Welcome to our Award Winning Alfriston Cabins & Shepherd Huts
Dog Friendly, Self catering cabins + Shepherds Huts Glamping with hot tubs, East Sussex
Our Woodland Cabins are situated high on a hill next to the gorgeous village of Alfriston. Located within the South Downs National Park and on the South Downs Way, set in small private woods. With the ability to cook outside using our firepits, relax under the stars in a hammock, create a den, create your own treasure hunt and look for different types of wildlife, there is something for everyone!
Our Shepherds Huts, Robins Retreat and Woodpecker Hill have views that won’t disappoint and the ability to cook outside and spend time outdoors, a real treat!
Why not treat yourself to a wood fired hot tub stay- this option is available for stays in Foxes Hollow, Badgers Rest, and Robins Retreat of two nights or more.
Alfriston Gift Vouchers!
Why not choose a gift voucher towards a stay to treat for friends or family.
If you would prefer a specific amount or stay please do contact us directly at info@alfristoncabins.co.uk and we will be happy to help.
Vouchers are valid for 12 months after purchase and sent via email.
Highlights
Dogs welcome (also house trained pets)
Woodland setting
Parking + electric car charging to our guests by invitation.
Countryside location but within walking distance of village
Private luxury wood-fired hot tubs
Home made and local produce
Walks from the door
Licensed - We are delighted to be able to offer Rathfinny Classic Cuvee and Long Man Brewery beers to our guests.
Award Winning Cabins
Nestled in woodland within the South Downs National Park and designed by an award winning architect, our two oak-framed cabins set within a stones throw of the historic and beautiful village, Alfriston, have won a Prestige Award for the Best Cabin in 2022, and also achieved a Silver Green South Downs Award in 2023.
Robins Retreat and Woodpecker Hill - Shepherds Hut Glamping in East Sussex
Located in our apple orchard overlooking the gorgeous River Cuckmere are our oak Shepherds Huts, Robins Retreat and Woodpecker Hill, which arrived during June 2023
Perfect for those romantic nights away or simply detox with the peaceful sound of birds and the wind through the trees, or relax in the wood fired hot tub (for Robins Retreat).
Pet/Dog Friendly Accommodation
Both our cabins and shepherds huts are dog friendly… (or pet friendly as we have had cats and a rabbit stay too!)
The area is ideal for doggy holidays…with walks from the door and plenty of dog friendly places to eat and drink in the area…
Treetent + Hammock... Sleep under the stars!
The tree tent season is April to September, with your opportunity to experience our tree tent and hammock within the woods. We are offering this to guests who book the cabin(s) as an additional opportunity to feel immersed in nature, listen to the birds singing, lift your feet off the ground and feel the wind between your toes.
The tree tent sleeps up to 3 people (no pets) and facilities of the cabin will be shared giving you the opportunity to make your stay more special with friends and family, or stay with children for a unique experience in nature. The tree tent should be used by those over age 5 years and children must always be accompanied by an adult.
Bring your sleeping bag, pillow and towels to snuggle up with nature under the stars in the tree tent. The list of reasons are endless – and be sure to make a wish if you see a shooting star!!
Holidays in East Sussex
Located just a short drive to the seaside and magnificent Seven Sisters, Friston Forest, Brighton, Lewes, Eastbourne & Royal Tunbridge Wells. The South Downs National Park is such a unique and special place for wildlife and people looking to have a break away from London too!
The South Downs has something for every kind of cyclist and walker to enjoy and explore.
About Us
Badgers Rest and Foxes Hollow are designed by a local award winning architect. From moving to Alfriston in 2018, after many months of planning, five storms and the Coronavirus outbreak our plans and dreams became a reality in July 2020 when the two oak framed woodland cabins could finally open.
We built the beautiful cabins on the footprint of an old forest school and summer house which had become dilapidated. Always having a dream of living in a safe environment our son, surrounded by nature.
Subsequently Robins Retreat arrived in August 2022, the first of three Shepherds Hut within our orchard rather than in the woods, with views over the Cuckmere Valley. The second Hut, Woodpecker Hill, arrived during June 2023
Within this dream, sharing the beautiful scenery of the South Downs National Park, enhancing wildlife, creating long lasting memories for guests, growing vegetables, keeping farm animals, and living off the land. All of this and much, much more!
To become a carbon neutral business is also a vision to help retain and restore the world we live in, and our journey is now well underway.
We hope to see you soon xx