Waterside Lodge, Bodiam

Waterside Lodge is a contemporary 5-star lodge house sitting on the Oastbrook Estate vineyard in Bodiam, Sussex. This stylish Scandinavian-inspired retreat offers lakeside living with full-length gable-end windows that showcase the water views. Perfect for wine lovers who fancy waking up surrounded by vines and water.

The Sussex countryside location puts you just 2.5 miles from Bodiam Castle - an honest-to-goodness medieval castle with a moat! Take a 12-mile drive to explore historic Rye with its cobbled streets or venture a bit further to Camber Sands. After a day out, the private hot tub on your decked balcony awaits. Nothing beats bubbling away with a glass of the local plonk as the sun sets.

The accommodation sleeps 4 across two bedrooms - a king-size room downstairs and a twin mezzanine loft with zip-and-link beds that can become another king if you ask nicely. The open-plan living space features a fully equipped kitchen with everything from dishwasher to coffee machine. There's a breakfast bar and dining table for four, plus a comfy sofa area with TV and wood burner for those chillier evenings.

Nearby attractions include Bodiam Castle (2.5 miles/8 minutes), historic Rye (12 miles/25 minutes), Camber Sands beach (16 miles/35 minutes) and Great Dixter House & Gardens (7 miles/15 minutes). The area offers fantastic walking opportunities through vineyards and along the River Rother.

Waterside Lodge delivers luxury in a tranquil setting that's perfect for couples or small families. The hot tub, wood burner and vineyard location create a special escape where the biggest decision is red or white with dinner.