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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 281 sq m
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North Chailey, East Sussex
- Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station5 min drive
- Sheffield Park Garden5 min drive
- Plumpton Racecourse9 min drive
- London (LGW-Gatwick)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom #1 (sleeps 2): First floor
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1 - first floor
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
About this property
Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom
THE PROPERTY
Mill Barn is a luxury holiday cottage like no other. Positioned on Chailey Common, a Local Nature Reserve and SSI in East Sussex, it is a stunning, spacious barn conversion with contemporary styling and lovely design touches, perfect for a romantic getaway. Mill Barn is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home.
The sumptuous sitting room offers comfy sofas, a cosy log burner and lovely spiral stairs up to the first floor. The kitchen is fully-equipped and includes an induction range cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer-dryer. There is also a boot room with WC downstairs.
Upstairs the bright, spacious bedroom has built-in wardrobes, a king-size bed and views over the Common. Next door, the decadent bathroom boasts a deep double-end bath, separate walk-in rainfall shower, and comes complete with bathrobes and slippers (please leave in the cottage on departure!). Outside you also have a good-sized private walled garden and half an acre of woodland. Genuinely one of the finest cosy cottages in Sussex, Mill Barn offers a perfect blend of warmth and luxury.
LOCAL AREA
Step out of the door and straight onto Chailey Common for plentiful walks across this pretty SSI landscape. Sheffield Park Gardens, the Bluebell Railway, Ridgeview Wine Estate and Bluebell Vineyards are all within a 10-minute drive. Further afield, head to Lewes and enjoy wandering the pretty centre of this historic market town, visit Brighton, or book early for Glyndebourne Opera.
USEFUL INFORMATION & HOUSE RULES:
- Mill Barn is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 21 nights.
- Pets: generally not allowed. However one small, well-behaved dog may be considered on advance request, at the owner's discretion. If the request is accepted, a dog will be charged at GBP30 per week or part week.
- This property has a security deposit of GBP200, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Accessibility: There is one step (15cm) to the front door threshold. Spiral staircase to the first floor. Other internal floors are level and even. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen: Electric Everhot range cooker with induction hobs (pots and pans provided) and double oven, slimline dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, double butler sink, microwave, toaster, kettle, 2 cafetieres & fresh coffee.
- 1 babe in arms (max 1 year old and not walking) is welcome. 1 travel cot (bedding provided) and 1 highchair available on advance request.
- The property has a spiral staircase to access the first floor and a wood burner which gets very hot, please bear this in mind if bringing an infant.
- Please note candles are not permitted at Mill Barn.
- Mill Barn is decorated for the Christmas season.
- Bathrobes and slippers provided (please leave in the cottage on departure!).
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer and hairdryer provided.
- Logs are provided for reasonable use of the wood stove during your stay
- Fully enclosed garden with table and chairs, fire pit and BBQ (on request). There is also half an acre of private woodland for your use, adjacent to Mill Barn.
- Private yoga lessons can be arranged in the cottage or its tranquil garden, please contact us for details
- This property has an alarm, however it will be turned off before your arrival. If you would like to set it whilst you are out during your stay, please contact us or the owner.
- There are 2 parking spaces available on the private drive next to the cottage.
- Gas central heating.
- Wi-Fi.
Mill Barn is a luxury holiday cottage like no other. Positioned on Chailey Common, a Local Nature Reserve and SSI in East Sussex, it is a stunning, spacious barn conversion with contemporary styling and lovely design touches, perfect for a romantic getaway. Mill Barn is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading independent Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home.
The sumptuous sitting room offers comfy sofas, a cosy log burner and lovely spiral stairs up to the first floor. The kitchen is fully-equipped and includes an induction range cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer-dryer. There is also a boot room with WC downstairs.
Upstairs the bright, spacious bedroom has built-in wardrobes, a king-size bed and views over the Common. Next door, the decadent bathroom boasts a deep double-end bath, separate walk-in rainfall shower, and comes complete with bathrobes and slippers (please leave in the cottage on departure!). Outside you also have a good-sized private walled garden and half an acre of woodland. Genuinely one of the finest cosy cottages in Sussex, Mill Barn offers a perfect blend of warmth and luxury.
LOCAL AREA
Step out of the door and straight onto Chailey Common for plentiful walks across this pretty SSI landscape. Sheffield Park Gardens, the Bluebell Railway, Ridgeview Wine Estate and Bluebell Vineyards are all within a 10-minute drive. Further afield, head to Lewes and enjoy wandering the pretty centre of this historic market town, visit Brighton, or book early for Glyndebourne Opera.
USEFUL INFORMATION & HOUSE RULES:
- Mill Barn is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the leading Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home.
- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 21 nights.
- Pets: generally not allowed. However one small, well-behaved dog may be considered on advance request, at the owner's discretion. If the request is accepted, a dog will be charged at GBP30 per week or part week.
- This property has a security deposit of GBP200, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange.
- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional details such as postal address, guest names and direct email. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this information, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis.
- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking.
- Accessibility: There is one step (15cm) to the front door threshold. Spiral staircase to the first floor. Other internal floors are level and even. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.
- Kitchen: Electric Everhot range cooker with induction hobs (pots and pans provided) and double oven, slimline dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, double butler sink, microwave, toaster, kettle, 2 cafetieres & fresh coffee.
- 1 babe in arms (max 1 year old and not walking) is welcome. 1 travel cot (bedding provided) and 1 highchair available on advance request.
- The property has a spiral staircase to access the first floor and a wood burner which gets very hot, please bear this in mind if bringing an infant.
- Please note candles are not permitted at Mill Barn.
- Mill Barn is decorated for the Christmas season.
- Bathrobes and slippers provided (please leave in the cottage on departure!).
- Iron, ironing board, clothes airer and hairdryer provided.
- Logs are provided for reasonable use of the wood stove during your stay
- Fully enclosed garden with table and chairs, fire pit and BBQ (on request). There is also half an acre of private woodland for your use, adjacent to Mill Barn.
- Private yoga lessons can be arranged in the cottage or its tranquil garden, please contact us for details
- This property has an alarm, however it will be turned off before your arrival. If you would like to set it whilst you are out during your stay, please contact us or the owner.
- There are 2 parking spaces available on the private drive next to the cottage.
- Gas central heating.
- Wi-Fi.
Property manager
Inspire Stays
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Lewes is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of South Downs National Park and Brighton Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Brighton Marina.
Check out an event or a game at American Express Community Stadium, and consider making time for Brighton Pier, a top attraction not to be missed.

North Chailey, East Sussex
What's nearby
- Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Sheffield Park Garden - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Plumpton Racecourse - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- American Express Community Stadium - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
- Glyndebourne Opera House - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Stand Up Inn - 8 min drive
- The Snowdrop Inn - 6 min drive
- Fox & Hounds - 7 min drive
- The Cock Inn - 4 min drive
- Lindfield Coffee Works - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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7 Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
8 Mar 2025
Relaxing stay in beautiful location thanks to our superb host
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10/10 Excellent
21 Dec 2023
Wonderful cottage
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10/10 Excellent
Richard S.
20 Nov 2023
Lovely repeat stay
Richard S.
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10/10 Excellent
14 Nov 2023
second time visiting; hoping for a third
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10/10 Excellent
16 Oct 2023
Beautiful!
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10/10 Excellent
Jonathan B.
19 July 2023
Another great week at Mill Barn
Jonathan B.
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10/10 Excellent
Heather Minshull
3 July 2023
A delightful cottage stay
Heather Minshull
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10/10 Excellent
27 Nov 2022
Charming cottage
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10/10 Excellent
Sheila K.
21 Oct 2022
An excellently presented property.
Sheila K.
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10/10 Excellent
20 Sept 2022
A wonderful relaxing week
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10/10 Excellent
20 Sept 2022
Mill Barn is an amazing place
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10/10 Excellent
19 Sept 2022
Our second stay...
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10/10 Excellent
19 Sept 2022
Mill Barn is the most stunningly beautiful place to stay
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