Hastings is a town full of character. Traces of its rich history are visible in its winding streets and thriving fishing scene. Of course, your itinerary would not be complete without a visit to Hastings Castle. It is one of the best places to visit to learn more about the local culture and heritage. Meanwhile, Hastings Fishermen’s Museum and Shipwreck Museum give you a glimpse of the local fishing and seafaring industry. Whenever you need a breath of fresh air, you can visit Hastings Country Park. Find out where you can stay in the town by checking out the best cottages for rent in Hastings, UK, below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Cozy cottage with a log burner (from USD 200)
Offering 46.46 sq m (500 sq. ft.) of living space, this cozy cottage is perfect for small families or groups. It features a log burner, so you can stay warm no matter the season. Thanks to the washing machine provided, you can easily do your laundry anytime. The fully equipped kitchen allows you to cook your own food.
Many points of interest, such as Hastings Castle and Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, are within a 0.32 km (0.2 mi) radius of the property.
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beautiful quaint cottage with excellent facilities and lovely touches including welcome supplies and a seasonal christmas treeHost:
didn’t want for anything and jane was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
really good location in the old townthis place is absolutely perfect perfect location and so adorablecool cosy place in the heart of old hastings
2. Stylish cottage with a secluded courtyard (from USD 204)
This stylish cottage is suitable for small groups spending their holidays in town for a few days. It has a secluded courtyard where you can slow down and relax. With the fully equipped kitchen, preparing meals will be a breeze. If you want to have cookouts, you can take advantage of the barbecue facilities provided. A washing machine is available, so feel free to do your laundry anytime.
For families with kids, the host may offer a high chair and travel cot upon request.
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perfectly equipped kitchen with some thoughtful additions of condiments jams and teasit was also warm and comfortable and very well equippedit was also warm and comfortable and very well equippedHost:
the owners were very easy to contact and were very helpfulthe owners were very easy to contact and were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
nice restaurants and pubs close bynice restaurants and pubs close bybrilliant location for all the old town has to offerthe location is perfect for pubs restaurants and shops in the old town and for the beachthe location is perfect for pubs restaurants and shops in the old town and for the beach
3. Cottage with a well-equipped kitchen (from USD 159)
Are you going on a romantic getaway in Hastings? This cottage could be a perfect home away from home. It offers an enclosed furnished courtyard where you can unwind and forget your worries. If you like preparing your favorite recipes, you will appreciate the fully equipped kitchen. The living room has an electric wood burner to keep you warm on cold nights.
A small dog is allowed here, so don’t hesitate to bring your four-legged friend along.
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the cottage was spotlessly clean and equipped with everything you could possibly need and more for your breakthe cottage was everything we hoped for comfortable clean peaceful and had everything we neededHost:
the owner was friendly and left treats for us and the dogRead more reviewsLocation:
it was a blowy walk as the weather wasn’t good so would definitely return in the summeraround 30 mins walk to hastings with some lovely pubs for dinner
4. Traditional fisherman’s cottage with child-friendly amenities (from USD 205)
This traditional fisherman’s cottage is strategically positioned in town, providing quick access to many pubs, shops, and restaurants. It has child-friendly amenities including a high chair and travel cot. Whenever you need a breath of fresh air, you can hang out in the furnished garden with sea views. Barbecue facilities are also available here, so you can easily have intimate cookouts anytime.
Whenever you need to do your laundry, you may use the washing machine and dryer.
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great sea view from all roomsthe cottage is very nicely decorated and comfortable ( better than the photos show )a stylish clean and comfortable cottage in hastings old town with some sea viewsbeautiful decor and comfortable space to spend a few nightsCleanliness:
exceptionally clean and homelythe cottage was clean and well equippedthe property was beautifully decorated very clean and had everything we neededhouse lovely very clean and lovely viewsthe house was wonderful soo lovely clean and just perfect for what we wantedHost:
gillian was quick to respond and a welcoming hostgillian our host was really helpfulgillian is a fabulous host with a comprehensive list of recommendations for the area and beyondgillian was super helpfulbrilliant hosts - always immaculate beautifully furnished games books etcRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring hastingslocation was also fabulousgreat location close to the prominadegreat location in the old town and close to the beacha great location in old town hastings
5. Charming cottage with a wood-burning stove (from USD 100)
If you are visiting town with your significant other, this charming cottage is ideal for you. Originally constructed in the 19th century, it was updated with modern amenities to ensure you a hassle-free stay. The surrounding walking paths lead to Hastings Country Park.
When you return from your adventures, you can sit back and relax in the seating area in the private garden. You may also wind down by the wood-burning stove.
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felt warm and had all the comforts we needed for our break including a very comfortable bedthis was a lovely comfortable cottage tasteful decor and great area for walking and wildlifereally beautiful cottage very tastefully decorated comfortable cozy and tucked away with great access to some beautiful walksCleanliness:
really clean and with everything we neededsuper clean and had absolutely everything we neededbeautiful place to stay very clean and very coseyvery clean and cosy and great locationeverything is on 1 level and very clean & tidyHost:
thank you to our hostour host lynda was lovelyvery kind host and adorable bnblynda was a great hostvery friendly host and great valueRead more reviewsLocation:
close to hastings country park - we recommend visiting fairlight glen nearbylovely little cottage tucked away with lots in walking distancebrilliant location to see all the local and surrounding sightsgreat location and character i’m sure will stay again :)lovely location and within half an hour of the places we wanted to explore
6. Cottage with a dedicated workspace
This cottage boasts a desirable location in town, only a short walk from the beach and numerous shops. It has a private garden where you can hang out and clear your mind. If you want to cook your own food, you can use the well-equipped kitchen. Otherwise, you may walk to a nearby pub or restaurant.
This property also has a wood burner to keep you warm on cold days. For those who are planning to work here, the dedicated workspace will come in handy.
East Sussex, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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the cottage itself is immaculate spacious and comfortablethere isn't a tv so it's the perfect place to really switch offCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable houseclean warm and comfortablecommunication was excellent throughout and the cottage was really clean and welcomingcottage is quaint clean and well looked afterit’s clean comfortable and cosy and we’ll be backHost:
host kindly left us some lovely cake and a bottle of winehosts were fantastic every step of the tripcommunication with the hosts was excellent and they were really helpfulcommunication with the hosts was quick and very helpfullucia was brilliant and super helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing little get away locationgreat location to the old town and the waterfrontso close to the old town and perfect set upsuper cute and unique cottage in a great location to explore all of hastingscute comfortable cottage in a great location above the old town of hastings
7. Light-filled cottage with a rear patio (from USD 167)
Although set in a quiet neighborhood in town, this light-filled cottage is only a 10-minute walk from the heart of Hastings. It offers a fully functional kitchen, so you can prepare anything from light meals to dishes for large dinner parties. You will find a garden with mature trees at the rear of the property.
The furnished rear patio is an excellent spot for an afternoon nap or al fresco dining. This rental also features two spacious reception rooms with smart TVs.
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lots of amenities in the house including a super kitchen and two reception roomsa spacious luxurious house with comfortable furnishings great bath and shower and all mod conslovely house very comfortable everything you need lots of space and tranquil gardena comfortable well-equipped home pretty much as describeda really lovely house modern and comfortable with everything we needed and moreCleanliness:
fantastic quiet big clean housea really lovely house which was incredibly clean and comfortablelovely house that's spacious clean and homelyvery well equipped spacious and very clean placelovely place well equipped and sparkling clean beautiful kitchenHost:
the host was very thoughtfuljohn is a great host toohosts very helpful and responsivejohn was extremely responsive and helpful throughout our stayi certainly recommend this house and the owners who were very helpful to usRead more reviewsLocation:
a great house and central location whilst quietquiet location and easy walk to hastings old townthe house is set in a good location for hastingsreally enjoyed our stay there and the location was perfectgood location with access to hasting town area
8. Chic cottage with a piano room (from USD 150)
This chic cottage is nestled in Alexandra Park, keeping you close to the beach and town center. It features a ground floor with a living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and a piano room. On the upper floor, you will find a writing room and all the bedrooms. The writing room is the place to be if you need to be productive or want to read as it has a small library.
Moreover, this property has a private garden, giving you space to enjoy the fresh air.
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the cottage is charming and very comfortable particularly the bedscomfy beds and the cottage is decorated beautifullyvery comfortable beds fully stocked kitchen and lovely gardena beautiful and very comfortable cottage to stay in in a picturesque park can't recommend highly enoughstylish and comfortable well equipped and the perfect place for a weekend with friends and exploring hastingsCleanliness:
very clean house and good communication from hostlove the writers room and the piano clean and tidy on our arrival with lovely decorvery clean and felt at home:)amazing place to stay perfect location clean cozy and great spaceHost:
highly recommended if you are planning a weekend getaway host is super nice easygoing and everything was spot onRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location secluded but 15 mins walk to town centrebeing in the middle of the park is so peacefulgreat location in a lovely park and an easy walk into hastingseasy walk into downtown hastingsgreat place in the park
9. Cottage with an outdoor dining area
Whether in town for work or leisure, you will definitely enjoy a stay in this cottage in the heart of Hastings. It features a lounge with vibrant street views, a fully functional kitchen, and a dining area with a six-seater table on the second floor. You can access the private garden with a dining area through the kitchen. Feel free to have al fresco meals here. The bedrooms are located on the top floor.
This rental lets you stay with your dogs, provided they spend the night in the dining area or kitchen.
East Sussex, England, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the cottage is well maintained and very comfortable for a familythe beds were particularly comfortableCleanliness:
really lovely place clean and superbly equippeddefinitely would stay again very very easy comfortable clean lots of funbeautiful clean house in perfect location in old town hastingsHost:
clearly professional hosts who take pride in their productquick to respond and friendly and welcominglots of extra touches from the hosts; welcome basket and cosmeticsmichael and camilla are super hosts and showed lovely hospitalitygreat communication from hosts throughout and after stayRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house in a fabulous central locationsuch a great property in a perfect locationlocated on george st it's close to the beach promenade brilliant quirky shops and many lovely little restaurantsa fabulous flat in genuinely the most perfect locationthe location is convenient to walk anywhere in hastings and the old town is lovely
10. Lovely cottage with a dog-friendly policy (from USD 105)
This lovely cottage is a Grade II listed property filled with many paintings of Mark Eason, particularly of fish. To help keep you warm, it offers a fireplace. Firewood is usually available but not guaranteed, so you should better check with the host whether you need to bring your own firewood.
If you plan to bring your dogs, ensure you keep them downstairs at all times. Kids are also welcome here, but note that this property is not childproofed. With the washing machine and dryer provided, you can do your laundry anytime.
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there is no tv (heaven ) and there is very good wi-fi despite what the advert saysCleanliness:
a wonderful cozy clean and comfortable cottage in the heart of the old townHost:
really great hosts with fast communicationfull of beautiful fish pictures by the artist/ownermark and sara were great hosts really friendly and quick to respond to messageswhat a beautiful stay everything you need great hosts and really attentivemark was and really nice host and his communication is outstandingRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a cute place and good locationlovely cute little cottage in a perfect locationjust 15 min walk from hastings station so super easy if travelling by trainthe house is in a perfect location with everything you need insidefantastic location couldn’t ask for better parking was easy at the top of the lane
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Hastings has fascinating culture and history worth discovering. Ensure you have a place to call home during your trip and check out these best cottages for rent in Hastings, UK.
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