Forest Garden Shovelstrode

Shovelstrode Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 3PH, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>3</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a log cabin with a porch in the woods at Forest Garden Shovelstrode in East Grinstead
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Forest Garden Shovelstrode

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9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
3 reviews

Featuring garden views, Forest Garden Shovelstrode features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 12 km from Hever Castle. The property is around 31 km from Ightham Mote, 34 km from Glyndebourne Opera House and 38 km from AMEX Stadium. Free private parking is available and the campground also offers bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. The campground is fitted with 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the campground can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Forest Garden Shovelstrode will be able to enjoy activities in and around East Grinstead, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Nonsuch Park is 41 km from the accommodation, while Box Hill is 43 km away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 23 km from Forest Garden Shovelstrode.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for East Grinstead

See what guests loved the most:

  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It’s was lovely and cosy very quaint with everything you need. Perfect escape going back to basics”
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Charming and everything you need for a weekend. Sauna is definitely worth booking.”
  • H
    Harry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The cabin was clean and equipped with the essentials we needed”

Managed by Forest Garden Shovelstrode

Company review score: 10Based on 3 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Forest Garden Shovelstrode, located on the edge of Ashdown Forest in Sussex, was created in 2010 by Charles & Lisa Hooper as a place for people to escape their busy lives and re-connect with nature. Guests can really unwind in a beautiful Yurt or Log cabin within a secluded woodland surrounded by the sights, sounds and smells of the flora and fauna. Charles & Lisa also teach people different ways of living more self sufficiently and lowering their carbon footprint through a variety of traditional woodland craft courses. The centre piece is a Forest Garden where an abundance of useful, and mostly edible, plants are grown within the seven canopy layers. The fruits of their labour are then harvested and supply the Forest Garden Shop with delicious home made jams, jellies and chutneys.

Property information

Forest Garden Shovelstrode, A magical woodland eco-retreat nestled on the edge of Ashdown Forest, home of Winnie the Pooh. A place to escape, unwind, and soak up the forest atmosphere Ideal for a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a group break. Jacaranda cabin is located in its own secluded area of the site where guests will enjoy the calm and meditative atmosphere of the rejuvenating woodland formerly known as ‘Anderida Forest’. The cabin sleeps between up to 4 people with 2 on the double bed on the mezzanine and 2 on the double sofa bed downstairs. The kitchen area has a twin gas ring cooker and everything you will need to cook. There is a log burner outside and a fire pit with grill. The shared shower block is approximately 60 metres away with 2 hot showers and 2 flushing loos along with 2 butlers sinks for washing up. Guests enjoy the simple pleasures of cooking over a camp fire under the stars, seeing and hearing the abundant flora and fauna, picnicking in the woods or enjoying the many spectacular walks in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Neighbourhood information

Forest Garden Shovelstrode is a magical woodland eco-retreat nestled on the edge of Ashdown Forest, home of Winnie the Pooh. Local attractions include Pooh Bridge to play Pooh sticks, Hever Castle, home to the young Anne Boleyn, The Bluebell Railway from East Grinstead to Sheffield Park, Kingscote Vineyard amongst many others. Forest Row, just 2 miles away on the outskirts of Ashdown Forest (5 minutes from Forest Garden Shovelstrode) you will find a few pubs, a couple of excellent delicatessens, Fishmongers, organic food shop and more. Also in Forest Row you will find Tablehurst biodynamic farm which also has a good cafe and farm shop Guests will receive our digital guest book containing full details of activities and places to visit.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Forest Garden Shovelstrode
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Forest Garden Shovelstrode accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Forest Garden Shovelstrode in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Forest Garden Shovelstrode

  • The prices at Forest Garden Shovelstrode may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Forest Garden Shovelstrode is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Forest Garden Shovelstrode offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Bicycle rental
    • Full body massage
    • Back massage
    • Yoga classes
    • Badminton equipment
    • Neck massage

  • Yes, Forest Garden Shovelstrode is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Forest Garden Shovelstrode is 1.9 miles from the centre of East Grinstead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.