The Ultimate Countryside Retreat – Gildridge Country Estate, East Sussex
Escape to the stunning Gildridge Country Estate, just 20 minutes from the coast, and enjoy the perfect countryside getaway for families, friends, or special occasions. Set within 6.35 acres of private, landscaped grounds, this spacious six-bedroom home offers a blend of timeless character and modern comfort—plus a host of on-site activities to keep everyone entertained.
With darts, table tennis, a karaoke setup, basketball, croquet, a tennis court, BBQ, and now a private hot tub included free of charge, there’s something for every guest to enjoy.
Property Highlights
Sleeps up to 16 guests comfortably across 6 bedrooms and 2 double sofa beds in the lounge
Additional fold-up beds available upon request for extra flexibility
Dog-friendly – up to 4 dogs welcome (dog beds available on request)
Fully equipped kitchen and large dining room seating up to 20 guests
Smart TV and Wi-Fi
Laundry Room
Free On-Site Activities
Private Hot Tub (please give 48 hours’ notice before arrival to ensure it's ready)
Tennis court and basketball hoop
Children’s play area
Brick BBQ – perfect for summer evenings
Karaoke machine for fun group nights in
Dartboard and table tennis table
Croquet set for games on the lawn
EV Charging & Parking
Parking for up to 4 cars at the property
Additional parking available nearby on Whitesmith Lane
On-site EV charger
Explore the Area
Tucked away in the beautiful Sussex countryside, the estate is well-placed for walking, pub lunches, and coastal adventures. Local highlights include:
Chiddingly (1.75 miles)
Lewes (8 miles) – historic market town with direct trains to London
Eastbourne (12 miles) and Brighton & Hove (15 miles) – ideal for beach days and shopping
London – approx. 49 miles
Whether you’re planning a family gathering, milestone celebration, or simply looking to unwind in peaceful surroundings, Gildridge Country Estate offers space, charm, and plenty of entertainment to make your stay unforgettable.
Pet Policy:
This cottage only allows (4) pets per stay.
Tennis Courts:
Tennis courts are available year-round and are shared with the two cottages in the grounds.
No pets are allowed in the tennis court.
Tennis court gates should be kept closed at all times for safety.
The courts are for tennis only. No bikes, skates, skateboards, scooters or other activities are permitted on the court at any time.
Children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
HOT TUB RULES:
NO Pregnant women, children and those with heart disease
ASK your doctor before getting in if you take medicines or have medical condition
Don’t get in tub if you have open sores or wounds, or cuts, or diarrhea
SHOWER off particles, oils, fake tan, cosmetics, hair gels, etc…before getting in. Wearing of fake tan is not allowed as it will spoil the water for your stay and clog the filters. Charge for extra cleaning is a minimum of £100 as we would have to empty the tub, clean filters, clean hot tub, refill and reheat.
No drugs or alcohol. No food or drink.
Pets not allowed in the tub.
Keep your head, arms and upper chest out of the water to avoid overheating
Stay hydrated before getting into the hot tub
Get out if you feel dizzy, overheated, nauseous, or unwell
Close the lid when you are not using the tub to keep water temperature from falling.
Do Not sit, lay or stand on the hot tub cover. Damaged cover will be charged at £750.
Be careful when getting out so you don’t slip and fall. We accept no liability to anyone using the hot tub.
*Park at your own risk as management assumes no responsibility for any damage, theft, or loss that may occur while the vehicle is parked. Maximum 4 cars allowed to park on site. Extra cars are charged at £25 per night. There is plenty of free on street parking in Whitesmith Lane.
*Caution should be exercised when walking the grounds as there are several ponds on the property.
*Caution should be exercised as there are a lot of low oak beams in main house. Parts of which are over 400 years old.
Extra guests over 16 are charged at £70 per person per night.
Tennis court lighting is not available.
