East Sussex, England, offers an enticing array of experiences for travelers seeking an enriching escape. This picturesque region is a haven for staycations, boasting a blend of stunning landscapes, historic charm, and modern allure. With a plethora of things to do, visitors can explore the captivating history of castles like Bodiam and visit the vibrant seaside town of Brighton. Nature enthusiasts can revel in the South Downs National Park’s breathtaking vistas, while art aficionados can indulge in the Bloomsbury Group’s legacy at Charleston House. From coastal adventures to cultural explorations, East Sussex caters to diverse interests, making it an ideal destination for memorable getaways and enriching staycations alike. As for your accommodation, check out our curated list of the top cottages for rent in East Sussex, England!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. Elegant and cozy hideaway (from USD 113)
This charming and elegant cottage in Robertsbridge boasts spacious and inviting interiors with a modern kitchen overlooking the countryside scenery. The modern appliances and cooking essentials provided are ideal for some culinary exploration. The bedroom and bathroom are provided with essentials, so guests can travel light.
This is a pet-friendly property so guests can bring along their fur babies on vacation. Guests should feel free to explore the property grounds or maybe have a barbecue on the outdoor grill to take advantage of the weather.
2. Romantic pet-friendly cottage (from USD 170)
If you’re looking for the perfect getaway with your partner and fur baby, this is the ideal cottage in East Sussex for you. The cottage boasts cozy wooden interiors with a living room that opens onto the front porch. The bedroom and bathroom are comfortable and stocked with essentials.
The kitchen is well equipped, perfect for cooking a delicious meal. There is also a grill that guests can use to have a barbecue. There is a television for entertainment and the central heating assures comfort in the colder months.
3. Holiday farmhouse near Eastbourne (from USD 132)
This Airbnb in East Sussex is an original coach house converted into a two-bedroom property. You’ll love the perfect combination of traditional and modern features. The standing and ceiling pillars hark back to the olden days, while the HDTV with Netflix brings the property right up to date.
Children are welcome on the property, and the hosts provide children’s books, toys, and a travel cot. This property also boasts direct lake access for those of you keen on taking a dip.
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lovely small private garden with patio table and chairslovely comfortable cottage with all amenitieswe were home schooling and working and the wifi was greatreally cosy cottage very comfortable bedmaster bedroom with luxurious bathroom and lovely viewCleanliness:
warm and cosy stay and sparkly cleanspotlessly clean quiet and scenic locationthe place was spotlessly clean can't fault itthe accommodation was very clean & spacious with a beautiful private gardenspotless & very well thought out propertyHost:
jo was a wonderful host and all communications were clear and timelyjo was so kind and helpful thank you so much for a memorable stay xxxwe loved our stay and josephine was a great host hope to be back in the futurejosephine is very responsive and everything was exactly as describedRead more reviewsLocation:
location in the lovely countrysidestunning location & a beautiful housethe location was perfect for us with immediate access to many walks and interesting places to visitthis is a lovely place to stay in a beautiful locationgreat location 10mins drive to the seafront and close to the south downs
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4. The Piggery (from USD 107)
Want to escape from the hubbub of your busy daily life? This classic accommodation in East Sussex is the perfect retreat destination. You won’t believe that this charming romantic rental was once the original pigsty on a working farm. Converted into a warm and welcoming space with full WiFi, you can sit inside or outside and relax.
Pets are allowed, and they will enjoy running around the private fenced garden. During the winter months, throw some logs onto the burner and snuggle up in the living room.
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the cottage is cosy and has everything you need to have a relaxing and comfortable timeall essentials were provided and the bed is especially comfortableCleanliness:
it was modern clean cosy and extremely comfortablevery cosy clean and a great dvd collectionHost:
gemma is a brilliant host and everything was ready for us when we arrivedgemma was incredibly accommodating as a host after i arranged a surprise holiday for my parentsabsolutely loved our stay gemma was a great host and we had everything we neededalthough we didn't meet our host the communication was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location for a “get away from it all” breakthere are lots of attractions close byideal location if you are bringing dogs with youlovely location everything you need is thereeasy to find and a great location for exploring canterbury
5. Renovated old post office with traditional wood burner (from USD 99)
Originally part of the main post office and general stores in the village of Cowbeech, this adorable cottage suits three people. This vacation rental is an annex with a conservatory and back garden views. With traditional wooden rocking chairs and a comfortable sofa, you’ll quickly relax.
This property is pet-friendly and the hosts provide a dog bowl. The property has a standardized kitchen and one queen bedroom. For an additional touch of history, head to the living room and make use of the traditional wood fire burner.
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the property is very comfortable with lots of utensils pots and pansHost:
a great place and a lovely host who made us feel so at homesue is a very attentive host ready to answer questions whenever we had themsue the owner gave us a wonderful welcomethe property is well equipped with a pleasant garden and sue is an exemplary hostvery helpful to answer questions and offer ideas on things to do in the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
a quiet country village animals to entertain and a perfect place to relaxall in all a very peaceful and enjoyable location and stayhens wander freely and sheep graze in the paddock close by which creates a lovely rural feelchickens sheep and lots of birds in the lovely garden a nice pub on two minutes walk
6. Converted stable in a rural setting (from USD 151)
Originally stables on a working farm, this beautiful cottage for rent in East Sussex now boasts fantastic views and it is perfect for a family retreat. Sit outside on the wooden terrace and enjoy watching wildlife pass you by. Inside the cottage, you’ll be welcomed into a warm living room by the heat from the hearth.
The two cozy bedrooms are bright and comfortable. This property is on a working farm and as such, the hosts have installed laundry machines so you can stay mud-free. There is also internet available.
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great stay in this wonderful quiet cozy property on a farmCleanliness:
nicely appointed and spotlessly cleanon arrival greeted with some welcome treats and a spotlessly clean barnproperty was very clean and kept in a maximum standardstunning spotless accommodation privately situated in beautiful peaceful countrysideHost:
owner jan was very welcoming and helpfuljan and nick were fantastic hosts from the moment we bookedjan and nick were both very helpful and welcoming and they were perfect hostswould definately recommend this place and the owners are lovely toojan very helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet secluded peaceful location in the countryside with easy access to walksthe location is amazing surrounded by naturethe location is quiet & secluded but within easy reach of hastings rye winchelsea & their coastlinesplace has everything you could want for a peaceful and tranquil break
7. Cottage Glyndley Manor (from USD 124)
Located on the property of a Manor house, this two-bedroom red brick cottage can host up to four guests. Pets are also welcome but should be discussed in advance. Both pets and children alike will love exploring the grounds and taking a dip in the outside pool. Inside, the bright and compact kitchen is a pleasure to cook in. Meals can be enjoyed at the dining table or, in the summer months, in the garden.
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needs extract fan in the bathroom to remove condensationCleanliness:
clean with everything we neededthe place was clean and well cared forthe area clean and quite perfect for time to restHost:
sandy and gordon are really friendly and helpfulmade arrangements well in advance and the owner was so great to deal withgordon and sandy were very helpful and always available when neededRead more reviewsLocation:
it was the perfect location about 20 minutes away from eastbourne seafrontthe location is beautiful and very tranquil set in stunning groundsthe grounds were lovely too and location was within short driving distance to nearby towns and coastgreat location within reach of so many things to do
8. Bramble Lodge (from USD 100)
This unique wooden cottage is the ideal place to explore the historic railway line, accessed via Cuckoo Trail. With an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen, you can easily spend time together as a group. Open the French doors and step out onto your private deck with outdoor dining furniture. Watch the stars late into the night before heading to bed. The two bedrooms both feature en-suite bathrooms.
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clean and airy lodgea wonderful stay in a lovely clean comfortable lodgeeverything we needed in the lodge and spotlessly cleanhad a fantastic experience the lodge was very clean and we were welcomed by the owners upon arrivalvery nice clean finished to a high standard luxerious lodgeHost:
felt very welcomed great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a trip to the uknice and quiet rural location very relaxingreally lovely stay in an amazing location helped by excellent weathergreat location for the surrounding attractions and plenty of good pubs in the area for foodgreat place to stay lovely location and the lodge was great with good quality fittings and furnishings
9. Converted oast house in an idyllic setting (from USD 166)
Are you looking for a unique retreat? Look no further. This charming converted oast house has space for up to six guests. With breathtaking views of the countryside, you’ll want to stay forever. The property has been expertly redesigned, so you can still see many historical features. The exposed wooden beams, circular roof structure, and a claw-foot bath are just to name a few. The hosts have also supplied modern amenities, including, a flat-screen television, a microwave, and internet.
10. Edgewood Cottage
This one-bedroom cottage is just north of Battle and Hastings. It is perfect for a romantic getaway. Walking in through the white picket fence, you’ll have access to a private patio. This rental is the epitome of a traditional English cottage. The exposed wooden beams can still be seen on the ceiling, and the hosts have perfectly decorated the interior with many vintage-styled pieces.
East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
17.09 km (10.7 mi) from Eastbourne PierAccommodates: 2
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the bed is warm and comfortable and the views were stunningthe cottage was so spacious peaceful and very comfortablea lovely cottage very comfortableCleanliness:
clean and much more spacious than it looks on the photosalastair's place is comfortable clean and homely in a lovely countryside settingHost:
host communicated quickly and helpfullyalastair was a brilliant host and came straight back to us on any requests or communicationsalastair was a great host very welcoming and really helpfulor stay was lovely alastair was a great hosta rural retreat with fantastic facilities and surroundings and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location lovely gardens so quietgreat location with ease of reach to the sea and countrysideperfect place for a relaxing countryside retreatwe recommend this place to othersit is within 10 minutes of bexhill seafront and many other local places of interest
11. Stunning 14th-century cottage (from USD 127)
Take a step back in time at this 14th-century listed cottage. Many traditional features, such as the low beams have been kept as-is at this property. You’ll truly be able to feel the history here. Step through the wooden door with a traditional knocker and enter into a beautiful and classic living room. Patterned sofas, vintage lamps, and a checkerboard dining table await. Guests can also enjoy meals on the rattan furniture outside near the traditional water pump.
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quaint comfortable cottage conveniently situated in heart of picturesque mayfieldCleanliness:
we loved the comfy beds and spotless sheetsexcellent 5 days everything as stated clean tidy property and lovely villageit's quirky cosy and super clean and comfortablethe cottage is clean and has everything you need for a lovely stayHost:
the host sarah was brilliantsarah’s a great hostthe host was very helpful and availablesarah is a great host and 100% recommendtried to resolve this issue privately but host was unwilling to entertain our opionions/concernsRead more reviewsLocation:
good walks close bythe location is greatgreat location too recommendedgreat location easy walking distance to mayfield high streetlocation is excellent local village very nice property exactly as described
12. Spacious cottage on historic land (from USD 155)
This luxury cottage in Sussex includes a private garden for guests only. It has lots of storage space and is ideal for short-term and long-term stays. The kitchen is well equipped and, for an additional cost, the hosts can provide hampers filled with local produce. Within the garden, there is a small dining patio. For entertainment, the hosts have provided a television, DVD player, and WiFi.
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the cottage is beautiful spacious and comfortablethe cottage is spacious and very comfortablenice outside space comfy beds/sofa and good shower easy to find and check in- would come againthe cottage has character & is comfortable roomy & cleanthe cottage itself is huge loads of room and great crawling territory for our little girlCleanliness:
a super clean place and extremely spaciousall very clean and comfylovel clean and convenient venuesparkling clean comfy cosy and safethe house was very clean lots of privacyHost:
charlie was a great hostthe owner was very nice and helpfulfriendly host with great local tipslovely touch from the host to bring us bread and eggs in the morningcharlie and ashley were lovely hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place quiet location ideal for our work tripwell what an outstanding property and locationthere's a great farmshop within walking distance as wellreally nice cottage in a great location for exploring the areathe location is quiet but within easy reach of amenities
Stay in a historic cottage in England
The UK has an interesting history, and each of these vacation rentals gives you a glimpse into that past. You’ll love the mix between vintage and modern features. Reserve today and explore the historical surroundings of these cottages for rent in East Sussex, the UK.
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