“A cabin amongst the vines, with year-round tours and tastings, a pretty village on foot and the Seven Sisters nearby”

Hidden amongst the vines at Rathfinny Wine Estate, in the South Downs National Park, this cabin sits in its own private spot with the vineyard on your doorstep.

Explore the vineyard and estate’s walking trails, with tours and tastings running year round and the Flint Barns Dining Room serving seasonal dishes made with local produce. The Hut, the estate’s alfresco wine bar, is a good spot to spend the afternoon with a glass of something sparkling and views over the vines to the sea.

Beyond the estate you can walk to Alfriston, a pretty village of old pubs and independent shops. The iconic Seven Sisters cliffs are close by, take a dip at Cuckmere Haven or Seaford beach, walk the South Downs Way or follow cycle routes. Glyndebourne, Charleston and Lewes are all within easy reach, and Brighton is just 40 minutes away.

It’s the kind of spot where you wake up among the vines, head to the coast for a swim before lunch, and end the day in the hot tub with a glass of Sussex Sparkling Wine from the estate.

What makes it special

• Private sauna with outdoor hot tub / cold plunge

• Year-round vineyard tours and wine tastings

• Flint Barns Dining Room and The Hut wine bar on the estate

• The Rathfinny Trail, South Downs Way and cycle routes on the doorstep

• Walking distance to Alfriston village

• Seven Sisters cliffs close by, with sea swimming at Cuckmere Haven and Seaford beach

• Glyndebourne, Charleston and Lewes within easy reach

• 40 minutes from Brighton

• Dog friendly