428 Log Cabins in South of England
Escape from the city and discover the delights of the New Forest, or the hop fields of Kent; great walking in the South Downs, and so much to do on the Isle of Wight.
Log Cabins to RentEscape from the city and discover the delights of the New Forest, or the hop fields of Kent; great walking in the South Downs, and so much to do on the Isle of Wight.
Sitting in an absolutely gorgeous spot just moments from the seafront and east of Brighton’s city centre in Kemptown Village, Kemptown Place is a fabulous, very tasteful three bedroom Victorian house. Its renovation is astounding. The house is sprinkled with super cool radiators, sumptuous contemporary furnishings, top-of-the-range fittings and gorgeous light fittings, all blended beautifully with fabulous period features.
Kemptown is an upmarket mix of grand seafront crescents and elegant squares. It stretches to Brighton Marina and offers a wonderful array of independent shops which are within easy walking distance of the house. You will discover the lovely Kemptown Bookshop, the Butler’s Wine Cellar, Brampton’s Butcher, The Open Bakery and cosy coffee shops. In moments you can be enjoying the vibrant delights of Brighton, Hove and the wonderful South Downs National Park.
Kemptown Place is ideal for those that appreciate trendy interior design and the finer things in life. It is perfect for families and groups of friends. Within its smart Victorian exterior, its clean lines and cool vibe will encourage you to embrace the calm. You will find sumptuously stylish fabrics and scandi style furnishings within a lovely soft natural colour palette and the odd colour splash. The large double aspect living room comes in dazzling white with soft grey contemporary furnishings, a large Smart television and a wonderful wood burning stove for evenings snuggling up together watching a movie. The snug is lovely too with gorgeous seating and another large television, perfect if you have little ones wanting to chill while the adults plan their holiday adventures in the living room. The dining room is bright and cheery, a real hub of the house. A wireless speaker is provided so that you can listen to your favourite tunes along with dinner. The kitchen is just fabulous, a modern, contemporary gem in bright turquoise and with the best of appliances including a Lavazza coffee machine and milk frother. Guests can pull up a stool at the breakfast bar to keep the chef in your group company. Your laundry appliances are kept in a cupboard in the hall.
Each of the bedrooms is beautifully appointed and comes with its own bathroom. On the first floor you will find two bedrooms, one with a sumptuous kingsize bed and ensuite bathroom with a rainfall shower and the other with a beautifully dressed double bed. Guests staying in this room have use of the family bathroom with its superb bright yellow roll top bath and walk-in shower. There is a door in this bathroom to the roof terrace. Even your playful pooch can make their own way out to the terrace through the dog flap!
On the landing of the second floor, there is a sofa bed which you could use for an extra adult guest or two small children. The top floor bedroom boasts another quality kingsize bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower. Every bathroom is super cool with a wonderful blend of contemporary and traditional fittings.
The roof terrace is a wonderful addition with bench seating and a table and chairs. How lovely to be able to spend a summer evening opening a few bottles of wine and enjoying the warm air!
Kemptown Place sits just a few minutes from the seafront and a wonderful selection of shops and eateries in the Kemptown area of Brighton. As well as gorgeous cafes, independent shops and restaurants, there is a mobile farm shop that arrives on Fridays and parks diagonally opposite the house. At the beach, you will find a children’s playground, adventure golf and the Beach Box Sauna. The Palace Pier has an observation post dedicated to capturing the murmuration of the starlings that roost there and is a brilliant spot for seeing great flocks in the sky just before sunset between November and March. A short walk from the house takes you along the seafront into central Brighton or in the other direction to the marina.
Brighton is brimming with cultural delights as well as hundreds of independent boutiques and big name shops. There are many award winning restaurants serving the regular seaside fish and chips as well as creative vegetarian menus. Brighton and Hove offer plenty of entertainment for all ages, some large scale wonders and some quirky and offbeat. One of the classic attractions is Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace with iconic domes and minarets as well as a fascinating history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. There are fantastic collections to explore which have previously come from Buckingham Palace. A trip to Brighton’s Beach is not complete without a stroll along the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. On the beach, children love Brighton Zip, a thrilling ride on the seafront. Visitors can escape to the skies to see Brighton in another light on British Airways i360 attraction. You will glide up gently to one hundred and thirty eight metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and its beachside shop for gifts. Those that enjoy shopping can head to The Lanes for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. For some evening entertainment, Brighton Dome is Brighton’s premier venue for music, theatre and family events. Other popular attractions are Sea Life Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Booth Museum of Natural History, Preston Manor, Brighton’s Walk of Fame and the Brighton Music Tunnel.
To escape the hustle and bustle, visitors also enjoy Preston Park which is home to the Preston Twins which are believed to be the oldest Elm trees in the country. Hove’s St Ann’s Well Gardens and Stanmer Park are also popular.
Within easy reach, Borde Hill Gardens in Haywards Heath is a wonderful place to visit. In the springtime there are magnificent displays of early flowering magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas. Summer brings the glorious fragrance of hundreds of roses and colourful blooms. Autumn transforms the colours of the mature and award winning trees in its Grade II listed landscape. Warren Wood and Stephanie’s Glad come alive with carpets of bluebells and wood anemones. Families enjoy the adventure playground and the numerous family events hosted throughout the year. Borde Hill House is an Elizabethan Tudor mansion built in 1598. It provides a fabulous backdrop for the formal seventeen acre garden which flows in a series of stunning garden rooms.
Wine lovers enjoy exploring the vineyards across the county who produce sparkling wine to rival champagne. Many visitors also head along the coast to Rye, Hastings and the beautiful Camber Sands. Helifly at Shoreham Airport organise helicopter tours over the area and trips to country houses for elegant lunches or afternoon tea.
The South Downs Devil’s Dyke, just five miles north of Brighton, boasts stunning panoramas, a record breaking valley and a curious history. At nearly a mile long, the Dyke valley is the longest, deepest and widest 'dry valley' in the UK.
The medieval town of Rye is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and beautiful distant views across Romney Marsh. You will discover ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages which attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports. Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border.
For a spot of total switch off and calm, you cannot beat the wonderful Kentish Farm Cottage. You can soak in the hot tub, enjoy amazing views over Romney Marsh and the owner’s vineyard, relax under the stars and admire the wonderful design of this gorgeous cottage. With its high vaulted ceiling, its characterful beams, its log burning stove and its wonderful choice of furnishings and decor, it makes for a totally luxurious stay. With a king-size master bedroom and a twin room, it offers an idyllic break for small families or two couples.
Kentish Farm Cottage is located in the tranquil village of Stone in Oxney, just south of Tenterden and surrounded by sheep fields and vineyards. Within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the location is wonderful for a spot of rural switch off. The village enjoys wonderful views of Romney Marsh from its 15th century church. The nearby Tenterden, nestled in the heart of the Weald of Kent, is rich in history and charm. It is known as the ‘Jewel of the Weald’ for its beautiful architecture, excellent independent shops, and tree-lined greens. You can visit the famous Chapel Down Vineyard and take a nostalgic ride back in time on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, steaming along to Bodiam Castle.
Kentish Farm Cottage is built on one level, perfect for any guests with mobility issues. It is a beautiful building designed with casual elegance and excellent eco credentials with its energy coming from hidden solar panels and ground source heat pumps which keep your toes toasty through underfloor heating. It is built with green oak too so you can holiday on a lighter conscience with these eco-friendly set ups.
The living area enjoys delightful lofty ceiling beams, attractive wall beams, a comfy sofa and armchair and a fabulous, central wood burning stove. You can cosy up, throw a log on the fire, switch on the television and watch a movie. There are countryside fabulous views from the living room windows. Beyond the seating area there is a smart, modern dining table and chairs and a fabulous contemporary kitchen. With its butler’s sink, granite worktops, excellent appliances, and natural coloured cabinetry, it is a chef’s dream.
This stylish holiday home comes with two beautifully decorated bedrooms, both enjoying quality handpicked furniture. The master boasts a king-size bed, adorned with hotel quality linens and lovely soft furnishings and wonderful high beams and a vaulted ceiling. The twin is a pretty room too with lovely accessories and the same, highly impressive, and characterful beams. Guests have use of a family bathroom with a bath, overhead rainfall shower, sensor lighting and yet more beams.
The outside space of Kentish Farm Cottage is delightful. You can dine alfresco using the barbecue, take an indulgent dip in the hot tub with a glass of fizz and enjoy beautiful expansive views from your private terrace. When you are ready to leave your gorgeous rural haven, the Saxon Shore Way is on the doorstep with plenty of wonderful walks and cycle paths. The 14th century Ferry Inn is just a short walk away for a glass of your favourite tipple.
Kentish Farm Cottage is nestled deep in the Kent countryside, in the tranquil village of Stone in Oxney, near Tenterden. There are wonderful walks right from the doorstep in this superb Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You can stroll to the village pub for its friendly ambience and charm.
Tenterden is a picturesque town with a broad, tree-lined High Street sprinkled with independent shops, antiques centres, cafes, and restaurants. The town’s name is derived from the Old English ‘Tenet Waraden’ which meant a clearing in the forest, belonging to the men of Thanet. The town was an important wool trading centre in the 13th century and at that time had access to the sea at Smallhythe. You can visit the local museum to learn about the history of the town. Georgian buildings share the town’s streets with tall Victorian houses and tiny cottages, lots decorated with painted weatherboard. The Kent & East Sussex steam railway runs for ten and a half miles from Tenterden to Bodiam, welcoming around ninety thousand visitors a year. Tenterden Golf Club welcomes visitors as well as its members.
Between Tenterden and Church Hill Barn, Chapel Down is England’s leading wine producer with an award-winning range of sparkling and still wines. You can visit for tours and experiences, tasting these delicious wines and learning about the vineyard. Chapel Down is one of the UK government’s Top 50 Food and Drink Producers and were the first English winery to feature on the London Stock Exchange’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain. They support many great English institutions such as England Cricket, The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, The London Symphony Orchestra, Ascot Racecourse, The Royal Opera House, The Donmar Warehouse and The Turner Contemporary.
Not far away, Rye is a Medieval citadel huddled against invaders and the sea, is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. They serve the best that Sussex has to offer. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and distant views across Romney Marsh to enjoy. St Mary’s Church tower is open to the public and offers the best viewpoint to show the warm terracotta roofs of the many timbered houses. These ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports.
Also within easy distance, Hastings enjoys a fascinating history. It was attacked by the French during the Hundred Years War and in 1377, a second attack all but destroyed the town. The Old Town’s architecture ranges from Medieval to Victorian with one of the oldest buildings, the Court House, being built around 1450. The town boasts many passages and narrow streets known as the twittens, many cafes, bars and restaurants and some excellent shops and art galleries. The Castle, originally built by William the Conqueror, lies in ruins at the top of West Hill and can be visited using the steepest funicular railway in Britain. The Hastings Museum and Art Gallery boasts an exhibition dedicated to American Indians, Grey Owl, an early conservationist who came from Hastings and John Logie Baird who pioneered television in Hastings. There are many architectural and cultural attractions including a theatre, parks, and gardens. Hastings hosts man events including the Hastings Half Marathon, the Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings Beer Festival, Coastal Currents, and the Old Town Carnival.
Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches three glorious miles to just beyond the Kent border.
Warminster, Wiltshire, South of England
From £938
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Featuring lake views, Kingfisher Lodge-HuntersMoon -Warminster-Longleat-Bath provides accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a garden, around 8 km from Longleat Safari Park. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.
This holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Including your own private outdoor hot tub. Plus on site bar, restaurant and beauty salon.
A terrace is available on site and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home.
Longleat House is 8 km from Kingfisher Lodge-HuntersMoon -Warminster-Longleat-Bath. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, 62 km from the accommodation.
Located in Warminster, this chalet is on a river. Black Swan Arts and The Trowbridge Museum and Art gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stourhead Garden and Stourhead. Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest are also worth visiting.
Kingfisher at Calbourne Water Mill is a luxury eco-house set within the grounds of the only working water mill on the island. Kingfisher is built with a log cabin feel, from cedar and larch with wooden floors. These luxury homes are environmentally friendly with geo-thermal underground heating, and bio-bubble treatment for waste, which then gets converted to organic matter and fed back to the earth. Internally, Kingfisher is furnished to a high standard. Externally, the property boasts a balcony running the length of the property with beautiful views down to the stream at the bottom of the field. Calbourne Water Mill is one of the islands most popular attractions, set within 35 acres of countryside. As the only working water mill on the island, this is a must see attraction. Watch the traditional flour making process using the 17th century water and stone mills and if this makes you hungry you can even buy the bread on site! Everything you will need for a fun packed holiday can be found on site including punting, miniature golf, clay play, swings, cafe and giftware. The chalk bottom river close by boasts many fish including trout, eels, carp and koi carp. West Wight is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is the ideal spot for catching a glimpse of the local wildlife, walking or just enjoying the beautiful countryside. From here take a visit to one of the islands many attractions including Freshwater Bay, Alum Bay’s famous coloured cliffs or The Needles, one of Britain’s most famous landscapes.
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, South of England
From £1092
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This is a great basic holiday chalet, in a quiet and amazing location. It is fully equipped for a self catering stay. It has a seaside theme, it is equipped for a comfy stay with new sofa in lounge and new divan bed in master bedroom. You have a panoramic sea view from the lounge and bedroom with patio doors in the lounge leading to an outside seating area. You are looking out from the top of a south facing hillside and thats why I like to call it Kings View.
All amenities are within walking distance, places to eat, shops and beach. Great walks are on your door step and bus stops for exploring the rest of the island are near by.
This chalet is located in Ventnor. Shanklin Theatre and Glory Art Glass are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ventnor Park and Pirates Cove Adventure Golf. Oceanblue Sea Charters and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre are also worth visiting.
A contemporary delight right on the beachfront, Kingsdown Beach House is a stunning modern home which oozes style and luxury!
Every room in this miraculous property demonstrates an extraordinary attention to the little details of comfort and pleasure, with a warm, welcoming ambience and incredible facilities including underfloor heating throughout! First things first: get yourself a cuppa and settle into your amazing sofas in the luxuriously modern living room, with soft and soothing colour schemes and of course, a variety of board games for a bit of family-fun!
Your incredible open-plan kitchen, complete with a luxurious breakfast bar with the cosiest bar-stools we've ever seen, is equipped with the all-important wine fridge, induction hobs and even a Quooker tap providing filtered hot, cold and boiling water! And once you’ve whipped up a feast, take it through to your fabulously formal dining room, with equally fabulous seating around a huge wooden table for 12! When it’s time to relax, look no further than your cinema room with 75" screen and full surround sound! Throughout the whole home you can enjoy a Sonos sound system with individual and group room controls, to set the right tone and, indeed, even get the party started!
There are five exceptional bedrooms, each as spacious, plush and enticing as the last. There is a large TV, usually wall mounted TV, in each as well as simple yet sumptuous décor, luxury facilities and a sense of homely comfort. On the top floor there is a full suite of luxury, with endless space and fabulous furnishings! And perhaps most importantly, most of the rooms offer sublime sea-views! There are four king-size beds and a set of zip n link twin beds to ensure comfort for all! Each bedroom is accompanied by a truly breath-taking bathroom, whether ensuite, Jack and Jill, or next door, with everything from free-standing bathtubs to soft gowns and towels to enchanting walk-in rain-showers – you’re guaranteed to feel pampered, relaxed and content!
Step out onto your incredible sea-side balcony and enjoy the fresh air, the jaw-dropping views and the calming sounds of the waves. This is the perfect spot for a morning cuppa or an evening tipple, as you enjoy the movement of the sun and the vibrant colours of the ever-changing seascape. When it’s time for a little fun, head into the converted garage, now a games room, and get a competition on the table tennis set going to ensure endless hours of fun for all ages!
The nearby village of Kingsdown has all you could need for drinking, dining and entertainment, including three pubs offering food, one of which is located right on the beach, as well as a butchers/deli and a post office. Further afield, the popular seaside town of Deal, which comprises a castle, pier, historical buildings and independent shops and restaurants, is a very pleasant walk or cycle away, following the coastal path which runs right past the front door!
Renowned for its rural beauty and stunning sunsets along the 350 miles of breath-taking coastline, Kent offers a whole world of lavender fields, orchards, vineyards and oast houses intersecting amid the rolling green hills, and of course, its immense White Cliffs of Dover!
Whatever you’re into, be it art galleries, elegant stately homes, romantic getaways, fun-filled family attractions or historic buildings, you’ll be sure to find it here! Kent is home to stunning castles, exciting culture and artistic energy.
For the active types, there’s more than 4,200 miles of exhilarating foot and cycle trails. While on the water you can try your hand at Kite Surfing, Sailing, Jet Skiing, Surfing and much more! And if it’s a day outdoors you’re after, fear not: Kent offers some of the best beaches in Europe which have been attracting tourists for the past 250 years! Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate host just a few of these magnificently sandy bays, while Whitstable, Herne Bay and Broadstairs are lined with dazzling, traditional Beach Huts that always ignite a sense of joy!
Indeed, there’s beautiful scenery around every corner – Kent didn’t get its name as The Garden of England from nowhere! There are over 180 stunning gardens to choose from for a calm, relaxing and rejuvenating stroll, including such well-known gardens as Sissinghurst! Kent also has more castles than any other county, including Leeds Castle, the’ loveliest castle in the world’! And if it’s historical buildings you’re after, don’t miss Canterbury Cathedral, Britain’s oldest Cathedral!
And yet – it’s not all history! Across the county you’ll find cutting edge galleries, thriving theatre, vibrant nightlife and illustrious festivals – and not to mention some of the country’s best shopping! The famous Bluewater centre has over 300 stores, 60 restaurants, cinemas, leisure activities and much more!
Access to the area is simple: from almost any location, head to London! London Bridge, Charing Cross, London Waterloo East, Victoria and St Pancras International all connect to Kent. If flying to the area, the best airports are London Gatwick and London Heathrow, although there are many more airports within a short drive. If you prefer to travel by train, the high-speed Eurostar services from Paris, Brussels and Lille stop at Ashford International Station and Ebbsfleet International Station, both of which are in Kent. And of course, at the famous white cliffs of Dover, you can catch one of the many channel ferries from Calais
Kirdford Farmhouse holds a fantastic location nestled within beautiful West Sussex countryside, just a short distance outside of the village of Kirdford, while the small town of Petworth is just ten minutes away. While the home makes an excellent base for those wanting to explore the wonderful countryside surroundings, the coast is easily reachable in just forty-minutes making it a fabulous option for the beach bums too!
Kirdford Farmhouse is designed for cosy family life and entertaining. The facilities and the quiet countryside location of the estate close to London, combine to give the best of both worlds. The Grade II Elizabethan timber framed farmhouse comfortably accommodates up to ten guests across its five well appointed double bedrooms, all with ensuites. Upon request and subject to an additional fee, three children between the ages of 3-16 can be accommodated on a double and a single sofa bed in the Pink and Mauve Suites respectively. Please note that the single sofa bed is only suitable for a child, not an adult.
The current owners have very sympathetically updated Kirdford Farmhouse to create a characterful home-from-home with homely yet elegant interiors throughout. On the ground floor is the main entertaining space comprising a large sitting room and dining room, with a double aspect fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen boasting all the tools you could possibly need to whip up a delicious meal and separate utility room.
Directly off the kitchen is the large orangery with further sitting and dining areas leading directly to the gravel terrace overlooking the lake, gardens and river. Three of the bedrooms, two king-size doubles and a twin are situated in the main house, set out in the form of suites with their own sitting rooms and bathrooms. In the Dairy annexe are a further two bedrooms, a king-size double and a twin room, both complete with their own ensuite bathrooms plus a separate servery for preparing coffee, tea and simple snacks.
Outside, the children will enjoy playing croquet or boules on the large lawns. For the little ones, the garden boasts a wooden club house, swings and a slide which provide hours of fun. There is outside dining for eight to fourteen with a large parasol, gas barbecue and two cruiser chairs for relaxing.
Kirdford Farmhouse holds a fantastic position within West Sussex, less than 5-minutes outside of the village of Kirdford, home to The Half Moon, a fantastic country gastropub. The small town of Petworth is less than 10-minutes from the farmhouse, here visitors will find a wider selection of helpful amenities, including shops, pubs and restaurants.
There is plenty for the whole family to see, do and explore in the surrounding area, with a variety of stately homes and gardens to visit, National Trust properties, Petworth House and Park and Nymans are both within a 30-minute drive of Kirdford, while the magnificent Arundel Castle is just 25-minutes away. For those look for long walks and fresh air, Kirdford Farmhouse, which is nestled in the Sussex Weald on the edge of the South Downs National Park, makes the perfect destination. Lavington Common, Slindon Estate, Cissbury Ring and Devil’s Dyke all offer wonderful landscapes to enjoy and are within a 45-minute drive of home. The cathedral city of Chichester is under 40-minutes away and makes a wonderful day out with its excellent family and historical attractions. Cowdray Park Polo Club, Golf Club, Farm shop and Cafe are 20-minutes away just before the town of Midhurst. Goodwood Racecourse, renowned for being the most beautiful racecourse in the world, is less than 30-minutes away. For the little ones, Fishers Farm Park is less than 10-minutes away and makes a wonderful day out that the whole family will enjoy, while the whole family will enjoy a ride on the South Downs Light Railway, just 15-minutes away.
The beautiful Sussex coastline can be reached in less than 40-minutes, the beaches of West Wittering and Bognor Regis are ideal for families, while hugely popular Brighton with its trendy eateries and famous shopping in the “Lanes”, is less than an hour away.
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*Please see the "kids" tab for child-focused suggestions.
The Half Moon, Kirdford
Excellent country gastropub just 5-minutes from Kirdford Farmhouse.
https://halfmoonkirdford.co.uk/
Arundel Castle
Magnificent castle, open between April and November.
http://www.arundelcastle.org/
Petworth House & Park
Petworth House features the finest art collection in the care of the National Trust.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth-house-and-park
Nymans
Romantic house with extensive and beautifully-maintained gardens.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans
Goodwood House
Beautiful house, home to the Dukes of Richmond for centuries. Open most Sundays & Mondays between March and October for tours, make sure you book in advance.
https://www.goodwood.com/
Goodwood Racecourse
The most beautiful racecourse in the world.
https://www.goodwood.com/horseracing/
South Downs National Park
England's newest National Park.
https://www.southdowns.gov.uk/
Cissbury Ring
The most historic hill on the South Downs.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cissbury-ring
Devil's Dyke
A famous beauty spot on the South Downs.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/devils-dyke
West Wittering Beach
Unspoilt, family-friendly beach.
http://westwitteringestate.co.uk/
Nestled in the outstanding natural beauty of the Chiltern Hills you’ll find this authentic English country house, the perfect place for a peaceful and relaxing getaway for up to fourteen guests.
As you pull into the driveway of this stylish property, welcomed by relaxing birdsong, rolling lawns and a glistening private pool, you will know without fear that you will have a memorable, magical holiday in the peaceful grounds of Langley Place. With four living areas to choose from, there are plenty of places to relax and catch up with your guests. Why not take afternoon tea in the sun-filled orangery, then in the evening sink into the comfortable lounge sofas in front of a roaring wood-burner. For those looking for a bit of competition the games room is the place to be with pool table, table tennis and table football, whilst keeping match-fit won’t be a problem in the house’s own impressive gym, stocked with exercise bikes, weight bench and more.
A stylish take on the English country garden, Langley Place has a light and airy open plan kitchen dining area complete with everything you could need to cater for a large group from Nespresso coffee machine and dishwasher right through to the wine glasses. Al fresco dining in the summer is a must with a charcoal grill, and all utensils provided. The property has seven bedrooms (ten beds) and seven bathrooms arranged across the main house and the annexe building, all tastefully designed to match the idyllic setting of the home with warm fabrics and luxurious linens. The master bathroom boasts a fabulous freestanding bath, where you can enjoy a candlelit soak at the end of a busy day exploring the surrounding countryside.
The house’s fantastic pool is perfect for a summertime dip, with sunloungers provided for the ultimate relaxation in the tree-lined privacy of the glorious garden. Whilst the outdoor furniture allows you to sit back and enjoy a glass of Pimms on the lawn. If you can be tempted away from this idyllic spot then explorers will not be disappointed with the endless walking and cycle routes through the stunning Chilterns, charming villages and the bustling riverside town of Henley just a fifteen-minute drive away with its restaurants, shops and water activities.
Situated within the Chilterns area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the house’s surrounding area has something for everyone. Just a stone’s throw away is the historic English Heritage property Stonor Park, that not only offers tours around the beautiful Stonor family mansion and chapel but boasts picturesque gardens and an exceptional wild woodland play park to keep all the family happy. Also close by is the stunning National Trust property Greys Court with its grand Tudor home, icehouse and breath-taking 125-year-old wisteria. Enjoy a slice of cake or bowl of warming soup at the on-site teahouse before taking in the breath-taking grounds.
Water-babies should head to the bustling Henley-on-Thames to take full advantage of the lively riverside scene. Try your hand at rowing and paddle boarding or hire a private boat to discover quieter spots, perfect for a glass of champagne and a picnic along the riverbeds. The annual Henley Regatta is a big event here and offers guests a chance to dress up to the nines whilst they watch the races take place on the water. The Henley Riverside and Rowing Museum is worth a visit with displays of sporting achievement and a charming exhibit on the riverbank world of the Wind in the Willows, perfect for little ones.
There are a number of beautiful walks and cycle trails to enjoy in the Chiltern Hills, we recommend a trip to Watlington Hill for a perfect panoramic view of the surrounding countryside finished off perfectly with a Sunday roast at Fox and Hounds in the charming village of Christmas Common. A little further afield is the Georgian town of Marlow, an idyllic riverside town and the home of Tom Kerridge’s The Hand and Flowers, the first gastropub to receive two Michelin stars which is well worth a visit.
Lewes Barn boasts the most amazing interior design imaginable. This phenomenal property is a masterpiece and it is easy to understand why word has spread and the barn is seriously popular as both a holiday home and an event space for team meetings and away days or breaks. Offering incredible luxury, a scenic backdrop of rolling hills and big skies, an endless list of treats, a fabulous location close to Lewes, Brighton, Glyndebourne and Charleston and only an hour from London and a high impressive list of contacts and entertainment options, Lewes Barn is a very exciting proposition. You can escape to the heart of the South Downs, let your senses run wild, you can dine in style with private chefs boasting amazing accolades, you can unleash your creativity or simply nest in a house that offers the most sensational attention to detail.
Lewes Barn boasts two exceptional living spaces, three gorgeous bedrooms and wonderful outside spaces. It is ideal for weekend breaks, family or friends holidays, celebrations, events and work related trips. The barn is an established creative shoot location and unsurprisingly its philosophy is stylish, functional, inspirational. One of its many treats is a quality outdoor hot tub where you can relax in style under the stars.
The South Downs National Park is perfect for those that love the outdoors, the cosmopolitan town of Brighton is super cool and super charged, Glyndebourne is as sophisticated as its comes and Lewes is steeped in history, offering charming eateries, fabulous galleries and a wonderful array of quirky shops. Lewes Barn is tucked away in the tiny hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. The barn is surrounded by family-owned boutique vineyards, meandering river trails, ancient woodland, a dramatic coastline including the chalky cliffs of the Seven Sisters, Beachy Head and Cuckmere Haven, the busy River Ouse, Plumpton and Brighton racecourses and enchanting gardens including Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Bateman’s. Guests can busy themselves all day long and return to be cocooned in comfort, style and luxury.
Lewes Barn is drowned in natural light through its south facing windows and doors and enjoys original architectural features and high ceilings. It has been beautifully converted to offer all the modern luxuries and attention to detail you might expect from a top-notch holiday home. Your ground floor living space offers a sumptuous Maker and Son corner sofa and love seat, an outstanding, sociable fully-fitted kitchen that makes cooking joyful and a fabulous dining area with gorgeous countryside views and handcrafted Outerspace Living oak furniture. The kitchen includes a coffee maker, dishwasher and an Everhot stove for eco-conscious cooking. Everywhere, underfloor heating keeps your toes lovely and toasty in cooler months. The handy boot-room doubles as a laundry room. The mezzanine level is equally fantastic with giant fluffy chairs that you want to curl up in and sofas where you can lose yourself in your holiday read. You can step out to the large terrace with its fabulous corner sofa and uninterrupted views of the South Downs National Park.
The barn’s three bedrooms enjoy super comfortable Indigo beds complete with Hypnos quality mattresses, top-notch duvets, pillows and luxurious, crispy organic cotton sheets from Dip & Doze with Piglet bedding used during the Summer months. One bedroom offers a kingsize bed and a very smart wet room, the second is another double room that enjoys a south-facing aspect and has access to an adjacent bathroom. The gorgeous twin room also has access to another adjacent bathroom. All of the bedrooms enjoy calming hues. The two doubles are located on the ground floor, one with wheelchair access and the twin is on the mezzanine level. The contemporary bathrooms are immaculate wonders, one a wet room, one a shower room and, on the mezzanine level, the final bathroom offers a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. For those in larger groups of eight, a further two guests can make use of the adjacent studio space, which comprises of an additional bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette.
As well as the upper, beautifully furnished terrace, Lewes Barn enjoys a wonderful private garden and courtyard with a fabulous alfresco lounge area and dining area and a barbecue. The hot tub is a popular spot. You just need to remember to take a bottle of fizz and glasses! There is on-site parking for up to five cars with two electric charging points.
Lewes Barn is the perfect place to relax, reconnect and re-energise. It is perfect for holidays and also for business purposes having been created by Leadership Consultant and Executive Coach, Anni Townend. Guests can enjoy a ‘Fine Dining’ experience brought by Richard Falk of The Diary in Clapham and Michelin-starred The Ledbury fame or a touch of pampering in the comfort of your room from a highly skilled therapist.
Lewes Barn is located in the sleepy hamlet of St Ann’s, between Lewes and Falmer, surrounded by glorious countryside. It is a fantastic location where guests can enjoy the great outdoors and some fabulous towns and villages. Lewes is perfect for quirky shops, charming galleries and wonderful eateries. It is a lively country town with a very attractive, historic high street. It is famous for its 1000 year old Norman castle and its bonfire celebrations. It is brimming with cobbled streets and Grade II listed houses and boasts the Anne of Cleves House Museum which formed part of Queen Anne’s annulment settlement from Henry VIII. You will enjoy boutique shopping, the town’s 15th century bookshop, browsing the antique shops and stopping for refreshments at some wonderful cafes. The Lewes Garland Day goes back to Victorian days and takes place on the first May bank holiday with local Morris dancers and lots of floral garlands.
Other events in the area are the Glyndebourne Festival which starts in May with world class opera, a quintessentially English summer experience and a July extravaganza, Love Supreme. This is a top jazz festival in the stunning surroundings of Glynde Place. September sees Artwave, an annual festival of artists with displays of jewellery, textiles, metalwork, ceramics, glass, crafts, furniture, paintings and printmaking. The bonfire celebrations take place in Lewes on 5 November, a thrilling spectacle.
The South Downs National Park is a walker’s paradise with epic views, meandering rivers and ancient forests. Walkers encounter native wildlife as well as welcoming village pubs. The South Downs Way is a 100 mile footpath stretching from Winchester in Hampshire to Eastbourne in Sussex. The path can be used by cyclists and horse riders too. Guests can hire e-bikes from Mr Cycles and arrange delivery to Lewes Barn. Lewes also boasts Cycle Shack where you can hire bikes. Those that prefer watersports can hire canoes or paddleboards at Cuckmere Haven or can kayak or sail at Ardingly Reservoir. Paddle boats can be hired at Barcombe, near Lewes to glide along the River Ouse.
There are a number of National Trust properties to visit including the home of poet and writer Vita Sackville-West, Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the cherished Jacobean home of writer Rudyard Kipling, Bateman’s. You may need to book in advance as they are very popular.
Brighton is brimming with cultural delights as well as hundreds of independent boutiques and big name shops. There are many award winning restaurants serving the regular seaside fish and chips as well as creative vegetarian menus. Brighton and Hove offer plenty of entertainment for all ages, some large scale wonders and some quirky and offbeat. One of the classic attractions is Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace with iconic domes and minarets as well as a fascinating history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. There are fantastic collections to explore which have previously come from Buckingham Palace. A trip to Brighton’s Beach is not complete without a stroll along the iconic Brighton Palace Pier. On the beach, children love Brighton Zip, a thrilling ride on the seafront. Visitors can escape to the skies to see Brighton in another light on British Airways i360 attraction. You will glide up gently to 138 metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and its beachside shop for gifts. Those that enjoy shopping can head to The Lanes for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. For some evening entertainment, Brighton Dome is Brighton’s premier venue for music, theatre and family events. Other popular attractions are Sea Life Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Booth Museum of Natural History, Preston Manor, Brighton’s Walk of Fame and the Brighton Music Tunnel.
The medieval town of Rye is today home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs and restaurants. Built on timeless tales and smuggled secrets, Rye offers charm and intrigue with nooks and crannies to explore and beautiful distant views across Romney Marsh. You will discover ancient, characterful buildings, cobbled streets and secret passages which attract film crews in search of historical settings for period productions. The Rye Castle Museum was originally a bottling factory and now boasts a unique 18th century fire engine as well as relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. The Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wonderful network of criss crossing footpaths on the saltmarsh and shingle ridges with fabulous views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It is a twitcher’s paradise with five hides where you can watch the wildlife. You can take boat trips or lessons in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports. Camber Sands is a fabulous beach in the village of Camber. It is the only sand dune system in East Sussex, east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay, and stretches 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border.
Lymington, Hampshire, South of England
From £3780
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Why not have it all?! This Luxury Lodge is located in the desirable South edge of the Forest and offers you both Forest and wonderous Ocean! Less than 5-minutes to Hordle cliffs, perfect for picnics, swimming and cliff top walks, plus breathtaking views of the Isle of wight. The wonderous Forest is also less than 5 minutes away. Easy to reach ALL attractions, Beaulieu Motor Museum, Christchurch ruins, Lymington market, Brockenhurst and Sway and award Winning Mudeford quay.
The space
Light Lodge is a Gorgeous recently renovated 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom property perfect for large groups seeking to visit the magnificent New Forest. You will not be disappointed! (Wheelchair friendly!)
This modern lodge oozes comfort with high-end fixtures and fittings throughout.
Light streams into the communal spaces through its multi-aspect windows and skylight over the dining table creating a warm, but peaceful feel. Truly offering the most comfortable setting to relax as a group.
Cook up a storm with your party around the kitchen island with it's fully equipped kitchen, high-end appliances, and Nespresso machine.
The separate lounge area with large HD TV and super-fast broadband gives the property separate pockets for groups to relax rather than all be in one space. The beautiful dining table comfortably seats 12, the large comfy sofa area provides a great relaxation zone and the large outdoor seating area with BBQ facilities and green space for kids to RUN provides the perfect place for Alfresco dining. The attention to detail and thoughtful touches throughout is what makes this property so special.
The upstairs wing offers a family room with a kingsize bed and a double sofa bed and desk space, plus a walk-in wardrobe. Relax in the bathtub and watch the stars through the skylight window.
The ground floor offers x4 bedrooms, three large double rooms, one with an additional single bed and two of which have en-suite showers rooms suitable for disabled access and the last room is a small double room.
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Located in Lymington, this lodge is in a rural area and near the beach. Barton-on-Sea Golf Club and Brockenhurst Manor Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lymington Sea Water Baths and Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
