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Battle, East Sussex, South of England
From £1176
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A beautifully handcrafted home which has been built from upcycling over many years.
The space brings you a sanctuary of relaxation and peace, and is set in the tranquillity of East Sussex nature.
I had bought the vehicle as a working horse truck in 2016 before it was totally stripped bare and put back together as a beautiful home.
It was blood, sweat and tears but the space has paid back dividends in mindfulness and peace.
I now invite other like-minded people to enjoy this creation.
The space
The space makes the most out of the shape and size.
Up front is a double bed above the cab which is accessed by a fixed ladder.
The lounge is built with a futon facing out to the glazed patio doors and adjacent woodburning stove. A bookshelf containing some interesting reads is in easy reach.
A kitchen area with gas oven and hob divides the lounge and front bed.
Out the rear is a separated room with 3 bunks, 2 of which fold to provide an office desk and monitor wall.
You will also find a W.C room and more storage.
A rear barn door provides air, light and a private entrance.
Other things to note
Although it's homely, it should be appreciated that it's also close to nature.
The horsebox will rock in the wind, and if it rains you'll hear it. It is all part of the experience and a little romantic when the weather does come in.
The horsebox is off-grid; a solar panel provides power for lighting and USBs, and 1000w inverter provides power for small electrical items. It won't power a hair dryer with the heat setting on.
The toilet is a flushing chemical toilet but I don't use chemicals, so it would be appreciated if it could be used for emergency no1's.
A composting toilet is on site.
There are ladders and steps and cupboards etc so the space is not suitable for under 8 year olds.
House Rules:
Check-in: 15:00 - 21:00
Check out: 12:00
Not suitable for infants (children under 8 years with prior authorisation from property owner)
No smoking
No pets
No parties or events
Additional rules
There's no appropriate age parameters on Airbnb but the accommodation isn't suitable for under 8s.
This is due to the nature of self builds and breakables and falls etc.. Obviously, contact me with any queries.
No smoking appreciated.
I don't charge cleaning so please could you leave it as tidy as you found it.
Thank you ☺️
This cabin is located in Battle. Battle Abbey and Battlefield and Bateman's are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Battle Golf Club and Sedlescombe Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Priory Lane or Arlington Stadium.
Hailsham Country House is a magnificent home for a family getaway that elegantly blends traditional charm with modern delights!
Throughout this spectacular home you’ll find enchanting details and original 17th century features, from beamed ceilings, to impressive tables and rugs, to the inglenook fireplace and this wondrous feature staircase! As you step inside you’re greeted by a stunning long hallway, complete with original beams and beautifully furnished with period furniture set around an open fire! There are countless living areas, from the wonderful warm and bright conservatory with table football for the kids (and big kids!), to several more casual spaces with sofas. The kitchen, with navy, white and light wood creating an inviting space. For more formal occasions is the heart of the home, with a stunning set up for 10 - 12 guests, and even a bar alongside it with tons of fine glassware for a tipple or two!
Across the home there are four excellent bedrooms, each wonderfully spacious and welcoming. Three of the rooms feature both a king-size bed and extra twin beds, to create space for plenty of guests and families, while there’s an additional twin room, too. As well as a shower room provide a delightfully sparkling space with huge walk-in showers, or large bathtub for you to enjoy some pampering in glorious surroundings.
Heading out onto your superb terrace you’ll find the incredible covered pool, with chairs to sit alongside in between dips! There’s even a sauna for you to feel totally cleansed and relaxed! The home is set among a private garden with mature trees, a lovely large lawn and fabulous casual seating throughout.
With this fabulous location just a few minutes from the coast in the beautiful county of East Sussex, Hailsham Country House offers guests an ideal spot for enjoying the countryside, the seaside, and a few fabulous towns in between!
You’re right on the cusp of the stunning High Weald Area of Natural Beauty, a vast, pristine landscape dotted with medieval manors, ancient woodland and picture-perfect scenery. Indeed, a maze of rolling countryside, abbeys and battlefields, medieval villages, bustling market towns and gorgeous coastline, East Sussex is also the most forested county in England! Diverse, inspirational landscapes and breath-taking views from the endless tranquil and unspoilt settings make this an incredibly enticing county right on the south coast of England. And that’s not to mention its 90 miles of stunning beaches and vibrant towns!
With 1,750 hours of sunshine per year, ‘Sussex by the Sea’ offers some of the sunniest and cleanest beaches in the UK, including the traditional English seaside town of Brighton, whose beach is renowned for its packed seafront. And then there’s Eastbourne, Bexhill-on-Sea, Hastings and St Leonard’s, to name but a few. Take a trip to Hastings old town, the shipwreck heritage centre and flamingo adventure park for the perfect day out!
There are endless fabulous homes and gardens to visit, including Great Dixter House and Garden, Michelham Priory and Sheffield Park Garden with an array of stunning colours, exotic flora, magnificent gardens, elegant lakes and even a sculpture trail! Meanwhile, for something a little more lively, one of the major seaside resorts of Britain, Brighton, less than 40 minutes away, offers some funky nightlife, offbeat shopping in alternative boutiques and traditional British seaside fun! Brighton has a rich, varied and exciting nightlife, and in May holds the Brighton Fringe Festival abounding with street performers, theatre groups, musicians, guided walks and other lively and fascinating events.
For an active day in the sunshine, stretch your legs on the South Downs Way, which traverses from Eastbourne to Winchester along England’s newest national park, the South Downs National Park, with 1,600km2 of breath-taking views and hidden gems. Indeed, if you’re a keen walker or cyclist, there’s 3500km of walking paths, bridleways and scenic roads, including the well-establish routes of the Cuckoo Trail, and the incredible Forest Way.
Herstmonceux, East Sussex, South of England
From £784
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Heartsease is one of two extra-large (6m x 2.4m) Shepherds huts retreats at the bottom of the owner's beautiful rural garden, overlooking miles of rolling countryside. There's a super-comfortable kingsize bed, a kitchenette, a seating/dining area and a luxury shower room. It feels like you're in the fields but there's no long walk with luggage and all mod cons including excellent wifi. It's got a private area of garden with a little patio with a bistro set and a private hot tub. Access to shared garden with BBQs and firepit.
Tucked away down a little lane with trees meeting over the top in places, 15 minutes walk from the charming Sussex village of Herstmonceux, nestle Heartsease and her sister hut Meadowsweet. Designed to be the perfect antidote to the stress of modern urban life without sacrificing any of its creature comforts or modern connectivity, they enjoy uninterrupted views across an area of outstanding natural beauty and still have very civilized bathroom arrangements, 32" smart TVs, excellent wifi and good 4G reception. They're ideal for romantic breaks, retreats, shielding, isolating, working remotely or for groups who want to book more than one hut and have a socially-distanced reunion.
Horses clop down the lane and the air is filled with bird song. At night you can hear owls. There is a farmer along the lane who has equipment in use and large vehicles during the week sometimes so it's more reliably peaceful at night and weekends. There's a private patio especially for you outside your hut and a much larger shared patio in the middle of the garden with two charcoal barbecues, a fire pit and pots of fresh herbs which you are welcome to use. Next to the big patio is the new Therapy Room built during the latest lock-down, where guests are able to book treatments such as Aromatherapy massage, Reflexology and Reiki. The owner is an artist, music teacher and Reiki practitioner who lives in the main house with one child.
Newly built and finished to a high standard, the huts offer a level of comfort far beyond what might have been available to a shepherd in times gone by. Much bigger than a traditional hut, each has more than enough room for the king-size bed which has a 3000 pocket sprung mattress topped with memory foam, goose feather/down duvets and pillows, high quality linen, deliciously supersoft blankets and a sumptuous array of cushions to lounge on whilst you drink in the magnificent view. Should you require a bottle of chilled Champagne or Prosecco on arrival this can be arranged with the owner.
Heartsease is the furthest hut from the main house and the nearest to the fields behind the garden, which are often occupied by sheep or horses. At the moment we also have cows and calves :) The windows in the bed area are dual aspect and you can look out and feel like you're right in amongst the animals but actually you're a few feet the other side of the fence and a few yards from your car. There are fairy lights around the bed for night time. Unlike some huts, our beds are normal height and fixed in position, so there is no need to rearrange anything before going to bed or climb to get there. There is ample room for suitcases underneath, as well as a bedside cupboard and hooks with proper wooden hangers by the door and hooks in the bathroom.
Heartsease has a folding table and chairs in the main body of the hut. Opposite is the kitchenette, which has a small fridge, a sink and a small tabletop oven/grill with a two-ring stove on top. It's equipped with pans, crockery, cutlery, utensils and basics such as cling film, foil, kitchen roll, washing up liquid, cooking oil, mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup and seasoning. It's also got tea, coffee, sugar, herbal teas, a kettle and a cafetiere. There's a 32" Smart TV which can be angled towards the dining area or the bed.
Opposite the door there's a rocking chair ideal for admiring the view through the door/reading/strumming an instrument/snoozing by the little electric flame-effect stove which provides a warm glow and variable heat in winter as well as cool air in summer. The hut also has an oil-filled radiator by the foot of the bed which can be left on all the time in winter, making it much nicer, cleaner, quieter and safer to sleep in than having a real fire or fan heater running all night whilst ensuring you'll wake up warm and cosy. The huts are very thoroughly insulated to keep them warm in winter and cool in summer. There’s also a HEPA air filter which removes dust, bacteria and viruses which you are welcome to run during your stay.
To the left of the front door is an ensuite shower room with big super-absorbent towels, soap and shower gel/shampoo. Because the huts are elevated off the ground and pointed towards the fields, you can see the beautiful view but nobody can see you, so you have a loo with a view :)
Outside Heartsease there's a little private patio with a bistro set and an area of garden which is secluded from the rest by the hut and has been recently landscaped and laid to turf and borders with a lot of flowering shrubs and bulbs. The view is really spectacular - the owner's favourite spot on the property - and because of the angle of the hut, something of a secret garden. As of June '23 it also houses a brand new hot tub exclusively for the use of Heartease's guests. It's got really strong massage jets, LED lights and a waterfall. It's utterly, deliciously, fabulously divine. Please be aware before you book there are some reasons you can't go in - if there're high winds or a thunderstorm, if you've got heart problems or are pregnant - or if you're wearing fake tan as the tan comes off the person and won't come off the tub!
There's a stepping stone path leading past the other hut, Meadowsweet (which you can't see from inside Heartease and can't see into your hut) across to the bigger communal patio with two charcoal BBQs, a wood-burning fire-pit that you can also cook on and the new treatment room, where guests can book Reiki, Reflexolgy and Aromatherapy massage treatments. There's also a giant chess set for guests to use. Beyond this is the garden gate to the driveway and a building housing the owner's art room and above, Treetops, another holiday home with a treehouse balcony.
Beyond Treetops is the main house and owner's lawn and veg plot which is not fenced off for aesthetic reasons but guests are asked not to go beyond the big shared patio. We encourage guests to feel welcome in the shared spaces and avoid going very near each others' front doors, none of which overlook each other. There are a maximum of six adult guests onsite at any one time, which makes social distancing easy and ensures the facilities are never too busy. You can choose to interact if you want to but it's a really big garden so if you'd rather keep yourselves to yourselves it's very easy to do so.
On top of Airbnb's enhanced cleaning protocol we are also running an ozone generator (which kills everything including viruses) between stays. This takes time for the gas to do it's work and then the accommodation has to be aired out before we can start cleaning, which has affected the check in and out times we are able to offer. If you want to come earlier and explore the area there are loads of things to do in our Guidebook for Herstmonceux which has lots of information about the local area, places to eat, walk and visit and activities available nearby. You can find it by clicking on my profile picture. If I'm ready early I'll let you know ASAP. Likewise, if I'm able to offer a slightly later checkout I'll let you know :)
We have a dog and a cat who are very friendly but not allowed in Heartsease because of people with allergies. Because we have our own pets we can't have anyone else's here and it wouldn't be fair to people with allergies so please don't book and then ask if you can bring your pet, no matter how well-behaved. Also if one of your party is afraid of animals please don't book as it's not practical to keep the dog in all day. He loves a game of ball and is very affectionate. If you play with him please use the ball thrower or the gloves provided.
If you'd like Reiki it's £37 for a 45 minute session of full body and mind relaxation and restoration or £49 for an hour and quarter, which is a double dose and more suitable if you have more significant physical/emotional challenges to face. I have a colleague who can sometimes visit and who offers Aromatherapy massage and Reflexology. It's £30 for a 30 minute neck, back and shoulder massage or £35 for a 40 minute Reflexology foot massage. Treatments need to be pre-booked so they can be fitted in around existing work commitments.
If you’re interested in booking more than one of our places at the same time please click on my profile to see my other listings and check availability. The location is ideal for socially distanced reunions enjoying the great outdoors together while having your own separate accommodation. It's also a great venue for face-to-face team meetings/corporate treats because the wifi is great in all the accommodation and there's even a wifi router on the big guest patio.
Weeknights are cheaper and there's a 10% discount on stays of a week or more.
Located in Hailsham, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Observatory Science Centre and Hailsham Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Herstmonceux Castle and Michelham Priory. Blackstock Farm and Knockhatch Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Set in the dazzling rural landscape of Sussex and enjoying a private hot tub, the Hobbit House is a wonderfully unique and cosy home for four, built by local craftsman using local materials!
You’ll enter the house through the distinctive round door and find a whole other world inside! A starry blue ceiling with perfect atmospheric lighting shines down on this enchanting wood-filled circular room. You’ll feel like you’re wearing fish-eye goggles, with everything enjoying a totally bizarre curvature! The vaulted and beamed ceiling and oak flooring perfectly frame the fabulous central living area, complete with a wood burning stove beside the gorgeous patchwork sofa. This natural ambience is complemented by luxurious additions, including underfloor heating throughout, a Smart TV and an excellent modern kitchen.
The home has two exceptional bedrooms, majestic in their simplicity and elegance. Like the rest of the home, the walls, windows and doors are curved, and the vibrant yellow is beautifully life-filled. Each room is complete with a king-size bed and a wall-mounted TV and both have dazzling ensuite shower rooms. Here you’ll find fabulous walk-in showers with heated towel rails set against brick-wall interiors.
And finally – step outside to your delightful garden, down the pathway there’s your very own hot tub! This is perfect for those who enjoy relaxing just as much as the great outdoors – with views across the rolling hills of the Sussex countryside! You can dine inside or out and enjoy the stunning views from across the garden.
In the stunning surrounding landscape you can enjoy relaxing walks along the river to Bodiam Castle or even a trip to the golden sands of Camber beach. Foodies will be delighted by the Hub where you can pick up locally produced food and wine, while for those who enjoy active pursuits, you can dive into a day of cycling in Bedgebury Forest or even set off in your own kayaks from the riverbank! Indeed, the house is located in the owner's own vineyard which products a sparkling rosé that you must try, sold in the local restaurants!
A maze of rolling countryside, abbeys and battlefields, medieval villages, bustling market towns and gorgeous coastline, East Sussex is also the most forested county in England! Diverse, inspirational landscapes and breath-taking views from the endless tranquil and unspoilt settings make this an incredibly enticing county right on the south coast of England. And that’s not to mention its 90 miles of stunning beaches and vibrant towns and cities!
Around 45 minutes away, in the fabulous, family-focused town of Eastbourne, one of England’s most genteel seaside resorts you’ll find serene boating lakes, Victorian gardens and a three-tier promenade! This is also the location of the famous sights of the dramatic Seven Sisters chalk cliffs and Beachy Head, the UK's highest chalk cliff at 531ft (160m) above sea level, offering stunning views over the English Channel.
Hidden villages and towns blitzed by bloody Norman battles, cool seaside resorts and flourishing vineyards, traditional country pubs and thriving market towns, ancient woodland and lowland heaths are all tucked among a maze of criss-crossing paths and lanes and country roads. Views of rolling farmland and historic estates in all directions add a sense of the timeless elegance of Sussex and its rich variety of wildlife and habitats among a beautifully varied geography. Idle your way through the cobbled medieval streets of Rye, the flat marshes of Pevensey, the high Ground of Ashdown Forest, beautiful lowlands and river landscapes of the Lower Weald and the maze of avenues through Friston and Ashdown Forests.
With 1,750 hours of sunshine per year, 'Sussex by the Sea' offers some of the sunniest and cleanest beaches in the UK, including the traditional English seaside town of Brighton, whose beach is renowned for its packed seafront. And then there’s Eastbourne, Bexhill-on-Sea, Hastings and St Leonard’s, to name but a few. Take a trip to Hastings old town, the shipwreck heritage centre and flamingo adventure park for the perfect day out!
There are endless fabulous homes and gardens to visit, including Great Dixter House and Garden, Michelham Priory and Sheffield Park Garden with an array of stunning colours, exotic flora, magnificent gardens, elegant lakes and even a sculpture trail! At the priory you’ll even find a medieval cloister garden and the longest medieval moat in England!
For an active day in the sunshine, stretch your legs on the South Downs Way, which traverses from Eastbourne to Winchester along England’s newest national park, the South Downs National Park, with 1,600km2 of breath-taking views and hidden gems. Indeed, if you’re a keen walker or cyclist, there’s 3500km of walking paths, bridleways and scenic roads, including the well-establish routes of the Cuckoo Trail, and the incredible Forest Way.
If traveling from far away, just outside East Sussex, Gatwick Airport services the whole world, while Brighton City Airport (often called Shoreham Airport) provides flights to many UK airports.
Tucked away in the upper reaches of the ancient Rother Valley, it overlooks a dew pond on the edge of private ancient woodland. Making it the ideal abode for a family trip or couples break.
Saint Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex, South of England
From £658
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Relax at our gorgeous 3 bedroom Caravan in one of the popular neighbourhoods of Saint Leonards-on-sea. There is plently to see and do in the local area.
Based on a Very busy and popular Family Holiday- Combe Haven.
As a self-catering Caravan you’ll find everything you need for a perfect stay.
The kitchen has a fridge, a hob, an oven, a kettle, a freezer and a microwave.
The Caravan is a perfect place to relax and offers a television and internet access as well as fully Air Conditioned.
This Caravan had 3 bedrooms and can comfortably sleep 8.
In the first bedroom, you will find a double bed.
In the next bedroom, there is 2 single bed’s
The third bedroom contains 2 single beds
Also a double sofa bed in lounge
There are 2 bathrooms.
The first bathroom has a toilet and sink and a walk-in shower.
The second bathroom has a toilet and sink.
Linen and towels are all included to make your stay more enjoyable.
House Rules:
- Check-in time is 2pm and check-out is 11am.
- Smoking is not allowed.
- There are on-site parking facilities available at the property.
- Pets ARE allowed at the property
This cabin is located in St Leonards-On-Sea. White Rock Theatre and Hastings Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include BattleZone Live and Clambers. Traveling with kids? Consider West Hill Lift, or check out an event or a game at Priory Lane.
Camber, East Sussex, South of England
From £616
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Lovely 2 bed, family friendly chalet perfectly situated in a quiet part of the park, but close to facilities and swimming pools. Rooms are made up of a double bedroom and a second bedroom with bunkbeds and additional single bed sleeping 5 total. The bathroom boasts a full size bath with over-shower, which is a lovely addition for families with small children. The decor and comfort has been given a lot of attention, giving a relaxing beachy feel throughout Lots of green area for children to play safely close by the chalet. Parking spaces close by on a first come, first serve basis.
PLEASE NOTE - All Facilities, restaurants and shops will be closed from 14th November 2022 and will reopen Friday 10th Feb 2023. There may be disruption to utilities during this time as the park will be carrying out scheduled maintenance.
LOUNGE – Open plan living room/kitchen, free standing furniture. Free view TV with built in DVD player. Dining table with chairs.
KITCHEN – Fully equipped kitchen and plenty of cooking space. fridge with under-counter fridge/freezer
BEDROOMS – Main double bedroom, plus 2nd bedroom with one single and bunk bed
BATHROOMS – Main bathroom with shower, bath, toilet and sink.
PARKING - Short distance away on a first come first served basis
DISTANCE TO PLAY AREA - 1-2 minute walk
DISTANCE TO ENTERTAINMENT - 1-2 minute walk
DISTANCE TO BEACH - 3-5 minute walk.
PETS - Not pet friendly
All bookings include linen and towels dressed onto the beds plus a cleaning pack.
PLEASE NOTE ENTERTAINMENT PASSES ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY AND WOULD NEED TO BE PURCHASED EITHER IN ADVANCE OR UPON ARRIVAL. YOU REQUIRE THESE TO HAVE ACCESS TO RESTAURANTS, BARS, OUTSIDE AREAS AND ALL OTHER FACILITIES AFTER 5PM. YOU WILL ALSO REQUIRE ENTERTAINMENT PASSES TO ACCESS SWIMMING POOLS AT ANY TIME.
Located in Rye, this chalet is near the beach. High Weald and Rye Harbour Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Light Railway and Romney Sands Station. Rye Farm World and South of England Rare Breeds Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Sitting in an absolutely gorgeous spot just moments from the seafront and east of Brighton’s city centre in Kemptown Village, Kemptown Place is a fabulous, very tasteful three bedroom Victorian house. Its renovation is astounding. The house is sprinkled with super cool radiators, sumptuous contemporary furnishings, top-of-the-range fittings and gorgeous light fittings, all blended beautifully with fabulous period features.
Kemptown is an upmarket mix of grand seafront crescents and elegant squares. It stretches to Brighton Marina and offers a wonderful array of independent shops which are within easy walking distance of the house. You will discover the lovely Kemptown Bookshop, the Butler’s Wine Cellar, Brampton’s Butcher, The Open Bakery and cosy coffee shops. In moments you can be enjoying the vibrant delights of Brighton, Hove and the wonderful South Downs National Park.
Kemptown Place is ideal for those that appreciate trendy interior design and the finer things in life. It is perfect for families and groups of friends. Within its smart Victorian exterior, its clean lines and cool vibe will encourage you to embrace the calm. You will find sumptuously stylish fabrics and scandi style furnishings within a lovely soft natural colour palette and the odd colour splash. The large double aspect living room comes in dazzling white with soft grey contemporary furnishings, a large Smart television and a wonderful wood burning stove for evenings snuggling up together watching a movie. The snug is lovely too with gorgeous seating and another large television, perfect if you have little ones wanting to chill while the adults plan their holiday adventures in the living room. The dining room is bright and cheery, a real hub of the house. A wireless speaker is provided so that you can listen to your favourite tunes along with dinner. The kitchen is just fabulous, a modern, contemporary gem in bright turquoise and with the best of appliances including a Lavazza coffee machine and milk frother. Guests can pull up a stool at the breakfast bar to keep the chef in your group company. Your laundry appliances are kept in a cupboard in the hall.
Each of the bedrooms is beautifully appointed and comes with its own bathroom. On the first floor you will find two bedrooms, one with a sumptuous kingsize bed and ensuite bathroom with a rainfall shower and the other with a beautifully dressed double bed. Guests staying in this room have use of the family bathroom with its superb bright yellow roll top bath and walk-in shower. There is a door in this bathroom to the roof terrace. Even your playful pooch can make their own way out to the terrace through the dog flap!
On the landing of the second floor, there is a sofa bed which you could use for an extra adult guest or two small children. The top floor bedroom boasts another quality kingsize bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower. Every bathroom is super cool with a wonderful blend of contemporary and traditional fittings.
The roof terrace is a wonderful addition with bench seating and a table and chairs. How lovely to be able to spend a summer evening opening a few bottles of wine and enjoying the warm air!
Kemptown Place sits just a few minutes from the seafront and a wonderful selection of shops and eateries in the Kemptown area of Brighton. As well as gorgeous cafes, independent shops and restaurants, there is a mobile farm shop that arrives on Fridays and parks diagonally opposite the house. At the beach, you will find a children’s playground, adventure golf and the Beach Box Sauna. The Palace Pier has an observation post dedicated to capturing the murmuration of the starlings that roost there and is a brilliant spot for seeing great flocks in the sky just before sunset between November and March. A short walk from the house takes you along the seafront into central Brighton or in the other direction to the marina.
Brighton is brimming with cultural delights as well as hundreds of independent boutiques and big name shops. There are many award winning restaurants serving the regular seaside fish and chips as well as creative vegetarian menus. Brighton and Hove offer plenty of entertainment for all ages, some large scale wonders and some quirky and offbeat. One of the classic attractions is Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace with iconic domes and minarets as well as a fascinating history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. There are fantastic collections to explore which have previously come from Buckingham Palace. A trip to Brighton’s Beach is not complete without a stroll along the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. On the beach, children love Brighton Zip, a thrilling ride on the seafront. Visitors can escape to the skies to see Brighton in another light on British Airways i360 attraction. You will glide up gently to one hundred and thirty eight metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and its beachside shop for gifts. Those that enjoy shopping can head to The Lanes for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. For some evening entertainment, Brighton Dome is Brighton’s premier venue for music, theatre and family events. Other popular attractions are Sea Life Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Booth Museum of Natural History, Preston Manor, Brighton’s Walk of Fame and the Brighton Music Tunnel.
To escape the hustle and bustle, visitors also enjoy Preston Park which is home to the Preston Twins which are believed to be the oldest Elm trees in the country. Hove’s St Ann’s Well Gardens and Stanmer Park are also popular.
Within easy reach, Borde Hill Gardens in Haywards Heath is a wonderful place to visit. In the springtime there are magnificent displays of early flowering magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas. Summer brings the glorious fragrance of hundreds of roses and colourful blooms. Autumn transforms the colours of the mature and award winning trees in its Grade II listed landscape. Warren Wood and Stephanie’s Glad come alive with carpets of bluebells and wood anemones. Families enjoy the adventure playground and the numerous family events hosted throughout the year. Borde Hill House is an Elizabethan Tudor mansion built in 1598. It provides a fabulous backdrop for the formal seventeen acre garden which flows in a series of stunning garden rooms.
Wine lovers enjoy exploring the vineyards across the county who produce sparkling wine to rival champagne. Many visitors also head along the coast to Rye, Hastings and the beautiful Camber Sands. Helifly at Shoreham Airport organise helicopter tours over the area and trips to country houses for elegant lunches or afternoon tea.
The South Downs Devil’s Dyke, just five miles north of Brighton, boasts stunning panoramas, a record breaking valley and a curious history. At nearly a mile long, the Dyke valley is the longest, deepest and widest 'dry valley' in the UK.
The medieval town of Rye is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and beautiful distant views across Romney Marsh. You will discover ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages which attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports. Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border.
Lewes Barn boasts the most amazing interior design imaginable. This phenomenal property is a masterpiece and it is easy to understand why word has spread and the barn is seriously popular as both a holiday home and an event space for team meetings and away days or breaks. Offering incredible luxury, a scenic backdrop of rolling hills and big skies, an endless list of treats, a fabulous location close to Lewes, Brighton, Glyndebourne and Charleston and only an hour from London and a high impressive list of contacts and entertainment options, Lewes Barn is a very exciting proposition. You can escape to the heart of the South Downs, let your senses run wild, you can dine in style with private chefs boasting amazing accolades, you can unleash your creativity or simply nest in a house that offers the most sensational attention to detail.
Lewes Barn boasts two exceptional living spaces, three gorgeous bedrooms and wonderful outside spaces. It is ideal for weekend breaks, family or friends holidays, celebrations, events and work related trips. The barn is an established creative shoot location and unsurprisingly its philosophy is stylish, functional, inspirational. One of its many treats is a quality outdoor hot tub where you can relax in style under the stars.
The South Downs National Park is perfect for those that love the outdoors, the cosmopolitan town of Brighton is super cool and super charged, Glyndebourne is as sophisticated as its comes and Lewes is steeped in history, offering charming eateries, fabulous galleries and a wonderful array of quirky shops. Lewes Barn is tucked away in the tiny hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. The barn is surrounded by family-owned boutique vineyards, meandering river trails, ancient woodland, a dramatic coastline including the chalky cliffs of the Seven Sisters, Beachy Head and Cuckmere Haven, the busy River Ouse, Plumpton and Brighton racecourses and enchanting gardens including Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Bateman’s. Guests can busy themselves all day long and return to be cocooned in comfort, style and luxury.
Lewes Barn is drowned in natural light through its south facing windows and doors and enjoys original architectural features and high ceilings. It has been beautifully converted to offer all the modern luxuries and attention to detail you might expect from a top-notch holiday home. Your ground floor living space offers a sumptuous Maker and Son corner sofa and love seat, an outstanding, sociable fully-fitted kitchen that makes cooking joyful and a fabulous dining area with gorgeous countryside views and handcrafted Outerspace Living oak furniture. The kitchen includes a coffee maker, dishwasher and an Everhot stove for eco-conscious cooking. Everywhere, underfloor heating keeps your toes lovely and toasty in cooler months. The handy boot-room doubles as a laundry room. The mezzanine level is equally fantastic with giant fluffy chairs that you want to curl up in and sofas where you can lose yourself in your holiday read. You can step out to the large terrace with its fabulous corner sofa and uninterrupted views of the South Downs National Park.
The barn’s three bedrooms enjoy super comfortable Indigo beds complete with Hypnos quality mattresses, top-notch duvets, pillows and luxurious, crispy organic cotton sheets from Dip & Doze with Piglet bedding used during the Summer months. One bedroom offers a kingsize bed and a very smart wet room, the second is another double room that enjoys a south-facing aspect and has access to an adjacent bathroom. The gorgeous twin room also has access to another adjacent bathroom. All of the bedrooms enjoy calming hues. The two doubles are located on the ground floor, one with wheelchair access and the twin is on the mezzanine level. The contemporary bathrooms are immaculate wonders, one a wet room, one a shower room and, on the mezzanine level, the final bathroom offers a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. For those in larger groups of eight, a further two guests can make use of the adjacent studio space, which comprises of an additional bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette.
As well as the upper, beautifully furnished terrace, Lewes Barn enjoys a wonderful private garden and courtyard with a fabulous alfresco lounge area and dining area and a barbecue. The hot tub is a popular spot. You just need to remember to take a bottle of fizz and glasses! There is on-site parking for up to five cars with two electric charging points.
Lewes Barn is the perfect place to relax, reconnect and re-energise. It is perfect for holidays and also for business purposes having been created by Leadership Consultant and Executive Coach, Anni Townend. Guests can enjoy a ‘Fine Dining’ experience brought by Richard Falk of The Diary in Clapham and Michelin-starred The Ledbury fame or a touch of pampering in the comfort of your room from a highly skilled therapist.
Lewes Barn is located in the sleepy hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. It is a fantastic location where guests can enjoy the great outdoors and some fabulous towns and villages. Lewes is perfect for quirky shops, charming galleries and wonderful eateries. It is a lively country town with a very attractive, historic high street. It is famous for its 1000 year old Norman castle and its bonfire celebrations. It is brimming with cobbled streets and Grade II listed houses and boasts the Anne of Cleves House Museum which formed part of Queen Anne’s annulment settlement from Henry VIII. You will enjoy boutique shopping, the town’s 15th century bookshop, browsing the antique shops and stopping for refreshments at some wonderful cafes. The Lewes Garland Day goes back to Victorian days and takes place on the first May bank holiday with local Morris dancers and lots of floral garlands.
Other events in the area are the Glyndebourne Festival which starts in May with world class opera, a quintessentially English summer experience and a July extravaganza, Love Supreme. This is a top jazz festival in the stunning surroundings of Glynde Place. September sees Artwave, an annual festival of artists with displays of jewellery, textiles, metalwork, ceramics, glass, crafts, furniture, paintings and printmaking. The bonfire celebrations take place in Lewes on 5 November, a thrilling spectacle.
The South Downs National Park is a walker’s paradise with epic views, meandering rivers and ancient forests. Walkers encounter native wildlife as well as welcoming village pubs. The South Downs Way is a 100 mile footpath stretching from Winchester in Hampshire to Eastbourne in Sussex. The path can be used by cyclists and horse riders too. Guests can hire e-bikes from Mr Cycles and arrange delivery to Lewes Barn. Lewes also boasts Cycle Shack where you can hire bikes. Those that prefer watersports can hire canoes or paddleboards at Cuckmere Haven or can kayak or sail at Ardingly Reservoir. Paddle boats can be hired at Barcombe, near Lewes to glide along the River Ouse.
There are a number of National Trust properties to visit including the home of poet and writer Vita Sackville-West, Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the cherished Jacobean home of writer Rudyard Kipling, Bateman’s. You may need to book in advance as they are very popular.
Brighton is brimming with cultural delights as well as hundreds of independent boutiques and big name shops. There are many award winning restaurants serving the regular seaside fish and chips as well as creative vegetarian menus. Brighton and Hove offer plenty of entertainment for all ages, some large scale wonders and some quirky and offbeat. One of the classic attractions is Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace with iconic domes and minarets as well as a fascinating history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. There are fantastic collections to explore which have previously come from Buckingham Palace. A trip to Brighton’s Beach is not complete without a stroll along the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. On the beach, children love Brighton Zip, a thrilling ride on the seafront. Visitors can escape to the skies to see Brighton in another light on British Airways i360 attraction. You will glide up gently to 138 metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and its beachside shop for gifts. Those that enjoy shopping can head to The Lanes for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. For some evening entertainment, Brighton Dome is Brighton’s premier venue for music, theatre and family events. Other popular attractions are Sea Life Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Booth Museum of Natural History, Preston Manor, Brighton’s Walk of Fame and the Brighton Music Tunnel.
The medieval town of Rye is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and beautiful distant views across Romney Marsh. You will discover ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages which attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports. Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border.
Perfectly situated in the pretty village of Pett, in the heart of the 1066 countryside with spectacular views across the Sussex countryside and out to sea makes this a great escape for couples. An ideal location for keen walkers who can take advantage of numerous footpaths that lead straight from the front door through woodlands and along the Coast, and with two village pubs, a tearoom, and a local butcher, all within walking distance from the property you can easily leave the car at home. Just a short drive away is the beach at nearby Pett Level, an ideal spot for bird watching or to see the unique petrified forest. Hastings Old Town is also nearby, full of restaurants, independent shops, coffee shops and traditional seaside entertainment. This unique accommodation gives you exclusive use of The Woodland Wagon which has been lovingly hand built by the owner, a 1940 s Showman s Wagon, Summer House, Piano Room and a large former Gumbo tent that was featured in the film King Arthur and now offers a private space for contemplation, yoga or tai chi. Entering the Woodland Wagon into the open plan studio area you are greeted with spectacular woodland views, two comfy chairs, a dining table, and a Smart TV. The kitchen area has all you need to cook a light meal or whip up a snack with a combi microwave oven and electric hob and fridge with ice compartment. After a busy day exploring the local area retreat to the king size bed for a comfortable night s sleep. Completing the inside of the wagon is a vanity basin and just a few steps away outside there is a shower room with shower and separate WC. Heading outside the heart of the woodland is a bird watches paradise and you will find woodland walks in abundance. Just a few metres from the Woodland Wagon you will find an outdoor seating area and a fire pit for barbecuing. Next to this is the spectacular Gumbo tent with its own log stove and twinkly lights, it is an ideal private space for yoga, tai chi or just relaxing and listening to the sounds of the woodland. A short walk away across the driveway you will find the Piano Room with a piano and wood burner, a great place to curl up with a book or why not treat yourself to a spa treatment. Continuing along the woodland path leads you to the beautiful 1940's showman's wagon which has a wood burner for those chilly days and spectacular countryside and sea views from the decked seating area. Heading back down the driveway towards the Woodland Wagon you will find the Summer House where you have use of the commercial pizza oven, camper roast master and an additional fridge. There is private parking for one car
