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Saltmarsh Farmhouse

West Dean

Units are complete with a private bathroom, while certain units at the country house also have a seating area.

Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the country house. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The farmhouse is very well located close to the beginning of the seven sisters cliffs. The staff was extremely kind and helpful. Also, the breakfast was delicious. Thanks so much for everything, hope to be back!

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9.3
Superb
183 reviews
Price from
£189
per night

Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House 4 stars

Herstmonceux

Nestled amongst the beautiful countryside of the South Downs, this Grade II listed country house dates back to 1577. Rooms with free Wi-Fi overlook 1.5 acres of peaceful landscaped gardens.

Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House’s character and history is shown by the original inglenook fireplace in the lounge. Guests can stroll through the gardens and enjoy the wealth of birds and wildlife. Beautiful home with surrounding gardens and trees as well as a view of the distant fields.

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9.2
Superb
272 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Wartling Place Country House 5 stars

Wartling

Wartling Place Country House is located in Wartling close to Herstmonceux in East Sussex. Guests benefit from a private gardens, free Wi-Fi access and free private off road parking.

Views over the gardens and the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed from each room at Wartling Place. A flat-screen TV with DVD player, en-suite bathroom and tea/coffee facilities are also provided. Rowena and Freddy were an absolute delight, nothing was too much and we were thoroughly spoilt at breakfast. Amazingly comfortable bed , pillows and linen. Stayed 6 nights and could've stayed longer.

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9.4
Superb
98 reviews
Price from
£160
per night

Flackley Ash Country House Hotel 3 stars

Rye

Located in the Sussex countryside 4 miles from the historic town of Rye, Flackley Ash is a delightful Grade II listed Georgian country house with an award-winning restaurant, a bar and spa facilities.

The hotel’s spa features various treatment rooms. At Flackley Ash Hotel Restaurant and Spa, guests can also enjoy a gym, a 40 ft heated indoor swimming-pool, a hot tub and saunas. Various beauty treatments and massages are also available. the staff were very welcoming and my dog was made to feel like a guest

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8
Very good
2,035 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Powdermills Country House Hotel 4 stars

Battle

In 150 acres of gardens, park and woodland, PowderMills is a Grade II listed 18th-century country house hotel with an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi, near the historical town of Battle. Built in the 18th century as a Gunpowder Owner’s Residence, the property has seen many changes in its history, notable when it was restored and converted into the privately owned, charming Hotel it is today. The outside is enhanced by ancient wisteria and there are remains in the grounds of artifacts used for the manufacture of the gunpowder reputed to be the finest in Europe. Wonderful Stay – Highly Recommended!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,576 reviews
Price from
£179
per night

Wingrove House

Alfriston

The units in the country house are fitted with a kettle. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the country house also provide guests with free WiFi. At the country house, each unit comes with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Comfortable bed. Spacious, modern bathroom with large walk-in shower. Large drawers/storage if staying long enough to unpack. Little porch with 2 chairs and table, nice to sit and briefly relax. Large outdoor terrace with tables for afternoon tea/drinks. Large indoor guest lounge space. Daily papers available. Lots of free parking on-site. Lots of nice walking from hotel. Close to Birling Gap and Seven Sisters.

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8.9
Fabulous
652 reviews
Price from
£155
per night

Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate

Alfriston

Located in Alfriston, 1.9 km from Drusillas Park, Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate has a number of amenities, including a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. With a shared lounge, the property also has a bar.

Guests at Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate will be able to enjoy activities in and around Alfriston, like hiking. Beautiful place to stay. Views are amazing as well as the decor.

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8.7
Fabulous
179 reviews
Price from
£144.90
per night

Buxted Park Country House 4 stars

Buxted

Step into a world of timeless elegance and luxury at Buxted Park Hotel, a magnificent Grade II listed Palladian mansion built in 1722 and set within 312 acres of private parkland in the heart of East Sussex. This renowned rural retreat seamlessly blends Georgian styling with contemporary comforts, offering an unforgettable experience. The breakfast was wonderful, plentiful, and lots of choice in a lovely sunroom. The hotel is set in a grand, picturesque location surrounded by fields within which is a lake, Beds are very comfortable with French doors opening onto a patio, looking across the fields. An 14th century church is in walking distance, and pleasant walks in the nearby wooded areas. Lovely part of the world, real England.

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8.6
Fabulous
109 reviews
Price from
£184.50
per night

Ashdown Park Hotel 4 stars

Forest Row

In Ashdown Forest, this beautiful 19th-century mansion offers spacious rooms, a spa and a 2AA Rosette restaurant. Set in 186 acres of landscaped countryside, there is an 18-hole golf course.

The luxurious rooms have Molton Brown toiletries, satellite TV, mineral water and bathrobes. Most of Ashdown Hotel’s individually styled rooms have stunning views of the hotel grounds. Every thing. The staff was great. The breakfast was very tasty, the view from our room was to the lake and the forest. There is no better way to get up in the morning and to see this view. Would come back for sure

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8.1
Very good
742 reviews
Price from
£161.10
per night

The Gazebo in Winchelsea

Winchelsea

The country house with a patio and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the country house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. We had the perfect weekend break at the Gazebo. The location was ideal for visiting many places by car or bike. The Gazebo was cute and cosy and had everything we needed in a lovely quiet village setting.

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8.8
Fabulous
5 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

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