Oakwood Barn
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Overview
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Oakwood Barn boasts the most amazing interior design imaginable. This phenomenal property is a masterpiece and it is easy to understand why word has spread and the barn is seriously popular as both a holiday home and an event space for team meetings and away days or breaks. Offering incredible luxury, a scenic backdrop of rolling hills and big skies, an endless list of treats, a fabulous location close to Lewes, Brighton, Glyndebourne and Charleston and only an hour from London and a high impressive list of contacts and entertainment options, Oakwood Barn is a very exciting proposition. You can escape to the heart of the South Downs, let your senses run wild, you can dine in style with private chefs boasting amazing accolades, you can unleash your creativity or simply nest in a house that offers the most sensational attention to detail.
Oakwood Barn boasts two exceptional living spaces, three gorgeous bedrooms and wonderful outside spaces. It is ideal for weekend breaks, family or friends holidays, celebrations, events and work related trips. The barn is an established creative shoot location and unsurprisingly its philosophy is stylish, functional, inspirational. One of its many treats is a quality outdoor hot tub where you can relax in style under the stars.
The South Downs National Park is perfect for those that love the outdoors, the cosmopolitan town of Brighton is super cool and super charged, Glyndebourne is as sophisticated as its comes and Lewes is steeped in history, offering charming eateries, fabulous galleries and a wonderful array of quirky shops. Oakwood Barn is tucked away in the tiny hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. The barn is surrounded by family-owned boutique vineyards, meandering river trails, ancient woodland, a dramatic coastline including the chalky cliffs of the Seven Sisters, Beachy Head and Cuckmere Haven, the busy River Ouse, Plumpton and Brighton racecourses and enchanting gardens including Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Bateman’s. Guests can busy themselves all day long and return to be cocooned in comfort, style and luxury.
Oakwood Barn is drowned in natural light through its south facing windows and doors and enjoys original architectural features and high ceilings. It has been beautifully converted to offer all the modern luxuries and attention to detail you might expect from a top-notch holiday home. Your ground floor living space offers a sumptuous Maker and Son corner sofa and love seat, an outstanding, sociable fully-fitted kitchen that makes cooking joyful and a fabulous dining area with gorgeous countryside views and handcrafted Outerspace Living oak furniture. The kitchen includes a coffee maker, dishwasher and an Everhot stove for eco-conscious cooking. Everywhere, underfloor heating keeps your toes lovely and toasty in cooler months. The handy boot-room doubles as a laundry room. The mezzanine level is equally fantastic with giant fluffy chairs that you want to curl up in and sofas where you can lose yourself in your holiday read. You can step out to the large terrace with its fabulous corner sofa and uninterrupted views of the South Downs National Park.
The barn’s three bedrooms enjoy super comfortable Indigo beds complete with Hypnos quality mattresses, top-notch duvets, pillows and luxurious, crispy organic cotton sheets from Dip & Doze with Piglet bedding used during the Summer months. One bedroom offers a kingsize bed and a very smart wet room, the second is another double room that enjoys a south-facing aspect and has access to an adjacent bathroom. The gorgeous twin room also has access to another adjacent bathroom. All of the bedrooms enjoy calming hues. The two doubles are located on the ground floor, one with wheelchair access and the twin is on the mezzanine level. The contemporary bathrooms are immaculate wonders, one a wet room, one a shower room and, on the mezzanine level, the final bathroom offers a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. For those in larger groups of eight, a further two guests can make use of the adjacent studio space, which comprises of an additional bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette.
As well as the upper, beautifully furnished terrace, Oakwood Barn enjoys a wonderful private garden and courtyard with a fabulous alfresco lounge area and dining area and a barbecue. The hot tub is a popular spot. You just need to remember to take a bottle of fizz and glasses! There is on-site parking for up to five cars with two electric charging points.
Oakwood Barn is the perfect place to relax, reconnect and re-energise. It is perfect for holidays and also for business purposes having been created by Leadership Consultant and Executive Coach, Anni Townend. Guests can enjoy a ‘Fine Dining’ experience brought by Richard Falk of The Diary in Clapham and Michelin-starred The Ledbury fame or a touch of pampering in the comfort of your room from a highly skilled therapist.
What you should know…
- Two of the bedrooms are located on the ground floor and are ideal for guests with mobility issues
- Please note that the twin bedroom is located upstairs on the mezzanine level and is therefore unsuitable for young children
- Please note that you will need to select 8 guests at the time of booking, should you wish to make use of the accommodation in the studio
Property Features
Main House - Sleeps 6
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining area with corner sofa and oak dining table
- Fully-equipped kitchen with Everhot stove, dishwasher and coffee machine
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite wet room
- Bedroom with double bed
- Family bathroom
Mezzanine Level
- Snug with balcony access and South Down views
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Family shower room
The Studio (directly adjacent to the main house) - Sleeps 2
- Kitchenette
- Bedroom with king-size bed
- Family shower room
Exterior Grounds
- Wooden hot tub
- Terrace
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Smart TV
- Washing machine
- Travel cot & highchair available on request
- Parking for 5 cars
- 2 x electric car charging points
* As part of the homes energy conservation policy the Hot Tub will be ‘winterised’ in low season months (between November & end of February) and unavailable to guests.
* Please note that you will need to select 8 guests at the time of booking, should you wish to make use of the accommodation in the studio.
Location
About the surrounding area of Oakwood BarnOakwood Barn is located in the sleepy hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. It is a fantastic location where guests can enjoy the great outdoors and some fabulous towns and villages. Lewes is perfect for quirky shops, charming galleries and wonderful eateries. It is a lively country town with a very attractive, historic high street. It is famous for its 1000 year old Norman castle and its bonfire celebrations. It is brimming with cobbled streets and Grade II listed houses and boasts the Anne of Cleves House Museum which formed part of Queen Anne’s annulment settlement from Henry VIII. You will enjoy boutique shopping, the town’s 15th century bookshop, browsing the antique shops and stopping for refreshments at some wonderful cafes. The Lewes Garland Day goes back to Victorian days and takes place on the first May bank holiday with local Morris dancers and lots of floral garlands.
Other events in the area are the Glyndebourne Festival which starts in May with world class opera, a quintessentially English summer experience and a July extravaganza, Love Supreme. This is a top jazz festival in the stunning surroundings of Glynde Place. September sees Artwave, an annual festival of artists with displays of jewellery, textiles, metalwork, ceramics, glass, crafts, furniture, paintings and printmaking. The bonfire celebrations take place in Lewes on 5 November, a thrilling spectacle.
The South Downs National Park is a walker’s paradise with epic views, meandering rivers and ancient forests. Walkers encounter native wildlife as well as welcoming village pubs. The South Downs Way is a 100 mile footpath stretching from Winchester in Hampshire to Eastbourne in Sussex. The path can be used by cyclists and horse riders too. Guests can hire e-bikes from Mr Cycles and arrange delivery to Oakwood Barn. Lewes also boasts Cycle Shack where you can hire bikes. Those that prefer watersports can hire canoes or paddleboards at Cuckmere Haven or can kayak or sail at Ardingly Reservoir. Paddle boats can be hired at Barcombe, near Lewes to glide along the River Ouse.
There are a number of National Trust properties to visit including the home of poet and writer Vita Sackville-West, Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the cherished Jacobean home of writer Rudyard Kipling, Bateman’s. You may need to book in advance as they are very popular.
Brighton is brimming with cultural delights as well as hundreds of independent boutiques and big name shops. There are many award winning restaurants serving the regular seaside fish and chips as well as creative vegetarian menus. Brighton and Hove offer plenty of entertainment for all ages, some large scale wonders and some quirky and offbeat. One of the classic attractions is Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace with iconic domes and minarets as well as a fascinating history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. There are fantastic collections to explore which have previously come from Buckingham Palace. A trip to Brighton’s Beach is not complete without a stroll along the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. On the beach, children love Brighton Zip, a thrilling ride on the seafront. Visitors can escape to the skies to see Brighton in another light on British Airways i360 attraction. You will glide up gently to 138 metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and its beachside shop for gifts. Those that enjoy shopping can head to The Lanes for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. For some evening entertainment, Brighton Dome is Brighton’s premier venue for music, theatre and family events. Other popular attractions are Sea Life Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Booth Museum of Natural History, Preston Manor, Brighton’s Walk of Fame and the Brighton Music Tunnel.
The medieval town of Rye is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and beautiful distant views across Romney Marsh. You will discover ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages which attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports. Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Waitrose, Lewes
(12.5km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
London Gatwick Airport
(49km) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Newhaven Port
(22km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Lewes Station
(10.3km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Lewes
(10.3km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
The Pelham Arms
(9.3km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
ASDA Hollingbury
(7.4km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Newhaven
(22.2km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Lewes Golf Club
(13km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Lewes Tennis Coaching
(10.1km) |
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Region
With beautiful countryside, charming coastal haunts and some great cities and culture (with London itself just a short train ride away) Sussex is full of surprises. But with all the history, culture and landscapes of both East and West Sussex to explore, how do you know where to start?
Luckily, our fantastic Sussex travel guide is here to steer you in the right direction whether you’re looking for the top sights, unforgettable activities or just some well-earned R&R – and our cottages in Sussex make the perfect place to stay while you’re making the most of this beautiful county.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesOakwood Barn offers families a very luxurious stay. The hot tub is a fabulous perk and having two living spaces is just wonderful when children are tired at the end of a busy day.
The location of the barn is wonderful, offering families a fabulous blend of thrilling outdoor activities and cultural trips.
Brighton and Hove offer much entertainment. Sea Life Brighton, close to the pier, is seriously old. As well as enjoying 5,500 mesmerising creatures, children enjoy the Victorian architecture of this fabulous attraction built in 1872. The pier and its attractions are amazing. The fun fair offers some thrilling fun and the slot machines are so addictive. One attraction that is not so well known is Let’s Cocoa, an engaging chocolate workshop. Children can step into a topsy-turvy world of fun at Brighton’s Upside Down House. You can step into this crazy optical illusion packed full of fun, making your way across the floor or ceiling while balancing on top of kitchen cupboards. You will enjoy taking photos here! Paradox Place is another wonder with interactive exhibits and classic illusions. You can try out the Ames room with new interpretations of magic tricks, you can transform into a live hologram, a Punch and Judy character or even a skydiver. It is fun for all the family.
You can enjoy some watersports from Brighton Beach as well as plenty of ice creams and fish and chips. If you are looking for a sandy beach, you can head to the village of Camber, East of Rye, for its wonderful, golden stretch of paradise. This rugged, natural, picturesque beach offers gorgeous clean sand, pretty dunes and a huge open space. The beach is zoned for separate activities making it ideal for families.
Drusillas Park is home to over one hundred exotic animals. Children love meeting the cheeky monkeys, sloths, the adorable red pandas and giant anteaters. You can stroll though one of the walk-through exhibits at Lemurland and Lory Landing or hop aboard the Safari Express train into the heart of the zoo. As well as the animals, children can swing, jump and climb in the adventure play areas, get lost in Mungo’s Maze or enjoy some of the thrilling rides. There are many attractions including the Hippospotabus, Hello Kitty Hopper, Jurassic Jungle and SPARK.
Newhaven Fort is popular. It is cloaked in mystery and protected by impressive ramparts. It enjoys a network of tunnels and gun emplacements with stunning views. You can explore the military artifacts and a realistic air-raid recreation in the Blitz bomb shelter.
Pells Pool is Lewes’ outdoor pool, the oldest documented freshwater outdoor public swimming pool in the country. It is a spring-fed pool 46 metres long by 23 metres wide and perfect on a hot sunny day.
Not far away, in a wealth of historic landscaping, Bodiam Castle is picturesque and very interesting. Visitors can enjoy a glimpse of Medieval splendour at the 14th century fortress with its spiral staircases, battlements and wooden portcullis. It also boasts massive towers, a moat with fish and fabulous picnic spots. Colourful characters wander around in costume.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Mattress protector
- Stair gates
- Plastic crockery
- Night lights
- Food blender
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Kid-friendly excursions
- <1hr to Airport
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Children's books
- Board games
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Meal delivery service
Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Cooking Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Meal delivery service
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From p...
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Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Cooking Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Meal delivery service
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Small receptions of up to 20 people accepted.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to add...
Event information
Small receptions of up to 20 people accepted.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | £500 to be paid prior to arrival and to be refunded in full within one week of departure subject to a damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am, 11am on Sundays |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £500 to be paid prior to arrival and to be refunded in full within one week of departure subject to a damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am, 11am on Sundays |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday or Monday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 2-night minimum stay, this may be increased across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | No pets |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking inside |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that the hot tub is closed between November and the end of February. |
| Other 2 | Please note that you will need to select 8 guests at the time of booking, should you wish to make use of the accommodation in the studio |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 6 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31st 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £987 | £1,407 | £1,827 | £2,247 | £2,830 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Feb 28th 2025 | £1,092 | £1,554 | £2,016 | £2,478 | £3,108 |
| Feb 28th 2025 - Jun 27th 2025 | £1,344 | £1,901 | £2,457 | £3,014 | £3,749 |
| Jun 27th 2025 - Aug 31st 2025 | £1,575 | £2,226 | £2,877 | £3,528 | £4,253 |
| Aug 31st 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | £1,344 | £1,901 | £2,457 | £3,014 | £3,749 |
| Oct 31st 2025 - Jul 4th 2026 | £1,092 | £1,554 | £2,016 | £2,478 | £3,108 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31st 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £1,344 | £1,943 | £2,541 | £3,140 | £4,080 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Feb 28th 2025 | £1,418 | £2,022 | £2,625 | £3,229 | £4,043 |
| Feb 28th 2025 - Jun 27th 2025 | £1,743 | £2,468 | £3,192 | £3,917 | £4,872 |
| Jun 27th 2025 - Aug 31st 2025 | £2,048 | £2,893 | £3,738 | £4,584 | £5,529 |
| Aug 31st 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | £1,743 | £2,468 | £3,192 | £3,917 | £4,872 |
| Oct 31st 2025 - Jul 4th 2026 | £1,418 | £2,022 | £2,625 | £3,229 | £4,043 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Highest quality
A beautiful, peaceful place to stay. The house was immaculate and everything of the highest quality, we loved it. Many thanks for a wonderful stay.
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Beautiful house in a stunning location
Our second stay here - wonderful!! We come down from Yorkshire to Glyndebourne each year and we've tried lots of places but this one wins hands down. Beautiful house in a stunning location.
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Idyllic location
Exclusive barn conversion to a high standard. Comfortable with all mod cons. Idyllic location looking onto the Downs.
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Everything was of such a high standard
What a beautiful, beautiful building. Everything was of such a high standard throughout. The bedding, the sofas, the complimentary teas and coffee, the robes for the hot tub - all beautifully sourced and gorgeous.
Communication has been excellent and any queries answered swiftly. We have been on one day trip out on our 5 day stay here which speaks volumes for the accommodation. Every detail has been considered. We have been able to really switch off. The hot tub overlooking the stunning countryside has been a highlight - even better that there are plenty of plastic wine and champagne flutes provided so you can enjoy a cheeky drink or two in there!
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Would highly recommend it to anyone
We had the most amazing time at Oakwood Barn and would highly recommend it to anyone. A big thank you to Rebecca who answered all of our questions and made us feel so welcome! :)
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Simply stunning setting
I couldn’t recommend Lewes Barn more highly! What a beautiful setting to sit back and totally relax in, a home away from home. No stone left unturned and every detail thought of. Simply stunning setting and amazing hospitality. The team went above and beyond in responding to questions, being available to help and accommodate us and they even provided an amazing cake for our birthday celebration. Thank you so much and we can’t wait to come back again, hopefully very soon!
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Thank you all for making the stay so great!
Such a lovely property, the house was amazingly clean and the rooms were comfortable.
The bathrooms were lovely there were 4, one for each bedroom. The little tote bag and sparkling wine on arrival was a nice touch.
We really enjoyed our stay here. -
Spectacular views
We rented the Studio which flows into the main property so that our family of seven adults could spend a long weekend together. The building is meticulously planned with a beautiful bathroom for each bedroom. There are several seating areas so one can enjoy different views in peace. The home is stylishly decorated and is spacious, light and very comfortable with spectacular views straight onto cornfields beyond its own delightful ‘prairie’ garden. The kitchen is well equipped and great to prepare meals to enjoy in the spacious dining area. Lewes Barn is only 75 minutes from London yet it felt a world away; and so easy to get to Charleston, Lewes, Saltdean Lido, Rottingdean and the beautiful South Downs and wonderful to get back and enjoy a dip in the hot tub or a drink on the upper terrace before supper. We would happily have stayed much longer.
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The perfect base!
Our recent stay with you was wonderful! The accommodation is absolutely beautiful and the view from it is just stunning. We’re (fairly) local but love spending weekends in Sussex with our young children and Lewes Barn was the perfect base. I’ve no doubt we will return. Thank you again!
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Breathtaking views
This property is a total find! Everything is beautiful and the views are breathtaking. We were here during Storm Eunice and I can’t imagine a more cosy, comfortable place to be holed up for a weekend. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms are beautiful. Great wifi. Well stocked kitchen with sharp knives. Lots of space for teenagers to spread out and lounge. Big dining room table that’s great for family meals and games.
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Every tiny detail is considered
This is my second stay at Lewes Barn for work and I couldn’t be more impressed. Every tiny detail is considered from the hypnos matresses to the beautiful linens and excellent kitchen equipment. The bathroom is great, underfloor heating, a capacious bath and a power shower. Rebecca, the manager arranged for milk, bread and basic groceries to be there for my arrival which was great after a long journey. The views are stunning with huge windows all along the front of the property and it is a delight to walk straight out onto the Downs. Bravo, great job, go and stay without a moment’s worry about anything.
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Beautiful setting
The perfect place for a gathering. Wonderful spacious house in a beautiful setting. The weekend we visited was so hot and so we were unable to do too much except enjoy the views - we will have to return for more adventures!!
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