Sparrow Cottage is a delightful cottage tucked in a little hideaway in the centre of Westbourne village. The property has four bedrooms but can be made available for 8, please contact us for more details. The property has been lovingly restored with period features and modern comfortable furniture reflecting the areas motor sport history at Goodwood. Westbourne is a pretty village with many rural walks, good local pubs in walking distance and a fantastic independent village bakery...not forgetting Whistler's chip shop! The property is a short drive from local beaches at Hayling Island and West Wittering.
Follow the path along the River Ems to the next village and enjoy a picturesque stroll along the shore and around the Mill Pond to the village. For adventures further afield, Westbourne is situated equal distance of the Cathedral city of Chichester and Historic Portsmouth and the famous dockyard with easy rail and bus links to both.
Walking through the front door into the hallway there is a lovely comfortable sitting room leading to the kitchen where every attention has been taken to make sure you have everything you need to self cater for your stay. There is a breakfast bar for enjoying a coffee in the morning or sitting together for a home cooked meal in the evening.
On the first floor there are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Further on the ground floor there is one double bedroom, further shower room and sitting room with well equipped kitchen area.
To the rear of the house there is a lovely paved area to sit out and enjoy the summer evenings.
Westbourne is a charming village standing on the River Ems set between Emsworth and the beautiful countryside of The Downs. Although fairly small in size Westbourne boasts 66 listed buildings dating back to the 16th Century and an old medieval Church of St John the Baptist. The church is well worth a look around with its fine yew avenue which has even been said to be the oldest in England. A car is recommended, although you can easily walk into the village to get to the shops, pubs, and various restaurants, including a superb fish and chip takeaway.
By road you are perfectly located to get to the nearby historic city of Chichester, famous for its grand cathedral and famous Chichester Festival Theatre. Goodwood is a short trip away with easy access along the country lanes, perfect to skip the traffic on your way to events such as The Goodwood Revival. To the west of Westbourne lies the city of Portsmouth which offers wonderful attractions including the Historic Naval Dockyards and the impressive Spinnaker Tower, you can even hop on the catamaran or ferry to the Isle of White.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Emsworth
Located in Emsworth, this cottage is in a rural area. Fishbourne Roman Palace and Butser Ancient Farm are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Stansted Maze and West Sussex Falconry. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Goodwood Motor Circuit or Fratton Park.
Chichester Harbour National Landscape - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Chichester Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Portsmouth International Port - 15 min drive - 19.5 km
Gunwharf Quays - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
Southampton Cruise Terminal - 38 min drive - 44.9 km
Getting around
Emsworth Station - 20 min walk
Southampton (SOU) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
The Coal Exchange - 4 min drive
White Horse - 1 min walk
The Blue Bell Inn - 4 min drive
Mother Kelly's Fish & Chips - 3 min drive
The King's Arms - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms on 14 July 2026 start from AU$545, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A family house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chichester Harbour, Chichester Harbour National Landscape and Stansted Park. Stansted Maze and Prinsted Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Emsworth Station is 20 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The reason for the visit was to attend some family and friends events. This was made complete by the quality of our accomodation at Sparrow Cottage. Lovely quiet setting, convenient for local Co op, pubs and Indian restaurant. Rooms were clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Highly recommended.
Frank
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for leaving this lovely review. We do hope you will stay with us again in the future.
Henry Adams Holiday Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lars-Goran N.
25 Mar 2024
Cosy cottage
Cosy cottage with everything you need. Great to be able to park the car close to the house. In the village but silent.
Lars-Goran N.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for leaving your review about Sparrow Cottage. Thank you for always being such respectful guests with every booking you have booked with us! We would love to welcome you again in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 July 2024
Comfortable, clean, a home from home
Sparrow Cottage offers delightful, comfortable and well-provided accommodation. Thanks so much for such a lovely stay. Facilities are great. Comfy beds and the comfiest sofa imaginable. Lovely little extras provided for us in the fridge and kitchen goodies. A pretty garden and easy parking. Village offers great options for eating. All in all a great stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review of Sparrow Cottage! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the comfortable beds, the cosy sofa, and the little extras the owner provided. It's great to know you appreciated the garden and convenient parking, as well as the local dining options. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynne S.
29 Dec 2022
Perfect Christmas Experience
A beautiful cottage in a perfect location set the scene for an amazing Christmas that ticked all the boxes for three generations to come together and celebrate family. Thank you for the Christmas hamper which was an added delight for all of us who enjoyed its treats.
Lynne S.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased you had a magical Christmas at Sparrow. Happy New Year!
We had a fabulous week in this lovely cottage. Booking and check in went smoothly and queries answered quickly. Cottage location excellent (parking for 2 cars only on forecourt as narrow lane). Accommodation stylish and quirky. Some rooms a little on the small side but beautifully furnished and a lot of thought has gone into this home. We had 6 adults and 2 young children and everyone had a great stay.
Catherine D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
29 Aug 2023
Family get together.
We stayed in this lovely quirky cottage for a family get together when some of the family attended the Victorious festival in Southsea. We expected to be 8 but in the event we were only 7. All the bedrooms were double beds which was a slight inconvenience. However we found the rest of the house adequate for our needs and we were all able to squeeze round the kitchen bar for our meals. There was plenty of equipment in the kitchen to cover our needs and a very generous welcome pack. We were able to use the garden which had plenty of seating for us all. We all enjoyed our stay very much.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted that our unique cottage was the choice for your family gathering during the Victorious festival. While the all-double bedrooms might have been a bit inconvenient, we're glad the rest of the house met your needs. The well-equipped kitchen and generous welcome pack seem to have added to your stay. The garden's seating surely enhanced your experience. Please note that the number of bedrooms and bed sizes are clearly indicated in both the photos and description. We're thrilled you all had a great time and hope to host you again soon for another wonderful stay!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
14 Oct 2022
Walking holiday on the South Downs
The cottage is in a great location, but parking is a problem as only one car can park at the property. The owners have a considerable amount of memorabilia and it felt as though there wasn't anywhere to put our "stuff".
With only two bathrooms it would be a significant difficulty with 8 people. We had three people and that worked well, had we had five as planned (two could not come) it would have been crowded in the house and difficult with the bathrooms.
I would recommend the property for three, but not the eight as advertised.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We do feel Sparrow Cottage is accurately advertised. The photographs are up to date and the write up is accurate. There is one off road space at Sparrow Cottage, any further parking would have to be on the road. The owner has decorated the house to give a cosy cottage feeling and used local memorabilia that links to Goodwood and the area. The photographs i feel do reflect the house style well. Eight can comfortably be accommodated here, particularly a family that don't mind sharing across the two bathrooms. I hope you enjoyed your holiday. Thank you for the 4.2 rating.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yasmin S.
10 Nov 2022
Highly recommend
After our previous stay we booked this property straight away for the next time we were in the area, Great communication with the host, Perfect location and beautiful house.
Yasmin S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yasmin S.
28 Sept 2022
Great Stay Definitely Booking Again
We had crew staying in this property for work.
They very much liked this property and requested it was booked again for future jobs.
(which we have already done!)
The location was perfect and so was the property!
We definitely recommend.
Yasmin S.
About the host
Hosted by Laura Nix
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