Welcome to
THE GRAIN STORE LEWES
A unique place in the heart of the South Downs
Experience the ultimate immersion in nature for creativity, comfort, and connection in a beautifully inviting setting.
The Grain Store offers luxury holiday accommodation in Sussex and an inspiring space to bring people together. Nestled in the South Downs National Park, it’s created for memorable stays with family and friends, romantic breaks and solo retreats, as well as leadership gatherings, workshops and networking events.
Light-filled contemporary interiors and wide-open views bring the outside in, while the South Downs Way leads straight from the door. Gather around the table, put on your walking boots, enjoy a woodland sauna, indulge in private dining, yoga or massage, and experience an escape from the everyday entirely at your own pace.
Luxury holiday accommodation in Sussex
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The Grain Store
Bring your favourite people.
Three beautiful bedrooms sleeping up to six, generous open-plan living, a private garden and hot tub with big skies and the rolling downlands on your doorstep.
Cook together. Stay up late. Sleep deeply. Walk for miles. Soak in the hot tub. Head to the sauna.
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The Studio
Your own private retreat
Tucked alongside The Grain Store, The Studio is a beautifully designed, self-contained hideaway with a mezzanine king bedroom, deep bath, walk-in shower, kitchenette, living space and private garden.
Perfect for romantic breaks, solo stays or a few uninterrupted days to read, write and switch off.
Coming with a bigger group? Book The Grain Store and The Studio together to sleep up to eight.
Time well spent
Not every escape needs an itinerary.
Sometimes you want to disappear à deux. Sometimes you need a few days entirely on your own. And sometimes you need the kind of quiet that allows an idea to finally make itself heard.
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Romantic breaks
Switch off the phones, open something good and enjoy the rare luxury of quality time together.
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Solo escapes
No compromises. No timetable. A few glorious days to walk, read, think, explore, or simply reconnect with yourself.
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The Writer's Studio
A private place to shut the door on distraction and give your writing the time and attention it deserves.
Adventures in the South Downs
You don't have to go far in search of adventure. You're already deep in the Downs.
Walk directly out onto chalk paths that wind through lush hills and valleys; run, cycle or kayak through the Sussex countryside, or go paragliding for epic views.
Historic Lewes is close by for independent shops, good food, and a delicious dose of eccentricity. Brighton, Glyndebourne, Charleston, and Sussex vineyards, gardens and the coast are all within easy reach. The difficult bit is deciding whether to go exploring or stay exactly where you are.
Make your stay at The Grain Store even more memorable with thoughtful touches designed to help you slow down and savour Sussex.
From local food and seasonal treats to calming massages and simple countryside pleasures, our curated experiences add something special to your time away.
New from The Grain Stories blog
Inspiration for your East Sussex holiday, travel tips and stories from the community.
We sit down with Anni Townend, creator of The Grain Store Lewes, to discover her personal passions and the inspiration, vision and values behind the venue that’s now one of the most celebrated eco-retreats in Sussex.