House in Lewes District
Reasons to book
About this house rental
A bright, eclectic home on the peaceful edge of Lewes, filled with Mexican-inspired colour, cobalt-blue archways, botanical prints and art.
Three bedrooms sleep six, with comfortable beds, a beautiful garden, BBQ, wood burner and free on-street parking.
Woodland walks are five minutes away, while historic Lewes is around 20–25 minutes on foot.
A welcoming, dog-friendly base for exploring the South Downs, Glyndebourne and the Sussex coast.
The Space:
Now managed by South House. House on the Green is now looked after by South House, bringing a fresh approach to guest experience, presentation and the little details that make a stay special.
Welcome to House on the Green, a much-loved family home full of colour, character and creative personality.
Mexican-inspired interiors, botanical wallpaper, striking cobalt-blue archways, velvet seating and eclectic artwork make this a home unlike any other.
With comfortable bedrooms, welcoming living spaces and a lovely garden, it's somewhere to relax, spend time together and explore Sussex.
Living & Dining
Relax on the velvet sofas in the colourful living room, with a Smart TV offering Netflix, Prime Video and BBC iPlayer.
There's also a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings, with wood provided.
Through the archway, the sunny yellow dining room seats six and opens directly onto the garden.
A dedicated desk and fast fibre Wi-Fi make working remotely easy.
Kitchen & Laundry
The modern kitchen has everything needed for a comfortable stay, including a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave, kettle, French press and cookware.
A washing machine, tumble dryer and iron are also provided.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Sleeps six across three upstairs bedrooms:
Super King: Super king-size bed, wardrobe, drawers and blackout blinds.
Double: Double bed, wardrobe, bedside table and full-length mirror.
Twin: Two single beds, clothes storage and blackout blinds.
A travel cot with sheet and blanket is available.
The first-floor family bathroom has a full-size bath, separate shower and WC.
There's an additional WC downstairs.
Garden & Outdoor Space
Step outside into a beautiful green garden with flowers, mature planting and an outdoor dining area beneath a grapevine-covered pergola.
Enjoy breakfast in the sunshine, an afternoon relaxing or dinner together outdoors.
There's a BBQ and firepit for enjoying the garden, plus a children's climbing wall.
Both front and rear gardens are available to guests.
Guest Access:
Guests have private use of the entire house, front and rear gardens and patio. The garden sheds remain locked.
Self check-in is available via a secure lockbox.
Check-in: From 3 pm
Checkout: By 11 am
Early check-in and late checkout may be available by prior arrangement, subject to availability and additional charges.
Parking: Free, unrestricted on-street parking is available outside. Spaces are generally plentiful but aren't reserved.
There are three steps through the front gate to the entrance.
Important: The front door locks automatically, so always take your key when leaving.
The Neighborhood:
House on the Green overlooks a peaceful green in a quiet residential neighbourhood on the edge of Lewes.
Woodland walks are just five minutes away, with beautiful routes towards Hamsey and the South Downs.
Historic Lewes is approximately 20–25 minutes on foot, with independent shops, restaurants, traditional pubs, cafés and cultural attractions.
A convenience store is at the end of the street, with Waitrose and Tesco a short drive away.
Things to explore:
Lewes: Historic streets, castle, independent shops and restaurants.
South Downs: Beautiful countryside walks and spectacular views.
Pells Pool: Historic outdoor swimming pool and park.
Glyndebourne: World-famous opera in the Sussex countryside.
The Needlemakers: Independent shops and Squisito restaurant.
ABYSS Brewery: Local craft beers and lively taproom.
Seaford: Beautiful coastline and beach.
Brighton: Restaurants, shopping, culture and seaside attractions.
Whether you're visiting for a countryside escape, family holiday, wedding or cultural event, Lewes is a wonderful base for exploring East Sussex.
Getting Around:
Lewes town centre is approximately 20–25 minutes away on foot, with the railway station around a 20-minute walk.
A nearby bus stop provides connections to Lewes and surrounding villages.
Free, unrestricted on-street parking makes exploring Sussex by car straightforward.
For everyday essentials:
Local shop:: End of the street.
Waitrose: 20-minute walk or 5-minute drive.
Tesco: 25-minute walk or 5-minute drive.
Other Things to Note:
A few useful details to help you enjoy your stay:
The house
Maximum six guests across three bedrooms.
All bedrooms and the main bathroom are upstairs.
Three steps to the front entrance.
One family bathroom and an additional downstairs WC.
No air conditioning, but fans are provided.
Garden sheds are private and unavailable to guests.
Wood burner & garden
Guests are welcome to use the wood burner; wood is provided.
Please follow the operating instructions and never leave a fire unattended.
The BBQ and firepit are available for guest use.
Children must be supervised around the firepit, BBQ and climbing wall.
Access
The front door locks automatically. Always carry your key.
Early check-in and late checkout may be available for an additional charge, subject to availability.
Dogs
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Please clean up after your dogs and look after the house and garden.
House rules
No smoking indoors.
No parties, events, hen or stag celebrations.
Please remove shoes before going upstairs.
No bicycles inside the house.
Please respect our neighbours and keep noise down, particularly in the evenings.
Early check-in and late checkout may be available for an additional charge, subject to availability.
Interaction with Guests:
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions and we will get back Asap.
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