From contemporary barn conversions and traditional farmhouses to cosy shepherd’s huts and glamping retreats, our collection of farm stays in Sussex offers a fantastic choice of places to stay in the countryside. With plenty of attractions and the coast all within easy reach, you can enjoy the peace and quiet of farm life while exploring one of England’s most varied counties.
Sussex has a wonderfully diverse farming landscape, from sweeping chalk downlands grazed by sheep and cattle alongside fields of wheat, barley, and maize, to the smaller pastoral fields of the Sussex Weald. The county is also home to a range of specialist producers, including vineyards, free-range egg farms, horticultural growers, and organic vegetable farms.
This varied countryside is reflected in the range of farm accommodation on offer. Stay in a traditional flint barn conversion, a red brick farmhouse, a timber farm outbuilding transformed into a stylish lodge, or even a historic oast house.
With so many farms home to animals, there will be plenty of opportunities to see cows being milked, meet newborn lambs in spring, or feed a carrot to a friendly horse.
Sussex has a varied coastline too, from quintessential seaside towns and grand Victorian promenades to sandy beaches backed by dunes and the dramatic chalk cliffs of the Seven Sisters.
Choose a coastal farm stay in Sussex and you can spend the day swimming in the sea, enjoying fish and chips on the pier, or browsing independent shops before returning to the peace and quiet of the farm. It’s a particularly good option if you want a seaside holiday without staying in the middle of a busy resort.
Sussex is also a great choice for a holiday with your dog. Many beaches welcome dogs, although some of the more popular spots have restrictions during the summer months. Inland, the South Downs Way and 1066 Country Walk offer miles of dog friendly walking trails – just remember to keep your dogs close to you at all times and on a lead when crossing farmland.
Sussex is an excellent choice for a family holiday, with plenty to do both on the farm and beyond it. With Brighton, Lewes, Arundel and Chichester, as well as historic houses, castles, gardens and adventure parks, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
The county’s location in the south east also makes Sussex a convenient base for exploring further afield, with excellent transport links and London within easy reach.
Back at the farm, many of our family friendly farm stays in Sussex have extras such as games rooms, swimming pools, tennis courts, and hot tubs, so there’s plenty to enjoy when you fancy a quieter day without leaving the farm.
Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a romantic countryside break, or a coastal escape with friends, staying on a farm is a great way to experience Sussex from a different perspective.
Choose from child friendly farms where you can meet the animals, characterful barn conversions, traditional farmhouses, and cosy glamping retreats, and find your perfect Sussex farm stay for your next countryside holiday.
