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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets: No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
31 Customer Reviews
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"This is a wonderful home and to have had the opportunity to stay in it, a privilege."
Henrietta was marvellous and made our week easy to navigate. A huge thank you from Adam and myself for such a lovely holiday.
Thank you for this lovely feedback. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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Summary
- One bedroom: 1 x king size with ensuite Bathroom/WC with independent shower above the bath
- 1 x twin and a mezzanine/play/TV area platform above, accessed by a ladder (NB not suitable for children under 10), Extra single folding bed also available, 1 x twin and wash basin
- Shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Dining area
- Living room
- Utility
- Hallway/study.
- Central heating
- Electric 'range' cooker, two dishwashers, washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer
- TV, WIFI
- Travel cot
- Off road parking
- Large garden with flagstone terrace and extensive lawned areas bordered by mature, yew hedging, separate orchard and further very large play area for children
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile
- Note: £100 refundable good housekeeping bond payable on booking
- Note: One steep carpeted staircase takes you up to the main bedroom
- At the other end of the property is another un-carpeted staircase leading to the twin room. OWNER IS VERY FLEXIBLE ON THE CHANGEOVER DAY.
The property
A unique Grade II listed circa 1400 Medieval Hall surrounded by an acre of gardens in the village of Bignor, West Sussex.
Still retaining its original features including vaulted ceilings and fine timberwork, The Yeoman’s House is a unique characterful retreat for a family or group of friends.
Step inside into the hallway, and you will find a downstairs toilet and cloakroom area.
Beyond this, a light dining room with garden views with additional easy seating.
This leads to the spacious sitting room featuring an imposing feature inglenook fireplace and traditional exposed timberwork.
Sit back in the comfortable sofas and enjoy a relaxing evening in after an action-packed day.
Beyond the sitting room is a small study, perfect for quiet reading or home working.
Contrasting with the age of the house, the streamlined and contemporary kitchen with stainless steel units provides everything needed for the group to prepare hearty meals which everyone can enjoy in the dining area.
An oak staircase takes you upstairs to the vaulted bedrooms, the master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and striking original chimney breast, a twin room, and a further twin bedroom with a mezzanine TV area.
A family shower room completes the accommodation. Outside, The Yeoman’s House is surrounded by an extensive lawned garden bordered by mature hedging.
There is a flagstone terrace where you can sip a refreshing drink as the sun goes down.
In addition, there is a separate orchard for you to explore and a swing. The owners have a small two storey cottage within the grounds, located behind a tall Yew Hedge in its own very separate garden.
The owners may be in residence on occasion but are out of sight and will be discreet. The small village of Bignor is known for its preserved Roman Villa and wonderful walks up Bignor Hill.
The historic town of Arundel, is a ten minute drive, home to the ancient 12th century Arundel Castle and many independent shops, art galleries and restaurants.
Alternatively visit the market town of Petworth, known for its antique shops and Petworth House (National Trust).
A fascinating base for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
Where you’ll be staying
PETWORTH
Chichester 14.6 miles; Horsham 16.7 miles; Worthing 19.9 miles
A modest town and civil parish in the Chichester District of West Sussex, Petworth is ideally situated for exploring the South Downs National Park, as well as benefiting from sitting in close reach of the coast, offering a varied selection of coastal and countryside attractions at any time of the year. Twinned with Ranville in Normandy, France and San Quirico d'Orcia in Tuscany, Italy, the beautiful town hosts a good range of amenities to keep you entertained on your travels. Home to a selection of shops where you can pick up any essential ingredients, as well as a range of bars, pubs, restaurants and cafés, it caters for all of your culinary requirements. Petworth is also home to the 17th century stately home Petworth House, the grounds created by Capability Brown, this impressive National Trust property is well-worth visiting for its fine art and deer park. The Petworth Cottage Museum also sits within the town, demonstrating the domestic life for poor estate workers in the town in the 1900s, it makes the perfect place to learn about the rich history of the area. You will also find a scatter of art galleries within the town, as well as annual events such as 'petfringe', a fringe festival in the style of Edinburgh Fringe showing off local talent and guests, and a fun fair on the 20th November each year making fantastic family days out. Sitting within the South Downs National Park, you can expect to find ample opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding within the local area, with the park owning International Dark Sky Reserve status, it also makes a great spot for stargazing too. You can even explore the area in lots of unconventional ways, via paddling in a kayak amongst wildfowl and wildlife, or taking to the skies and paragliding to get a bird's eye view, there's so many ways to discover the park. Spend a day in the charming market town of Horsham with its wonderful shopping experiences boasting both independent and highstreet names as well as pleasing parks to mosey around, or venture to the seaside town of Worthing, offering a traditional coastal experience on its picturesque pier as well as being home to one of the oldest working cinemas in the UK, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to be found here. Chichester, Guildford and Crawley or all within easy reach of the town too, making Petworth a splendid base for a fun-filled holiday.
Note: This property has a £100 good housekeeping bond .
Sorry no pets allowed.
Due to the number of steps from the car park to the house this may not be suitable for people with limited mobility
**Owner is very flexible on the changeover day**
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas