Masketts Barn - sleeps 13 in period barn

The barn itself is a lovely and beautiful space, the garden is lovely and as a base for a nearby wedding it served its purpose well. The character of the building is its biggest selling point, and for that it delivers. However, for a property sleeping 12, some of the practicalities fell noticeably short. The kitchen lacked a coffee machine and the fridge wasn't big enough to store food for a group of that size for more than a day or two. There was only one small bin in the kitchen with no guidance on whether recycling or additional bins were available elsewhere - a small thing, but when you're a large group you accumulate rubbish quickly. The bathroom situation was the biggest frustration. With one shower, one bath, and three toilets in the whole property (no ensuites) mornings were a real bottleneck. The 2 downstairs bedrooms use the toilet with the only shower by the kitchen area, so it was frequently occupied and just not ideal when 12 people need to shower. Cleanliness also left a bit to be desired on arrival, and the beds were on the uncomfortable side. With a bit of love on these basics, it should be a brilliant venue.

A group of friends and I stayed in Masketts Barn in June, and it was the most delightful stay. The owners had left a basket of gifts for us on arrival, including homemade pear juice that was delicious. It was clear that every detail had been considered. We had a wonderful weekend, sitting in the garden in the sunshine surrounded by beautiful fields. The rooms were clean and tidy, with comfortable beds and bedding. We had a small issue with the hot tub as it had accidentally been turned down, but Andrew kindly resolved the issue quickly. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone who's looking for somewhere to stay with a large group. You won't regret it! Thank you Andrew.

We had a wonderful, chilled weekend celebrating a couple of big birthdays. The open plan kitchen-diner and the patio were great for dinners and drinks. The living room with its roaring fire was perfect for a cosy evening. The hot tub and tennis court were a real hit. And the location is beautiful. We walked in the forest and had a fabulous morning hacking at the Ashdown Forest Riding Centre. The house would benefit from a second shower but with three loos and a bath we were fine.

An excellent location for our family stay. Very well appointed, cosy and plenty to do. The tennis court was a hit as was the hot tub. The kitchen is very well equipped.