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All reviews are based on the feedback forms submitted by the guests staying and/or comments in the visitors book and reflect guests genuine experiences. Some comments may also be copied from independent reviews published on separate review sites by the guests themselves, whereby links are also sited.

 

 

FIve Star ★★★★★ May 2015. J, J, L, H, & B.  Chester, Chesire.

"A wonderful stay!"

Appreciated all the added special touches & it’s by far the cleanest caravan we’ve ever stayed in! *Future Guests….We recommend, Raystede Animal Sanctuary, Brighton, Camber Sands, Rye, and on Rainy days Bexhill leisure pool. Will highly, recommend ‘The Sanctuary Retreat’ to friends & Family. Have a great Summer Season!

 

FlipKey/Trip advisor

 

FIve Star ★★★★★

“Beautiful setting. Very clean and lovely hosts.”

Reviewed May 31, 2015

Fantastic quiet and peaceful holiday. Girls loved the tree swing. Views were lovely. Maggie and her family gave us a very warm welcome.

 

 

Four Star ★★★★ May 2015. U, F, I, C, & M.  Beckenham, Kent

"4 Stars to overall modernity!" 

For 5 stars would need complete modernization. Pricing more on the expensive side, but a great experience. We had a great time! Uwe                                                        

Children:- This is an amazing place. I love the garden and the sofa outside- Very comfortable  - But the TV may be a bit small to watch DVD’s on, But I like the bedrooms!!     Ida xxx   

Outside the swings are real fun and the toys. The BBQ is real nice and it makes good food. Inside the sofas are very comfortable. May be the TV is a bit too small, but ‘I LOVED IT!!!’        -Flora       Thank you!!!!   

 

    

Five Star ★★★★★ Aug 2014 B,P,G,J,H,R,D & K. Haslemere/Tolworth, Surrey.

"What a wonderful way to celebrate my 70th Birthday!"
With all the Children & Grandchildren. So relaxing, and thank you for jouning us with your boys, we had a very pleasant afternoon with you. Thank you from us all.

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ Jul-Aug 2014 J, T, B, A, & D. Essex.

 

"We had a wonderful five days! Thank you so much!" 

Really, pleasantly surprized and such a good location! Excellent for the boys (5,4,& 2.) We will be back. Thank you again.

 

Five Star ★★★★★ For booking experience Jul 2014 K, R, V, L, S, & N. Sweeden & London.

 

"A perfect space to hang out!" 

And enjoy between trips down the coast. Thanks again!

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ Jul 2014 M,A & J, Essex.

 

"Thank you so much for a relaxing few days & a great first time in a caravan!"

Another relaxing time at the Sanctuary, despite  the rain and storms! We enjoy ourselves so much every time we are here. Thank you so much Maggie, for the lovely stay. xx

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ Jun 2014 E F, Sussex. (C)

 

"What a glorious place and so Special"

You gave me my own space just when I nneded it most. I don't know where I would have been without you. Thank you so much, It's the most peaceful and healing place to be.xx

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ May 2014 Pyrates D,B, M  R & T.Netherlands.

 

"Ahoy Maggie!"

Thank you for a wonderful stay in a fantastic peaceful location out here on the cliffs and hills. Hope to see you again!

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ May 2014 F, H, B & M, Hackney.

 

"Fab!"

Thank you, we had a great stay.

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ April 2014 M, M, N & H Devon & Shefield.

 

"A lovely, spacious place to stay"

The children were allowed to roam free with a lovely selection of garden toys. Thank you to Maggie & family for the kindness and hospitality. It was an altogether wonderful experience.

(It was fabulous and exceeded our expectations.)

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ April 2014 T, C & O Sandhurst, Berkshire.

 

"Fabulous!"

Well it certainly lived up to its name. Maggie and her family were welcoming, but not intrusive and we made full use of our meadow. Lots of super places nearby - enjoyed a stroll at Rye Nature Reserve and spent a sunny afternoon at Smallhythe Place (National Trust.) Even paddled in the sea at Hastings. So glad we discovered this oasis.

Thank you.

(Website gave us high expectations and our stay exceeded them.)

 

 

Five Star ★★★★★ April  2014 S, J, W D, K & A. London 

 

Source:- Trip Advisor

“Private meadow all to ourselves”

 

We stayed at the Sanctuary for two nights in April. Owner Maggie was there to greet us on arrival to explain how everything worked and make sure we had everything we needed. The wonderful private meadow is for guests' exclusive use, including outdoor 'lounge' area, which Maggie prepared with cushions, blanket and flowers each day, taking care to remove them when it rained. Inside everything was spotless with all bedding and plenty of fluffy towels provided. Deceptively spacious with three separate, private bedrooms (double and two singles) and an easy-to-convert sofa bed in the lounge. Built-in wraparound sofa provided loads of room for two adults and four kids to comfortably watch a DVD, which we did both evenings. Kitchen well-equipped, including oven and microwave; heating system is on a thermostat and there's also a gas fire in the lounge, which kept everyone cosy; in the bathroom: a powerful shower and 'proper' toilet, just like home. Kids loved the assortment of tire swings, chickens and cats. Only drawback during our stay was the rain, for which Maggie apologized -- not her fault! A really great alternative to a pricier cottage and good value for money for a larger family or group -- there is plenty of room for everyone to spread out. We used the Sanctuary as the perfect base for exploring Hastings to the west and Camber Sands to the east, both a short drive away. Kids are already asking to go back.

 

In addition this is what Amelia had to say :-  

'We all enjoyed a lovely time here. The Meadow was wonderful and the swings were great, I'm sure all felt comfortable sleeping. When it comes to television, they are always essential. Maggie gave us a good tour around the home and meadow. We enjoyed going over to the Chickens to see them. The Cats were good.' (Amelia Age 8.)  S, J, W D, K & A. London.