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The Cotswolds, Herefordshire, Derbyshire, Oxfordshire
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Welcome to Wales, where just a hop across the border from England feels like you've entered a new world entirely. This compact country boasts inspiring hills, formidable castles and moody coastlines of crumbling rock and golden sand.
From the moment you enter the sweeping drive to this 5-acre estate, you just know good times are ahead. Sociability is at the heart of Araden Manor in Sussex. From the Christian-style kitchen - with squishy sofas so you can keep the chef company - to the elegant drawing room, complete with bar, this is somewhere for family and friends to create lasting memories.
The details are delightful, from the games room with ‘Bijou’ mezzanine floor to four poster beds in four of the five beautifully appointed bedrooms. Outside, take your coffee in the morning sunshine at the front of the manor, where there’s plenty of seating with views across the parterre gardens. Behind the manor, the Sundowner garden is a sun trap where you can capture the evening rays as you sip cocktails or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Explore further, down the avenue of yew trees, to find a dreamy woodland setting with seating and a firepit area.
There’s also an outdoor hot tub, a secret garden which the children will love, and an eclectic mix of resident animals including Patsy and Eddie the friendly micro pigs, and Starsky and Hutch the miniature Shetland ponies!
Selected by Gareth
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Restrictions
Sleeps 12
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Dining Capacity 10
Open Fire
Pool
Wifi
Child Friendly
Games Room
Hot Tub
If you can tear yourself away from idyllic days at Araden Manor, head for a tour of the local vineyards, spend a day at the races at nearby Goodwood or pack a picnic and take the path straight onto the South Downs Way. Countryside pubs abound and the village has a local store and post office. Further afield (but close enough) you can visit castles, go boating on the river or spend a day at the beach. Araden Manor is also within striking distance of the uber cool seaside resort of Brighton & Hove.
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Araden Manor just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
Set in the village of West Chiltington, nestled in its very own micro-climate housing vineyards galore, including the world famous Nyetimber which is on the doorstep! Walk from the house straight onto footpaths leading to the South Downs Way and walks around the vineyards.
Yes, the Manor and gardens are exclusively yours, although the wonderfully friendly property owners will be staying on the grounds in the Coach House to the rear of the Manor (converted from the former Edwardian stables) connected to the Manor via a courtyard.
While the owners are very sociable people, they will be very discreet during your stay. Unless of course you need them, or would like them to introduce you to their micro pigs, Shetland ponies or their resident goat!
Yes, families with children are very welcome. There's children's play equipment for little ones, a high chair and two cots.
Kids love the Secret Garden, which has a children’s two-storey playhouse, climbing frame with slide and swing and picnic table. There is also a trampoline!
Sorry, Araden Manor is not suitable for pets.
Hen and stag parties are considered. Please ask before booking.
You can walk from the house straight onto footpaths leading to the South Downs Way and walks around the vineyards with plenty of opportunities to stop at their cafes and sample their wines whilst basking in the sun. There is an abundance of countryside pubs within 15 minutes' drive from the house – several of which you can walk to.
Within 15-35 minutes by car you can visit the historic Arundel Castle; go boating on the rivers of Amberley; visit Petworth House; spend the day on the sandy beaches of West Wittering (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty); spend the day at the Qatar Races/Festival of Speed/Goodwood Revival at the famous Goodwood Racecourse; spend the day by the sea in the uber cool seaside resort of Brighton & Hove or shop in the city of Chichester or Surrey’s wealthy town of Guildford.
Pulborough railway station is just 10 minutes away from the Manor by car/taxi.
Araden Manor is just 17 miles from London Gatwick Airport or 35 miles from London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Araden Manor. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival, and check out is at 10am (or 4pm if checking out on Sunday).
