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Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex

Cottage in Lewes with kitchen and patio

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Escape to a tranquil retreat in the South Downs National Park at our charming cottage. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep, watch an impressive array of stars on a clear evening, and relax in the secluded patio area perfect for drinks on a summer evening.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex

Situated in the shadow of the South Downs National Park on a small rural road with hardly any neighbours our charming cottage is a great place from which to explore the unspoiled open countryside and its many footpaths around us. The nearest street light is two miles away. Owls,deer and the occasional nightingale are the only sounds in the middle of the night
The cottage is newly finished in 2021 and décor is fresh and modern with plenty of parking and a small decking area.

This is a quiet cottage . Rooms are light and spacious with a modern kitchen/dining room that provides for sociable cooking and dining (seats 4-6). and patio doors that open onto the garden. The reception room is separate, both with digital TV (so the kids can escape!) and good but limited wifi. No fibre cable out here . Efficient central heating means the house is warm in winter but its also well ventilated and cool in summer.There is an upstairs loo and bathroom with large shower downstairs.
2 bedrooms are available; one double- bedded and 2 singles and there is also a brand new double sofa bed in the lounge. The small patio is secluded, fully fenced, and child/pet friendly and great for drinks on a summer evening: count how many species of bird you can hear !. The darkness allows you to watch an impressive array stars on a clear evening and the quiet off street location means a peaceful night's sleep is guaranteed. We are near a rail line but trains are infrequent and soon pass by .Please note we have a cat and small dog so any pets must be under your control outside. Dogs by agreement only.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outdoors only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs must be kept downstairs, and towelled dry

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
We live next door so we appreciate peace

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We live next door so we appreciate peace
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lewes, ENG

What's nearby

  • Hamsey Island Plague Church - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lewes Castle - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Barbican House Museum - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Southover Grange Gardens - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cliffe High Street - 8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Lewes Cooksbridge Station - 2 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Horns Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lewes Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Plumpton Racecourse and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum. Southover Grange Gardens and Cliffe High Street are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Rural Retreat in deepest Sussex Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable convenient stay

Comfortable and convenient for being near family in Lewes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Neville H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely rural East Sussex cottage

We stayed to extend our trip to Glyndebourne with some short walks. The cottage is perfect for this, it was great to have a short journey after Parsifal. We had a very good meal at The Jolly Sportsman, followed by a stroll along local paths and lanes.The cottage facilities are great, our only reservation the limited height to the eaves upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely countryside cottage

Great place not far from Lewes, nice walks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Great cottage, very well kept, clean, lots of useful things to make the stay work well (basic kitchen items, toilet roll etc). Beautiful countryside location perfect for our family and our dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cookbridge February 2025

Great time as alwaysLiz
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely !! Place was nice and clean and surroundings were beautiful. Very comfortable and had everything that we needed. Host were lovely and checked in with us a few times to make sure we had all we needed and offer great local advise on places to go for views and food . This was the ideal place to rest and recover from a charity bike ride we attended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in beautiful countryside.

We had a really lovely, relaxing stay in this delightful cottage. Eugene was very friendly and helpful, made us both very welcome. Such a fantastic part of the UK. We gad a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Near Lewes

Ideal location for Lewes. Used as a base was perfect for us. Spacious, clean and comfortable. We all slept very well in very comfortable beds- trains start quite early but not loud. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Revisit of this lovely cottage

My husband and I revisited Eugene - this time we extended our stay to 2 weeks. The cottage was again very clean, well equipped with a comfy bed and Eugene was again very helpful with good tips for day trips. Looking forward to coming back and highly recommend the cottage also for families with small kids. Our 9 month old daughter also enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Countryside Retreat

Great location for attending wedding at Beechwood hall. Directions accurate and easy to find. Eugene welcoming and helpful. Accommodation spotless and comfortable, maybe not the best option if have mobility issues but perfect for my requirements.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

Spacious areas downstairs,plenty of room in all areas, dining, sitting and bathroom.Theres an outside area leading from the sitting room with table and chairs for enjoying breakfast while srenaded by birdsong
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable stay

Lovely property and location and Eugene was very friendly and helpful. The only issue for us was a lack of outdoor space, which during the summer months would be a disadvantage. We visited in April, so it wasn't too problematic.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and peaceful

Very pleasant cottage, and as described in the listing. Very clean and practical. Eugene was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring visit

Warm, cosy and peaceful. Everything we needed. There is a railway line by the property but it didn't spoil the peace. The spring dawn chorus was wondrous. Apparently nightingales sing here too, but is was too early for them. Plenty of places to eat in the area, and not far from the coast. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Chapel Farmhouse

Nice, clean and comfortable property. Every that you need is supplied. Mobile & WIFI can be a bit patchy due to rural location but not an issue for us. Local area was not good for dog walking due to the wet conditions over last few months and did not want to bring back a mucky dog. Nearby Lewes was a good town with choice of shops, cafes, pubs & restaurants. Nearby ‘Rainbow’ pub do an excellent Sunday carvery. Close proximity of railway line did not bother us as we are early risers in the morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family funeral

Directions to property were easy to follow. Eugene made himself known to.us ensuring we had everything we required. House was beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. My 6 ft 4 sons found the low bedroom ceilings challenging. However we were aware of this before we rented the property. Would not hesitate to recommend for a peaceful retreat. Beautiful sussex countryside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chilled Sussex weekend

We had a wonderful time staying in Sussex: it was a quick and easy taxi for an excellent wine pairing at Bolney and we also enjoyed the local Indian takeaway and a walk up to Ditchling Beacon. This is a beautiful area and we found Eugene's place easy to find and very convenient for exploring the area. The cottage itself was perfect for 4-5 girls for a chilled weekend. The kitchen was well-equipped, the beds comfortable, the house warm, and there was also a TV and games for nights in. Eugene was very helpful and friendly - fixed a problem we had with a tap super promptly - and I would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

A garage which has been converted to a two bedroom house…watch your head on sloping roof. Very comfortable with lounge and dining area and all the facilities you might require. Next to the railway line but do not be put off by this as not that many trains and the property is well insulated for noise. Eugene the owner greeted us warmly when we arrived. Only one minor comment the beside lamps are not bright enough to read by. My first experience of an air b and b encourages me to try others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Monica Beishuizen

Nice house in a beautiful surrounding

The house was large with nice furniture, upstairs the roof was on a steep angle, so you can’t walk upstraight. When you arrive and read the book with instructions there was a list with a lot of do’s en mostly dont’s. It was a bit overwhelming and it does not feel welcome.Wifi is limited. We were not satisfied about the cleaning of the house. You can hardly hear the trains. But in total it was a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Rural and quirky.

First impressions upon arrival were very good. The accommodation was easy to gain access to, extremely well equipped and had adequate space for our party of 3 adults. Eugene, the host, greeted me while emptying the car and recommended a few things to do in the area, which were gratefully received. We knew there was a railway very nearby, which, being light sleepers, concerned us. However, we had been reassured by the description of the property; “a quiet cottage”, “a peaceful night’s sleep is guaranteed” and “trains are infrequent”. Unfortunately, we didn’t find this to be the case. During our 3 night weekend stay, trains were speeding past every 20 minutes on average, from as early as 5:25am and as late as 11:25pm. Plus, there is frequent passenger aircraft noise, probably due to the proximity of Gatwick. Ear plugs weren’t even enough to secure a full night of undisturbed sleep. On a plus side, we visited some beautiful places in the East Sussex countryside and coastline. The views from Ditchling Beacon (recommended by Eugene) were fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and quirky property

Directions from host were spot on. We were attending an opera at Glyndebourne and the location of the property was about a 20 minute drive away. Property was easy to access and remarkably clean, with a well-equipped open plan kitchen and dining area. Living room was ideally set up and comfortable. The upstairs bedrooms comprised one double bedroom and another bedroom with one twin room. The beds were incredibly comfortable. Only a few minor points that do need mentioning: 1) There is only a toilet upstairs, 2) The beds are quite small. If you are a tall person, it might only be suitable for a few days. 3) The upstairs has sloping rooves on the landing and in the bedrooms. Again, if you ars tall you will have to stoop to avoid hitting your head. We had to upstairs and it has caused a few back problems since coming home. 4) There are a lot of stairs in the property, between rooms, and it is not ideal for those with mobility issues. These are not major criticisms and should not preclude you from staying here. These points are only intended to make future guests aware of the layout of the property to avoid any surprises. As an overall holiday let, I would give it 4 out of 5
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hübsches Häuschen

Hübsches, kleines Häuschen in der Nature. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Ansich in guter Lage. Mit dem Auto leicht zu erreichen. Der nächste Bahnhof ist mit dem Auto 5 min weg. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten ca.10 min. Wir empfehlen es gerne weiter.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian R., Wuppertal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches Haus in wunderschöner Umgebung

Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit und haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Netter Kontakt zum Vermieter. Gern wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschön….

Super netter Vermieterkontakt. Tolles Haus. Sehr sauber. Da wären wir gerne länger geblieben….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Unterkunft, tolle Gastgeber, schöne und ruhige Umgebung voller Geschichte

Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Das Haus super sauber und gut ausgestattet. Eine ruhige Gegend mitten in der Natur. Schnelle Anbindung an die Bahn. Kulturhistorisch alles erreichbar. Vielen Dank an die Gastgeber für diese tolle Unterkunft.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023