Top 11 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Lewes, Great Britain - Updated 2024

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The quaint British town of Lewes lies in East Sussex and is where the infamous Battle of Lewes took place. Visitors to the historic town can explore the Lewes Castle, Lewes Priory, Bull House, and Wealden Hall House. Children will love a visit to Middle Farm and Spring Barn Farm, where they get to feed the lambs. A trip to the Lewes Flea Market is a must. Travelers can take a stroll around the Malling Down Nature Reserve or go for aerial and ziplining activities at Branching Out Adventures. The St Michael’s Church, Cliffe High Street, and Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum are other popular tourist attractions. Visitors can also head to Brighton from here, whereas London is a two-hour drive away. Check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Lewes, Great Britain.

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 February 01, 2024.

1. Idyllic cottage in South Downs (from USD 74)

This cottage is located in South Downs and is suitable for two guests. The rental offers a bedroom, shared bathroom, living room, and a garden. Breakfast is provided to guests. Heater, indoor fireplace, WiFi, and more are available at the property. Free on premises parking is available. Smoking and events are prohibited. The property is not suitable for pets or for children below 12 years. The Airbnb rental is 3.23 km (2 miles) away from the city center, 6.45 km (4 miles) away from Newhaven Ferry and 10 minutes to Seaford by train. It is 25 to 30 minutes on foot from Abergavenny Arms pub and Juggs pub and a 45-minute walk from Ilford. Charleston is a 20-minute drive away, Virginia Wolf’s House is a five-minute drive away, and Brighton is 20 minutes by bus from the cottage.

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Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom
6.31 km (4.0 mi) from Paradise Park
350 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in cottage 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
cosy beautiful room with stunning views
warm comfortable and peaceful room delicious breakfast (fabulous home made bread) stunning views and lively conversation
gorgeous countryside setting and a delicious breakfast to boot would highly recommend :)
the room had homely cath kidston charm
yummy home made bread for breakfast with delicious coffee to wash it down
Cleanliness:
her house is beautiful clean yet homely with amazing character
the room is comfortable and clean and i had a great nights sleep
Host:
a lovely host
she was really friendly and helpful
irene was a great host
irene was a wonderful host and made us feel very welcome
they are wonderful welcoming and accommodating and helpful
Location:
lovely location with cosy room
quiet & peaceful location
they are situated close to wonderful walks and nearby picturesque town of lewes
nice place in a beautiful peaceful location
the village is close to lewes but also nice and secluded too
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2. Charming double room with rose view (from USD 68)

The house is located in Lewes and accommodates two guests. It offers a bedroom, shared bathroom, living room, kitchen and a garden. Breakfast is provided to guests. The kitchen has amenities like a refrigerator, oven, stove, and coffee maker. Free parking is available on the street. Smoking, parties, and events are not allowed. The property is not suitable for pets. The house is two minutes walking distance from South Downs and a 10-minute walk from the train station. London is 60 minutes by train, Gatwick is 35 minutes by train, and Brighton is 15 minutes by train from here.

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Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom
8.38 km (5.3 mi) from Paradise Park
216 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in bed and breakfast 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed in the rose view room has the softest hug for most restful sleep
nice to have fresh flowers and chocolates in the room and of course a kettle
breakfast (including local produce) and coffee were fresh every morning
breakfast the next morning was a welcome treat and the grapes in the bedroom a nice touch
the room is lovely and comfy with a beautiful view of an impressive rose garden
Cleanliness:
good clean and tidy
the house is not new but was clean and felt cozy and very welcoming
the room was very comfortable and clean
clean room comfortable bed with lots of lovely fluffy pillows
the house is clean and welcoming and in an ideal location
Host:
a lovely home with a warm hearted host
jane was a great host
jane is a great host
she was very hospitable and provided an excellent breakfast
jane was a caring host attentive and accommodating
Location:
good location for central lewes
the location is excellent for walks around lewes
good location close to lewes city centre and train station
great location very close to lewes station and the high street
top three things:* wonderful location just off the high street ideal for shopping and exploring
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3. Lovely shepherd hut in South Downs in East Sussex (from USD 95)

This rental is located in East Sussex and offers space for two guests. You have access to a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, private veranda, and an outdoor dining facility. Breakfast is provided to guests. The kitchen is equipped with a coffee maker, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, oven, and stove. Free on premises car parking is available. The property is 3.23 km (2 miles) away from Ilford, 11.29 km (7 miles) away from Brighton and 9.68 km (6 miles) away from Newhaven Beach and Ferry. The rental is a 35-minute walk from pubs, restaurants, markets, the Anne of Cleves’ Tudor house, Old Priory ruins, Southover Grange Gardens, art galleries, and antique shops. Rodmell is five minutes by car, Charleston is a 20-minute drive away while Glynde is 15 minutes from the shepherd hut.

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East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
6.78 km (4.3 mi) from Paradise Park
347 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Hut 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
prefect get away with amazing views and facilities
lovely stop along the south downs way we slept so well in the sheppard’s hut - very comfortable bed
lovely "glamping' experience in a well equipped comfortable shepherds hut over looking the south downs
joe has included some great little personal touches including a yummy breakfast
it’s warm comfortable cosy and clean with a beautiful view
Cleanliness:
very cozy clean and warm
the bathroom is clean and has everything you need
the hut is clean spacious and the view is beautiful
Host:
really welcoming host family too
joe is a great host
the custom breakfast ingredients provided by our host were amazing
brilliant host and amazing setting
joe was very attentive and kind
Location:
gorgeous location with easy access to lewes
the location is wonderful right on the gmt walking path
fab location and very cosy
close to many lovely gardens and just 5 minutes away from monk's house
perfect airbnb with everything you need in a great location
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4. Room for two near town center (from USD 111)

Located close to the city center, the rental accommodates two guests. It has a bedroom, private bathroom, and a terrace. Breakfast is provided to guests. A hairdryer, iron, heater, and WiFi are other facilities available at the property. Free parking on the premises is allowed. The property is five minutes on foot from Lewes Train Station, a two-minute walk from Lewes Castle, The Grange Registry Office, and Crown Courts. The rental is a 50-minute drive from London Victoria. Brighton is a 12-minute drive from Brighton. It is close to restaurants, pubs, cafes, and shops.

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Lewes, England, United Kingdom
8.26 km (5.2 mi) from Paradise Park
251 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in loft 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a really beautiful room with a stunning view of the south downs
nice spread for continental grab and go breakfast
lovely room and views over the surrounding gardens
beautiful room with great views
it's a loft room so that means great light lovely views fresh air when you want it
Cleanliness:
super clean top floor self contained room
everything clean tidy tasty breakfast with nice fruit and wholemeal bread
lovely space clean and stylish and comfortable
the room was clean comfy and had great views
fiona fills the room with thoughtful touches and everything was spotless and clean
Host:
fiona was a great host with really helpful recommendations
fiona a great host
fiona is a great host
fiona is a great host
she was very helpful and accommodating and laid back
Location:
good central location in lewes
great location very close to the centre of lewes
great location to stay in lewes
great location everything within a 5 minute walk
perfect location right in the centre of lewes
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5. Rooms for three in charming Georgian townhouse (from USD 83)

This property is located near the train station in Lewes and is suitable for three people. The house has two bedrooms, a private bathroom, kitchen and a garden. Breakfast is provided to guests. The rental also offers a hairdryer, iron, heater, Wi-Fi, and more. Paid parking is provided to guests off the premises. Smoking is not permitted and guests cannot host parties or events. The property is not suitable for pets or children under 12. The Georgian townhouse is close to restaurants, shops, and public transport.

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Lewes, United Kingdom
8.21 km (5.1 mi) from Paradise Park
315 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in townhouse 2 Beds 3 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
she's a welcoming host who provides a tray with tea/coffee/water in your room and a tasty breakfast
the room was exactly as i was hoping for cosy full of light and filled with personality
we had 2 breakfasts which were excellent and slept well in the comfotable double bed
the bedroom is comfortable and quiet overnight
the rooms and beds were very comfortable
Cleanliness:
comfy and very clean facilities
the rooms were comfortable and clean
the rooms are beautifully decorated and very clean
clean bright room and alison was very quick to respond to any enquires
very friendly cosy clean and it was easy to comunicate
Host:
she is a very welcoming host
martin and alison were great hosts
alison and martin are very good hosts
very accommodating and pleasant host
alison and martin were wonderful hosts and very welcoming
Location:
good location in walking distance to everything in lewis
the location was excellent - right near to the station and high street
very well located house - very close to station and high street within 5 min
great spot really close to the train station and cheap overnight parking
lovely old house close to the town center and train station
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6. High Street – A spacious and stylish home for five people

This rental is in Lewes and accommodates five people. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms with toilets, living room, kitchen, dining area, and a garden. Guests can use the TV, WiFi, dryer, washer, and more. The Airbnb property is a two-minute walk from the bus stop from where you can get to Brighton and a 10-minute walk from the city center and the train station. The rental is 10 minutes by taxi from Glyndebourne Opera and close to restaurants, pubs, and shops.

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7. Two double bedrooms in a centrally located apartment (from USD 133)

The apartment is located in a quiet neighborhood in Lewes and sleeps up to four guests. It has two bedrooms, bathroom, living room, and kitchen. The kitchen has a refrigerator, stove, microwave, oven and other essentials. The apartment also provides amenities like WiFi, TV, washer, iron, heater, and more. Free parking on the street is allowed. The property is close to shops, restaurants, pubs, and supermarkets. The rental is two minutes walking distance from the bus station from where you can head to Tunbridge Wells and Brighton. The train station is an eight-minute walk from here. The city center is a five-minute walk from the apartment.

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Lewes, England, United Kingdom
8.65 km (5.4 mi) from Paradise Park
77 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable flat with 2 double bedrooms
the flat itself is very comfortable nicely decorated with all mod cons and a very well equipped kitchen
the flat is comfortable and had everything we needed
Cleanliness:
the flat is nice and clean
the flat was very nice clean and well decorated
the flat itself is spacious and clean with all the home comforts i required
it is a lovely clean and well-furnished flat in an ideal location
great location beatiful georgian building clean and warm
Host:
great host - easy to contact and attentive
steve was a great host
the host was very helpful and made the stay easy
steve is a great host very helpful and responsive
steve is a fabulous host and responded quickly to any questions
Location:
a really good location for visiting lewes
great location nice cosy place
roomy central lewes flat that's comfortable and perfectly situated for anything
great flat in great location
really easy to get bus or train to brighton
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8. A garden cabin in the heart of Lewes (from USD 98)

Made from recycled timber, this cabin is unique and guarantees a relaxing getaway, right in the heart of Lewes. Enjoy sleeping comfortably on a sumptuous mattress that can accommodate up to two people. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessary appliances and utensils for you to cook up a delicious meal. Do not worry about breakfast though, because a continental breakfast is served every morning. Indulge in granola, toast, jam, fruit, and coffee or tea, before you set out for an adventure in Sussex. You can also admire the garden or sit back and relax on the spacious deck.

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Lewes, England, United Kingdom
8.18 km (5.1 mi) from Paradise Park
540 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was very comfortable the kitchen was well stocked and the wifi was strong
the breakfast provided was delicious and substantial with plenty of coffee and tea
the cabin was fab- the comfy bed cosy space and yummy breakfast was just as we had hoped
the front deck area was perfect for enjoying breakfast or a glass of wine
i loved the pull-out table and slept wonderfully in the raised bed
Cleanliness:
full of thoughtful touches and immaculately clean
its sparkling clean and the breakfast is simply brilliant
the space is clean very nicely decorated and had everything we needed
the bathroom is also lovely and was spotless
Host:
the owner stu was very helpfull and kind
the hosts are welcoming friendly and very helpful
stu and aine are wonderful hosts
stu and aine were great hosts letting me know local tips quick responses and very friendly and welcoming
these are amazing hosts sharing an absolutely stunning gem if a property
Location:
great location and beautiful little cabin
the setting was ideal an easy walk to all the sights lewes has to offer
literally across the road from the station so a good base for a visit to lewes
such a delightful cabin in lewes only 5 minutes walk from the station
very small but ideal if you just want a place to sleep
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9. Apartment with lovely terrace in Park View (from USD 112)

Located near a park in Lewes, this apartment offers space for two guests. The rental offers a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, and a lovely terrace. The kitchen has facilities like a microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, oven, and refrigerator. A hairdryer, washer, iron, heater, laptop-friendly workspace, and WiFi are also available at the apartment. Paid parking is provided on the premises. Smoking and events are not allowed. The rental is not suitable for pets and kids under two. The apartment is walking distance from the city center, shops, pubs, cafes, restaurants, Lewes Castle, and Harveys Brewery.

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Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom
8.7 km (5.5 mi) from Paradise Park
284 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the small courtyard garden with table & chairs were great for a quiet evening drink
wifi was best on the terrace
sofabed in lounge is probably best for 1 adult unless you're comfortable cosying up
we couldn't get the wifi to work but had strong 3g signal anyway so didn't miss it
the bed was very comfy and the kitchen was a great space for breakfast and relaxing
Cleanliness:
comfortable clean & tidy
really nice little flat it was extremely clean and well looked after
quite well equipped and clean and is a nice flat
brenda was a perfect host with great communication the flat was spotless and perfectly located
there was plenty of hot water for 2 of us and nice clean towels
Host:
brenda is a great host and super quick and responding to messages
very helpful cordial and responsive host
she was really helpful and quick with communication
brenda is a very helpful host and we really enjoyed our stay in her place
brenda was a great host with excellent communication
Location:
wonderful place close to the centre of lewes
great place lovely location in lewes
great location and very comfortable and convenient
cute apartment - perfect location for exploring the lovely town of lewes
location wise the flat is a few minutes walk to the centre of lewes
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10. Charming garden room for two people in Brighton

The property is located in Brighton, which is a 21-minute drive from Lewes. It accommodates up to two guests. The rental has a bedroom, private bathroom, and a garden with a shared hot tub. Breakfast is provided to guests. Other facilities like a heater, WiFi, TV, and hairdryer are also available. Free parking on the street is allowed. Smoking is not permitted, and guests are not allowed to host parties. The Airbnb apartment is not suitable for pets. The rental is 15 minutes walking distance to Ovingdean Beach and the bus stop. The city center is a 10-minute drive from the property.

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Brighton, United Kingdom
9.37 km (5.9 mi) from Paradise Park
371 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the breakfast included was a lovely touch very thoughtful
the breakfast brought in a hamper was delicious
great continental breakfast and lots of lovely touches
the room was stunningly put together and secluded from the family's garden by beautiful plants
the garden room was a perfect space with lovely homely touches
Cleanliness:
it was clean tidy and extremely well decorated
everything was lovely and clean with enough towels for the shower and hot tub
clean and has everything required for a relaxing break away
the guest house is spotless and peaceful
her garden flat was beautiful clean and stylish
Host:
great host and lovely home
the hosts were lovely too
the host was incredibly welcoming friendly and helpful
nice and friendly host
virginia was a perfect host
Location:
a pretty room close to brighton
the undercliff walk is especially beautiful
i chose it for the brilliant location (5 minutes to hospital)
a beautiful and quiet location with easy and quick access to the hustle and bustle of brighton
stunning room garden and location
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11. Cabin in the South Downs

The cozy cabin is located near the South Downs National Park. It can sleep two guests who will have access to a bedroom, bathroom, living cum dining room, kitchen, garden with swings, and a garden. Free car parking is provided. The cabin is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the city center. Going to London and Brighton by train from here takes 60 minutes and 15 minutes, respectively. The Airbnb rental is also close to Lewes Castle, Bull House, Harvey’s Brewery, Glyndebourne, and Plumpton Race Course.

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Lewes, United Kingdom
9.54 km (6.0 mi) from Paradise Park
109 reviews  
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfy bed and couch and great little coffee machine
we appreciated the free wifi and the welcome croissants and milk and tea and coffee provisions
there were lots of lovely touches including breakfast croissants and coffee
the wi-fi was good and the bed was comfortable
there were croissants and jam left for breakfast which was a lovely touch
Cleanliness:
it was super clean and prettily done out
clean cosy & private
really cosy clean and comfortable
perfect little cabin and spotlessly clean
it's cosy spotlessly clean and full of thoughtful touches (such as croissants )
Host:
she was a wonderful host and very responsive
the host was responsive helpful and very welcoming
kym was most helpful and provided us with maps for wonderful local walks
patricia is a great host kind lovely and a remarkable person
patricia was a great host easy to contact when needed and helpful were possible
Location:
and lewes easy 20 minute walk away
such a cute cabin in a lovely peaceful location
this is a great location for exploring lewes
amazing location - straight out the garden gate for the downs
the walk is beautiful and there is also a bus which stops right outside
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Explore the charming town of Lewes

Lewes – which is in East Sussex – has many gems to offer travelers such as Lewes Castle. Tourists can revel in the Georgian architecture and admire the Tudor-style houses. Its proximity to Brighton, Glynde, and Charleston makes it popular for getaways. Stay in one of the superb Airbnb vacation rentals listed above and enjoy your vacation in Lewes.

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