The Tack Barn at Upper Lodge

We had an enjoyable stay in Tack Barn which was set in peaceful, rural surroundings. Looking out onto woodland and a pond, it was easy to spend time in comfort watching the stormy clouds through the patio doors. The town of Lewes was only 10 minutes away and had plenty of great independent shops and cafes. We would happily stay there again.

Such a calm, peaceful and very comfortable place to stay.. I particularly loved being able to throw the bedroom french windows to let the morning in… Corina and Dominic were very welcoming, lovely extra touches meant such a lot.. beautiful fresh garden flowers in the house, welcome basket of goodies, picking veggies from the garden for dinner and being able to use the EV charger on site took away the angst of searching for chargers.. such a great base from which to explore the wonders of East Sussex. Hope we can return soon.. Thank you Margaret & Derek

The Tack Barn is such a restful place to stay, with everything thought of and Corina is a wonderfully welcoming host. We particularly enjoyed sitting cosily in front of the log burner and watching the light outside fade. At another time of year, the outside table and decking in that woodland garden setting would be just perfect. We loved it.

What a find...very comfortable, clean, friendly, beautiful woodland setting. We loved the firepit! Looking forward to a return visit.

The Tack Barn at Upper Lodge is a wonderful conversion of the highest architectural and design standards, matched by its environmental and sustainable credentials. Positioned on the edge of the National Park it has easy access to the countryside of the South Downs and the Weald, and to its unique cultural and artistic heritage and the regions growing arts and crafts businesses.

We are really pleased to have found the very stylish Tack Barn cleverly designed to attract light at all times of the day which also has a firepit and woodburner to provide night time ambience. Lovely artistic touches and attention to detail with information on hand if needed from our helpful hosts Corina and Dominic. A stay here offers total relaxation on site or is an ideal base for exploring villages and houses associated with the 'Bloomsbury Set' and historic Lewes. We look forward to returning to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and discover more of the beautiful South Downs. Thank you

We had a very pleasant stay at the Tack Barn, beautiful surroundings and set in a very peaceful woodland glade. The Barn is extremely well kitted out with everything you need. The owners are close by and very helpful. You can even fees the pigs and help yourself to garden produce. It is also well situated for the lovely town of Lewes, which in turn had easy rail links to the coast if you do not want to drive everywhere. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful fortnight's stay at the cosy Tack Barn with its rural setting and secluded forested area and fire pit straight off the rear deck. Corina is a charming hostess and actively encouraged us to help ourselves from the ample kitchen gardens and orchard. There were even chickens and piglets to feed! The surrounding Sussex countryside is the perfect mix of interesting walks, picturesque ancient villages and country pubs. We can't wait to come back...

Tack Barn is indeed a special place to stay! We had such a lovely time there and would very much like to return next year. Tack Barn is beautifully furnished and the setting is idyllic. We loved the grounds with their beautiful flowers, the pond and the chickens. Fresh lettuce from the vegetable garden was a special treat. When we did venture further afield than the vegetable garden we found Tack Barn an ideal base for exploring East Sussex and Kent. On top of all this, our hosts, Corina and Dominic, were delightful and ever helpful.

The Tackbarn provides the perfect getaway experience: fabulous setting, beautifully designed interior, thoughtful hospitality. It was wonderful to be surrounded by nature (the pond/lake and gardens are gorgeous) and yet so close to Lewes and Brighton. Probably the best self-catering place we've stayed in the UK. Can't wait to return....

The Tack Barn is beautifully thought out and has everything anyone could need for a peaceful few days. We shall return and would recommend it highly to anyone else wishing to explore a fascinating and historic part of Sussex.

Thank you so much, Corina, for welcoming us so warmly into your little slice of paradise. We had the most perfect week. The barn was delightful and had everything we could have needed, and was so pristine. We loved the welcome hamper of local goods (thank you for thinking of milk!). We were generously invited to enjoy the gardens, so we had blissful late summer afternoons watching the animals, wandering in the orchard, and lazing by the pond watching the fish leap in the sunshine. I’m not exaggerating to say there’s a scene worthy of Constable everywhere you look. We could have stayed forever.

Beautiful property, lovely owners and great area. We had a wonderful time staying at the Tack Barn - Corina is an amazing host who gave us so much helpful information about things to do and see in the area. The Barn is very thoughtfully renovated and includes access to the orchard and fruit and vegetable garden. Would highly recommend!

I was there for a week and it was an outstanding place to stay. Everything was provided to the highest standard and Corina couldn't have been more helpful, leaving delicious provisions (fresh juice, eggs, jam, milk etc.) and ensuring we had everything we needed. The barn is incredibly comfortable and well-appointed. The best nights' sleep I've had in ages. The location is perfect as a base for exploring East Sussex and the surrounding area. Can't recommend the Tack Barn highly enough.

We looked at many places before deciding on the Tack Barn. It strikes just the right note of being both modern and cozy. You can tell from the well-equipped kitchen to the perfect small library of books on Sussex to the welcome basket of provisions that everything is approached with a lot of thought and care. Corina could not have been friendlier. Her garden is beautiful and her recommendations of local places are spot on. Thank you for a lovely stay!

Absolutely heavenly. We had a wonderful weekend cocooned in the Tack Barn cabin away from the stresses and strains of London. However you are close to lots of great places to eat, see and do. Minutes from beautiful Lewes and so much more. We had trouble leaving the beautiful cabin as it was so cosy, beautifully curated and has everything you need. Corina and family were wonderful and would like to return in the all the seasons to experience it again.

Tack Barn is simply lovely. It is light, roomy, well appointed and warm. The setting is delightful, just as we imagined from the photos on the website. We went to Monk's House, Charleston Farmhouse, Farleys, the Towner Gallery at Eastbourne all within a few miles. We found information on all these and much more in the barn. Corina provided a super welcoming basket and was most friendly and approachable. Nothing was too much trouble if we needed anything. So we had a really relaxing holiday and are most grateful.

The Tack Barn is a perfect retreat, yet only a few mile from Lewes. We loved the attention to detail, from the vase of nasturtiums in the bathroom to the sleek design of the kitchen . Along with the hospitality which included spot on descriptions of local pubs and recommendations for walks, this was a memorable stay.

The cottage is beautifully decorated and clearly a lot of careful thought and design has gone into it. Corina and Dominic are friendly and helpful without being obtrusive. We loved being able to pick apples and plums from the Orchard and wild blackberries in the garden. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend... Its in a beautiful part of Sussex.

Tack Barn is a fabulous place to spend a few days, set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by nature. The accommodation provides all the facilities you could need and is beautifully decorated, with lovely local pieces. The location is perfect for enjoying the South Downs and surrounding towns and villages.