Luxury boutique homes in East Sussex
In this historic and scenic part of south-east England, watch boats bobbing in harbours, poke around the tiny towns, or take in lungfuls of fresh air on a bracing walk.
History is threaded throughout the towns of East Sussex, and Battle and Hastings are the ideal locations for a luxury family rental. Get the children to pack a sword and shield and watch them playing and sandcastle building on all the nearby beaches. It's a maritime life for those who book an idyllic cottage in Rye, just a stone's throw inland with its olde-world streets, working harbour, and brilliant long beach at Camber Sands for shell-pickers and surfers.
For a nature-based break, book a beach house in Winchelsea, a reserve attracting wildlife-spotters and walkers alike. More hikes can be enjoyed along the South Downs Way, a great base for a luxury holiday home if you wish to work off all the local treats. And if fish and chips is on the menu, then a boutique holiday rental in the resorts of Brighton, Hove or Eastbourne will be ideal; grab a takeaway supper to enjoy in your luxury guest house by the sea.
Ammonite
Winchelsea, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Located close to Winchelsea beach, Ammonite exudes pared-back, stylishly simple interiors, where reclaimed furniture and cool whites allow deep relaxation for all the family
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests (ideally 4 adults and 2 children)
From: £1,495 per week, £1,195 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub
The Matchbox
Winchelsea, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Natural, bright and just a five minute stroll from the sea, The Matchbox is an organic luxury beach house overlooking Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,550 per week, £1,195 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs are welcome
Hawkhurst
Rye Harbour, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Just downstream from quaint Rye, you'll find this iconic black-coated family home sat boldly amongst its timber-clad neighbours on the water in Rye Harbour.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,295 per week, £950 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Hummingbird House
Once home to a famous Edwardian music hall starlet, this unique luxury self-catering manor house near Lewes in East Sussex steals the show with her subtle glamour and undeniable grace.
Sleeps: Up to 7 guests
From: £1,495 per week, £1,095 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: A hot tub in the garden, steam room shower, competition standard table tennis table
Pelsham Manor
Peasmarsh, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Classic English styling marries European sophistication to create this exquisite luxury self-catering manor house in 600 acres of parkland, just a short drive from the cobbled streets and ancient inns of Rye.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £2,850 per week, £2,150 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Outdoor tennis court and a fitness pavilion
Roserai
A stately house in its own lush grounds with little luxuries inside and out that every weekender wishes for, this is one dream home that guests won't ever want to leave.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £3,500 per week, £2,695 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Daily use of hot tub, sauna, swimming pool and pool house is between 10am and 4pm. Please note, the swimming pool is available between April half term and October half term.
