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A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
8 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Lewes, East Sussex
  • Place, Hamsey Island Plague Church
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lewes Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Barbican House Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting

Constructed in the 1860s, this property occupies a secluded rural position with outstanding views over the surrounding countryside to the South Downs in the distance. This idyllic venue is perfect for family holidays, reunions or celebrations. Guests can take advantage of the nine acres of sprawling gardens, swimming, relaxing by the pool, playing tennis or swinging a golf club. Goodwood, Glyndebourne and Brighton provide entertainment for all tastes and with London only an hour by train, day trips are very desirable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The number of guests agreed upon at the time of booking through the website cannot be exceeded after the booking is confirmed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1024628
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Lewes

Located in Lewes, this holiday home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Brighton Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Brighton Pier and Cliffe High Street. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Lewes, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • Hamsey Island Plague Church - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lewes Castle - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Barbican House Museum - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Southover Grange Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cliffe High Street - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Lewes Cooksbridge Station - 13 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dorset - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪ASK Italian - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Horns Lodge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A magnificent Georgian Country Mansion in a delightful parkland setting located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lewes Castle, Cliffe High Street, and South Downs National Park. Southover Grange Gardens and Ditchling Common Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Lewes Cooksbridge Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing house with everything we could ask for.

My friend and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this property. The owner was very responsive and check-in was very easy. We had a little trouble with the oven on the first night but this was sorted after a quick phone call. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daisy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dreamy country manor

I rented Conyboro house to celebrate my 40th with some close friends. It could not have been more perfect. The house was imaculate and has so much space to relax and explore. The pictures don't do the house justice. It's only 1 stop to Lewes and the rainbow pub nearby was such a great addition and only a quick stroll away. Would love to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant family house

We were a family party of 16 over Christmas and had a brilliant time. The rooms are all large and can cope with a group of diverse ages - 14 to 72. The dining room seats 16 very comfortably and the sitting room (with some furniture movement likewise). We did not make use of either the tennis court or swimming pool because of the weather but I know they would have been if we had been there in the summer. The kitchen is reasonably well equipped although if you are cooking anything in particular you might want to take your own stuff. The owner and manager could not have been more helpful. The bedrooms are comfortable and there seemed to be plenty of hot water. I highly recommend for a family gathering.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Plenty of space lots of fun. Matt met us and was great. Played croquet tennis and swimming!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend in the country

A fabulous house to stay in with plenty of space for our group of 14, with a great team of lovely people helping it all run smoothly. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place for a weekend away

We had a great weekend at Conyboro. Communication from the owners was good. The house is huge and generally very nice if a bit run down in places. You also don't get the entire property, just the central part and there are various restrictions on use as a result. Overall however a very good place for a weekend away with a large group of friends and perfectly placed for Glyndebourne.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2023
Dear Nicholas, I am glad that you enjoyed your weekend. I just wanted to note, the listing states that the house is semi-detached and there are no restrictions on use other than for stag and hen dos : ) The house, gardens, tennis court and pool are completely private. We had a very busy season so have just been able to complete refurbishments for the New Year. Very pleased that you and your friends enjoyed Glyndebourne!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Long Weekend Away

We had a great few days away with family and friends, plenty to do to keep all ages entertained - as well as plenty of space for everyone to do as they pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gada O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay with plenty of space!

We had a great stay here. We were 6 couples with young babies. The house is quite spacious with plenty of outdoor areas as well. Great for large groups. Would recommend staying. Also a nice pub a short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great property for families

We found the property had everything we needed. We made full use of the pool, snooker table, table tennis. The Rainbow Inn was well visited too - best carvery ever. The property is within easy reach of Cooksbridge Station and the Bluebell Railway. A great week was had by all
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very spacious property

We had a wonderful long weekend at Conyboro house. The property was perfect for celebrating a 90th birthday with 4 generations ranging in age from 2 to 90. The property is very spacious and both inside and out with plenty of room for 16 people to enjoy time together or find a quiet space when you want a bit of time on your own. The kitchen is very well equipped with an Aga and an oven, plenty of fridge and freezer space and two dishwashers. There are lots of activities for everyone to take part in and we made use of all of them. The bedrooms are spread out around a lovely galleried landing which made for extra privacy and meant that early risers didn't disturb those still sleeping. Hot water was in plentiful supply which can sometimes be a problem in a larger property. The property is conveniently placed 10 minutes walk from Cooksbridge Station which is only an hour from London Victoria. There is a pub just 5 minutes walk away and the facilities of Lewes are only a 10 minute drive away. Communication with Karen was very good and Matt gave us a good introduction to the property. I would highly recommend the property for family get togethers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

helen p.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

very inflexible host

we originally booked this venue for a wedding which sadly had to be cancelled due to Covid 19. The owner would not cancel the booking or allow me to change the names on the booking which made it extremely hard for us. In order to not loose our money we got a group of the orginal wedding guests together and decided to go anyway. None of this was ideal and the owner was very tough to deal with. I recommend that anyone who books reads the seperate contract that they offer very carefully. Also the property is very old and tired and doesnt look like the pictures which show it full of stuff which it is not. Beware!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2020
Throughout the COVID crisis we have paid scrupulous attention to the rules in place and have kept in touch with local trading standards and observed the policy of the website to make sure that we have acted appropriately and provided safety for our guests. Very infrequently we are obliged to accommodate guests who feel that the normal contractual details made in bookings do not apply to themselves. We try to remain as flexible as possible within reason. We prefer not to allow situations where following booking, guests demand to change the size of their parties substantially or completely transfer their stays to other parties that were not part of the original booking. In this situation the guest was upset by the position we took and has given us a highly inaccurate review in response, which we consider unjustified. We would just ask that this review is contrasted with the many positive reviews that we have received from a multitude of satisfied guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful home with everything you need

This was a truly beautiful residence with sprawling grounds that made for a very special trip. Karen and Matt were very efficient communicators, and we even got a surprise delivery of local produce which we enjoyed on the coal barbecue. We feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to stay here and would recommend it to anyone.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The PERFECT house for a country weekend

I have just returned from an incredibly wonderful weekend at Conyboro House. We were a group of 14 friends looking for the quintessential country weekend and we sure got it! The house is even better than the photo's indicate. It is grand! It's spacious and oozes all the charm of a manor house you would expect (including a wood paneled billiard room). The kitchen is lovely and big and had everything we needed to prepare the reasonably extravagant dinners we cooked each night. Two dishwashers and two fridges.. so that was handy. The dining room is a fabulous space with a big table which easily seated the 14 of us. The bedrooms are all spacious (some very grand indeed) and there are plenty of bathrooms as most rooms have an ensuite. There's a good mixture of rooms with double beds and others with single beds which make it perfect for mixed groups and ages. The grounds are stunning.. We really loved the heated swimming pool, tennis court and croquet lawn. We also went on a long ramble in the nearby fields foraging blackberries which quickly found themselves turned into a dessert. There's a lovely big picnic table in the garden which we spent hours at drinking rose ! Also a charcoal BBQ which we used one day too. The setting is lovely.... you are in the country not in town and there are lovely views of the fields from the windows and the garden. Checking in and out was very easy. There is a great pub just a couple of hundred meters away (The Rainbow Pub and Carvery) and it has a great garden as well. The town of Lewes is a short drive from the house and has all the major supermarkets etc so getting supplies is easy! Honestly.. just book this place. It's amazing and a really great house to have a whole lot of fun in!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant birthday gathering

Perfect place for a three generations family gathering to celebrate a significant birthday - perfect weather meant the pool was in constant use - lots of space for games and conversations - despite the challenge of the Aga great food was produced - altogether a memorable weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Fabulous family weekend

All of the family were impressed with the size of the house and the facilities available to us. It was clean,spacious and well laid out. The snooker table, swimming pool, tennis court and table tennis were enjoyed by both young and old. We would thoroughly recommend this home for a family getaway
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Conyboro House, near Lewes. A beautiful, large, elegant, very comfortable house.

There were sixteen of us for a special family celebration. The house was the perfect venue for a gathering of all ages, with plenty to do. The pool was particularly popular, as was the tennis court, billiards table land table tennis. The kitchen with its Aga made a warm gathering point and the large dining room lent itself very well for a special family celebration dinner. Bedrooms are large and comfortable. Caretaker Matt Rees was very helpful, kept the pool in good order and was on hand if needed. Catering was made very easy by Farm shops and Lewes nearby. All in all, a huge success and much recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

An idyllic and unique home - perfect for a special gathering

We had the most amazing visit at Conyboro House - an idyllic mansion set in glorious and extensive grounds. We were a party of adults celebrating the 86th birthdays of our Dad’s and our general good fortune in life. The building is extraordinary - soaring spaces flooded with natural light, huge functional kitchen - a proper heart of the home - and endless little snugs and corners to curl up with a drink or a newspaper or for a chat. The bedrooms are elegant and spacious and throughout the house are personal touches of family life - drawings, games, pictures and furniture. The pool and tennis court and billiard room were all well used and we thoroughly enjoyed the gardens and sitting in gentle shade watching the bees and butterflies (literally!). There was always peace and space and we felt very grand having our celebratory supper in the vast dining room with the evening sun streaming in. Every one of our party felt delighted by the completely unique home. We had excellent, warm and helpful communication from the owners and from Matt on our arrival. Thank you so much - you helped us create a priceless memory and we can not recommend your home too highly. Linda, David & Ensemble!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Fabulous get-away for a large group!

Conyboro House was a truly amazing location to welcome 2018. There was plenty of space for everyone and we very comfortably fitted 16 people for our stay. The house was well equipped with everything that we needed and, despite being so large, was warm and welcoming. The adults loved sitting by the fire in the drawing room in the evenings and the kids loved roaming the house and grounds and have requested a return stay during the summer so that they can make use of the pool. Karen and Matt were both helpful and accommodating and we all truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
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10/10 Excellent

leslie p.

Excellent

My family and I had a wonderful time in this beautiful house. We were blessed with a week of sunny weather where it only rained during the night ! My grandchildren loved the tennis and swimming pool, as did my sons, although they particularly enjoyed the snooker table. We never actually used the magnificent dining room as there were only six of us and we enjoyed eating in the roomy kitchen alongside the beautiful Aga. A lovely day out to Brighton capped a great week.
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10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Most spectacular house I have stayed in

Conyboro is truly extraordinary - vast in scale, beautifully cared for and with every comfort and convenience one could want. My friends and I went to celebrate a special-occasion weekend and were blown away by every aspect. Swimming, tennis, croquet and a wide selection of living and dining rooms. There were 18 of us, which is the maximum, and the house felt like it accommodated us gladly and with room to spare. I feel sure that my first time at Conyboro will not end up being my last...
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10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Great stay in a gorgeous location

Spent 3 nights here with friends and their children. The house is beautifully laid out and incredibly spacious. Unfortunately, due to the weather we didn't get to appreciate the beautiful grounds and we would love to come back in the Summer. Everything went well, and the only negative was that the house was a little cold and one of the dishwashers didn't work which made a little extra work for us at each mealtime, but nothing too problematic. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Boyd M.

We've vacationed worldwide and Conyboro is 5 stars

Our first and lasting impression was "WOW"! Conyboro House is VERY impressive and more than I expected for the price and description. My wife and I have travelled with our kids all over the world and have never found anything to compare with the pure relaxation in genteel furnishings and beautiful surroundings as Conyboro House. And only an hour by train from Victoria Station, a few minutes from historic Lewes and many lovely small villages. A great pub is a five minute walk away, numerous good restaurants for eating out were found, and, if you enjoy doing it yourself, an incredibly well stocked kitchen is available. Everything worked and the nearby caretaker was available to answer an occasional call for guidance. We all enjoyed the heated pool and tennis courts as well as hiking over the extensive grounds. Entertainment opportunities range from the excitement of Brighton to the Glyndebourne Opera House. Bottom line, we are still obliged to say WOW!! For just your own family or a collection of friends for as long as you have time available, I would recommend Conyboro house with no hesitation whatever. Boyd
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10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Magnificent Manor House in beautiful surroundings

The house is huge and beautifully kept, larger than expected and very clean. Think Downtown Abbey.... Plenty of space to spread out, the kitchen is enormous and fully equipped including 2 dishwashers!!! The outdoor space is just as impressive. Lovely pool and tennis court and miles of endless paths and empty roads for countryside walks. The house is walking distance to the Cooksbridge train station which we easily took into London for sightseeing day trips. There is so much to do near by from zip lining for the kids to walks on the downs to a quick trip into Brighton by the sea. There is even a traditional English Pub right at the end of the driveway with delicious fish and chips served along with locally brewed Harvey's beer. Glyndebourne is nearby for some of the best Opera in the world (we were lucky enough to get tickets). Our family of 6 (including 4 teenage kids) along with 80 year old grandparents had an outstanding stay. We loved the property, had plenty to do and see and cannot wait to return! I wish we had booked two weeks!!!
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2/10 Terrible

Amy G.

Left a bitter taste

Gorgeous property, but unfortunately the owner completely ripped us off and would not give us back a substantial sum of money because we had used one extra bedroom than we were meant to (just for storage and we were happy to pay for the extra cleaning costs). Best avoided.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
The traveler was a repeat guest to whom we granted a special discount for an agreed level of accommodation. The agreement was breached by using an additional room. The traveler was charged an amount commensurate with the accommodation actually used. We are disappointed that the traveler, having attempted to use an extra room without paying for it, has complained about having to pay for his actual accommodation.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

FABULOUS....MAGNIFICENT... GRAND... AMAZING!

We just returned from Conyboro and are booking again for next year. It's truly spectacular. We barely left the house for 3 days - massive grounds, huge house, SO much space and everything you could need for a truly luxury big group break. Loved it. Many thanks to Karen and her team. Wow!

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