South Downs holiday cottages
Stretching for 87 miles from Winchester to Eastbourne, the gorgeous South Downs area offers an idyllic place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. With an abundance of hills, valleys and walks within the South Downs National Park to explore year-round, this glorious area of the English countryside is a lovely place to get back into nature and spend some time wildlife watching, from rare butterflies to otters and skylarks. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 10 luxury self catering cottages in South Downs
7 nights from £874 booking fees included
Beacon Hill Barn
56442 bedroom self catering cottage near Midhurst.
This gorgeous barn sits in the heart of the South Downs National Park providing an excellent base for all types of rural pursuits and is perfectly positioned for visiting the towns...
7 nights from £874
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25 Sep 2026 - 2 Oct 2026
From £1011.00 £916.20 booking fees included
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2 Oct 2026 - 9 Oct 2026
£992.00 £899.10 booking fees included
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9 Oct 2026 - 16 Oct 2026
£992.00 £899.10 booking fees included
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16 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026
£992.00 £899.10 booking fees included
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23 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026
From £992.00 £899.10 booking fees included
From £57 per night + £53 booking fees
Cala Lily
5289Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
With countryside views and just two hours from London, Cala Lily is a luxury shepherd's hut situated in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers a dreamy escape where yo...
From £57 per night
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From £171 per night + £159 booking fees
From £57 per night + £53 booking fees
Douglas Fir
5290Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
Hidden away in the West Sussex countryside yet just two hours from London, this luxury shepherd's hut offers a magical escape for two. Beautiful and handcrafted, it has all you ...
From £57 per night
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From £57 per night + £53 booking fees
Isla Rose
5948Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...
From £57 per night
7 nights from £442 booking fees included
Carter's Cottage
60051 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.
This cosy and well-appointed semi-detached country retreat sits on a working heavy horse farm, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the slo...
7 nights from £442
7 nights from £686 booking fees included
Heringaud Barn
52512 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Alfriston.
This peaceful retreat is situated in the sleepy picturesque village of West Dean in the heart of the South Downs National Park, a short distance from Cuckmere Haven and the Seven S...
7 nights from £686
Dovecote Garden
7 nights from £1258.63 booking fees included
7 nights from £574 booking fees included
Quebec Barn
48892 bedroom, dog friendly self catering apartment near Alfriston.
This historic property is situated in the unspoilt village of West Dean in the Cuckmere Valley close to the village of Alfriston and the Seven Sisters Country Park. The village, wh...
7 nights from £574
7 nights from £648 * booking fees included
The Laundry
56502 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Polegate.
This retro-style retreat is the perfect place to relax, recharge and reconnect. It sits in the picturesque downland village of Jevington within the South Downs National Park, just ...
7 nights from £648 *
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Walk along some of the South Downs Way, head to Seaford to discover the striking Seven Sisters chalk cliffs and Beachy Head to see the highest chalk cliff in Britain. As an International Dark Sky Reserve, stargazing is a must. Wrap up warm, bring a blanket and admire the sparkling night sky.
With several vineyards to choose from, a wine tour and tasting makes for a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. And if you're looking to discover a slice of history, pay a visit to Arundel Castle, Jane Austen's House museum and Virginia Woolf's 16th century cottage, Monk House. There's certainly plenty to do on your South Downs holiday...
Further afield, venture to the many gorgeous East Sussex towns and villages, including Lewes, Rye, Mayfield and Battle.
