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Fort Leicester is a magnificent 19th century fort
that once was home to a defence force protecting Jersey’s
North coast from French invasion. While conditions
in the fort may once have been sparse this is certainly
no longer the case with a level of comfort that does
justice to the beautiful views that it commands.
The stunning location of the fort immediately lends
itself for use as holiday accommodation. The fort
is split into two separate areas. A German searchlight
position, added during the Occupation years of the
Second World War, on the lower level houses the kitchen
and dining area with ‘patio’ doors opening
on to a balcony area with wonderful views of Bouley
Bay, the Echréhous Reef and the distant coast
of France. This area can also be used for extra sleeping
accommodation should you want to share the experience
with friends.
On the lower level of the 1836 guardhouse there is
a spacious bathroom and a second bedroom, while the
delightful main bedroom, with open fireplace, is on
the upper floor. The Fort sleeps six comfortably but
can accommodate eight and includes a double bedroom
(plus daybed), adult bunks in the second bedroom and
a sofa bed in the sitting room. The fort also boasts
two semi-private garden spaces for long summer evenings
and drawn out barbeques. This accommodation is ideal
for families wanting self-catering with a difference,
sailors, fishermen, divers and those with an appreciation
of history and heritage looking for an unusual holiday
destination. From walking Jersey’s outstanding
cliff paths to swimming in the sea you are not far
from any holiday pursuit that takes your fancy or
simply relaxing in the quiet away from the bustle
of home. Steep path and steps leading up to fort.
The fort is on split-levels so there are steps within
the grounds. The property is adjacent to cliffs and
has high walls and long drops.
Main
Bedroom
Lounge View
Kitchen/Diner
Bathroom
Bunkroom
Main Building
View
from Garden 
View from
Garden
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