Title: Beautiful country cottage for four - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful country cottage for four Cottage in Pulborough with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000700/22000685/48275291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000700/22000685/0939efee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000700/22000685/5eaf6a7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000700/22000685/a81d4f63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000700/22000685/86d1154e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Old Stables, a tranquil retreat in the heart of Sussex, surrounded by green fields and a real country living experience. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen with all you need for self-catering, unwind in your double bedroom overlooking the garden or explore nearby villages like Arundel and its grand castle. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful country cottage for four Nestled in the heart of Sussex The Old Stables is a beautiful and tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday. Set on Laybrook Farm (equestrian only) you are surrounded by green giving you a real country living experience. Carefully refurbished this cottage has been sympathetically designed to accentuate The Barn’s historic features. The washed down tall wall in the kitchen and dining room is quite a feature while opposite are bay windows the length of the room that open right out and onto the large garden, stream and fields beyond. The kitchen and dining area as well as a great spot to enjoy your surroundings is fully equipped so you can self-cater effectively during your stay. The kitchen includes kettle, cafetiere, cooker, fridge, microwave, toaster and washing machine. Old Stables has a double bedroom looking our across the gardens, a further twin bedroom and modern family bathroom. Free Wifi is available at the cottage and there is plenty of parking at the front of the house. If you are travelling as a larger party there is a one bed studio room available to hire upstairs ( note - with its own front door). Please get in touch for further details. Welcome Packs are available upon request. Thakeham is a small quintessential British village, its name meaning ‘thatched homestead’ and used to actually be only one main street called ‘The Street’. Here you will find your local pub ‘The White Lion’ and church. The nearest large town to you is the lovely Storrington only a few minutes’ drive away. Storrington is a buzz of local cafes, restaurants and independent stores; you can easily waste away hours in the day taking in what the local stores have to offer. Storrington Museum is well worth a look as is nearby Parham Elizabethan House and Gardens. Nearby towns and villages worth visiting are Haslemere, Pulborough and Arundel. Filled with independent stores, restaurants, antiques shops and markets this old town really does shine out in the local area. The cobbled streets of Arundel are riddled with history not to mention the enormous Castle watching over the town and grand gothic cathedral at the top of the hill running through the high street. If you like what you see in Arundel you will definitely want to visit The Cathedral City of Chichester. Chichester offers a vast array of high street shops and restaurants, live theatre and two cinemas. Brighton and Portsmouth are easily accessible via the excellent train routes. Here you can explore the famous Spinnaker tower, old 'Spice Island' dockyards and from there you can even make your way to the Isle of White with a ticket to Ryde, by ferry, catamaran or hovercraft! Goodwood is also just to the south and is the venue for two of the most famous sporting events in the U.K. - the Goodwood Revival and the Goodwood Festival of Speed, attracting visitors from all over the world. The nearest train station to The Old Stables is only 10 minutes away Billingshurst which goes straight to Gatwick in 20 minutes and London Victoria in an hour. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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Horsham - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=112473290&PinnedHotelID=112473290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage House Thakeham Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage House Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Thakeham Idyllic Sussex Pulborough Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Pulborough Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Private vacation home Pulborough Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Private vacation home Idyllic Sussex Pulborough Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Pulborough Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Private vacation home Idyllic Sussex Holiday Cottage Private vacation home Pulborough 208592 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.96102%2C-0.41626&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r2jTshDo5XuxmMlVPSSH6GonE1Y=) Thakeham, West Sussex #### What's nearby - South Downs National Park - 8 min drive - 9.4 km - Pulborough Brooks - 10 min drive - 9.3 km - West Sussex Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.3 km - Southwater Country Park - 13 min drive - 16.9 km - Arundel Castle and Gardens - 25 min drive - 33.0 km #### Getting around - Billingshurst Station - 7 min drive - Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Rising Sun, Nutbourne - ‬7 min drive - ‪Wild Bean Café - ‬5 min drive - ‪Red Lion - ‬5 min drive - ‪Joanna's Boutique Tearooms - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful country cottage for four pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful country cottage for four? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful country cottage for four? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful country cottage for four located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Shipley Windmill, South Downs National Park, and River Arun. West Sussex Golf Club and Pulborough Brooks are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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