[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Writers Retreat Apartment in Hastings with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42400000/42398100/42398042/29a2566f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42400000/42398100/42398042/8b7ed134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42400000/42398100/42398042/58ba6b1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42400000/42398100/42398042/92ecac42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42400000/42398100/42398042/fb545536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Writers Retreat provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Writers Retreat Apartment in Hastings with kitchen A garden and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free apartment building. The apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a washing machine and a dining area. Guest accommodations at this apartment offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. This Hastings apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - Street parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7060000/7058500/7058426/a73492b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Senlac Guesthouse Hastings - Free WiFi - Parking available - Business services - Housekeeping 8.4 Very good 240 reviews CA $163 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=7058426&PinnedHotelID=7058426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2243100/2243080/f49a0ce5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alexander's Hastings - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 320 reviews CA $163 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=2243080&PinnedHotelID=2243080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880600/1880541/60900267.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ship Inn Rye - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 273 reviews CA $119 CA $143 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=1880541&PinnedHotelID=1880541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1383300/1383273/w6368h4244x0y0-5d24459e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Gallivant Rye - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 80 reviews CA $381 CA $457 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=1383273&PinnedHotelID=1383273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between June 28 and December 10. ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned ### Property is also known as The Writers Retreat Hastings The Writers Retreat Apartment The Writers Retreat Apartment Hastings ## About the area Located in Hastings, this apartment is near the beach. Phoenix Arts Centre and Jerwood Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Adventure Golf Hastings and Hastings Pier. Alexandra Park and West Hill Lift are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Hastings travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings.dx4650) [View more Apartments in Hastings](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Apartments.d4650-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.86655%2C0.56820&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xsanmanJCM2p231svPJJbwVRmzo=) 1 buckshole cottage, Hastings, England, TN34 2EL ### What's nearby - Hastings Castle - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Hastings Pier - 3 min drive - 1.7 km - White Rock Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.7 km - Smugglers Adventure - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - East Hill Lift - 4 min drive - 3.0 km ### Getting around - Hastings Station - 18 min walk ### Restaurants - ‪Brewing Brothers at the Imperial - ‬18 min walk - ‪Pump House - ‬1 min walk - ‪eat @ the Park Café - ‬8 min walk - ‪The Tower - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Seadog - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Writers Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Writers Retreat? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at The Writers Retreat? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at The Writers Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Writers Retreat located? > Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alexandra Park, Phoenix Arts Centre, and St Helen's Wood. The America Ground and Summerfields Woods are also within 1 mi (2 km). Hastings Station is 18 minutes by foot and Ore Station is 23 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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