Award-Winning Sussex Bed & Breakfast

Wake up in the heart of an English Vineyard. The Flint Barns are unique and historic buildings, located in the Cradle Valley, that lie at the western end of Rathfinny Wine Estate. We believe this is the perfect place to stay to enjoy the picturesque landscape of the South Downs National Park and the rich history of the area where coast meets countryside.

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Rathfinny by the Sea
"Home-away-from-home"

Vineyard B&B

The barns have been lovingly restored with contemporary furnishings to house 10 en-suite bedrooms, offering beautifully appointed “home away from home” accommodation.

Please note, we only accept group booking for a maximum of 12 guests in six rooms.

Flint Barns Entrance Big Doors
English Sparkling Wine in bedroom
“A Napa Valley-style Vineyard on the South Downs” Chosen by The Telegraph as a chic place to stay for some Green Belt glamour.
Flint Barns lounge
Wine & Dine

TIME TO RELAX

The Flint Barns is a restaurant with room. The ground floor Dining Room offers a welcoming restaurant and separate cosy lounge and snug, fitted with fireplaces. Outside, you can relax and enjoy a glass of Sussex Sparkling in our enclosed courtyard or atop of our open bank which overlooks the Vineyard. Elsewhere on our Estate we have an alfresco wine bar, The Hut, and Michelin-recommended Tasting Room restaurant.

Rathfinny Vineyard Bedroom

Authentic Vineyard Accommodation

We originally developed the Flint Barns to provide accommodation to grape pickers during the harvest season. Over time, interest in Sussex winemaking grew and today the Flint Barns welcomes guests all year round but still retains its rustic charm.

Vineyard bedroom

Sussex Vineyard Stay

Simple, yet comfy, all of our bedrooms have been curated with luxurious mattresses, soft bed linen, local art prints and indulgent body washes to ensure you have a peaceful night's sleep and a relaxing stay.

Rathfinny deluxe double
From £250

Dukes Green

Room details

Situated on the ground floor with step-free access, Dukes Green is spacious and perfectly appointed with your own seating area. Includes a partial Vineyard view.

Room facilities
King bed
1 or 2 en-suite shower rooms
Desk
Cot available
Dogs accepted
Cowstall Deluxe King Bedroom
From £250

Cowstall

Room details

Situated on the first floor, Cowstall is spacious and perfectly appointed with your own seating area and a Vineyard view.

Room facilities
King Bed
Desk
1 or 2 en-suite shower rooms
Cot available
Dogs accepted
Pinchemdown Seating Area
From £265

Pinchemdown

Room details

Pinchemdown is spacious and perfectly appointed with your own seating area and a Vineyard view. Dogs welcome!

Room facilities
King bed
1 or 2 en-suite shower rooms
Desk
Cot available
Dogs accepted
Rathfinny signature double bedroom
From £175

Camp Hill

Room details

Situated on the ground with step-free access, Camp Hill is comfy, modern and perfect for a couple's getaway. This room features a writing desk and space for a cot. Camp Hill offers a view of the Courtyard.

Room facilities
Up to 2 people
Double bed
En-suite shower room
Desk
Cots available
Dogs accepted
Signature Double Room
From £175

Cuckmere

Room details

Our signature doubles, situated on the ground and first floor, are comfy, modern and perfect for a couple's getaway. Both rooms feature a writing desk and space for a cot. Please note, Cuckmere does not offer a Vineyard view.

Room facilities
Up to two people
En-suite shower room
Double bed
Desk
Cots available
Dogs accepted
Signature Double Bedroom
From £200

Hobbs Hawth

Room details

Our signature doubles, situated on the ground and first floor, are comfy, modern and perfect for a couple's getaway. Both rooms feature a writing desk and space for a cot. This room can sleep three guests with one double bed and one single. Please note, Hobbs Hawth does not offer a Vineyard view.

Room facilities
Up to 3 people
Double bed
Single bed
Desk
Cot available
Dogs accepted
Rathfinny cosy double
From £100

Frog Firle

Room details

Our cosy doubles, situated on the first and second floor, are comfortable and intimate, offering a double bed and an en-suite shower room. Please note, Frog Firle does not offer a Vineyard view and is not suitable for dogs.

Room facilities
up to 2 people
Double bed
en-suite shower room
The Rails Bedroom
From £110

The Rails

Room details

Our cosy doubles, situated on the first and second floor, are comfortable and intimate, offering a double bed and an en-suite shower room. Please note, The Rails does not offer a Vineyard view and is not suitable for dogs.

Room facilities
Up to 2 people
Double Bed
En-Suite Shower Room
Rathfinny large family
From £295

Cradle Valley

Room details

Our large and characterful deluxe king room, situated on the second floor, is spacious and airy with spectacular Vineyard views. This bedroom sleeps up to 2 guests with two en-suite shower rooms. Two additional single trestle beds can be arranged for a fee.

Room facilities
Up to 2 people
King bed
A rollaway bed available on request
En-suite shower room
Desk
Cots available
Dogs accepted
Flint Barns Single room
From £90

France Bottom

Room details

Our humble and comfortable single room, situated on the first floor, is perfect for one and equipped with an en-suite shower room and writing desk. Please note, this room doesn't have a Vineyard view.

Room facilities
1 person
En-suite shower room
Desk
Cot available

Gallery

The Flint Barns
Quiet Location

Views of the South Downs of Sussex

Flint Barns Lounge
Cosy Lounge and Snug

Relax and enjoy a glass of Sussex Sparkling

Flint Barns Courtyard
Enclosed Courtyard

Located in the heart of our Sussex Vineyard

Flint Barns Bank
Open bank

Views of the Vineyard and South Downs

Rathfinny Deluxe Double
Deluxe Double Bedroom

Deluxe bedrooms available with seating areas

The Rathfinny Cottage Exterior
Self catering accommodation

THE RATHFINNY COTTAGE

Discover The Rathfinny Cottage which provides self-catering accommodation on our Vineyard for up to four guests.

SUSTAINABILITY AT THE RATHFINNY ESTATE

A stay at the Flint Barns would not be complete without soaking up the views of the South Downs, over a glass of Sussex Sparkling, paired with delicious food.

As a B Corp, sustainable decisions are made at every turn. Executive Chef, Chris Bailey and his team have shaped our philosophy that our Vineyard restaurants can be both ethical and delicious. With regularly changing, seasonal menus, our hospitality team have a hands-on appreciation for the origin of all our produce and how this feeds into our wider sustainability strategy.

Explore our Vineyard dining options below, all within walking distance of the Flint Barns.

Breakfast in the Flint Barns

Rathfinny breakfast
Rathfinny breakfast

The Perfect City Escape

The Rathfinny Wine Estate is located 2 hours from London Victoria with nearby stations of Berwick and Polegate just a short taxi ride away. We're also very accessible from the seaside towns of Brighton and Eastbourne and just 7 miles from the iconic Seven Sisters Country Park.

Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TU

courtyard wedding
A unique venue

Sussex Weddings

Host your special day on our secluded Vineyard with breath-taking views across the South Downs of Sussex. The Flint Barns offers a beautiful and versatile venue for the most perfect wedding reception. Our team are on hand to help you create a bespoke wedding, full of unforgettable memories.