Woodgate Farm / Lodges
Two eco lodges, each with a wall of glass
Silver Birch and River Birch stand side by side along a birch-lined drive, facing south over lawn and fields. Each sleeps four in a king and a twin, all on one level.
The shape of the lodges is borrowed from the shielings of the Scottish Highlands: the long, low shelters where herders once lived while their cattle were on the summer pastures. Ours are built in timber and glass from structurally insulated panels, and heated through the floor by air-source heat pumps.
Inside, the ceilings are high and the south wall is glass, so the room runs straight out onto the deck, the lawn and the view. Guests tell us it feels like sitting outside.
Silver Birch is the larger of the two. River Birch has two bathrooms and full wheelchair access. Take one, or book both together for up to eight people.
- Sleeps
- Four in each lodgeeight if you book both
- Bedrooms
- One king, one twinthe single beds can be pushed together
- Arrive and leave
- From 3pm; out by 10am
- Stays
- Friday to Friday, Monday to Friday, or a Friday to Monday weekendlonger stays outside peak season
- Parking
- Two cars, right outside
- Dogs
- Sorry, no dogs
- Smoking
- No smoking
Silver Birch, the larger lodge
An enormous open-plan living room where the whole south wall is glass. There’s a corner sofa, a bioethanol fire for cool evenings, a dining table for four and a kitchen with everything you need to cook properly.
The king bedroom and the twin both have glass doors to the outside. The bathroom has a shower over the bath. Out front is a south-facing deck with a table, chairs and a parasol, and a barbecue if you ask.
From £600 a week. Peak weeks from £900.
- King bedroom
- Twin bedroom (beds can be joined)
- Bathroom with shower over the bath
- Bioethanol fire
- Smart TV and Wi-Fi
- Oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher
- Washing machine and tumble dryer
- Filtered-water tap
- South-facing deck with table, chairs and parasol
River Birch, wheelchair accessible throughout
A bedroom at each end and the living space between them, with every room opening onto the deck. You can have your morning tea in bed and watch the day start through the glass.
Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The king has a bath with a shower over it. The twin has a spacious walk-in shower with a shower stool, designed for guests with restricted mobility.
From £600 a week. Peak weeks from £900.
Access at River Birch
- Everything on one level
- Wheelchair access to the whole lodge
- Walk-in shower with a shower stool in the twin room’s en-suite
- Park directly outside the door
- Deck reached from the living room and both bedrooms
Need a door width, a bed height or anything else measured? Ask us and we’ll check before you book.
What’s waiting for you
- A welcome basket: tea, coffee, apple juice, crisps and chocolate
- Salt, pepper and cooking basics in the kitchen
- Egyptian cotton bed linen, and towels
- Organic toiletries
- Underfloor heating throughout, with tower fans in the bedrooms for summer
- Wi-Fi and a Smart TV
- A highchair
- A barbecue for the deck, on request
Staying with children
There is grass in every direction and no road in sight. In the summer months we put out goals on a half-size football pitch, a trampoline, a table-tennis table and a swing, and the wood is there to explore all year.
The play equipment is used at your own risk, so please keep an eye on younger children.
“Our kids loved playing in the open space out front, especially with the goals and trampoline.”
Dates and prices
Prices change with the season. As a guide, a week in either lodge starts at £600 off-peak and at £900 in peak weeks. Tell us your dates and we’ll give you an exact price straight away.
Weeks run Friday to Friday. Short breaks are Monday to Friday or Friday to Monday, and outside peak season we’re happy to talk about longer stays. Ring us for late-availability deals.
- A week, off-peakFriday to Friday, per lodge
- from £600
- A week, peakFriday to Friday, per lodge
- from £900
- Midweek breakMonday to Friday, four nights
- ask us
- Weekend breakFriday to Monday, three nights
- ask us
- Both lodges togetherUp to eight guests
- ask us
What lodge guests say
“Thank you so much for a wonderful stay, beautifully clean and well thought out cabin. We'll be back!”
“A lovely position and an excellent property. Loved the glass wall which made it feel so open and it was well equipped with all we needed.”
“Lovely accommodation. Good location. We really enjoyed the countryside and dawn chorus. Welcoming pub within easy walking distance. Hosts were very friendly and helpful but didn't intrude.”
“A beautifully appointed holiday home in a tranquil position with a delightful outlook. The East Sussex countryside and villages are an under-appreciated gem.”
“Beautiful lodge in stunning setting. True English countryside. Extremely well appointed and tasteful furnishings. John and Carolyn are great hosts. Thanks for the welcome basket of local goodies. We walked, rested, explored and had a lovely time. Thank you.”
“We had an absolutely wonderful time at River Birch. The house was not only modern but also spotless and well-equipped with everything we could possibly need. Our kids loved playing in the open space out front, especially with the goals and trampoline. The hosts were incredibly friendly and always ready to help. It's truly a special place.”
“We had a very enjoyable stay at Silver Birch Lodge, Woodgate Farm. The accommodation was first class — comfortable, clean and stylish. The location was excellent — a peaceful countryside base with lots to do in the local area.”
“Very comfortable eco house all on one level in beautiful setting and great location. Very well appointed with everything you need. Great for a small family. Lovely and peaceful. Would stay again in a heartbeat.”
“A lovely lodge nestled in a beautifully quiet village. Stunning walks, it was absolutely perfect for a chilled girly weekend.”
“A lovely, comfortable property in beautiful, tranquil surroundings, perfect for relaxing!”
“Top cottage!”
“Lovely location and a really comfortable lodge. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. Highly recommend.”
“River Birch is a perfect property if you would like a nice and relaxing location. The property has everything you would need, very comfortable. I would certainly recommend this property.”
“The cottage is warm and spacious, very light and airy. Because there are windows all down one side you feel like you're sitting outside. It was so quiet and we heard and saw lots of birds. There are so many places to visit nearby — the RSPB nature reserve at Dungeness, Rye, National Trust properties, Ashford Outlet and excellent eateries nearby. We would recommend this cottage as a lovely quiet & relaxing base for visiting the area.”
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Questions people ask
What time can we arrive and leave?
The lodge is ready from 3pm on the day you arrive. Please leave by 10am on your last morning.
Can we bring our dog?
Sorry, no. We’re not able to take dogs in the lodges.
Is River Birch suitable for a wheelchair user?
Yes. The whole lodge is on one level with wheelchair access, the twin bedroom’s en-suite has a walk-in shower with a stool, and you can park at the door. If a particular measurement matters to you, ask and we’ll check it.
Do we need to bring bed linen or towels?
No. Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels are included, along with organic toiletries.
Can we book both lodges for a family gathering?
Yes. They stand side by side, and together they sleep eight in two king rooms and two twins.
How far are the pub, the shop and the beach?
The Rose & Crown is half a mile away, about ten minutes on foot. The nearest shop is two miles away. The sandy beach at Camber is about eleven miles.
Is there somewhere to park?
Yes, each lodge has space for two cars directly outside.
Ready to book a lodge?
Our best rate, a personal welcome and no booking fees. Tell us your dates and we’ll reply by email — or simply ring.
- Eco lodgesSleep four each. Price is per lodge, per week.
- from £600peak weeks from £900
- Lodge short breaksMonday to Friday, or Friday to Monday
- ask us
- B&B double roomPer night for two, breakfast included
- £120
- B&B single occupancyPer night, breakfast included
- £100