The stunning Sussex holiday cottages that still have availability this summer (aff)

Many will have already booked a summer getaway, but for those who have yet to finalise plans, a staycation could be the answer.

Rural Retreats, which has a huge portfolio of lovingly chosen holiday properties, has last-minute breaks to suit all family shapes and sizes.

The company offers cottages all around the UK, but there are plenty of options right here in Sussex to save on travel time.

To book with Rural Retreats, click here.

Inkpen Cottage, in Robertsbridge, East Sussex, is a light and airy property situated on a working farm where you’ll see livestock like geese, pigs and chickens. The private garden has wonderful views and there’s a hot tub, too.

Set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Inkpen Cottage is an ideal base for exploring. Spend days wandering ancient woodland paths, visiting nearby towns such as Rye, Battle, Burwash and Tenterden, or heading out for a scenic drive to the Sussex coast.

While Stable Cottage, in Bignor, near Pulborough, West Sussex, is a charming Grade II-listed building located within its own self-contained, fenced and gated area on a 12 acre rural estate situated within the South Downs National Park.

It has exclusive use of a stunning fully-furnished loggia and outdoor kitchen, an outdoor swimming pool, as well as use of the tennis court (upon prior arrangement). With many beautiful walks on your doorstep, this is the ideal Rural Retreat.

Stable Cottage is a stylish country retreat, decorated with luxurious Kit Kemp fabrics creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere throughout.

There are many other options on the Rural Retreats website. For more information, and to browse, click here.