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orchard barn
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Chichester, West Sussex
  • West Sussex Falconry
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Goodwood Racecourse
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Chichester (QUG-Chichester - Goodward)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Converted Barn

Orchard Barn is luxurious self catering accommodation, situated just off the South Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Orchard Barn is just a few miles from the historic city of Chichester and many attractions including the Goodwood Estate with its Horse Racing, Festival of Speed and the Revival, the historic Dock yard at Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight to name a few. Orchard Barn is a beautiful converted Sussex flint barn with unique views of the downs and the surrounding area. There are many walks right on your doorstep and some challenging cycle rides for the more adventurous. Outside the barn are two patios with garden tables and chairs and a gas BBQ. There is under-floor heating throughout the ground floor of the barn. The hot water is heated by solar panels and we have also installed a rainwater harvester which is used to flush the toilets. The garden is fenced so it is safe for small children and dogs to roam.

Property manager

Sally Ablewhite
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
2
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Chichester

Chichester is home to this holiday home. Uppark and Butser Ancient Farm are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ashling Park Estate and South Petersfield Golf Club. West Sussex Falconry and Bishop's Palace Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Chichester, West Sussex

What's nearby

  • West Sussex Falconry - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 18 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Chichester Festival Theatre - 20 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 20 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Goodwood House - 23 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Chichester Nutbourne Station - 15 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox and Hounds - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Stags Head - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Horse & Groom - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Converted Barn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Converted Barn?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Converted Barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Converted Barn located?

Situated in Chichester, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from West Sussex Falconry and within 6 miles (10 km) of Uppark and Ashling Park Estate. Stansted Park and Kingley Vale are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous South Downs Holiday Home
We had a really great week here. We thought the house was bigger than it appears in the photos and was very comfortable and well equipped. Check in was straight forward - we found the property easily and the owners (who live next door) popped in to check we were ok. There are plenty of beautiful South Downs walks and cycle rides directly from the property or within a 30 minute car journey.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Great property, cannot fault it. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful countryside getaway!
We loved our 9 day stay in the converted barn. Sally was easy to communicate with and helpful. The barn is spacious and comfortable with room to relax both indoor and outside. Hikes through the fields and glimpses of wildlife at dusk were also highlights. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up Marsdon
Roomy, beautifully adapted from the original barn. Very well eqipped, in a lovely downland area. We all loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verena W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing accommodation
This place is just perfect for a family get together. It is well equipped and spacious. It is in a very rural setting, good for walks and not too far to the coast. We would like to come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation in peaceful rural setting
Our group of friends really enjoyed staying in this property. As a group we like walking and visiting historical sites. The ability to have walks right from our doorstep and easy access to National Trust and other places of interest ticked all our boxes. We appreciate the effort the hosts have put into making this such a good place to stay on holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous.
Super barn for a family of eight, lots of room, the whole set up is just perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wedding party
Lovely property, clean, comfortable and spacious. Not in easy walking distance of a pub or shop but that was exactly what we wanted so 5 stars. Host was very helpful and on hand but not in any way intrusive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way.
Large roomy house with everything you could need for a family holiday. A quiet bedroom for the baby. Loads of dining space and a huge kitchen with everything you could want. Had a lunch party for 14 in the garden with matching chairs. Sally, the host lives next door and was on hand for any problems. Could not recommend it more for a holiday at any time of the year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic rental property
This property is great ,very big and impressive . four ensuite bedrooms and an extra toilet . This is the best we have rented in 20 years of holidays .lovely host living next door . It is out of the way in the middle of the countryside but worth it . highly reccomended
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Beautiful top quality holiday property
A wonderful weekend in this stunning barn conversion. The owners have thought of everything and it is a perfect place for a family get together. So many thoughtful extras - feels like home from home. There's lots of space, beautiful furnishings, quality beds and it's spotlessly clean. Such a gorgeous location - feels like the middle of nowhere but really accessible. We loved it and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Ashtead, Surrey, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful property!
Orchard Barn is a gem of a property. With a family group of 6 adults and 2 children we had great space to roam, a beautiful garden and everything we could possibly want in terms of amenities and equipment. Beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. Sally is a helpful and friendly host and we felt well informed and nicely cosseted.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane Webb

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
A very comfortable, spacious and well equipped property close to the South Downs Way. The owners are helpful and informative. The website booking process was tortuous and they patiently guided us through.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year's Stay
This is a great barn with a huge amount of living space as well as an enormous kitchen. We were a group of 6 but even with another 2 people, the barn is very spacious. It was immaculate when we arrived, the kitchen is well equipped and we had a fabulous stay. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great during our stay but we managed a couple of local walks and a pub lunch. I would highly recommend this and would be more than happy to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
A lovely family jubilee weekend away at this super accomodation. Orchard Barn is spacious, comfortable, spotlessly clean and extremely well equipped. We had ample space for 7 adults and a dog and thoroughly enjoyed the tranquil setting whilst being within a range of places to visit. The approach roads are narrow but we managed fine and there are numerous footpaths all about for exploring the Sussex countryside. We would most definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naneen C., Westbrook

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room and comfort for the whole family
We had a week at the Orchard House with my in-laws. My mother in law is in a wheelchair and the wet bathroom with shower was amazing and there was a lot of room to move her around in the house. The house is beautiful and we did several walks to take advantage of the great weather. There is tons of space for everyone to have some private times and lots of places to gather as a family. The kitchen is magnificently appointed and a dream to cook in. We will definitely stay again. And it’s wonderful for wheelchair users. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanna V.

Great stay at Orchard Barn
Lovely weekend break in Up Marden, the barn was perfect for our family group of 4 adults, plenty of space for us all inside and out. Having 4 bathrooms took away a load of hassle, though as some other reviews have said, the upstairs bedrooms (bath only) could benefit with having a shower tap/attachment. Whole place very clean and tidy, no trace of any previous furry guests. The log fire was lovely, good selection of puzzles and games to keep us entertained as well as netflix TV which was very handy for a lazy afternoon. Lovely rural location, but close to the Witterings beaches as well as Chichester town. Plenty to keep us occupied for the long weekend. We didn't eat out locally in the end, but lots of lovely looking pubs nearby all serving food. Sally was a great hostess, popped in on our arrival day to check we had everything we needed - provided one of the best Victoria Sponges we've ever had! Plus a bottle of wine and fresh milk was a lovely touch. Highly recommend staying here, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous place
This barn conversion is fabulous! Extremely spacious, yet cosy, high spec well thought out, spotlessly clean, well equipped, enclosed garden for young children and pets. We had our two small pooches with us and they loved sniffing around the garden and we were happy that they were safe. The kitchen has everything you would need and more. The beds are huge and comfy with crisp white sheets. Sleeps 8 people and more than enough room for everyone in the Living area and kitchen. We were there for Glorious Goodwood for the first time (which was also wonderful) and we have booked Orchard Barn again for same week next year already. The owners live next door and are perfectly lovely and helpful should you need them, otherwise you wouldn't know you had neighbours. Very tranquil, peaceful location and not far to Portsmouth, Brighton and everywhere in between. Great food at the White Horse, Chilgrove about 5 miles away. The wifi connection is very good for iPad users and there's a landline should you need it as phone coverage is iffy. You will not regret staying at Orchard Barn.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and hosts
We had the best stay, the house beautiful and is stocked with all you’d need and more. The host is very helpful, accommodating and very easy to contact. There are lovely local walks and pubs and there was nothing we wanted for. We’d love to stay here again, thank you so much. Would highly reccommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a place to relax in peace and quiet
A lovely bolt hole, with country walks and trails. But close to Portsmouth Royal Naval Dockyard, Chichester. There are some lovely sights to see and days out to enjoy. Location is perfect. The property has everything you need, ensuite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. Home from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic place to stay.
The barn is beautiful and full of character. It was a great place to stay and very spacious for our group of 8. It was very well equipped. The bedrooms are very comfortable with beautiful bed linen and ensuite bathrooms. The only suggestion that I have is that it would be a good idea if the two bedrooms with baths only, to have shower attachments.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie P., hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage - Everything you need
Our party was 3 generations - 7 adults 1 babe and a hound we had a chilled long weekend at Orchard Barn, plenty of room for all to have together time and quiet away from it all time. Garden safe for both the toddler and the dog - the more amongst us enjoyed running the local roads/trails and boot camps in the garden. The cottage facilities are brilliant the kitchen very well equipped. Bedrooms spacious and comfortable - all ensuite 2 upstairs with baths and the 2 downstairs with showers - one a full wetroom. Definitely one of our best cottage bookings we have had over our many years of holidays in the UK.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property - very spacious and well-equipped.
The host popped round to ensure everything was satisfactory. The property was very roomy and comfortable. The two downstairs en-suite bedrooms make this an ideal let for a family with older or disabled members. The gardens are secure and sunny with plenty of outdoor furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property, beautifully clean & super well equipped.
Lovely, spacious converted barn which had plenty of room for our family group of 8 adults & 1 baby. 4 double en-suite bedrooms & great communal spaces to be together or in smaller groups. So well equipped for a rental property too. Host was super helpful with local information prior to our stay & an added touch of flowers, biscuits a bottle of bubbles. Highly recommend & would happily stay again .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Barn converted to a high standard.
Very comfortable, well equipped and great space for everyone. Wonderful walks and such a peaceful setting. Sally was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

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