Large House for Groups in Hastings
Archery Retreat is a large house for groups in St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings, East Sussex. The house is designed for shared stays, with a large kitchen and dining area, separate lounge, cinema room, garden and space for up to 10 guests.
A House Built Around Shared Living
At the centre of Archery Retreat is the way the house supports shared living.
Rather than relying on a single large room, the house is made up of a sequence of connected spaces. This allows groups to come together naturally while also providing the flexibility to spread out.
This structure creates a more relaxed and adaptable experience, particularly for larger groups.
Kitchen and Dining – The Core of the House
The kitchen and dining area form the centre of the house.
This is where much of the time is spent preparing food, sharing meals and gathering throughout the day. The space is designed to accommodate groups comfortably, making it easy to cook, eat and spend time together without constraint.
Whether used for informal meals or more structured group dining, it supports the rhythm of a group stay.
The Main Lounge – Space to Gather
The main living room provides a comfortable and open space to gather.
Positioned to take advantage of natural light, it offers a place to sit, talk or unwind during the day. The proportions of the room allow multiple people to use the space without it feeling crowded.
It acts as a central meeting point within the house.
Cinema Room – A Separate Space
A dedicated cinema room provides a different kind of space within the house.
It allows part of the group to step away from the main living areas, creating a quieter environment for films or rest. This separation is particularly useful during longer stays, where different activities need to happen simultaneously.
Garden and Outdoor Space
The garden extends the living space beyond the interior of the house.
It offers a place for outdoor dining, morning coffee or simply a change of pace from inside. The connection between the house and the garden allows the space to be used flexibly depending on the time of day and season.
Movement and Flow Through the House
One of the defining qualities of Archery Retreat is how the spaces connect.
Guests are able to move easily between rooms, allowing different activities to take place at the same time — cooking, reading, watching a film or spending time outside.
This sense of flow is what makes the house work particularly well as a large house for groups.
Designed for Different Types of Stays
The living spaces adapt depending on how the house is used.
For family stays, they allow everyone to come together comfortably. For celebrations, they provide enough space without overcrowding. For retreats, they offer a balance between shared areas and quieter zones.
This adaptability is central to the way the house functions.
A Natural Way to Spend Time Together
The living spaces are not defined by a single feature, but by how they work together.
They create an environment where groups can settle in, move freely and use the house in a way that feels natural, rather than structured.
The house is also well suited to retreats, where both shared and private spaces are important.
