Title: Duke of Wellington HQ - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Duke of Wellington HQ Cottage in Hastings with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Duke of Wellington HQ ![Interior - Duke of Wellington HQ (Hastings Old Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78210000/78209200/78209167/66a880ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Duke of Wellington HQ (Hastings Old Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78210000/78209200/78209167/e6fa8167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Duke of Wellington HQ (Hastings Old Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78210000/78209200/78209167/cd2dfe07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, highchair - Duke of Wellington HQ (Hastings Old Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78210000/78209200/78209167/c697c577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Duke of Wellington HQ (Hastings Old Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78210000/78209200/78209167/7f3a4902.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Hastings Old Town, this historic apartment offers a unique opportunity to stay in the Duke of Wellington’s headquarters. With luxurious furnishings, antique furniture and its own welcome pack with breakfast hamper and local information guides. ## Reviews 4.0 ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Duke of Wellington HQ This historic building and the refurbished apartment definitely offers the wow factor - the chance to stay in the Duke of Wellington’s headquarters doesn’t come about every day! Located centrally in Hastings Old Town it is also in the perfect location!. First Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Netflix, Sofa Bed (Double) Dining area. Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher Separate Toilet. Second Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet Third Floor: Bedroom 2: Day Bed Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Toilet. Electric panel heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available. Welcome pack. Sea fishing. Parking in public car park at cost (2 minutes’ walk); additional parking free of charge 5 minutes’ walk away: also on road parking(restricted). No smoking. Please note: There are multiple steps at the property. No children under 11 years old without prior authorisation. Sorry, no hen or stag parties.. Have you ever considered staying in the Duke of Wellington’s Headquarters? Well now is your chance! Forming part of this Grade II listed unique building overlooking the High Street of Hastings Historic Old Town, this apartment, situated over three floors, is filled with an abundance of luxurious furnishings and fittings and antique furniture the Duke would be proud of. Taking pride of place on the wall outside the living room window is the historic blue plaque confirming that the property was the headquarters of Major General Sir Anthony Wellesley, later to become the Duke of Wellington in 1806. Only a few minutes walk away from the beach, bars and restaurants along with the boutique shops of the Old Town, this property is perfectly located to get around. The apartment itself has been refurbished to a very high standard and has been filled with unique items and antique furniture, some of which are available to purchase. A painting of the Duke adorns the communal hallway leading up to the first floor apartment and once inside you will not be disappointed. To the first floor of the apartment is a separate toilet, a large open plan reception room and kitchen with a welcome basket filled with goodies from local shops, complimentary breakfast hamper, and local and event information guides awaiting your arrival. Two beautifully decorated bedrooms with en-suite facilities provide a kingsize bed to the first floor and a single day bed with the option of an additional single which could be made into a double upon request. There is further flexibility with the reception room offering a sofa bed in the lounge, again additional bedding can be provided on request. Hastings Old Town is the location of many festivals offering fun and frivolities. Whether it is the Jack in The Green May Day celebrations, Fat Tuesday, Carnival Week, Bonfire Night or the Old Town’s Food and Wine festival to name just a few, you are sure to have a great time. Why not visit the UKs steepest funicular railway located only a few minutes walk away and take one of the original Victorian coaches up to the top of the West Hill to visit Hastings Castle and St Clements Caves, the location of the smugglers adventures. Offering a choice of adventure, crazy golf or pirate golf, you can test your skills on the beachside courses. Hastings adventure course is home to the annual World Crazy Golf Championships. The Old town also benefits from Hastings Contemporary Jerwood Gallery, the Fisherman’s Museum, Blue Reef Aquarium along with an abundance of seaside favourites such as fish and chips, doughnuts, arcades and the Flamingo Amusement Park. The apartment is also within walking distance of Hastings with its pier and town centre with Hastings mainline railway station allowing you to get access to the capital in just under two hours. Nearby towns of Bexhill, Eastbourne and Rye are all worth a visit if you are driving, and nearby locations such as Winchelsea Beach or the sandy beach of Camber also offer another option alongside Hastings seafront. Parking can be found in the public car parks at Rock a Nore and Pelham Place at cost, and a short walk to free parking for four hours or unrestricted on road parking. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. Free WiFi There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. No children under 11 years old. No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed. Please note that due to the lay out of the apartment and the number of levels, the property may not be suitable for anyone with restricted mobility. No children under the age of 11 years without prior authorisation. Please no hen or stag parties. There is no washing machine provided, however there is a laundrette situated only a few doors away. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-UK38745-UK38745 ## About the area Hastings is home to this cottage. Adventure Golf Hastings and Carr Taylor Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit East Hill Lift and Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre. Blue Reef Aquarium and West Hill Lift are also worth visiting. [Visit our Hastings travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings.dx4650) [View more Cottages in Hastings](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Cottages.d4650-aaCottages.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%7C50.85692%2C0.59110&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WywzCwE-gFjDPzg7_2k9kyx4UiQ=) Hastings Old Town ### What's nearby - ![Smugglers Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081237/b52d7013-728c-447c-a1e8-41720e1f6f9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Smugglers Adventure 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Hastings Country Park which includes a park and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261035/cdd58dd4-516d-46f2-8d92-b267abb92d63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hastings Country Park 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Hastings Castle featuring heritage elements, general coastal views and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081191/0dbe763b-66b1-4d68-a45f-a85b7d6c8b00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hastings Castle 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![East Hill Lift featuring a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261031/d856d30c-28cc-4aeb-933b-cbe7860ac183.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) East Hill Lift 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Electric Palace 1 min walk \- 0.0 km ### Getting around - Hastings Station 15 min walk ### Restaurants - The Crown 2 min walk - The Jolly Fisherman 2 min walk - Jenny Lind 1 min walk - First in Last Out 3 min walk - Royal Albion 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Duke of Wellington HQ pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Duke of Wellington HQ? ### What time is check-out at Duke of Wellington HQ? ### Where is Duke of Wellington HQ located? ## Have a question? 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