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The Jolly Sportsman

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Plumpton Racecourse

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Bar (on property)
Garden
Superior Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing
Property grounds
Restaurant
Located in a national park, The Jolly Sportsman offers a welcoming retreat with breakfast cooked to order. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar, relax in the garden or sunny terrace, and use luggage storage and concierge services while exploring nearby nature trails.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 18 - Sep 19
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Tomorrow

Sep 19 - Sep 20
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Memory foam bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lewes, The Jolly Sportsman is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach, while Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station and Brighton Pier are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Plumpton Racecourse or American Express Stadium. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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Map
Chapel Lane, East Chiltington, Lewes, England, BN7 3BA

What's nearby

  • Plumpton Racecourse - 8 min drive - 2.0 km
  • American Express Stadium - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • University of Sussex - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Brighton Beach - 26 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Plumpton Station - 19 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thatched Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Cock Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bull - ‬10 min drive
  • The Black Horse
  • ‪Newmarket Inn Lewes (England) - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Jolly Sportsman

Upscale bed & breakfast near Plumpton Racecourse
Located close to University of Sussex and American Express Stadium, The Jolly Sportsman provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Secured bicycle storage, concierge services, and an off-leash area
  • Luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 100-cm Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Highchairs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 100-cm smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 13571766

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Jolly Sportsman Lewes
The Jolly Sportsman Bed & breakfast
The Jolly Sportsman Bed & breakfast Lewes

Frequently asked questions

Is The Jolly Sportsman pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Jolly Sportsman located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Plumpton Racecourse and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station and South Downs National Park. Glyndebourne Opera House and American Express Stadium are also within 9 mi (15 km). Plumpton Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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