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Dog Friendly Sussex

Dog Friendly Sussex

The Goodwood Estate are running a brand new dog event later this month, dedicated to all things canine, brilliantly named Goodwoof. It takes place in the stunning grounds of ‘The Kennels’ - the Estate’s stylish private members club - and as with all events at...

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Destination Spotlight: Lewes

Destination Spotlight: Lewes

It may be famous for its annual Bonfire Night festivities, but there is lots more to Lewes than the 5th November. This traditional Sussex market town is just a short hop from better-known Brighton, but plays host to historic buildings, a castle, antique and boutique...

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Property Spotlight: The Forest House

Property Spotlight: The Forest House

When Effie Gibson and Darren Phizacklea first came across the Forest House, it was in a very sorry state indeed. This late 16th / early 17th Century timber-framed, thatched house had belonged to part of a wider family estate, but hadn’t been lived in for around 25...

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Sussex Style

Sussex Style

Take even a brief glance at the seriously stylish, eclectic collection of properties here on Cabins and Castles, and it will be obvious that you don’t need to head for the city for a dose of interiors chic! We asked two of our property owners more about what inspires...

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A Winter in Sussex

A Winter in Sussex

A winter break in Sussex can be just as delicious as a summer holiday; with cold air, cosy country pubs, Christmas markets and events, and (even) fewer people than during the rest of the year.  Here is our round-up of a few of our favourite things to see, do and enjoy...

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Wild Swimming in Sussex

Wild Swimming in Sussex

So much more than swimming: Kitty Dimbleby explains the benefits of wild swimming and lists the top places to take the plunge in Sussex In February, when temperatures dropped to freezing, I grabbed my swimsuit and headed to a small lake a few miles from my house....

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Sussex staycations for Six

Sussex staycations for Six

While plans for larger get-togethers may now have to be put on hold for the time being, we are not despairing here at Cabins and Castles! We have a great selection of properties that work brilliantly for staycations for six; whether that’s a larger family, or a blend...

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Competition Time

Competition Time

We are thrilled to announce an exciting competition to brighten up this rather dull January; a chance for you and three girlfriends to win a two night trip to beautiful Sussex, staying at the chic, stylish Loft in Midhurst, with lunch or supper at the Noah’s Ark in...

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Ideas for an Autumn Escape

Ideas for an Autumn Escape

Collecting fallen leaves and carving pumpkins - ideas for an Autumn escape. With warmer coats, feather filled duvets and log fires all starting to appear, this makes it the perfect time to check out some of our cosy cottages as we approach the Autumnal break.Little...

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The Best Beaches in Sussex

The Best Beaches in Sussex

Oh we do like to be by the seaside: the best beaches in Sussex With award-winning beaches, unspoilt national parks, historic sites and plenty of good old bucket and spade nostalgia all to be found within easy reach of London, the 80 odd miles of Sussex coastline offer...

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5 Reasons to Spend a Long Weekend in Rye

5 Reasons to Spend a Long Weekend in Rye

Enchanting steeply cobbled streets, quaint hidden corners, vintage treasure troves and stylish hang outs… oh, and plenty of history, of course. Once known as a smugglers’ haunt, the medieval Cinque Port town of Rye is one of Sussex’s real gems, and nestled between...

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Where to stay in Sussex this Valentine’s Day

Where to stay in Sussex this Valentine’s Day

Whether you’re a die-hard romantic who loves any excuse to make a fuss of the one you love (and for them to make a fuss of you), or you think Valentine’s Day is just a bit of consumer-driven nonsense, what better way to brighten up the long winter days-and nights,...

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