Location
Enjoying a village location in the beautiful South Downs National Park in West Sussex, just a short drive from the picturesque market town of Petworth.
Hearth & Hollow The South East
History and style in the South Downs
With history going back to the 14th century and connections to Cromwell, Hearth & Hollow and its annex in a South Downs village in West Sussex is a unique and beautiful home for a gathering of up to 12 guests. Duck beneath low ceilings, run your hand along ancient oak beams and gather before the warmth of inglenook fireplaces. Step into the kitchen and the 21st century asserts itself, with two American-style fridge-freezers, a state-of-the-art Aga and a Nespresso coffee machine, among many mod cons.
Relax together in the cosy sitting room where the original carved fireplace rubs shoulders with the 55-inch TV and the French doors offer views across the lawns. Break off into the snug for PlayStation 4 with Virtual Reality and a library of books and board games. If work calls, there’s no better place than the sleek office, and when you clock off, you can wind down in the sauna.
In the summer months, make the most of the two-acre grounds with swimming pool, lawn tennis court and a hot tub. Sip drinks on the terrace beside the sunken Japanese pond, where there is a dining area, outdoor sofas and a heater. The annex has a fabulous summer room, with bifold doors, giving you the best of the outdoor and indoor worlds. Alternatively, pull the doors shut, lower the blinds and watch a movie on the 70-inch TV.
When it’s bedtime, the six ensuite bedrooms – four in the main lodge and two in the annex - are characterful and sumptuous, with old beams, quirky corners and some extra-low doorways that reminds you this is an ancient house with its own personality.
Selected by Mark
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from £4,950
for 3 nights
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Restrictions
No stag or hen parties
No fireworks
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Sleeps 12(8 in the main house and 4 in the annex). Note, one bedroom is best suited for children (see list of bedrooms PDF below). -
Bedrooms 6(4 in the main house and 2 in the annex) -
Bathrooms 6(4 in the main house and 2 in the annex) -
Dining Capacity 12See House FAQs below for further details.
Pool
Hot Tub
Tennis Court
Open Fire
Wifi
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
EV Charger
What we think
What to Expect
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Hearth & Hollow 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.
- Welcome treats
- Luxury bed linen, bath towels, pool towels, bathrobes and slippers
- Complimentary toiletries
- Well equipped kitchen including Aga and hob, two electric ovens, two American fridge freezers, two dishwashers, Nespresso coffee machine and two ice makers
- Separate kitchen in the annex
- Dining room table that seats up to 12 guests
- Superfast Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth speaker
- 55” Smart TVs in the main sitting room and snug and 72” TV in the annex (with Sky Q and Now TV) with surround sound
- Additional Smart TVs in 5 of the 6 bedrooms
- PlayStation (PS4), board games and books in the snug
- Log fires in the main sitting room, hall sitting room and kitchen dining room (logs provided)
- Heated outdoor swimming pool (available May to September)
- Hot tub (seats 6) with Bluetooth sound system
- Combined sauna/steam room (seats 6) with shower and changing facilities
- Outdoor sofas and sun loungers
- Grass tennis court (available mid-April to end October) – rackets and balls provided
- Two outdoor tables and chairs (one seating 10 and one seating 8 guests)
- Built-in charcoal BBQ (charcoal provided)
- Croquet lawn (croquet set provided)
- Trampoline
- Selection of Hunter wellies
- EV charging point (free of charge)
House FAQs
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What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is at 4.30pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 9.30am.
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How many cars can park at the property?
There is parking for 6 cars at the property.
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Are children welcome?
Children are very welcome at Hearth & Hollow. Two travel cots and two highchairs are available on request (please bring your own cot linen). A selection of wooden toys and children's cutlery are also provided. Please note, parents should supervise children at all times, especially outdoors due to the swimming pool, hot tub and Japanese pond.
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Are pets allowed?
Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed at Hearth & Hollow, subject to a fee of £20 per dog. Dogs are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings.
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Are stag and hen parties allowed?
Sorry, Hearth & Hollow is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.
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Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?
Yes, you can order online with Tesco, Waitrose or Sainsbury's for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4.30pm on the day of arrival.
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How many guests can sit at the dining table?
The dining table can seat up to 12 guests.
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Can you recommend any local places to eat out?
Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:
The Three Horseshoes, Lickfold
The Horse Guards Inn, Tillington
The Duke of Cumberland Arms, Henley
The Mulberry Inn, Chiddingfold
The Halfway Bridge Inn, Lodsworth
Black Horse, Amberley
The Half Moon, Kirdford
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Are there any height restrictions in the house?
Please note that Hearth & Hollow is a historic, Grade II listed property with thoughtfully preserved period features. Some rooms have low ceilings and doorways (below 4ft), a quirk of the building's history. Please see the list of bedrooms PDF above for further details.
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What is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Haslemere (7 miles).
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What is the nearest airport?
The nearest airports are London Gatwick (37 miles) or London Heathrow (42 miles).
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Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Hearth & Hollow. 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).
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How do I book?
You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.
When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).
