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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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West Wittering, West Sussex, England
West Wittering Beach
Place, West Wittering Beach
7 min drive
Goodwood Motor Circuit
Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
23 min drive
Goodwood Racecourse
Place, Goodwood Racecourse
28 min drive
Southampton (SOU)
Airport, Southampton (SOU)
75 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1, master
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
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Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lumiere - West Wittering
Launched for the summer 2015 season at West Wittering, Lumiere is a light and airy weather-boarded seaside home offering luxury and comfort with every attention to detail thought of including: Single Tempur mattresses; fully equipped kitchen with Aga; secluded south facing rear garden; 3 flat screen TVs & dvd players; free wifi and only 2 mins walk from the beach.
Master bedroom suite occupies the entire upstairs floor and has a king sized antique French bed, original roll top bath a single bed along, flat screen television/dvd players and a ensuite shower room. The second bedroom has a king sized French bed and bedroom three can be either two singles or a super king bed. 4 beds have Tempur mattresses. There is a French day bed (full single size) in the television room which can be used as extra bed should this be required. Downstairs has a family bathroom with a cast iron bath and Lefroy Brooks shower above. and there is a separate lavatory in the utility room.
The open plan hand painted bespoke kitchen and rear kitchen has a four oven Aga & kettle, Neff 2 ring gas hob, microwave, Dualit toaster, Dualit mini oven/grill, Smeg fridge/freezer, second fridge, Smeg kettle, Nespresso machine, Bosch dishwasher, washer/dryer, clothes drying racks, iron/ironing board, two Belfast sinks, vintage worktops, filter water tap and softened water throughout the home. Kitchen ware includes Aga range of pans & ironware cookware, Le Creuset, Denby new & Vintage along with a both vintage crockery and fine bone china. Large selection of cookery books and items to make your life that little bit easier when staying from a large range of herbs and spices down to kitchen essentials. Handmade central Island and driftwood dining table with French doors opening to rear garden.
The television room has a French day bed for seating that can also be used as a bed if required along with 42" flat screen TV, blu ray player, extensive selection of over 450 DVDs for all ages along with books and games. Open plan living space has a three seater sofa and two arm chairs, ivory log burner, flat screen television/dvd player, telephone, wifi, 5G mobile phone signal with bifold doors opening fully to the decking area of the garden with outside dining. On those colder days, Lumiere is warm and cosy, with new triple glazing, plenty of hot water, central heating along with the warmth of an Aga.
Towels and bed linen
High quality bed linen and towels are provided including Dusk, John Lewis and The White Company. Beach towels are not provided.
Outside
A south facing sheltered, private rear garden with decking, dining area, a decked path leading to a second, more shaded relaxation/dining area, umbrellas, decked seating area, wooden sunbeds and kadai for BBQs and a decked area to the side of the property where there is an outside hot/cold shower. At the front of the house there is off road parking with room for three small cars, or two large and a small one tucked in.
Please note
During periods of peak demand (school holidays and half term, Summer, Christmas and New Year) we will only accept a minimum of 7 nights booking. Changeover day during these times is Friday. Lumiere is available for longer periods of stay subject to availability and off season for 3 nights.
The property is situated on Marine Drive, West Wittering and is a 2 minute walk to the beach. The village of East Wittering is a short walk the other direction which has an array of shops providing a variety of local provisions including green grocers, butchers, bakeries, 2 mini supermarkets along with a variety of cafes including Drift in Café, Drift out, Billys on the Beach and several take away restaurants. Other favourites include The Beach House, The Old House at Home Inn, Lamb Inn in West Wittering and the Ship Inn at Itchenor.
5 minutes drive way is West Wittering Blue Flag beach and East Head Nature reserve with miles of white sandy beach and dunes. There is range of facilities including sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, surfing, paddle boarding, car parking and café.
Sailing facilities can be found at Chichester Marina, Inchenor SC, Bosham SC and Apuldrum SC. There is also good bird watching at the RSPB Medmerry nature reserve near Earnley.
Nestled in the South Downs National Park, Goodwood is 11 miles away and holds the world famous Festival of Speed in June and Revival in September along with horse racing at 'Glorious' Goodwood. Closer by is the historic walled city of Chichester (8 miles) with its stunning cathedral, theatre, cinema, bowling alley and excellent shops. Drive East of Chichester on the A27 and you will find Arundel and the Castle and Brighton beyond and half an hour away to the West is Portsmouth with it Naval Dockyard, and shopping at Gunwarf Quays. There is a direct train service from London Victoria to Chichester (85 minutes). What makes this house unique. Simply put, we feel that holiday time is precious and we personally would not like to stay anywhere where comfort is compromised by providing tempur mattresses, high quality bed linen, bone china will find an eclectic mix of vintage and new which adds character to this beautiful seaside home.
The village of East Wittering is a short walk from the property which has an array of shops providing a variety of local provisions including green grocers, butchers, bakeries, 2 mini supermarkets along with a variety of cafes and restaurants. 5 minutes drive way is West Wittering Blue Flag beach and East Head Nature reserve with miles of white sandy beach and dunes. There is range of facilities including sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, surfing, paddleboarding, car parking and café. Nestled in the South Downs National Park, Goodwood is 11 miles away and holds the world famous Festival of Speed and Revival along with horse racing at 'Glorious' Goodwood. The historic walled city of Chichester is 8 miles with its stunning cathedral, theatre, cinema, excellent shops and a direct train service from London to Victoria (85 minutes). Drive East on the A27 and you will find Arundel and the Castle and Brighton beyond and to the West is Portsmouth and outlet shopping at Gunwarf Quays.
Lumiere is loved and owned by the Keen family, who have lots of relatives living in the area.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Latest check in is at 21:00
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Chichester
Located in Chichester, this holiday home is by the sea. South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre and Fishbourne Roman Palace 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. With scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Lumiere - West Wittering?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lumiere - West Wittering on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$348, 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 Lumiere - West Wittering?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lumiere - West Wittering?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lumiere - West Wittering?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lumiere - West Wittering located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Chichester Harbour National Landscape, West Wittering Beach and Chichester Harbour. Pagham Harbour Nature Reserve and South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A beautiful garden and the house has the potential of being absolutely fabulous. Sadly, the basic maintenance let it down for us (broken blinds, no bulb in the light on the desk in the bedroom nor in one of the bedrooms, the BBQ was completely rusty and in our opinion unusable).Overall, a great location, near to many amenities and the beach.
Brenda V.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
We are so pleased your enjoyed your stay Brenda, thank you for your review. We were not aware the internal door blinds were broken until several days into your stay when you kindly called to let us know, we did offer to come and have a look but you did not want us to attend as there was also a working blackout blind, if we had known about the light bulbs we could have popped some new ones over to you. We have since had a look at the blinds and have arranged a local company to fix the broken part. We inspect the BBQs before each guest stay, the BBQ was cleaned and a new wire brush was provided but thank you for your feedback on this as we will take a closer look and speak with the owner.
The property was loved very much by our two small dogs. The garden was perfect and not overlooked and, of course, dog friendly. We could easily walk to West Wittering along the beach. There were many dog friendly pubs on the doorstep. We shall definitely book this property again and hope the next time we don’t manage to lock ourselves out!!
Amazing house, we loved it, had everything you needed, superb location too. The welcome was a lovely touch and the hosts were amazing with information as well. Thank you
This was a great property to stay for our New year family get tomorrow. Being just a couple of minutes walk from the beach we could enjoy bracing walks & lots of fun with the kids.The property is well equipped & the owners were quick to respond when we had a query.
Angie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your review, very kind of you to take the time to do so and much appreciated. Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!!!
A great house in a very good location. Everything you could need is provided (and more!) comfortable accommodation and a good garden. A charming property which we enjoyed very much.
PAUL H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you so much. Really pleased you enjoyed your week here.
Amazing holiday house, perfect location minutes from the beach, shops and restaurants. Beautifully decorated with a great garden, gorgeous kitchen- a real home from home. Thank you Charlotte!
The house is really homely and the garden is safe for little children and dogs. The area is full of great things to do. We were returning guests as we've found it the perfect place for a family holiday.
This is our second stay and we had an equally relaxing time. Charlotte is an exceptional host, who goes out of her way to ensure everything is perfect for her guests. The beach is 2 minutes walk away, local shops 5 minutes. Charlotte has everything you need for fun at the beach eg chairs, windbreaks, toys etc.,Don’t hesitate about booking, you will have an amazing time.
Kelly S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind response - lovely to see you all here again. X
A wonderful property, perfect for a family gathering. The house had everything you could need and just a stones throw from the beach. Highly recommended. We will return!!
Ruth J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review, thrilled you enjoyed your stay.
The is was our second visit to Lumiere. It’s a beautiful house with so much character. It’s the perfect house by the sea. Charlotte is great, communication is easy and it is a pleasure to stay in her home.
Vanessa P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback, I really appreciate your input. Wishing you all the best, and hopefully see you again soon.
Great location, well equipped house with secure garden. Very short walk to miles of beach front and the village shops. I highly commend this location, property and facilities to everyone.
A fabulous well loved character filled house . A few extras included like sun loungers and parasol , outdoor shower , nice towels , spacious bedrooms although a bigger bed in the master would be welcomed . Great location by Bracklesham beach , and west wittering village . Nice pubs and cafes all around . Chichester area is a good find . Very dog friendly everywhere
It’s our second time staying and it never fails to be a great home to stay Near the beach and village plus the house is incredibly well equipped
Annette H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2025
Many thanks - so lovely that you have returned for a second visit. Best wishes x
About the host
Hosted by Boutique Beach Holiday Lets
Welcome to Boutique Beach Holiday Lets located in The Witterings, a stunning coastal area incorporating the villages of Bracklesham Bay, East Wittering and West Wittering. Whether you’re looking for a restful weekend, coastal walks or an adrenaline rush at one of the UK’s best water sports beaches, we pride ourselves on delivering wonderful getaways for our guests. Escape to the stunning South Coast for an unforgettable British seaside trip and we’ll make sure every little detail is of the highest quality for your stay.
Why they chose this property
The property is situated on Marine Drive, West Wittering and is a 2 minute walk to the beach. The village of East Wittering is a short walk the other direction which has an array of shops providing a variety of local provisions including green grocers, butchers, bakeries, 2 mini supermarkets along with a variety of cafes including Drift in Café, Samphire Restaurant, Billys on the Beach and several take away restaurants. Other favourites include The Beach House, The Old House at Home Inn, Lamb Inn in West Wittering and the Ship Inn at Itchenor.
5 minutes drive way is West Wittering Blue Flag beach and East Head Nature reserve with miles of white sandy beach and dunes. There is range of facilities including sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, surfing, paddle boarding, car parking and café.
Nestled in the South Downs National Park, Goodwood is 11 miles away and holds the world famous Festival of Speed in June and Revival in September along with horse racing at 'Glorious' Goodwood. Closer by is the historic walled city of Chichester (8 miles) with its stunning cathedral, theatre, cinema, bowling alley and excellent shops. Drive East of Chichester on the A27 and you will find Arundel and the Castle and Brighton beyond and half an hour away to the West is Portsmouth with it Naval Dockyard, and shopping at Gunwarf Quays. There is a direct train service from London Victoria to Chichester (85 minutes).
What makes this property unique
Simply put, we feel that holiday time is precious and we personally would not like to stay anywhere where comfort is compromised by providing tempur mattresses, high quality bed linen, bone china will find an eclectic mix of vintage and new which adds character to this beautiful seaside home.
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