We had the pleasure of staying at The Lodge with our family, and it completely exceeded our expectations. Oliver was wonderful from the very first message responsive, helpful, and he even met us personally on arrival, which made us feel instantly welcome.The house itself is breathtaking: a beautiful late Georgian villa sensitively extended into a light-filled, elegant contemporary vintage seaside home perched on the hill above Hastings Old Town. Every room is thoughtfully styled with art, antiques, and character, yet it feels incredibly welcoming and comfortable. The strong indoor-outdoor flow is perfect we loved opening the double doors from the stunning double reception room and dining area straight onto the south-facing terrace and lawn. The garden, with its mature and exotic planting, was a peaceful retreat, and the large terrace was ideal for relaxed drinks under the parasol or simply soaking up the sunshine.The three distinctly styled bedrooms were cosy and peaceful, and we slept soundly every night. The kitchen is fully equipped, the bathrooms are beautifully designed, and the light-filled office space was a nice bonus for catching up on a few emails. Overall, the house felt like a private, elegant retreat rather than just a rental it would make the most incredible setting for a dream wedding or special family gathering.We can’t recommend The Lodge and Oliver highly enough. Thank you, Oliver!