1 / 16Blackthorn
Laughton, Sussex
In the Sussex village of Laughton, near Lewes, Blackthorn is a cabin for two where buzzards circle overhead, and the Roebuck Inn welcomes dogs five minutes' walk away.
There is an easy pace to life at Blackthorn. Buzzards circle overhead, rabbits emerge as evening draws in and the hedgerows hum with life, and a dog will find every bit of it fascinating. Set within a lovely local community in Laughton, this dog friendly cabin for two has the Sussex countryside all around.
With no fence directly around the cabin, Shacks recommend leads, and they ask that dogs stay on the lead to and from the cabin as there may be other guests about. There are no sheep or cows around the cabin, though you may come across free range chickens and ducks. It is an easy 300m walk in.
Inside, a king size bed is positioned for lazy lie ins, the kitchenette is stocked with fresh coffee beans and loose leaf tea, and the shower room has eco friendly toiletries. The wood burner is ready for cooler evenings, and with the dog asleep in front of it and the fields settling into silence outside, everything you need is right here.
The Roebuck Inn, a historic coaching inn with a warm welcome for dogs, is just five minutes' walk away, and the Laughton Village Shop and Café has fresh pastries for the morning. Lewes, with its independent shops and Norman castle, is close, and the South Downs National Park has miles of footpaths through open countryside, with the Seven Sisters on the coast.
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from £1,087 for 7 nights
Blackthorn takes any number of dogs and is booked through Shacks.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- No limit
- Any number of dogs, no breed restrictions.
- Enclosed Garden
- No
- No fence around the shack, so leads are recommended. Free range chickens and ducks nearby.
- Dog Fee
- £35 per stay, any number of dogs
- Dog Facilities
- Dog welcome pack, Dog bowls, Dog towels
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Price
- from £1,087 / 7 nights
- Arrival
- in from 15:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking
Blackthorn from £1,087 for 7 nights
Book with ShacksFrequently Asked Questions
Is Blackthorn dog friendly?
Yes, dogs are very welcome at Blackthorn. The cabin is set up with dogs in mind, and The Roebuck Inn — just a five minute walk away — also welcomes dogs, so you and your dog can settle into a Sussex weekend without much fuss.
Are dogs allowed at Blackthorn year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so there's nothing to suggest they aren't welcome throughout the year. It's always worth checking directly with Shacks when you book to confirm the details for your dates.
What should I know before visiting Blackthorn with my dog?
There's no fence around the cabin, and free range chickens and ducks wander the surrounding area, so Shacks ask that dogs are kept on a lead on the walk in and out — and it's sensible to keep them on the lead around the cabin too. The walk from the car to the cabin is around 300 metres on level ground, which is easy going. If your dog has a strong interest in poultry, be prepared for a stay that keeps them very alert and entertained.
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Blackthorn from £1,087 for 7 nights
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