Waterfront holiday rentals in East Sussex

A beautiful property with breathtaking views of the sea! We loved being so close to the centre of Brighton (and only a short walk into Hove) and yet felt away from the hustle and bustle by being on the top floor and away from the noisiest parts of town. The flat was pristine, spacious and comfortable. Would love to book again next time we are in Brighton.

We really enjoyed our stay in Hastings. The accomodation was beautiful. Spotlessly clean, spacious, light and airy. The view of the sea was amazing and exactly like in the pictures. We were blessed with sunny weather the entire time. It was great being so near to the beach so we could pop down for a swim in the sea really easily which I did every day despite the water still being a bit chilly in early April! We absolutely loved sitting in the comfy chairs by the window watching the sea and all the people walking by. It was a great couple of days break and we feel really refreshed after our couple of days by the sea. Thank you.

This place was beautiful. It was extremely convenient , lots of shops and nearby restaurants. It was very noisy at times (especially those seagulls). Wendy was amazing and was great with quick communication. We will definitely be back here one day soon!

This was the perfect base for being in Brighton to run the marathon. Check-In was easy, the apartment was spotlessly clean, bright and airy and the balcony was a beautiful little sun trap. The location was also perfect and was easy to walk to the cafes and restaurants in Kemptown, and further on in to Brighton. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here, you won't regret it!

Such a great apartment. Love all the plants and cool furniture so much, felt so homely and the bed was one of the comfiest I’ve ever slept in! Location is perfect too

Great apartment for a last minute get away with our toddler. Clean, tidy and fantastic location.

Absolutely lovely stay at John & Emma’s. Everything was perfect, but what we loved the most was John’s hospitality and the way he really went the extra mile to make sure our 1 year old is as comfortable as possible, too. There’s no other place we’d choose when we return to Eastbourne for a holiday. Absolutely perfect.

Caroline let us stay last minute when we had an emergency situation and she was so incredibly lovely! Great communication and so kind. She went above and beyond to help us find another place to stay, too. Her place is well located and just as described, right on the ocean! Nice new bathroom and kitchen.

Our hostess Jo was very friendly and made us feel welcome. The view of the sea was incredible, and the house was clean and very charming with it’s different levels and details. There was also a great selection of movies and books, and the TV was perfect for relaxing. The only thing to note is that the stairs are quite steep. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

A stunning property that's more than we had hoped for. Ideal location that's a walk away from the train and bus routes and Pevensey castle. Very clean and very easy to book with all the necessary information provided up front. Thank you!

We had a wonderful group stay at The Old Townhouse. Very clean and characterful and great amenities too, Paul had thought of everything we might need. The location is amazing, right in the heart of kemptown and close to the beach.

A very special place and ideal for our pre Xmas family get together

This is a spectacular house in an amazing location ; it’s cosy and has absolutely everything you need . We loved our stay

Had a great family time, amenities perfect, outside space amazing - sitting looking out across the beach and sea was fantastic. Recommended stay

This place was an absolute gem! The property is right by the sea—literally on your doorstep—which made for a truly special and peaceful stay. The home itself is beautifully furnished, striking the perfect balance between cosy and modern. It had a serene, calming vibe—exactly what we needed for a relaxing getaway. The kitchen was impressively well-stocked with all the essentials and even had some ingredients available, which was a thoughtful touch you don’t often find in Airbnbs. The hosts, Donna and David, were incredibly understanding about our situation with two young kids and a late checkout due to work commitments. They were also very communicative and helpful throughout our stay, making everything even smoother. If you’re looking for a tranquil, well-equipped retreat by the sea, this is the perfect spot. Highly recommend!

Stayed at Andrea’s place for Brighton Marathon. It’s a beautiful house with lots of room and has an aspect that made the most of the fabulous weather. What was great was Andrea allowed us to check out late so we could recover after the Marathon, which was a life saver as it was very hot yesterday and we were a bit shattered. So huge thanks Andrea :))

The accommodation was fantastic and very comfortable. The big supermarket was very close, and we had a lot of cafes etc close by. It was worth the stay. Also, there are plenty of buses that take to the city centre from where one can take a short walk to the beach. Overall, it was a very good experience.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Steve’s place. The view of the expansive sea was breathtaking. The flat was huge, bright and spacious. I slept really well as the bed was very comfy. The flat is immaculately maintained and beautifully styled - loved it. I will definitely be revisiting! Thank you!

nice place to stay, lots to do nearby

Will's first floor apartment is a perfect and cleverly designed space for one or two people to stay. We walked in and were immediately impressed. My daughter was reminded of Copenhagen accommodation! cosy throws on the furniture, very clever storage in the kitchen. It feels homely, with a great take of travel and other interesting books, and also some plants. (I did remember to give them a drink!) The bathroom is a decent size with a big walk in shower, everything clean, with towels, shower gel, shampoo etc. The bedroom also has clever storage, yes the bed is high but I'm only 5 foot tall and had no problem. comfortable bed, pillows and duvet. The location is quiet at night, the flat has modern glazing which minimises noise too. it manages to be close to the sea, the pier, the town, and the parking space is on the road that has the beautiful Queens Park at the top end! My young dog also settled quickly, and local dogs and owners were friendly. excellent.

Such a lovely place, amazing view :) was perfect for our little family. Susan was amazing to deal with. Would definitely stay again. Many thanks!

Stayed for 3 weeks for work, was a great stay and very comfortable. Great hosts, really kind and helpful. Will be back again if works brings us up to the area!

We loved staying at Lauren’s place!It was even better than the pictures, really spacious and beautifully decorated. It was filled with really thoughtful aspects too such as the buckets and spades and beach towels. Would absolutely recommend!

Vikki was an exemplary host, friendly, fast to respond and provided very useful information for our stay. The accommodation was ideally located, clean, comfortable and ideal base for exploring Brighton plus a super base-camp for our marathon weekend.