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Lodge in Smarden with Sauna (2-8 pep)
Gorgeous lodge in a picturesque area. Four of us stayed here for three nights and had an excellent time exploring. House very comfortable and garden beautiful, peaceful and great to hear so many birds. Lovely for stargazing, too. Vicky provided all the essentials and the space was clean and comfortable. She communicated very clearly and promptly before and during our stay. Thank you for a fab time!

Sleeps up to 12, Large cottage with stunning views
Mandy and Clive were very friendly and proactive hosts, supporting our stay with flexible check-in and check-out times, and being incredibly responsive to messages. Their accommodation is beautiful, with a homely-feel and love in the walls. The garden was perfect to wake up to in the spring mornings. Would definitely recommend!

Huge Georgian Villa. Sea views. 10Adults plus kids
Dale went the extra mile to make us feel at home, with a bottle of fizz, biscuits and flowers as we were celebrating a 90th and 30th birthday this weekend. Her property was even bigger than we realised (we were all blown away by the bathrooms!) and perfect for our group of 9. It’s easily walkable to lovely restaurants and the beachfront. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit the area.

The chalet in polegate
We had a lovely stay at Karina’s place. The accommodation was cosy and clean. Perfect for a weekend getaway. Thank you!

Charming Cottage in a peaceful and rural setting
Diana’s beautiful countryside cottage is nestled into the East Sussex countryside, providing a quiet and remote getaway, but within easy drive of shops and several lovely Sussex towns and villages. Beautiful walks in the area.. in the winter bring your waterproof boots and enjoy!! Great for a stay with family or friends, lots of lovely spaces in the house ( the photos don’t do it justice). We stayed between Christmas and new year, so we appreciated and enjoyed the abundance of coal for our daily evening fires, providing a warm and very cozy atmosphere. Very well equipped kitchen with enough space around the table for 6 or 7 people. All our needs were met. Well worth a stay, I would highly recommend this place and we will surely return! Gill

Perfect period property garden flat with own gate
This is a beautiful home from home, it felt like staying with friends. We visited at Easter and there were two chocolate rabbits waiting for the kids, which was a lovely touch. The kitchen, living area and main bedroom are spacious and this is a great area. Close to the beach, train station, bars and restaurants. A lovely stay and we’d go back again.

Camber Sands Holiday Pk - Lovely 2 Bedroom Chalet
Love Camber and go there often. This time it was a home from home with all the comforts needed, WiFi was perfect and a TV in every room! Lovely setting and not too far from restaurants.

Stunning 2 Bedroom Villa On The Beach
Not only was Lisa super helpful and friendly but the accomodation itself was spotless, beautifully decorated, well stocked and had wonderful, thoughtful additions. Will definitely be booking again
Your guide to East Sussex
Welcome to East Sussex
Dominated by the chalky hills of the South Downs, the landscape of East Sussex is one of gentle beauty, dotted with many villages and estates that can trace their histories back to the Domesday Book. In the north of the county spills the High Weald, known for its wooded hills and ancient farmland, while the 250 square miles of the Downs (now a national park) are covered in grassland and flowering heath that offer rambling walks and extensive views, some all the way to the English Channel.
It’s at the coast that drama can be found in East Sussex, from the 160-metre-tall cliff of Beachy Head to the rocky outcrops of the Seven Sisters and the Atlantic waves and winds that beat upon the shore. Seaside towns like Brighton, Eastbourne, and Bexhill combine Georgian elegance with an artsy culture, while Norman abbeys and a little town called Hastings hark back to one of the most famous battles in English history in 1066.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in East Sussex
This land’s natural beauty isn’t diminished by cold weather. East Sussex can be as captivating in the bleak midwinter, blanketed in snow, as it is under a hot sun. That said, it’s a more comfortable experience from spring through autumn, and temperatures are usually at their best from May to August. The seawater never gets particularly warm, so don’t expect to spend all your time frolicking in the waves. Most of the beaches are pebble or shingle rather than sand, but they still attract plenty of visitors in the peak summer months of July and August, which is also when Brighton’s famous Pride Parade, the country’s largest LGBTQ festival, takes place. A more recent tradition, the Dunwich Dynamo, takes place in June, when thousands of cyclists ride through the night from London to Brighton. Many of the area’s historic homes are closed over the winter months.
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Rye
Once surrounded by water, Rye’s medieval history as a Cinque Port town, defending England from invaders, is still apparent in its 14th-century tower and the overhanging timbered houses that cluster its cobbled streets. Artists, authors, and poets have all left their literary mark here, and the golden beaches of Camber Sands are just a 10-minute drive away.
Ditchling Beacon
The highest point on the South Downs, once the site of an Iron Age fort, offers views for miles in every direction, including to the sea. It’s a popular (and strenuous) climb for cyclists, and there’s a stunning walk down the valley to Devil’s Dyke. Nearby Lewes is a historic town with a great foodie scene and charming independent shops.
Seaford Coastal Trail
Stretching 10 miles east from Saltdean, this clifftop path takes you past a host of fascinating landmarks, natural and manmade, from the Art Deco Saltdean Lido to the line that marks the Greenwich Meridian, and from the marina of Newhaven to the shingle beach at Seaford, ending on the attractive banks of the Cuckmere River.
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