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Tovey Lodge

3.5 star property
Cottage in Hassocks with free parking

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Cottage, Ensuite (Breaks) | Shared kitchen | Highchair
Cottage, Ensuite (Breaks) | 1 bedroom

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Underhill Lane, Ditchling, Hassocks, England, BN6 8XE
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ditchling Beacon Car Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage, Ensuite (Breaks)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Barn Apartment)

  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Futons

About the neighborhood

Hassocks

Tovey Lodge places you within a mile (2 km) of Ditchling Beacon Car Park and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft. This 2-room, 3.5-star cottage welcomes guests with conveniences like free self parking, a computer station, and a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ditchling Beacon Car Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • American Express Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Brighton Beach - 19 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hassocks Station - 5 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thatched Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Proper Cycling & Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Cafe Hassocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪One Kitchen - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tovey Lodge

Cottage in Hassocks with free parking
At Tovey Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and a computer station. A stay here includes free parking. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and barbecue grills.
The 2 accommodations feature a separate bedroom. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • High chair

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The cottage can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Tovey Lodge?

This cottage is located in Hassocks within a short 18-minute walk of Ditchling Beacon Car Park. You'll also find Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft and Pyecombe Golf Club within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Does Tovey Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Tovey Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tovey Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Tovey Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like an outdoor tennis court plus some accommodations include kitchens and premium bedding.

Does Tovey Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does Tovey Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Tovey Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to Tovey Lodge?

The closest major airport to Tovey Lodge is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is 28.8 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tovey Lodge?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Tovey Lodge.

Tovey Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Difficulty in finding property. Needs sign at entrance. Very dangerous exiting drive onto lane. Needs a mirror opposite to show lane both ways. Lodge and rooms very small. Trip switch overloads if you use kettle and use cooker same time. However, my tel contact and personal contact with the gentleman owner was very convivial.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated and worn out

We stayed in the cottage at Tovey Lodge. It was very dated, which was fine, but it was also worn out. The sofa bed needs replacing due to peeling material and the mattress on this was so thin there is no way an adult could sleep on there. Luckily our 7 year old can sleep anywhere. The main bed was uncomfortable with a too small mattress topper which didn't reach the edges and because of this we only stayed for two of the three nights we had booked as we needed sleep. The booking was also mis-advertised as including breakfast, which was not the case. That said the proprietor was friendly and it may be that the B&B is of a much higher standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Nick, Ditchling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful surroundings

I had not realised that Tovey Lodge was not a hotel. Owners very friendly and engaging and provided good service at breakfast time. Very relaxing place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was the type of break we wanted. Restful and comfortable surroundings. Thank you .

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great accommodation and excellent owners

Was made to feel very welcome by Roy and Diane.....checked in early and no problem having travelled from Essex. Great room with excellent facilities. Breakfast consisted of what ever you wanted. Would thoroughly recommend this lodge as the place to be.... Can't speak highly enough of this lodge and location....

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and very friendly Service. GReat Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, South West London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay in a great B & B

We had two lovely nights at Tovey Lodge. Very comfortable well appointed place, plus an excellent breakfast. Beautiful and peaceful location just outside Ditchling Village nestling under the South Downs and yet close to plenty of places of interest.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good B&B accommodation

Welcomed by he owner who also sent us a text prior to arrival with helpful directions. The property was conveniently sited for access to the coast and local villages. Scenery in the area is very attractive.

6/10 Okay

Stu, Berkshire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Customer service lacking

The b&b was absolutely beautiful however we were really disappointed with the customer service and were astounded when we were trying to relax in the pool and jacuzzi to hear a massive argument between the owner and son, it made us feel very comfortable and massively hindered our relaxation.

8/10 Good

Robert, Shropshire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No issues.

No issues at all, would highly recommend, last minute visit to son living nearby with my wife and ticked all the boxes. I am in hotels every week and will definitely use in future if in area.

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hosts

My young daughter and I planned a short visit to Brighton and wanted to stay somewhere close, but not in the tow.n. Tovey Lodge was more out-of-the-way than we intended, but the surrounding scenery was lovely and everything else was superb. Roy and his wife could not have been better hosts and the facilities - including bathrobes, slippers, towels for the heated indoor pool etc - were excellent. The breakfast was way beyond what we expected. I would definitely stay there again - if we are revisiting that part of the country.

10/10 Excellent

Marsdens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely spot for a quiet break

Friendly reception, lovely room,good communication,great spot, quiet, overall a good experience. Well placed for access to various pubs for evening meals, and for local trains to Brighton. Although we didn't make use of the spa facilities it all looked great.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen, Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury in a rural idyll

Wonderful accomodation, wonderful hosts, wonderful location - tucked away into a genuine rural location. Our hosts' recommendation for the local pub for dinner was exactly what we were looking for and we were given a comprehensive list of local must see attractions too. The breakfast was lovely with lots of room for individual orders. Our only regret was that we were there for one night.