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The Garden House - a contemporary house on the edge of Petworth, South Downs

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Outdoor dining
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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West Sussex, ENG
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Petworth House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Petworth

Located in Petworth, this vacation home is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Petworth House and 6 minutes from Lavington Common. .This vacation home is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from South Downs National Park and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Goodwood Motor Circuit.
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What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Petworth House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 40 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Brighton Beach - 60 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Brighton Pier - 62 min drive - 59.6 km

Getting around

  • Pulborough Station - 8 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Emma's Horsebox Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Noah's Ark Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪White Horse Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Angel Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Welldiggers Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Garden House - a contemporary house on the edge of Petworth, South Downs




The Garden House is a light, contemporary house which is quietly situated on the edge of Petworth and an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is only a short walk to the centre of the historic town, with its convenience stores, delis, many antique shops, independent retailers, gastro pubs, restaurants and cafes. It is also within easy walking distance of historic Petworth House and Park and the Shimmings Valley.

Inside, the house comprises a large open plan sitting room with dining area and well equipped modern kitchen with granite worktops. There is a downstairs bedroom with kingsize bed and ensuite wetroom (and direct access down stairs to the private garden).

Upstairs there are two more ensuite bedrooms, one kingsize bed and the other a double. There is a second sitting area upstairs too with a small double sofa bed. (There is an additional fee of £50 payable on arrival for making up and supply of extra linens if the sofa bed is required)

The house is furnished with contemporary furniture and fittings, with light oak flooring throughout. The beds are all extremely comfortable and the hotel quality linen has a very high thread count and is professionally laundered.

There is ample room to park up to three cars outside (additional cars ONLY by arrangement) PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF THE GARAGE and a large landscaped sunken garden laid to lawn with flower beds, paved areas and rambling roses. Modern and comfortable garden furniture, including six loungers and a dining table and six chairs, are provided together with a bbq.


Contactless checkin and checkout.



One small well behaved dog is welcome. See Pet Guide for current rules. A small charge is payable. Enclosed garden. Plenty of walks close by. Please clear up after your dog.

No smoking.
No candles/ tea lights. No parties. No bridal/hen/stag groups.
No visitors without owners express consent.
No ev charging at the property- closest ev charging points in Petworth car park.


"Couldn't ever find a better or nicer place to stay. We are very comfortable here. Carole is lovely." (3rd visit)

"Our second time here, we had a lovely week, the house is lovely and very clean. We will return again."

"Lovely relaxing holiday. Second visit for us, everything was perfect."

"Wonderful location beautiful house lovely and helpful hosts"

"very restful stay- excellent base for seeing Sussex, Surrey and good rail link to London"

"Absolutely perfect holiday in your lovely house. Thank you also for the welcome gifts- very well received."

"We all had a lovely stay in this great house . We would definitely stay here again."
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Note from host: Ask owner for a copy of the Pet Rules -

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Children under the age of 14 are not allowed.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

The Garden House - a contemporary house on the edge of Petworth, South Downs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location for the proximity of Petworth House, the town itself and the local area. Hosts were very welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

David W.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim H., Thoiry 01710 France

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay over new year. Petworth is a lovely little town with great pubs and superb curry house (2 mins walk). The Garden House was perfect for our visit. It had everything we needed and the kitchen was very well equipped. I would highly recommend. Thank you Carole and Robert!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fabulous place to stay, the house is furnished to a very high standard, with everything you could need, the pool was really lovely too. With only a short walk you can be in Petworth town centre which has great shops & pubs and also a lovely cinema, which is worth a visit. Carole & Robert are great hosts. I would highly recommend the Poolhouse
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic short break

A really beautiful property and lovely hosts. It couldn’t have been better and having the pool was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

Lovely property, lovely location and superb hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare W., Pontypridd

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful pool house

This is a lovely property in a very nice location. We stayed here for 4 nights. The bedrooms were all ensuite and a good size. The kitchen was very well equipped and had everything you nneeded
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pool House Petworth

We had a great stay at the Pool House in Petworth, it was well equipped with very comfortable beds and was brilliantly situated. We would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fantastic and I would recommend it to anyone, close to the town but quiet and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ilovejc1

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home in a Lovely Area

We stayed at the Pool House only last week, and had a lovely time. There were 3 reasonably sized double bedrooms all with en-suite which was a real plus. The pool was large and well-used over the week! It felt like you were in the middle of nowhere, yet within a 200 yard walk, you were in the town of Petworth. The coast is within easy reach, our favourite destination being Littlehampton which we really enjoyed. There were a few gripes (the TV could be larger, you have to walk through the downstairs bedroom to reach the pool, and I thought paying for pool heating on top of the cost of the rental was a bit much) but overall we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend the property. Helene and Robert were also very nice and quick to respond to one or two issues that we had, but left us to our own devices the rest of the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mel n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Miss

Lovely stay with family. Excellent host. Great communication. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming property in ideal location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The property was beautifully appointed throughout with everything needed for our stay. The location is ideal, accessible to restaurants and stores as well as Petworth House, but also perfectly peaceful. Carole was great to deal with both before and during our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N., Santa Barbara, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Petworth Pool House

We have stayed here on numerous occasions. Found the hosts to be very accommodating and wonderful. Modern amenities and great location. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Half term mini break

A very comfortable house, well presented with a relaxed feel. Great location for the South Downs and walking into Petworth including Petworth House. A well equipped kitchen also the bonus of all 3 bedrooms being en suite. Carole contacted us throughout our stay to make sure all was fine and whether there was anything else we needed. Overall a very enjoyable stay, thank you Carole.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perferct For Our Needs

Lovely property in the ideal location for the town, Petworth Park & house and the surrounding countryside. No need to take a car, just do everythnig from the property. Lovely & clean property nestled in a quiet location so no issue with traffic. Owner very helpful and kept in touch during the stay to make sure all was OK. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G., Reigate, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Petworth

Lovely house and this year due to hot weather the pool was marvellous
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Making memories

I stayed with my dad, brother and sister the host was welcoming and gracious, very kindly left us some welcome items. The house was well equipped for home cooking, very clean and comfortable. Location is beautiful we enjoyed amberly museum and Petworth House and park before cooling off back at the pool. We enjoyed a bbq and made some fabulous memories as a start to my dads 80th birthday celebrations
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay in Petworth

Carole and Robert are great hosts and have done all they can to make the property a high standard and very comfortable. The bed linen, towels and mattress are extremely high quality. To find a property with a pool is just wonderful. The garden is beautiful and such a relaxing stay away from London. Everything is close by with a 5 minute walk and I would love to return and rebook. They also made my dog Lou feel extremely welcome ! Wonderful hosts and a wonderful property - thank you so much !
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N., Oxford England

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable get together with friends

A very convenient and comfortable property in a lovely part of the world. Lovely walks and places to visit close by.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

Just steps away from all that Petworth has to offer. The Pool House is beautifully appointed and very comfortable in every way. The hosts are very friendly and always on hand, living in The Old Rectory next door. This was our second visit and I’m sure it won’t be the last.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

This is our first choice for stays in or near Petworth. We have stayed at this lovely little house several times and we plan to return. It has everything we need, is super clean and comfortable and it is just steps from the village and the park. The hosts Carole and Robert are very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect and in the best location in Petworth

Perfect little house in the ideal location for visiting Surrey/Sussex. An easy stroll to the local shops including our favorite place for morning coffee. Just opposite Petworth Park, so ideal for your morning walk. Walk or drive to several nice pubs. The hosts Carole and Robert are very accommodating. We have stayed here several times before and we hope that we will always be welcome back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous house

What a great place! Stayed with my husband, 2 adult daughters and partners. Plenty of room for 6 adults. Great tgar
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L., Flourtown, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Pool House in Petworth

Convenient to Petworth shops and pubs. Lovely house with modern furnishings. Comfy beds and great shower. Everything you need for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house and a great location

Very good we would happily visit again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022