The Old Stables
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About the home
The Old Stables Cottage is a luxury, single-storey property with vaulted ceilings, on our working family farm in the downland village of West Marden, Nr. Chichester, West Sussex. Graded by Visit Britain as 5 Star with a Gold Award, this very spacious property is extremely well equipped and sleeps 4 people in 2 ensuite bedrooms. An extra Z-bed or Cot and high-chair is available to hire, if required.
The Old Stables has its own large patio garden with barbecue and wooden table and chairs. If you have more than 4 in your party we have accommodation for 2 extra guests in our farmhouse B&B.
In high summer guests staying at the cottage have the shared use of an outdoor heated swimming pool, and a large lawned and walled-in garden, which is ideal for children.
Lovely walks or bike rides may be taken straight from the door. Bikes for hire can be delivered to the cottage ready for your arrival. Please see http://www.m-cyclehire.co.uk The village pub is only a short stroll and a shop with a post office is within a mile.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| Pool: | Shared outdoor pool (heated) |
| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 en suites |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Shared outdoor pool (heated), Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The charming open-plan accommodation is very spacious and equipped to a very high standard. The kitchen has plenty of workspace, adequate cupboard storage and a generous size fridge/freezer. The property is very cosy and fully centrally heated. Each radiator is individually thermostatically controlled. The addition of a woodburner adds a lovely glow and comfort on those chillier evenings. An initial big basket of logs is provided and thereafter further baskets of logs can be requested and paid for, as and when required.
We have a list of kitchen products that you will find in the cottage and will very happily email this to you if you are coming to stay, to avoid duplicate packing!
Further details outdoors:
The Old Stables has its own very large and private patio with garden furniture and a charcoal barbeque. It's mediterranean in style, with a long border of shrubs and pots and window boxes of colourful geraniums in the summer. A sheltered sun-trap and ideal for al fresco dining! You can walk straight from the door into some lovely countryside. There's a very good local village shop and tea room just a mile up the road (another very pleasant walk!) and our local pub, 75 yards down the road where good pub food is served. Just a short stroll!
Further details
The heated swimming pool is available for those residing at the cottage, and on our booking form, in high summer, from Monday to Saturday inclusive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The pool is in a sheltered walled-in garden and has pool loungers for relaxation.
Conditions
The maximum occupancy for The Old Stables is 4 people plus a baby or small child. A cot or Z-bed is available to hire.
Regret no pets allowed in The Old Stables
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Share videoThe South East England / Sussex region
The South East of England is in great demand and plentiful in experiences. Diverse landscapes from the rolling South Downs National Park to the stunning coastline with some charming towns and villages. The area is steeped in history and offers something for all ages.
The Chichester / West Marden area
The Roman city of Chichester, just a 15 minute drive from West Marden, has a wonderful Norman cathedral and famous Tudor Market Cross. Great shopping, stylish restaurants, pubs and cafes, catering for most tastes.
The internationally acclaimed Chichester Festival theatre stages many different productions. There are galleries and museums and within a few miles, National Trust properties to visit. Fishbourne Roman Palace houses the largest collection of in-situ mosaic floors in Britain. Many of these were laid at the time of the construction of the Palace, around AD75-80.
Around Chichester are some picturesque coastal villages, such as Bosham and Emsworth and the Isle of Wight is just a short ferry trip from Portsmouth. West Marden is just a 20 minute drive from the Cross channel ferry terminal at Portsmouth. The cottage is located in a pretty downland village and benefits from a local pub which is just a short stroll from the property.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Southampton: 44 km |
| Railway: | Petersfield: 15 km |
| Ferry: | Portsmouth: 25 km |
Contact the advertiser for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Activities near Chichester
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 26 Sep 2012 |
we stayed at the Old Stables, as we have over the years, for the Goodwood Revival weekend. We are always delighted to be back - we feel friends of the family. The stables accommodation is spacious,... more |
06 Aug 2012 |
Just returned from a third excellent stay in the Old Stables (West Marden), I cannot but highly recommend this absolutely outstanding accommodation yet again. From the idyllic but strategic... more |
28 Dec 2011 |
My family and friends all stay for 3 days at West Marden Farm. I was getting married at a venue near by and when we came across the Old stables we knew it would be the perfect and homely place for us... more |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 4 Jan 13 | 29 Mar 13 | £ 550 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
| 29 Mar 13 | 28 Jun 13 | £ 725 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jun 13 | 20 Sep 13 | £ 1100 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 20 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | £ 725 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
| 1 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 550 | - | - | 5 Nights | |
| 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 1100 | - | - | 1 Week | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Out of season and late availability, we offer weekend breaks Friday - Monday, 3 nights and Monday to Friday 4 night stays. Please get in touch as we able to be flexible at these times!
Please note there is an elavated rate for all Goodwood Events.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Carole Edney
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2010. This cottage has received 5 reviews from previous guests.  |
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