Magpie Cottage

Welcome to Magpie Cottage, the artist’s cottage between Wilmington and Arlington in East Sussex, run by Jim and Josie Tipler.

With walls adorned with original artwork inside and murals and mosaics outside, this beautiful and secluded rural home is the perfect location for relaxing but inspiring breaks.

A delightful 2 bedroom, single story, artist’s cottage close to the South Downs National Park. It has its own charming walled garden, within the gardens of Pickhams, complete with murals. Stripped wood floors, original artist’s work in each room, the comfortable accommodation is suitable for families and dogs are welcome.

Art Holidays

Add the option of either one-to-one or group art tuition with artist, Josie Tipler, to enjoy a highly creative Art Holiday.

Sleeps up to 6 - 2 double bedrooms, double sofa bed in living room
Dog friendly - private walled garden, walks on the doorstep
Family friendly - travel cot and highchair available
Secluded location but within walking distance of 2 rural railway stations
Off road parking on driveway shared with main house
Private garden with access to main house gardens
Wifi, TV, DVDs, books
Self catering - breakfast ingredients provided on request
2 local pubs within walking distance, both serve excellent food
Dark night skies perfect for star gazing
Option of art tuition with all materials and equipment supplied

Larger parties of up to 11 can be accommodated if also booking our neighbour's cottage next door (100 yards).Please ask.

Jim is a graphic designer, Josie is an artist and they are both musicians in the folk duo, Milton Hide. Many of their songs are inspired by the local area and characters.
They live at next door with Josie's mum, Jill, a dog and 2 cats.

Covid - Cleaning

July 2020 - In the current climate (Covid 19) we have committed to the extra cleaning regime to make sure you are safe during your stay. We are therefore allowing 2 nights between bookings to ensure we have time for all of the new protocols and have increased our cleaning fees slightly (to £60 per booking). We will be taking bookings for a minimum of 4 nights for the next few months.