Overview

Nestled among the picturesque rolling hills of the High Weald, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sunninglye awaits on the border of Kent and Sussex. For over 50 years, the Miles family has tended to the diverse farm animals guests will enjoy meeting during their stay. Five canvas hideaways are tucked away within a tranquil hilltop copse, offering shelter and providing guests with sweeping views of the surrounding fields and woodland.

Activities

Guests can enjoy leisurely strolls through the woods, where they can build camps and collect firewood for a cosy campfire experience. For a bit of adventure, spending a few hours on the pond in a boat, kayak, or coracle promises excitement and fun for all. Additionally, Sunninglye offers raft-building activities, brunch adventures, and pony pampering experiences, ensuring there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy during their stay.

Food

Each tented cottage at Sunninglye has a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy wood-burning stove, providing guests with everything they need for a comfortable stay. Additionally, each cottage features its own campfire site with an outdoor cooker, perfect for enjoying a BBQ and relaxing after a day exploring the farm’s fields and woodland. Guests can also rest assured that they won’t go hungry, as the farm boasts a well-stocked honesty shop offering both necessities and locally sourced produce, ensuring a delightful culinary experience during their stay.

Accommodation

The canvas hideaways at Sunninglye have a spacious floor area of nearly 500 square feet. Each hideaway boasts a cosy living space with a comfortable sofa and numerous nooks and crannies to explore and unwind in. On sunny days or warm mid-summer evenings, visitors can roll up the hideaways’ sides, bask in the refreshing cool breeze, and fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.

The canvas hideaways at Sunninglye offer comfortable accommodation for up to five adults and one child under 12. Each hideaway features three bedrooms with premium mattresses for an unbelievably comfortable night’s sleep. Guests will find a spacious double bed, a cosy cupboard bed, and a convenient bunk bed, providing ample space and flexibility for families or groups of guests.

At Sunninglye, the farmhouse showers are conveniently situated in shower blocks just a short walk from your canvas hideaway. Each shower is housed within its own cubicle, ensuring guests’ privacy and comfort. Most farms provide one shower cubicle per canvas hideaway, ensuring convenience and easy access during your stay.

Nearby

Sunninglye is an idyllic base for a family holiday in Kent, offering a peaceful retreat amidst nature. Should guests choose to venture beyond the farm, they’ll find the charming spa town of Tunbridge Wells just a few miles away. Nearby, historic houses and gardens like Penshurst and Sissinghurst await exploration, along with popular National Trust properties such as Scotney Castle and Bodiam Castle. For those seeking adventure, Go Ape at Bedgebury Pinetum and Bewl Water Aqua Park offer thrilling activities just a short drive away. Sandy beaches at Camber and the traditional seaside town of Hastings are also within easy reach, too.

Summary

Experience a unique off-grid getaway with all the amenities you’ll need for a memorable stay. From exciting pizza nights to thrilling raft-building and pony-grooming activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.