Sussex Holidays in December
Wander the streets of charming towns and villages, illuminated by pretty Christmas lights and the warm glow of windows. Sip mulled wine and breathe in cool, crisp air, the tip of your nose adopting a cheery pink hue in the cold. Explore, talk and relax, and then when you've had your fill, return to your home-from-home.Read more
Whether you are looking for a solo retreat, romantic getaway with your beloved or a family holiday with all the crew and friends too, a December in Sussex is always magical. With beautiful countryside and coast to explore by day and infectious atmosphere and cheer buzzing around the county's towns, you won't fail to be enchanted this month. Christmas festivities, New Year celebrations or simply a chance to escape for a while, you can spend your days doing as much or as little as you please in a Classic cottage in Sussex. Take a step closer to your next adventure and take a look through our portfolio of 10 available properties.
10 Sussex cottages in December
7 nights from £366
Hill Farm Cottage
45561 bedroom self-catering cottage near Battle.
Situated in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within easy reach of the coast, this beautifully crafted Sussex barn is the perfect retreat for couples looking for a ...
7 nights from £366
7 nights from £380
Poppets Cottage
42801 bedroom, dog-friendly self catering cottage in Buxted, East Sussex
Nestled in a peaceful setting and part of a former convent, Poppets Cottage is as charming as its name implies. Thoughtfully furnished in a country vintage style, this delightf...
7 nights from £380
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £406
The Tea Hut
44771 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough.
The Tea Hut is situated up a private drive in High Hurstwood. Nestled in the picturesque Sussex countryside it is a great base from which to explore Ashdown Forest and the local to...
7 nights from £406
7 nights from £645
Woodpeckers Cottage
44731 bedroom self-catering cottage near East Grinstead.
Woodpeckers is a luxury boutique-style holiday cottage perfect for couples wanting to relax in the Sussex countryside with easy access to country walks and nearby Ashdown Forest. ...
7 nights from £645
7 nights from £510
Medleys Barn
44762 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough.
Medleys Barn in High Hurstwood is an ideal base for exploring Ashdown Forest or for visits to Glyndebourne. Once a cart barn on a well-established fruit farm, this charming barn co...
7 nights from £510
7 nights from £511
Castlemans Stables East
44212 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Battle.
In the heart of East Sussex's 1066 countryside and set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Castlemans Stables East is a sympathetically converted stable block...
7 nights from £511
7 nights from £511
Castlemans Stables West
44222 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Battle.
Set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in the heart of East Sussex's 1066 countryside, Castlemans Stables West is a sympathetically converted stable block, w...
7 nights from £511
7 nights from £710
3 Little London Mews
43613 bedroom, dog-friendly self catering cottage in Chichester.
Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, in Chichester's Northern Quarter, this warm and welcoming townhouse is a simple walk to so much that this cosmopolitan and cultural haven ha...
7 nights from £710
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £872
Danny Cottage
44583 bedroom thatched, dog-friendly self-catering cottage in Alfriston.
Danny Cottage is a beautiful Grade II Listed, 16th Century timber-framed thatched cottage situated in a rural position on the edge of Alfriston village. Purchased from the National...
7 nights from £872
Medleys Yard
7 nights from £915