room in the centre, The Stables provides more than 100 square metres of living space. The architecture of the original building has been maintained, with floor to ceiling windows along its entire length, making the spacious interiors light and airy. The Stables has double glazing, underfloor heating and beautiful limestone flooring throughout making it warm in winter and cool in summer ensuring that you are comfortable whatever time of year you choose to visit. Living Room: a large, light airy room with wood burning stove (One basket of logs provided per booking - additional available at additional cost), TV with Freeview, DVD player and iPod docking station. Dining Room: featuring green oak beams and a high ceiling overlooking the sunny courtyard, this room is a lovely place to enjoy your meals. Kitchen: superbly equipped kitchen with high quality appliances, granite work surfaces, single electric fan oven, ceramic hob, microwave, built-in fridge and dishwasher. Cloak Cupboard: a slate floor makes this a practical space to store your coats, shoes, walking boots and wellies. Utility Room: well equipped with sink, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer, and ample space to dry jackets and coats after a walk in the country! Cloakroom: with small handbasin, urinal and lavatory Study/library: open plan area with books and a double sofa bed. Bedroom 1: comfortably furnished with king size bed and memory foam mattress. Bedroom 2: double bed with memory foam mattress and hand painted furniture. Bathroom: generously sized bathroom with bath, shower, basin and bidet. Outside: you can enjoy your own private walled courtyard, or relax with a drink surrounded by flowers in the main courtyard shared with the barn. Garden furniture with parasol and barbecue provided. Linen: crisp cotton bed linen and soft white towels are provided for your stay. The Stables shares its footprint with Oak Tree Barn, both of which originally formed part of a farmstead dating back to 1850. They sit opposite each other around a shared, sunny, walled courtyard. The Stables has a private access and also enjoys its own shadier courtyard. Guests are free to wander around our gardens and paddocks and enjoy watching the sunset through our 200 year old oak trees. We live in the barn across the courtyard with our family, dogs and cat, and whilst we always respect your privacy to enjoy The Stables without being disturbed, we are available to provide advice on the local area, recommend places to eat, or places to visit. Any questions just text and we will try our best to help. Isfield village There is a local farm shop open 6 days a week (5 minutes walk) and The Laughing Fish, a CAMRA award winning local pub next to The Lavender Line steam railway (10 minutes walk). Walking and Cycling Local footpaths start right outside the door and lead you through beautiful countryside to the rivers Ouse and Uck. The South Downs, Britain's newest National Park is just on the doorstep and features a truly varied set of landscapes from wild coastal areas such as Birling Gap and Seven Sisters, to the Dyke Valley and Ditchling Beacon further inland. The South Downs Way provides endlessly varied rides and walks and can be accessed at various points all close by. Just 15 minutes drive away, you will find the Ashdown Forest with spectacular views over the heart of the High Weald and a huge variety of wildlife enjoying its 6,500 acre rare habitat. Historic Towns, Houses and Gardens Nestling in the South Downs National Park and just 10 minutes drive away, you will find the county town of Lewes, presided over by its Norman Keep, its streets and buildings echoing 1,000 years of history. Here, you can wander through an eclectic mix of antique shops, independent stores and lively markets - it even has its own currency! The local Harveys Brewery is a landmark in the heart of the town. In November, Lewes lights up with the country's largest and most spectacular Bonfire Night celebrations. Brighton (20 mins drive), with its famous Regency Pavilion and traditional pier, offers a cosmopolitan range of shops in the Lanes as well as a wide variety of lively evening entertainment with restaurants, theatres and concert venues. Both the elegant Georgian spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells and the sunny seaside resort of Eastbourne are just 30 minutes drive away. Many famous gardens are all within half an hour's drive - Sheffield Park, Borde Hill, Wakehurst Place and Groombridge Estate. And further afield - Great Dixter, Sissinghurst, and Nymans. You'll also find many historic houses close by - Charleston Farmhouse home to Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant and Monk's House, home to Virginia Woolf. Rudyard Kipling's home, Bateman's, as well as Bodiam Castle, Hever Castle and Standen are all worth a visit. Other Activities For opera lovers, Glyndebourne is just 6 miles from Isfield in the village of Glynde which also hosts the outstanding annual Jazz festival, Love Supreme. Golf enthusiasts have the choice of two championship golf courses, just 5 minutes away - the largest being the East Sussex National. Or you could learn to paraglide at Fly Sussex, the UK's largest award winning paragliding school, just outside Lewes. Nearby towns of Lewes (5 miles) and Uckfield (4 miles) have good rail connections to London and the south east. A local bus service passes through the village (bus stop 10 minutes walk) with a regular timetable to Brighton and Tunbridge Wells. The Stables has Fibre broadband and WiFi.