East Sussex

East Sussex is a scenic ceremonial county in South East England known for its historic landmarks, dramatic cliffs like the Seven Sisters, vibrant coastal towns, and rich cultural festivals.

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Hill Croft Farm Pods - Hayfield Haven

This is a cosy, romantic countryside pod with a scenic view, featuring a ground-floor open plan living space and private outdoor seating area with fire pit and barbecue, suitable for up to two guests including one small dog.

3 miles from Battle Abbey

Battle Abbey is a historic Benedictine abbey site in East Sussex, England, built on the site of the Battle of Hastings. Visitors can explore the abbey ruins, enjoy the visitor centre with exhibitions and film, participate in audio tours of the battlefield, and use child-friendly facilities including a discovery room and playground.

2 miles from Sheffield Park and Garden

Sheffield Park and Garden is a large landscape and woodland garden in East Sussex, originally designed by Capability Brown. It features a significant collection of rare plants and trees, natural ponds, and extensive grounds for outdoor exploration. The garden remains a National Trust property and offers visitors a serene and historic natural environment.

3 miles from Penshurst Place and Gardens

Penshurst Place features 11 acres of historic formal gardens divided into unique themed rooms including an Italian garden and rose gardens, with facilities such as a children's play area and refreshments, offering visitors a rich outdoor horticultural experience.

Near Bateman's

Bateman's is a 17th-century Jacobean house in Burwash, East Sussex, known as the home of Rudyard Kipling. Visitors can explore the house preserved as it was in Kipling's time, including his study and collections, as well as the garden and the historic water mill on the estate.

Near High Beeches Woodland & Water Garden

High Beeches Woodland & Water Garden in West Sussex is a 27-acre botanical garden featuring rare and exotic plants, woodland glades, water gardens, and an ancient wildflower meadow. Visitors can enjoy seasonal displays, owner guided tours, a picnic area, and accessible facilities in a peaceful outdoor setting.

3 miles from Penshurst Place

Penshurst Place is a historic fortified medieval manor house in Kent surrounded by 11 acres of beautiful walled formal gardens. Visitors can explore the house's historical staterooms with family portraits and tapestries, stroll through the extensive gardens with fruit trees and water features, and enjoy onsite facilities including a café and shop. The venue offers accessibility features, activities for children, and is rich in history and seasonal events.

Near Devil's Dyke

Devil's Dyke near Brighton is a dramatic dry valley and scenic nature spot featuring historic hill fort remains, panoramic views, and rare chalk grassland habitat, ideal for walking, cycling, and exploring nature.

3 miles from Lamb House

Lamb House is an 18th-century writer's house museum in Rye, East Sussex, showcasing the home and garden of renowned authors like Henry James. Visitors can explore the historic interiors and the walled garden, enjoying both indoor and outdoor heritage experiences.

The Peacock Barn

The Peacock Barn is a single-storey detached barn conversion set on 80 acres of working farmland in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful rural retreat with far-reaching views and easy access to local historic sites and countryside walks.

Elsie's Hut

Elsie’s Hut is a bespoke shepherd’s hut set in a rural location near the South Downs National Park, offering a cosy, peaceful retreat with scenic views, garden space, and nearby countryside activities.

Brittons Hill Cottage

Brittons Hill Cottage is a historic thatched cottage dating back over 350 years, located in rural Kent countryside near Kent coastal towns and Rye, offering a peaceful and homely private retreat with outdoor space, a private hot tub, parking and Wi-Fi. The cottage is suitable for families and celebrations with character and charm in a countryside setting.

Near Horne's Place Chapel

Horne's Place Chapel is a late medieval timber-framed private chapel dating from 1276 near Appledore, Kent, noted for its exquisite architecture and historic significance as a Grade II* listed building. The chapel is open to visitors to view its interior, but the attached manor house remains private.

3 miles from Alfriston Clergy House

Alfriston Clergy House is a modest 14th-century Wealden hall house in East Sussex, notable as the first property acquired by the National Trust. It features timber framing, a thatched roof, and a historic cottage garden, offering visitors an authentic glimpse into medieval domestic architecture.

2 miles from 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield offers a combined indoor and outdoor historical experience including a visitor centre with interactive displays, battlefield walks with audio tours, abbey ruins, and a gatehouse exhibition, alongside a café and children's playground.

3 miles from Hole Park

Hole Park is a renowned private garden in Kent featuring extensive formal and wild gardens including Bluebell Wood, wildflower meadows, and woodland. The 16-acre site offers seasonal displays of flowers and topiary with a café serving homemade teas and light lunches. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens and courtyard.

Near Great Dixter House & Gardens

Great Dixter House & Gardens is a renowned historic house and garden in East Sussex featuring Christopher Lloyd's renowned horticultural design, accessible grounds, a café, a shop, and educational tours, suitable for visitors interested in gardening and heritage.

Tovey Lodge

This single-storey detached holiday cottage is set within 3 acres shared with the owners near South Downs National Park, providing a peaceful retreat for couples or small families with nearby village amenities and local attractions.

Henry Oscar House

This detached eco-friendly property is situated near the Cinque port town of Winchelsea with scenic rural views, close to beaches and nature reserves, offering a peaceful and family-friendly setting.

Hollyhock Cottage

This two-bedroom cottage in Tenterden offers a traditional English country feel with a peaceful setting close to the town's amenities, featuring a living room, dining area, and enclosed garden with barbecue, suitable for families or friends seeking a rural retreat within a town environment.

2 miles from Smallhythe Place

Smallhythe Place is a Tudor-era historic house and theatre museum in Kent, dedicated to Victorian actress Ellen Terry, featuring her theatrical collection, costume displays, beautiful gardens, and an active barn theatre hosting numerous productions annually.

Hallmark Lodge

Hallmark Annexe is a charming detached holiday home set in a peaceful countryside location with scenic views and a cosy rustic interior featuring woodburners, an open-plan living space, and a rear garden with outdoor seating and barbecue facilities.

3 miles from Stone House Country Estate

Stone House Country Estate offers a blend of Tudor and Georgian architecture with services for weddings and private events, featuring indoor drawing rooms and extensive gardens for an exclusive visitor experience.

The Cow Shed

The Cow Shed is a charming single-storey detached barn conversion located in the rural village of Little Common, East Sussex, surrounded by countryside walks and offering panoramic sea views in a peaceful setting.

2 miles from Penns in the Rocks

Penns in the Rocks is an early 18th-century historic house with artistic and literary heritage, featuring a garden with a dedicated temple and situated near natural sandstone rocks, offering visitors a blend of indoor and outdoor experiences.

Leacon Hall Lodge

Barn conversion set in a tranquil rural location near Rye and other towns, featuring vaulted timber ceilings, two double bedrooms with bathrooms, and exclusive garden access overlooking a pond within peaceful grounds.

Heron's Wood at Greyfriars

This ground floor wing apartment is part of a Grade II listed stone mansion on the edge of Winchelsea, featuring historic architectural details, scenic views over estate parkland, and proximity to local attractions including a farm shop, pub, and beaches.

Brook Farm Annex

This luxury semi-detached annex in Kent offers a peaceful and intimate rural retreat for two guests, surrounded by nature and animals, featuring a private patio with garden furniture and scenic countryside views.

3 miles from Bayham Old Abbey

Bayham Old Abbey is a historic 13th-century Premonstratensian abbey ruins located near Lamberhurst, Kent. Now maintained by English Heritage, visitors can explore scenic outdoor ruins featuring ornate stonework and a nearby gatehouse, set within landscaped grounds enhanced by famous landscape gardener Humphry Repton.

Near Farleys House & Gallery

Farleys House & Gallery is a former Georgian farmhouse that showcases an art gallery and sculpture garden, offering guided tours of the house and seasonal exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy tea and cakes onsite and explore gardens featuring permanent and contemporary artworks.