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Welcome to Mill Barn holiday cottage in North Chailey, East Sussex
Mill Barn, a romantic holiday cottage in North Chailey, East Sussex
Mill Barn is a luxury holiday cottage in North Chailey, East Sussex
A rural retreat in East Sussex with log burner
Cuddle up with a glass in front of the fire

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 281 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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. Barbican House Museum and Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brighton Marina and Piltdown Golf Club. Brighton Pier and Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station are also worth visiting.
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North Chailey, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • High Weald - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sheffield Park Garden - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Heaven Farm - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Piltdown Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Plumpton Station - 7 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Shant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Fox & Hounds - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Francisco Lounge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom on 20 May 2026 start from AU$432, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mill Barn by inspirestays.com - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in Lewes, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of High Weald, Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station and Sheffield Park Garden. Heaven Farm and Plumpton Racecourse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard B.

We felt completely at ease from beginning to end

You can only rate everything with the most stars. The hostess is something you couldn't ask for. It got dark quite early for this time of year. No problem at all; we returned around 4:00 pm, enjoyed a pot of tea in the living room, and felt right at home. The Christmas tree greeted us upon arrival. We felt completely at ease from beginning to end. It certainly won't be our last visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Man kann alles nur mit den meisten Sternen bewerten. Eine Gastgeberin wie Penny kann man sich nur wünschen. Um die Jahreszeit war es schon recht früh dunkel. Alles kein Problem so gegen 16:00 h wieder einkehren, Kessel an teatime im Wohnzimmer sitzen und sich wohlfühlen. Bei der Anreise beim eintreten begrüßte uns schon der Tannenbaum. Man fühlte sich von Anfang bis Ende zu Hause. War wohl nicht der letzte Besuch.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

yaron P.

Everything is perfect

Our second time at Mill Barn and as the first time, everything was perfect, included Penny the host.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

yaron P.

High comfort in a traditional cottage

Mill Barn is a charming traditional cottage with comfort worth a high quality hotel. Location is ideal, with access to the Chailey Common just behind the house. Owner is available at any time and very friendly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

A beautiful place to stay !

Mill barn is truly beautiful. It’s in a wonderful setting and the barn is delightful in every way , from the lovely interior to the very pretty little garden and the common next to it. Penny is the perfect host and the little touches in the barn make the world of difference , better than a 5 star hotel ! We will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A real gem

Mill Barn is all you'd ever want in a holiday cottage, and more. From the stylish and well-equipped interior to the beautiful garden and stunning surroundings, it really is a gem. Add to that a very kind and genuinely caring host, and you have a winning combination. I run private retreats and I see a lot of holiday cottages in the course of my work, and this really is as good as it gets. I look forward to returning with new clients in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Our stay at Mill Barn

Although this was booked in my name it was my brother and sister-in-law from New Zealand who stayed there and they thoroughly enjoyed the comfort and cosiness of the cottage. The lovely basket of wine and other treats was much appreciated and Penny the owner was helpful and charming.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holiday perfection

What can I say that reflects how wonderful our stay was at Mill Barn ! Except perfection. Great location, so well equipped with everything you need for a great holiday. Spotlessly clean. Welcome touches such as fresh flowers, biscuits, wine etc. Best holiday cottage I have stayed at and I have stayed at a lot !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Barn

Beautiful cottage with everything you need. Quiet surroundings for a relaxing break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David R.

A great little find.

Fantastic place to stay with a very warm welcome from Penny. The welcome basket and the condition of the cottage was great, in fact one of the best we have stayed in. Location great for walks on the common and meeting the ponies who regularly paid us a visit was a joy. Location was nice and quite and with the comfort of the cottage itself, what more could you want. Hoping to return as soon as we can sort something out.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing stay in beautiful location thanks to our superb host

Mill Barn was simply perfect for our extended weekend break. Penny was such an attentive and communicative host who went out of her way before, on arrival and during our stay to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. We were so grateful for the thoughtful touches (fire ready to light, welcome basket of goodies and later check out) which really made us feel very welcome and ‘at home’.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful cottage

This beautiful cottage is outstanding in every way, each room has its own personality and warmth, from coming in the gate to the front door and beyond. Great for snuggling up by the fire after a long soak in the beautiful bathroom after a long walk or shopping.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Lovely repeat stay

This was our second visit to this delightful cottage. Penny's attention to detail is second to none. Everything you could need is there. Warm, inviting, comfortable with an excellent welcome basket. A pleasure to stay here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

second time visiting; hoping for a third

we never usually go back to a holiday venue, but this is the second time we've stayed at Mill Barn, and it's really becoming a peaceful home away from home. the place is fantastic, very well appointed throughout, wth a superb bathroom, nice kitchen, and very relaxing lounge area. owner Penny could not be more accommodating and helpful, and really makes you feel so welcome, both in person and with her welcome pack. it's pleasantly independent of any nearby buildings, and over the private garden wall is hundreds of hectares of forest for walks and exploration. and if you like pheasants, rabbits, or owls, the nearby woods have many. my only concern is leaving this review may help more people discover Mill Barn and limit our own chances of returning again! {:-)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful!

My husband and I could have chosen so many places to stay on our recent trip to the UK…long and the short of it, we chose Mill Barn and are so glad we did! An absolutely stunning property, well taken care of by its owner. We received a very warm welcome after our flight from Toronto…after it being an overnight which was 4 hrs late departing. I was able to contact Penny with ease from the airport to update her, her reply was almost instant and reassuring that it would be all ready for us to rest. The setting of the cottage it unbelievable and sooo very quiet. All amenities are up to date, much better than you would even expect. If you are thinking of a stay at Mill Barn please, do not hesitate…thank you Penny for such a wonderful stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Another great week at Mill Barn

We have stayed at Mill Barn four times now and it is perfect everytime. A beautifuk cottage in a beautiful location and Penny is such an excellent host. We will be back again next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heather Minshull

A delightful cottage stay

This was our second stay at Mill Barn. Owner, Penny, goes a step beyond in making sure that the cottage is in pristine condition when you arrive. The place is immaculately clean. Fresh flowers adorn every room. A lovely hamper filled with goodies is an added luxury. Everything works as it should. Location wise, this is perfect. Near enough to travel to Lewes or Haywards Heath (and beyond) but far enough away to enjoy total quiet - we loved just walking on the heathland surrounding us . The garden was a wonderful retreat too. This is a perfect place for romance and a perfect place for rest and quiet. Personal circumstances meant that I needed the latter this year. The cottage haven was exactly what was needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage

Home away from home. This cottage is equipped with everything you would need. Attention to detail in all spaces. Lovely area for walks and hikes. Close to shopping. Great hosts. Parking is right outside your cottage. Bedroom and bathroom are upstairs. Comfortable bed and extra large bath.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

An excellently presented property.

We had a thoroughly enjoyable seven day stay in this excellently presented property. Everything was of a very high standard.. It was ideally suited for two people. It was in a delightful setting, away from the main road and very quiet but not isolated. We would have no hesitation in returning.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mill Barn is an amazing place

Mill Barn is an amazing place to spend a few days away from all the chaos ... Thank you for all the thoughtful touches that make Mill Barn such a warm and enticing place to stay. We will definitely return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful relaxing week

We’ve enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing week at beautiful Mill Barn (our second visit). Yet again Penny has thought of everything to ensure a memorable stay. The generous welcome basket and fresh flowers were perfect! Enjoyed some great walks on the South Downs Way from Ditchling Beacon and a couple of relaxing days out at Nymans and Sheffield Park. Returning to the beautiful garden at Mill Barn afterwards just completed the perfect day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our second stay...

Our second stay at Mill Barn and it has been just perfect, again! It is a real ‘home from home’ thanks to Penny’s hospitality and attention to making any stay here very special. It has been lovely to come in the autumn (last visit was in the summer) and enjoy the cosiness of evenings by the fire. Also, the walks on the Common and the autumnal colours have been wonderful. There is lots to see and visit in the area, Sheffield Park, Hever Castle, Charleston and lots more. We’ve loved it all! Thank you Penny.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mill Barn is the most stunningly beautiful place to stay

Mill Barn is the most stunningly beautiful place to stay. The location is just idyllic, with the sound of birdsong and we loved watching the rabbits playing... Surrounded by bluebells and gorgeous countryside, I cannot think of a better place to escape to – it has a truly magical feel. As for Mill Barn itself we just love it. The attention to detail, the calming decor, fresh flowers and herbs, basket of treats... Thank you Penny, we didn’t want to leave!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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