Dog-friendly Hotels East Sussex

An original 1920s weather-boarded single-storey beach house with an enclosed garden, this is the perfect dog-friendly hideaway.

A fabulous wing of the owners' home just outside the medieval town of Rye. Excellent accommodation for families and couples. Dog-friendly. Stunning views and country walks direct from the door. Rye 2 miles.

This stunning Grade ll listed oast is unique to the Kent and Sussex countryside, in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This delightful holiday property offers a plethora of beams and an abundance of character, with glorious views across the rolling countryside, particularly from the first floor living space.
Originally used to dry hops grown locally, which were then sent to the brewer’s to be used for flavouring beers. Sadly, the twin roundels and the cowl at the top of the kiln has long since disappeared, but the main part of the barn, which was used for the actual storing of hops prior to drying, still has an oak winch in the living area as a reminder of its working past. Situated adjacent to the owner’s 16th-century house built by a Wealden ironmaster, on a delightful, rural, single track lane, guests can access the orchard, tennis court and owner’s paddocks which slope down to the stream at the bottom of the valley.
Wadhurst village is close by, and Royal Tunbridge Wells is 7 miles. Bewl Water offers cycle hire, fishing and boating activities. Visit Bateman’s, Rudyard Kipling’s family home (NT), Bodiam Castle (NT), and the beautiful gardens at Scotney Castle and Pashley Manor, or simply enjoy the many walks through the beautiful Sussex countryside directly from the property. Take the opportunity to explore the award-winning English vineyards in the area and sample some superb wines. Wadhurst railway station, 3 miles, provides good connections to London and further sightseeing opportunities. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Fairwind is a detached bungalow perched at the top of the cliffs, with a covered outdoor swimming pool in the rear garden. Uninterrupted sea views of the English Channel can be enjoyed from the garden or the comfort of the living room. The sleepy seaside town of Peacehaven offers stunning clifftop walks or a beach walk accessed via a ramp a couple of hundred yards from Fairwind. The Greenwich Meridian dividing east and west, runs through the town and there is a marker on the cliff top close to Fairwind where the 0 degree longitude line travels from the cliffs and out to sea. 6 miles to the east is buzzing Brighton where you can visit The Royal Pavilion, explore The Lanes or view the coastline from the British Airways i360 tower, named the most slender tower by the Guinness World Records in 2016. Enjoy a stroll along the pier or visit the oldest operating aquarium in the world with its original Victorian architecture. The port of Newhaven offers the opportunity to take a day trip to France or from the marina, a boat trip to explore the Seven Sisters Heritage Coast. The area also produces some excellent wines so don’t leave without taking a tour around a Sussex vineyard. Beach 150 yards. Shop 800 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

Moray Hastings is a self-catering apartment for up to 6-7 (including travel cot) on England’s south coast with direct sea views. Situated in a Georgian Grade II listed building and within close proximity to all of Hastings’ major attractions. A stylish clean and modern set of interiors to this apartment with elegant features such as original fireplace, crystal chandeliers in both main rooms and with lovely french doors opening out onto a balcony with uninterrupted sea views. Let the fresh air and sounds of the sea pour into the living room that is also south facing. The open plan layout is a brilliant attribute and is a great place for entertaining friends and family and the circular dining table for four extends to seat six.
Hastings is full of energy both day and night. Along the promenade you can never get bored, mini golf, the amusement arcades, east and west hill cliffs, the pier and numerous museums are only a handful of things to do. You can also experience a vast selection of pubs and restaurants throughout the Old and New Town, catering to all tastes along the way. If you’re lucky enough to be in the apartment when one of many local events are happening then you’re in for a real treat. The Hastings bonfire and firework display, the carnival and May Day motorbike parade all take part on the beach and road directly opposite. So you can enjoy the best Hastings has to offer and you don’t even have to move from the sofa!
Get lost in the history that 1066 country has to offer, with the Battle of Hastings and the Abbey in which houses one of the largest tapestries in Europe. Visit the Old Town which still continues to be renowned for its fishing and ports which put Hastings on the map well before the tourism boom in the 19th century. The St Clements caves in the cliffs, which made life easy for smugglers in the 1800’s, can now be discovered and a greater understanding for the town can be appreciated not only for its strategic position but connections to the rest of the country. Beach 170 yards. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 200 yards.

Steyning Kilns is located on the site of five old lime kilns dating back to the early 1800s. It is a lovely detached property with the added benefit of air conditioning, located on the side of the South Downs, able to comfortably accommodate up to six guests. It provides a fantastic secluded location for couples, families, or small groups of cyclists or walkers to stay, when looking to explore the wider Sussex area. Outside there is a tap for bike and boot washing and an eating area with table and chairs for six, barbecue and fire pit (with free logs) for those cooler evenings. There is a large paddock area for recreation and some outdoor play equipment available for the children.

Steyning is a small, picturesque town, originally one of the most important places in the county during the middle ages, with its large and prosperous port. Now, it resides about 5 miles from the coast, up the River Adur from Shoreham-by-Sea. The centre of the village still has a large number of historic buildings, including many from the medieval and Tudor period.

Today you’ll find independent shops, an assortment of tea rooms and restaurants, pubs, a well-stocked supermarket and a local butcher all on the high street. The award winning Sussex Produce Company stocks high quality produce and some excellent ready meals, where you can shop for food seven days a week and until late in the evening. Also well worth a visit is the Steyning Bookshop and Cobblestone Walk - a unique shopping arcade, all based around a 16th-century tea house.

The property is ideally positioned on the side of the South Downs, bordering onto the National Park boundary, but only ½ a mile from the South Downs Way path, the Downslink Trail and Steyning High Street. It offers many miles of bridle and cycle paths, and footpaths to explore, with pretty rural villages and traditional country pubs to discover along its routes. You can visit the nearby Steyning Bowl, Chanctonbury Ring, with its stunning views, and the Iron Age hill fort at Cissbury Ring.

The cosmopolitan city of Brighton on the south coast lies roughly 12 miles south east, where you can take a tour around the Regency terraces, the Royal Pavilion, the trendy Lanes district and book your ticket for the British Airways i360 observation tower. The town of Worthing, with 2019’s ‘Pier of the Year’ is only 7 miles away.

Other must-see places within Sussex include Arundel with its famous castle, RSPB Pulborough, The Bluebell Steam Railway, Ashdown Forest or slightly further afield to the west, you’ll find the historic Chichester Cathedral and Goodwood and Fontwell races.

Outdoor pursuits are well catered for in the county, including horse riding on the Downs, and golf enthusiasts will find a variety of courses available locally, and hang gliding enthusiasts can visit The Flyers at nearby Devil`s Dyke on The Downs, 7 miles away. Beach 5 miles. Shops, pubs and restaurants ¾ mile.

A lovely, detached cottage nestled in the Bexhill-on-Sea, Sussex. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Garden and decking. Hastings 7 miles; Eastbourne 11 miles.

The Studio is close to the town of Lewes just off the South Downs way at the top of a historic and well-maintained old racecourse. The building was once the home to six horses and has been converted to a very high standard. The Studio is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom New York loft style self-catering accommodation. It boasts spacious open plan living with high ceilings and quality fixtures and fittings throughout. The bedrooms, each equipped with comfortable beds, offer a quiet retreat from the main open-plan living area. The fully equipped kitchen area, complete with modern appliances and a dining area, allows guests to prepare their own meals and enjoy them in the comfort of their own space. Additional amenities include a living area with comfortable seating area and Flatscreen TV and well as a designated workspace with excellent connection to the internet. The two bathrooms are side by side and with external and internal access. There is an additional internal door to separate the two bathrooms. Perfect for small groups or families, this self-catering accommodation offer a unique and stylish alternative to traditional hotel rooms. There is a mezzanine terrace to sit and unwind while taking in the night sky or soaking up the sun during the day.
The Studio is located at the Old Racecourse, Lewes in the heart of the South Downs National Park. In May 2016 the South Downs National Park became part of the International Dark Sky Reserve. At night the star-studded skies are captivating and equally beautiful as the rolling landscape that surrounds you. Whether you are looking for adventure, relaxation, culture, or history East Sussex has something for everyone. You could take a ramble across the South Downs and stop off at an inn and unwind before heading back. The area is steeped in history with a Norman castle, historic houses and the Glyndebourne opera house a short drive away. Climb to the top of Lewes castle for panoramic views across Sussex and after a picnic in the gardens visit the museum of Sussex Archaeology. Alternatively, have a browse around Lewes town where you will find lots of restaurants, independent boutiques, art galleries, pubs, and antique shops. Beach 9½ miles.