Imagine waking up to birdsong, sipping fresh coffee while gazing out across the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, and ending your day with a glass of wine in a private courtyard under a sky full of stars. This charming flint and stone barn, lovingly restored with character and comfort in mind, offers the perfect countryside escape — just 9 miles from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton
Set along a peaceful country lane, the barn combines rustic charm with modern amenities, giving you the best of both worlds. Whether you’re hiking or cycling the Downs, enjoying hearty food at the nearby Royal Oak pub (an easy stroll away), or visiting the Hickstead Showground only 5 minutes away, this hideaway is ideally placed for relaxation and adventure.
Step through the barn door and into the country KITCHEN, where the scent of fresh coffee greets you each morning. Sunlight spills across the farmhouse table — the perfect spot for lazy breakfasts, laughter over a pot of tea, or a round of evening board games after a day exploring the Downs. With every modern convenience at hand — from a dishwasher and washing machine to a fridge-freezer, microwave, toaster, and Nespresso machine — this kitchen is designed to make life simple, so you can focus on the moments that matter.
Wander into the LOUNGE, a haven of comfort and warmth. Here, deep sofas invite you to sink in, the flicker of the log burner adds a golden glow, and a 43" smart TV with Netflix is ready for cozy movie nights. On cooler evenings, the crackle of the fire and a glass of wine create the kind of atmosphere that makes you never want to leave. Need extra sleeping space? A sofa bed is available to accommodate additional two guests (+£15/night).
When it’s time to come together, the DINING ROOM sets the scene for connection. Gather around a large, beautiful wooden table where stories are shared, meals stretch long into the night, and the joy of good food and company fills the air. Whether it’s a family feast, a celebratory dinner, or a simple candlelit supper, this space is made for memories.
As the evening winds down, retreat upstairs to find two charming BEDROOMS each with its own character. In the first floor, a welcoming double bed sits alongside a single, perfect for parents with a little one close by or for friends sharing a room. On the ground floor, the second bedroom offers twin bunk beds — a cozy hideaway for children or playful late-night chats. For the youngest travellers, a TRAVEL COT can be provided on request to ensure even the tiniest guests sleep soundly.
Bedroom 1, Master Bedroom Ensuite with double bed and single bed, sleep 3 (First Floor)
Bedroom 2, Twin Bunk beds, sleep 2 (Ground Floor)
Bathroom 1, Ensuite Master Bedroom with bathtub
Bathroom 2, Family Bathroom with shower
Outside, the large enclosed courtyard is the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee, afternoon picnics, or candlelit suppers as the sun sets over the Downs.
We know holidays are better with your four-legged friends. Well-behaved dogs are warmly welcomed (+£60/Dog/Stay). To keep the barn comfortable for all, we ask that dogs remain downstairs, off the furniture, and are not left alone for extended periods. With endless countryside walks on your doorstep, they’ll love it here as much as you do!
This isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a place to slow down, reconnect, and make memories. Guests come here for the peace, the views, and the charm of a countryside barn stay, while still being close enough to enjoy the energy of Brighton and the South Coast. Whether you’re here for long hikes, equestrian events, or simply a romantic break, this barn offers the perfect Sussex countryside experience.
Children allowed
Smoking allowed
Pets allowed
Events allowed
Infants allowed
Board games
Body soap
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Coffee/tea maker
Dining area
Dining table
Dishwasher
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A beautiful cottage in a gorgeous village but improvements are needed!
Positive: We have just returned from a trip to Dyke Farm Barn. The barn is beautiful, located in a gorgeous village and close enough to pop to busy Brighton. The accommodation itself I feel conflicted about. The barn is very old, full of character and beautiful. The living / dining area on the whole was fine. The kitchen was well equipped. The downstairs bathroom is small but works fine. I would say I believe the accommodation is better suited for those with older children. The upstairs bathroom is again functional but the toilet flush isn’t great. The cupboards are either missing doors or the doors do not line up well enough to keep closed. The main bedroom is again fine on the whole. It does get warm up there when the sun shines. The cleaning fee I believe is excessive at £186.00 all of the cutlery in the drawer I had to be washed up before using because there was dried food over them. There was old food under the chair which we discovered when finding one of our children’s dropped toys. There was food left on the make up table from previous guests, stickers on the floor; there was a general lack of dusting too. For £186 I would have expected the place to be cleaner!
Negative: Some extra dishwasher tablets and bin bags would be good. The electric hob is quite slow. The downstairs bathroom does smell of damp and we saw a couple of bugs come in from the extractor fan. The bunk bed room really could do with a bit of TLC. The room is quite depressing in its current state. It could do with a freshen up, maybe some colour on the walls etc. The downstairs baby gate was broken and there is no baby gate for the top of the stairs. The upstairs bathroom is again functional but the toilet flush isn’t great. The cupboards are either missing doors or the doors do not line up well enough to keep closed. The carpet in the main upstairs bedroom is very worn in places. One of the windows in the same bedroom has blown so it is completely full of condensation. Again in the main bedroom there is a wooden grill which sections off the bedroom to a wardrobe / storage section. These grills have previously been broken and are just propped up, they could do with being fixed back because they just fall through otherwise. There’s no headboard on the big bed so the pillows do move about a lot and fall behind the bed. The cleaning fee I believe is excessive at £186.00 all of the cutlery in the drawer I had to be washed up before using because there was dried food over them. There was old food under the chair which we discovered when finding one of our children’s dropped toys. There was food left on the make up table from previous guests, stickers on the floor; there was a general lack of dusting too. For £186 I would have expected the place to be cleaner! The key lock is also quite stiff. My final point is the allocated parking space is to the side of the property, the property entrance is round the other side. There is no pathway from the parking space to the front door so you do have to walk on the main road which was a bit of a worry as a family with young children. I would return with my husband and older children but maybe not with the younger ones.
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great place and surroundings
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Lovely place, perfect for a weekend away with friends. Well equipped and nice location, very spacious with everything you need
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Despite the heating being broken and snow on the ground an engineer arrived and we were given alternative accommodation for the night.
The house is ideally located and is our second visit.
