Gildridge House, Heathfield

Gildridge House is a spacious 17th-century property sleeping 12 guests on a 300-acre working sheep and cattle farm in Heathfield, Sussex. This grand house works brilliantly for larger groups with five bedrooms, five bathrooms and multiple social spaces spread across its characterful layout. The covered heated swimming pool (available May to October) and private sauna add real luxury to your stay.

Set in rural South East England, the property sits within extensive lawned grounds dotted with ancient oak trees. You'll get proper countryside views across the South Downs and the working farm.

Accommodation includes two ground-floor family rooms with en-suites, plus three first-floor bedrooms. One super-king room features a mosaic-tiled shower room with drench shower head. The fifth bedroom sits up a spiral staircase. Social spaces include a vaulted hall room, dining room with seating for 14-16 guests, grand sitting room with inglenook fireplace and a bright conservatory with football table.

Battle Abbey sits 11 miles away (18 minutes), whilst Knockhatch Adventure Park is just 5 miles distant (10 minutes). Eastbourne beach and pier are 11.5 miles away (20 minutes) and Beachy Head's famous cliffs are 13 miles (22 minutes).

Gildridge House delivers proper farmhouse living with modern luxuries for multi-generational groups who want space, facilities and South Downs scenery.