Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton
Larch Cottage is a modern 2 bedroom recently re-built barn, with a lovely open living area, well-equipped kitchen, patio and garden area plus you will have use of the owner's tennis court.
The attractive private garden has its own gate straight onto Chailey Common, with excellent walking. The Common is renowned for its heathland, wildlife, and the remains of WW1 training trenches. There is lots of wildlife to enjoy - deer, cows (in the summer), lots of rabbits and squirrels and a wide variety of birds.
Chailey is in the heart of Sussex, within easy reach of many local attractions (Lewes, South Downs, Bluebell Railway, Brighton, Ashdown Forest, Sheffield Park, and much more). There are lots of walks nearby and plenty of great pubs to enjoy! Several beaches are within a 45 minute drive.
The barn is well equipped, including underfloor heating, washer/drier, dishwasher, Smart TV and wi-fi. Artwork by local artists is displayed on the walls.
It sleeps 4, ideal for two adults and two children, though there is space for a cot as well. There is one double room and one twin room.
Please note we are usually a FRIDAY changeover, but can accommodate other days. Arrivals from 3.30 in the afternoons and departure at 10.30 in the morning.
The barn is down a private driveway off the A272 main road. It is well set back from the road. You cannot see the road from the cottage or the garden, though you can sometimes hear it from the garden.
The free wifi is fine (for a rural area). The mobile signal is poor for some networks. If that is a problem, we can provide you with a land-line.
COVID-19: We are implementing a 2 day gap between guests, extra cleaning routines, and also changing temporarily our check-in to after 16.30, and check out to before 10.00am. For further detail please contact us.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
About the area
Lewes
Located in Lewes, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Brighton Pier is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at All England Jumping Course at Hickstead or American Express Stadium. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
Hanbury Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Heaven Farm - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Plumpton Station - 6 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Caffè Nero - 7 min drive
Coffee #1 - 7 min drive
Greggs - 7 min drive
The Snowdrop - 4 min drive
Francisco Lounge - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton on 9 July 2026 start from NZ$302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Modern Barn In The Heart Of Sussex, Easy access to Lewes and Brighton located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of High Weald, Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station and Sheffield Park Garden. East Sussex National Golf Club and Haywards Heath Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed a lovely relaxing week here which is exactly what we hoped for. The garden was perfect. Plenty of wildlife to see and enjoy.
Fiona and Andrew made us feel comfortable and at home.
We had a great time at the cottage. The size is perfect for a 4-member family. The hosts are super welcoming and helpful. If there should be any problem, just ask and it will be solved. The Check-in was easy and perfectly prepared. Also the kitchen items were appropriate. You can even bake a cake. Everything is there. Also the tips in the welcoming folder were great. We used them a lot! We would stay there again any time.
Fiona and Andrew are wonderful hosts. We really enjoyed our vacation. Larch Cottage is very well equipped and cosy. We had a lot of fun playing tennis.
the property was clean and tidy and the owners are lovely . a very special place to stay and get away from the hustle and bustle of normal working life, enjoyed every day and will go back soon.
What a fantastic property. Perfect for the my wife and I and 2 boys 9 and 16. The location is excellent, Brighton and Eastbourne easily accessible, and we took a trip to Thorpe park.
The cottage is fully equipped and immaculate, even provisions supplied for when we arrived.
This cottage will suit active and non active people, we all loved the tennis court, table tennis and darts provided fun in the evenings.
A walk on the Common behind the cottage is a must.
It is so serene in the garden.
We loved the rabbits on the field leading to the property.
I cant recommend this property enough.
Great hosts and perfect property.
Thanks
Andrew and Fiona were great hosts, friendly and welcoming and not obtrusive. Larch Cottage is brilliantly located for exploring Sussex- coast, Downs, Forest and more. Clean- well spotless. Comfortable and extremely well equipped. The walk in shower is ideal of those with mobility needs. Garden is quiet and leads into delightful common. Could not recommend more highly.
David P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2021
Thank you David for this review. I am so glad you enjoyed it, and we hope to see you all again! Fiona.
We had a great week away in this beautiful barn conversion, situated in a really pretty spot in Sussex. The property was lovely, bright and clean and the hosts, who are very friendly and helpful, are close by if there are any problems.
Hidden in the back corner of their property this Vacation Cottage is a beautiful retreat from the real world. Fiona and Andrew are great hosts and will go out of their way to ensure your stay is a memorable one. Inside the cottage, Andrew has prepared a detailed booklet explaining how everything in the unit works, including reviews and instructions to find the local pubs, tourist destinations, and the train system. It is a great resource and you should take the a few moments to read it.
If you are returning to the property in the early evening, you will be greeted by rabbits as they gingerly run in the grass along the drive way.
This is a beautiful quiet spot, it is relatively easy to find, and it is along a nice road that will take you to the motorways.
I highly recommend this vacation let if you are travelling and staying in the Southern UK, located only 30 minute drive from Brighton to the south, Crawley to the east and London about 90 minutes to the north. It is a centrally located property to start your day from with all the sites a short drive away.
Thank you Fiona and Andrew for letting us stay in your Vacation Cottage. Fiona greeted us when we arrived and left us a wonderful chocolate cake for us to enjoy.
As I mentioned earlier, it is a quiet retreat from the real world and a beautifully kept property that you are more then welcome to enjoy.
Graham and Lisa
Ideale ligging om streek te verkennen en vanuit het huisje over de 'commons' te wandelen. Spijtig genoeg hoor je het lawaai van de straat in de tuin. Tuin zelf is wel aangenaam en bungalow heeft voldoende comfort. Vriendelijke gastvrouw.
What lovely, clean and well presented accommodation, I would recommend this to anyone who likes to escape to the country but also likes trips out offering good train links to London and Brighton from nearby Haywards Heath.
Ganz nette Besitzer, alles wie im Inserat beschrieben. Tennis und Tischtennis stehen zur freien Verfügung. Absolut traumhaft um zu entspannen und abzuschalten. Mit Kindern sehr zu empfehlen. In dem Häuschen fehlt es an nichts!
Robert K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you very much for this review. You were lovely guests, and we are so glad you enjoyed yourselves. Thank you for also leaving the cottage very clean. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday. We hope to see you again!
A wonderfully clean and welcoming property. We would have no hesitation in staying again!
Richard S.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracey H.
21 May 2019
Fantastic stay! Thank you so much Fiona for a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect!
Perfect in every way and a yummy homemade chocolate cake thrown in too!! I will definitely be back.
Tracey H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bodo R.
10 September 2018
Sehr schön eingerichtetes Ferienhaus, sehr ruhige Lage, die Vermieter sind sehr hilfsbereit
Alles super, die ruhige Lage die Unterkunft, das gesamte Anwesen.
Wir haben rundherum nur gute Erfahrungen gemacht und würden jederzeit wieder dort buchen.
Bodo R.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marjorie A.
19 July 2018
Ideal for our family
Ideal location for us, grandparents, son and 10 year old grandson, for our visit to East and West Sussex from Eastbourne to Portsmouth to see family and friends. Larch Cottage was modern, clean, comfortable and with everything we needed. Fiona couldn't have been more helpful, especially with laundry, food and wonderful chocolate cake.
We wish we could have stayed longer than 3 nights!
Marjorie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 May 2018
Excellent accomodation with a neat and tidy enclosed garden
Enjoyed our stay which was helped by our welcome from Fiona and the thought she had put in to the items left in the accomodation eg cereals, milk, tea, coffee, bread etc as well as a delicious chocolate cake. The garden had direct access to Chailey Commons on which I enjoyed a lovely walk every morning. The property was ideally located for what we wanted to do which was visiting gardems, National Trust properties etc and we never travelled more than twenty miles from the property. A most enjoyable holiday.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Jonathan M.
6 April 2018
Wonderful woodland retreat
Very comfortable accommodation nestled right in the woods. Lovely welcome from the owners who felt like old friends from the moment we met.
Jonathan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maria V.
5 April 2018
Lovely new cottage in a peaceful area
This is a new superb 2-bed cottage, with underfloor heating and a powerful shower room! We all had a lovely stay and the landlord was very helpful, providing a few basic items on arrival including a yummy cake for the kids. The cottage is near a Common, great for walks.
Maria V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Isabell S.
8 November 2017
Wunderschönes Cottage
In diesem tollen Cottage verbrachten wir 10 entspannte Tage im Herbst. Es ist ein optimaler Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge nach Brighton, Seven Sisters und London. Das Haus grenzt direkt an ein Naturschutzgebiet, welches man vom Sofa bzw. der Terasse aus beobachten kann. Unser Highlight war der Tennisplatz, der mitbenutzt werden durfte.
Das Haus ist perfekt ausgestattet und lässt keine Wünsche offen.
Fiona und Andrew sind super nett und hilfsbereit und haben uns sehr gute Tipps für Ausflüge gegeben.
Dear Fiona and Andrew, thank you for having us.
Isabell S.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Thomas F.
3 October 2017
Perfektes Cottage für die Erkundung von Sussex!
Wunderschönes Cottage, tolle Location, super Gastgeber!! Wir haben uns super wohl gefühlt! Danke Fiona und Andrew!
Thomas F.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you both very much! We enjoyed having you both in the cottage. You were great guests and we hope to see you again!
Fiona and Andrew
About the host
Hosted by Fiona
The cottage is owned by Fiona and Andrew Robson and is situated on their property, but in a secluded position. We have three children aged 27 - 32, who have all now (mostly) left home, and this is a relatively new project for us. We built the barn in 2014, welcomed our first guests in 2015, and are enjoying receiving our many visitors who come from all over the world.
We also love to know a bit about our guests before the arrive. Please do tell us, for example, why you are visiting Sussex when you make your enquiry.
Why they chose this property
Excellent location for exploring Sussex Your own gate straight onto Chailey Common with lovely walks and wildlife. Modern, well-equipped, interior, with spacious living area Lovely private patio and garden, overlooking wood Use of tennis court Use of table tennis table
What makes this property unique
Use of tennis court Easy access to walking, Brighton, London, Ashdown Forest, South Downs and much more. Lovely private garden with decking. Walking straight from garden Use of indoor table tennis table