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View from the kitchen/diner
The kitchen
Doors to the private patio from the kitchen diner
Window from bedroom 1

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pulborough
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Shipley Windmill
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Fishers Farm Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation

This ground floor apartment has sweeping views of our fields, brook and pond from the windows of the kitchen/diner. Watch the horses graze while you eat your breakfast. The doors open to a private fenced patio with a gate opening to the garden. There's walking for your dogs from the farm to take you to the quintessential village of Thakeham with its pub and old church through ancient woodland. From there there is access to the South Downs National Park. The South Coast is 15 minutes drive and the Railway Station with access to London is 10 minutes away.
Fully heated and insulated for cosy winter stays too. All behind secure electric gates for privacy and security.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated. Abusive behaviour both verbal and physical to guests or hosts will be reported to the police.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pulborough

Located in Pulborough, this holiday home is in a rural area. Amberley Working Museum and Horsham Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shipley Windmill and Parham House and Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Chanctonbury Sports & Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Lancing FC. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pulborough

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • River Arun - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Shipley Windmill - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Pulborough Brooks - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Fishers Farm Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Billingshurst Station - 8 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Halcyon Days Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rising Sun, Nutbourne - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation on 11 Apr 2026 start from AU$270, 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 Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic remodelled stable barn near nature conservation located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of South Downs National Park, Chanctonbury Sports & Leisure Centre, and Sumners Ponds. River Arun and Pulborough Brooks are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation set in a nice quiet area. Easy access to South Coast and South Downs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from Alison. Cottage was spacious and clean. Would happily stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting family

Lovely property had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very well equipped spacious place set in a nice garden, tranquil but close to lots of interesting places
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Friederike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shorttrip to Pulborough

Nice place for vacation, very nice host, everything as expected
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jos e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a very nice staying. The owner was very friendly. The house was clean and practical

Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay

A lovely cottage in a pleasant peaceful rural location. Great views from the rear veranda. A great kitchen/ dining area and plenty of space throughout. Would highly recommend and would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural retreat

A comfortable cottage with lovely light living area. Good location for the things we wanted to do in the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Lovely retreat in West Sussex

Pretty spot , quiet and restful . Comfy beds . Great local pub . Alison very nice .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great find !

A lovely place to stay. Alison was very helpful and friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHLOE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect !

Perfect and cosy cottage, exactly like on the description, we loved our stay and felt like home. We were sad to leave this peaceful place and will come back as soon as possible !
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs

Really enjoyed our stay in this well appointed and cute home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maren E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful find with everything you need

We had a wonderful long weekend away and enjoyed the barn, the garden and the surrounding countryside to the max. Thank you Alison.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country get away

Very nice 2 bedroom house in the country. Alison a great host. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful break

The property was in a wonderful situation, a beautiful, peaceful outlook onto fields which we walked across to visit the lovely farm shop. The cottage was cosy and comfortable and our little one really appreciated the toys and high chair provided. Alison was really friendly and helpful. We had a really wonderful three nights, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The stables

Wow !!!!! we loved the peaceful atmosphere of the property, right in the middle of the countryside surrounded by nature, it had everything and more inside from a well stocked kitchen/diner and comfy beds. We had family come to visit and there was plenty of room and the host was really lovely. We also brought our six month old puppy with us too and he loved it .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely relaxing stay in our converted stable/barn

We stayed in this comfortable rustic barn conversion with south facing patio and glass doors overlooking the woods and fields for over 2 weeks. The kitchen was modern and well equipped. Comfortable lounges and beds. It was a short drive to typical English villages and the South Downs Way - views from Devil's Dyke were breathtaking and the restaurant/pub there superb! Petworth was a standout destination with lots of history and marvellous little shops. Alison was our perfect host - so friendly with lots of local knowledge. She gladly provided extra towels for our unexpected guest and nothing was too much trouble for her. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlotte W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Getaway

We had a fantastic time at this property for a one off Christmas getaway. The property itself was beautiful, the photos really don’t do it justice! Alison even decorated for us, which was a lovely touch and made our stay feel extra special. Alison was very responsive before our stay in answering any questions we had, and was always available during our stay (even though it was Christmas!). The only small problem we had was regarding the oven fan which didn’t seem to be working. We did let Alison know and hopefully this has been fixed now, but something to check if you are planning to cook during your stay. Overall a gorgeous place which we would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab

Alison & the cottage was lovely, had everything we needed, we took our dog with us and she especially loved the field next door to run round. Great location and easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jo S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Perfectly located

The Old Stables is the perfect base to explore the South Downs and nearby coast. The property had everything we needed for our stay. We were unaware that there was a studio flat above and some of our neighbouring guests were a little heavy footed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Axelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter break in the South Downs

We had a lovely time and the property owner couldn’t have been more helpful. She even posted my son’s favourite teddies which were accidentally left behind. Would highly recommend it to families.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Break

Fantastic weekend away in a lovely little place. Very relaxing, with wonderful surroundings. Very good communication from the owner. Would not hesitate to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Christmas Getaway

The weather was awful, but we had lovely muddy walks across the fields and loved the cottage which had snug bedrooms, spacious living rooms and a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All I could ask for

The best get away place I could ask for. It was absolutely perfect break for me and kids. So quiet and public footpaths perfect for tranquil walks. The owner is the nicest person you will meet and my kids loved the stay. The cottage has everything you need and I was making 3 meals a day without any issues and actually really enjoyed staying indoors as the place is just so wonderful. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We had a great few days at the cottage. There was plenty of space for 4 adults (mum, dad and kids of 21 and 18) and 2 dogs. The cottage was well equipped and the light into the kitchen/dining area was fabulous all day long. Alison was very friendly and answered all our enquiries quickly, both before and during our stay. It was an easy journey into Brighton and to the University of Sussex. We also went along the coast to Worthing and visited Arundel which was stunning. The walks from the cottage were also worthwhile with the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Alison Hall

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I live in the farmhouse next to the Old Stables. I was born and brought up in the district and although have travelled extensively now retired to live back home. My youngest daughter lives locally, has started her own veterinary practice and rides the horses that live on the farm.
So if you need anything, I am just to hand with my two Bedlington Terrier dogs in attendance.

Why they chose this property

If you love the countryside and nature conservation as well as historic buildings, this has it all. But you do not have to compromise on comfort as the renovation has been done to modern building standards. There is plenty of hot water, comfortable beds, squishy sofas and good internet connection.

What makes this property unique

Knepp Rewilding is now nationally and internationally famous for turning thousands of acres of intensively farmed land into a haven for wildlife. You can book safaris from their website so you get a personal guide to the research and development. You can walk there in half an hour. Also the RSPB has a site in Pulborough on the wetlands at the Wild Brooks.
The South Downs Way has been walked upon by our ancestors for as far back as we can discover. Bronze Age barrows, Iron Age hill forts and the beacons at Ditchling are evocative of the past. To be enjoyed on foot, horseback or cycle.
Come back to the cottage and you can sit in the shade of the huge Alder tree by the brook and pond, so cool in the now hot weather of our new summer climate. There is a gas barbecue for eating out in the garden.
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