1 / 17Hawthorn
Laughton, Sussex
Hawthorn sits among Sussex hedgerows near Lewes, where woodpeckers work the trees at first light and hares cross the long grass at dusk, a cabin for two with dogs welcome on the lead.
Hawthorn has a particular kind of calm, the sort that takes a day or two to settle into. Woodpeckers work the trees at first light, hares move through the long grass at dusk and a tawny owl keeps its own hours close by, all of which a dog will notice long before you do. It is a dog friendly hideaway for two in Laughton, among fields that roll on longer than you expect.
Shacks recommend leads here, as the cabin has no fence of its own, and dogs should be kept on the lead to and from it, with other guests and free range chickens and ducks nearby. There are no sheep or cattle around the cabin itself. It is an easy 200m walk from where you park.
Inside you will find all the essentials: a king size bed beneath the window, a kitchenette with fresh coffee beans, and a shower room with eco friendly toiletries, with nothing asking for your attention. Light the wood burner, settle the dog beside it, and let the evening belong to the owl.
Five minutes on foot brings you to the Roebuck Inn, where dogs get a warm welcome, and the Ram Inn at Firle and the Trevor Arms at Glynde are local favourites. Historic Lewes is close enough for an afternoon of cobbles and castle walls, Glyndebourne is nearby, and the chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters are worth the drive.
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from £1,087 for 7 nights
Hawthorn 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
Hawthorn from £1,087 for 7 nights
Book with ShacksFrequently Asked Questions
Is Hawthorn dog friendly?
Yes, Hawthorn welcomes dogs. It's a quiet cabin stay for two on the edge of Laughton in East Sussex, set among hedgerows and old trees with plenty of wildlife to keep a curious dog entertained. The Roebuck Inn in the village also takes dogs, so you can head out for a meal without leaving them behind.
Are dogs allowed at Hawthorn year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions, so dogs appear to be welcome throughout the year. It's always worth checking directly with Shacks when you book to confirm availability and any current conditions on site.
What should I know before visiting Hawthorn with my dog?
There is no fence around the cabin, so leads are recommended throughout your stay — and free-ranging chickens and ducks are on site, which means Hawthorn is best suited to a dog that's calm around livestock and happy to walk on a lead. The cabin is also about 200 metres on foot from the car, so keep that in mind when you're unloading. Wildlife is plentiful here, with hares moving through the long grass at dusk, so a dog with a reliable recall (or a steady lead manner) will get the most out of it.
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Hawthorn from £1,087 for 7 nights
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