Located in Pulborough, West Sussex, this stunning Grade II listed Elizabethan Manor sleeps 14 guests in 7 bedrooms and features a hot tub. The manor beautifully blends medieval features with modern design, creating a boutique hotel-like atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a walled garden, grass tennis court, heated private swimming pool, and easy access to nearby attractions such as Goodwood, Arundel Castle, Petworth, and the South Down National Park.
Built in 1252, the manor boasts the oldest dovecote in Europe and the largest Tudor inglenook in the country. The interior features dark oak, exquisite paintings, antiques, and medieval windows in the kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with antique and modern cabinetry, grey marble surfaces, and an Aga, while the dining room and drawing room share a remarkable stone fireplace and opulent chandelier. The first floor offers double bedrooms with en-suites, a family bathroom, and a master bedroom with a spiral staircase and en-suite bathroom with a copper roll-top bath.
Outside, guests have 1.4 acres of grounds to enjoy, including a terrace, heated pool, and grass tennis court. The surrounding countryside offers activities such as walks, riding, and golf, as well as visits to historic houses like Petworth House and Arundel Castle. Nearby attractions include Goodwood, Cowdray Estate, and the Sussex coastline with beaches like West Wittering and Bognor Regis. The manor is an ideal weekend retreat or base for an active mini-break, offering a peaceful escape from city life.
The Elizabethan Manor is located near family-run pubs, The Hungry Guest cafe and farm shop in Petworth, and charming antique shops. Nearby Arundel boasts a beautiful castle and a variety of restaurants, while Goodwood hosts car and horse races, events like the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed, and features a restaurant and sculpture park. The area also offers picturesque walks in the South Downs and West Wittering beach, making it a perfect destination for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!