Down Studio

This studio suits me very well for family and business. I know the area very well and it’s an excellent centre for the Kent/East Sussex border area with great countryside and several National Trust locations. Accessible for London and the Channel coast.

Published on: 2019-11-14

Good for a few days. Position good for visiting interesting sites. However the steps in to the studio are not for those with any type of mobility problem. The owners were most welcoming.

Published on: 2019-08-13

This compact studio is a very pleasant base for touring a lovely area of the country. Everything we needed was on hand and we were very comfortable and relaxed. Our host could not have been more welcoming and kind. Both pubs in the village offered good menus and were a pleasant evening out. A disadvantage is that, even though the house is on a side road, the busy A267 runs quite close and can be a bit noisy. However, this does not disturb at night as the bedroom is out of earshot. Also the step up to the studio, while fine for most people, is a little awkward for anyone with mobility issues.

Published on: 2019-07-11

This was difficult to answer with a clear 'yes' 'no'. The property description did describe it as suitable for short stays/ a working client etc. This is correct. The property worked for us mostly but I would want to draw attention to several issues before recommending. The parking is right outside the door which is convenient BUT within only a few yards from the main Eastbourne road. This is VERY busy and noisy. Impossible to have door or window open. The access is tricky and unsuitable for anyone less able, steps, small walls etc. There is absolutely NO outside space at all. The accommodation inside was comfortable but not very clean eg at floor/skirting board level. Window frames very dirty also. The bed was good and clean but no full mattress cover and no pillow protectors. The bedroom is also without any windows or any means of escape in case of emergency. The shower was excellent. Adequate table crockery but some chipped and no dishes for cooking by oven or microwave. The freezer compartment in the fridge was frozen shut. The markers on the hob buttons were worn away so took some time to work out how to work it. The oven was good. The host was lovely and provided wine, milk and fresh eggs. He was available during our stay. I was disappointed that we could not walk into the village. As I said, we made it work for us because that's what we do but I do think the host needs to brush up on the cleanliness and the accessories.

Published on: 2019-07-18

Loved every minute from the welcome from Tom, plus cake and alcohol, to the moment we left. The studio was perfect for our Christmas break and away from hustle and bustle yet close enough to the pubs in Frant and shops in Tunbridge Wells. Throughout the week, the owner was around and was delightful, and even supplied us with fresh eggs from his chickens. We had the perfect break, and thank you Tom all your help and wonderful accommodation.

Published on: 2019-01-09

Published on: 2019-07-17