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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, a view of the outdoors, and a painting on the wall.
A wicker sofa with cushions, a glass-top table, and a decorative vase.
A patio with outdoor furniture, a covered grill, and a decorative lantern.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, a coffee table, and a sofa.
A dining area with a glass table surrounded by chairs, large windows, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1011 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Chichester, West Sussex
  • Place, Chichester Harbour National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chichester Harbour
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bosham Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chichester

This cottage places you within a leisurely stroll of Chichester Harbour and Chichester Harbour National Landscape. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Chichester Harbour National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Chichester Harbour - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bosham Church - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 19 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chirchester Bosham Station - 16 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Anchor - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

This charming early century cottage is the perfect blend of original features and modern conveniences. The hosts at Blacksmiths have just completed a facelift including recruiting a new specialist cleaning team so guests can look forward to a comfortable stay.
The large kitchen is furnished with everything you will need to comfortably self-cater during your stay. The kitchen includes oven, hob, freezer, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a comfortable seating area overlooking the well maintained and tranquil garden. On warmer days there is a BBQ outside with plenty of outside seating and a shed at the bottom of the garden where you can store your bikes.
At the front of the house is a large cosy living area with a TV and a wood burner, the perfect room to snuggle down after a day of walking around Bosham harbour or even shopping in the nearby Chichester city centre.

This property has 4 bedrooms, a master bedroom with a super king bed and a shower room en suite, 2 king size rooms (1 with a single sofa bed which can be used if requested) and a bunk bed room with an extra pull out bed ( This bed is for the tenth person and can be put in any bedroom and must be requested). The family bathroom is on the top floor and has a bath and separate shower.
There is plenty of parking for two cars. Wifi is available.
Please note smoking or lit candles are not permitted in the house.

The house is situated to the east of Bosham which is a quaint village on the Hampshire/Sussex boarder. From the house you can walk to the shore within a few minutes passing through the village itself which is charming and has a collection of sweet little independent shops and two wonderful pubs, The Barclay Arms and The Anchor Bleu which are well worth a try.

If you venture into Chichester you will find a wonderful array of both independent and high street shops and boutiques. If you really fancy a treat book yourself a table at Purchases for a fabulous meal or just cocktails.

For a great day out you can easily reach Portsmouth Historic Dockyard or The Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, home of BBC's The Repair Shop, both places are great fun for any age group. There is outlet shopping, cinema complex and bowling at GunWharf Quays which you can easily reach by car or train from Emsworth. For something a little different you can book seal watching boat trips from Hayling Island or hire kayaks from Emsworth Marina.

Access to the races and Goodwood Motor Circuit is really easy from Emsworth making Brook House the perfect location for when you are attending The Festival of Speed, Glorious Goodwood or The Revival.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Blacksmiths Cottage a Cottage That Sleeps 9 Guests in 4 Bedrooms
538261

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Chichester, a short 8-minute walk from Chichester Harbour and also 13 minutes on foot from Chichester Harbour National Landscape. You'll also find Chichester Cathedral and Chichester Festival Theatre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this cottage, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a beach.

Does Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Southampton (SOU), which is 28.7 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Yes, every cottage at Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms comes with a balcony.

Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely roomy house in an excellent location. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great accommodation

Overall, our stay exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described. Very comfortable for our group of 7, including two kids and a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Excellent location

Ucky to have good weather for all 7 days, sat in the garden every afyernoon and had a few bottles
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon S.

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

Well located

Short break with the family. plenty of space and well located for the village and harbour. Could have been cleaner but overall a very pleasant few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great family home

Very clean and well appointed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing cottage, location, comfortable beds and a lovely cleaner

Kerry the cleaner was the most helpful wonderful lady; who ensure the home beautiful clean, Christmas decs for the children and helpful via text, cottage was beautiful, everything you need for a holiday home! Beds were super comfy! Kitchen was fully kitted :) we couldn’t have asked for a better home for your stay x
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous stay

We had a wonderful weekend stay at the Blacksmiths Cottage. It was spotlessly clean and had very generous sized rooms - we never even used the second sitting room! The kitchen had everything we needed and was perfect for group suppers. And the comfy large couches and the fireplace in the sitting room made our evenings in perfect. The house is also an easy walk from the station and only a minute from the nearest pub. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elaine B.

A handy comfortable stay but could do with appliance instructions and up to date bin rota.

Blacksmiths Cottage handy to the pub and walks. Garden lawn cut but borders like a jungle. Comfortable place to stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elaine H.

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

Xmas

Property was lovely. It would have been nice to have some Xmas Dec other than one small tree in the Lounge!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Well equipped and very comfortable

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, we had a few issues towards the end of the week but these were very quickly sorted by Charlotte. I would certainly return and recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

peter s.

Enjoyed our stay but a few problems at the start

Loved this clean warm large cottage .Best beds ever. Everything on hand in the kitchen Few problems No Christmas Decorations had to go and buy a tree/lights etc as had our family & great grandchildren visiting and seemed sad with nothing show at Christmas NOTE ! No room in our car to bring any from home. Also arrived to no logs/wood or matches to start a fire.A small amount would have been a help Also would have liked a DVD player for the children's Xmas DVD presents .Really do need instruction book for the ovens Lovely & modern but needed help to work it
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding holiday!!

Just had the most wonderful stay at Blacksmiths Cottage. The house was immaculately clean, very well maintained, spacious (enough for two families), warm and cosy and the beds and sofas were super comfy. The kitchen had everything needed for a pleasant stay, we literally didn’t need anything! It was nice to see the housekeeper also left her number on the blackboard should we need her! The garden was lovely and private and backs on to a quiet playing field which was a welcome surprise for kids! The house is also superbly located in a very quiet and peaceful sailing village in Old Bosham and a short walk away from the beautiful idillic estuary. When the tide is in the views are phenomenal. Loads of lovely walks to do as well! We ate at the Berkeley Arms & Anchor Bleu which were both very welcoming and dog friendly too, they even cooked them meals! For a bit of top nosh also try the MillFarm hotel too. The property is very close to GoodWood, the cathedral city of Chichester and the West & East Wittering beaches so plenty of things to thoroughly enjoy. Everything we needed was in the welcome pack or available online. Communication with Henry Adams was very professional and flowed easily. Would highly recommend and we’re very much looking forward to visiting again when we’re in the area.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Keith W.

Sad to see the deterioration

We stayed in this house several years ago and it was lovely. It is a shame that it is being left to deteriorate by lax cleaning and lack of maintenance. It seemed to us that the cleaners do the bare minimum of a quick wipe over of the main surfaces and that everything else has been left for months, or maybe years. We had to wash the cutlery tray ourselves before we could use it and discovered that the drawer underneath was full of crud. The oven hasn't been cleaned for a long time. The bins were covered in muck. The inside of the fridge and freezer had a layer of dirt. All the doors and skirting boards, radiators, windowsills and stairs were covered in layers of dust. The hoover hasn't been under the bed for a long time. The fireplaces were filthy, as were the drawers in the divan. There were cobwebs in all the corners and on ornaments. It all needs a serious deep-clean. As far as maintenance goes, there were several things broken or needing attention, such as the downstairs toilet seat, one of the blinds in the bedroom, the light over the shower and the paintwork everywhere. Some things were rusty, such as the light over the dining table and several door hinges. Some of the windows were draughty, despite being double-glazed. The floorboards upstairs were loose and broken, especially in the landing and the children's bedroom.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben eine wunderschöne Woche im Blacksmith Cottage verbracht. Das Haus ist perfekt ausgestattet und entspricht zu 100 % der Beschreibung.Zu erwähnen sind neben den vier Schlafzimmer, die beiden Wohnzimmer und die riesige Küche, die über alle Annehmlichkeiten und Ausstattungen verfügte. Besonders gemütlich machen es die Kaminöfen in den Wohnräumen.Besonders hervorheben möchten wir die aussergewöhnliche, nette und freundliche Betreuung durch das Team von Henry Adams, dafür unseren ausdrücklichen Dank!!! Wir kommen auf alle Fälle sehr, sehr gerne wieder.Wer das britische Landleben mag, wird dieses Haus lieben, welches perfekt zum kleinen Hafen von Bosham gelegen ist. Binnen weniger Fussminuten erreicht man den kleinen Ortskern. Der lokale Pub, das Berkley Arms, ist nur rund 100m vom Haus entfernt und lädt zum abendlichen Besuch ein.Es war eine wunderschöne Woche!!We spent a wonderful week at Blacksmith Cottage. The house is perfectly equipped and exactly as described.In addition to the four bedrooms, the two living rooms and the spacious kitchen deserve special mention – the kitchen offered every comfort and amenity one could wish for. The wood-burning stoves in the living areas made the house feel especially cosy.We would like to express our heartfelt thanks for the exceptionally kind, friendly and attentive support provided by the Henry Adams team – truly outstanding!We will most definitely be delighted to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Blacksmith's Cottage

We had a great time at Blacksmith's Cottage in Bosham. The cottage was well positioned in the village with only a 5 minute walk to the quay. It was comfortable and well equipped with plenty of space in the all the rooms downstairs & good size airy bedrooms upstairs. The garden was well kept with plenty of furniture and equipment for enjoying it
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beverley C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Our experience

The property was lovely on the surface but as we looked closer there was a lot that was unfinished ie repairing of water leak on walls, outside porch needed repairing. Disappointed that there were no details about what to do, where to go in the area and instructions on how to use the electrical equipment were sadly non existent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great house in a wonderful location

I booked this house for my 60th so I could have all my family together. 8 adults and a baby. Unfortunately due to the pandemic I needed to move the holiday by 12 months. Henry Adams were brilliant. So professional but also personal. Answered my emails very quickly and professionally. The house was just perfect for us all. It’s larger than it looks in the photos and everyone loved it. Family stayed for 3 nights and then just myself the hubby for 4 nights. As a family we spent most of our time in the kitchen and outside. The garden is stunning, we were very lucky to be there when the bluebells were out and the garden furniture is great as plenty of seating. At the end of the garden is a locked gate which you can go through straight into the park, perfect for the swings. We loved the area, plenty of walking. The house is about a 12 min walk to the water front and we had a lovely family meal at the anchor blue. Also lots of drinks there, it’s a beautiful setting. We went to west wittering beach, Isle of Wight on the hovercraft, Kingsley vale to see the yews, Chichester, west dean gardens and best of all Weald and downland outdoor museum. A brilliant week in a wonderful family house and garden.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

claudio l.

Price/performance ratio does not match!

Unfortunately, - Lack of maintenance. - instructions in booklet should be revised - alarm system unreliable - letter box damaged - water damage in kitchen - etc. Therefore the price is far to high.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Greg c.

Lovely house. Lovely location. Lovely weather.

Lovely house. Comfortable beds. Great location. Minor hiccough with outside bins not being put out by previous renters so full up. Easily remedied and not enough to spoil a great holiday. I am missing the ice cream from the van on the harbour.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Bosham

A clean, well equipped house in a great location. Close to shops, sea, railway station and great pub.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cleanliness issues

Blacksmiths Cottage, Bosham is a spacious, well equipped house in a great location. However, the last time we stayed there in 2019 we had serious concerns about many cleanliness issues which we conveyed at the time and for which the company apologised. We had hoped that these issues would be in the past, especially in the current Covid situation but unfortunately we discovered that they persist. On arrival the entrance to the house is dirty and unkempt, with cobwebs everywhere, two ancient milk bottles on the step covered in bird poo, and a post box crammed with yellowing leaflets. Incidentally the access instructions say the key box is by the side door – it is actually beside the front door. In the kitchen the inside of the oven door was covered in food splashes. The microwave was also really smelly and dirty inside. The hob splashback had many grease spots all over it. We had to clean all these before use. The widows in the dining area are badly in need of cleaning inside and out; when the sun was out it was difficult to see through them! Upstairs the first thing we saw in the master bedroom was a badly crumpled and torn vallance which was too small for the bed. There was no bedsheet, but the vallance was being used as the sheet. On stripping the bed at the end of our stay we were horrified to find the mattress topper was stained and had no mattress protector, also two of our pillows and two of the pillows in the other bedroom we were using had no pillow protectors – surely this should be a very important hygiene precaution. The toilet surface under the seat hinges was stained with, presumably, urine. In the front bedroom we found a used cotton bud on the floor next to the chest of drawers. The access arrangements said the gardener would call once a week. We saw no evidence of this and the garden, which is potentially a lovely feature of the property, was badly overgrown and weedy. Being told that we could not access the property until 4pm because of ‘deep cleaning’ reassured us beforehand but I’m afraid that the standard of cleaning falls far below our expectations and I believe those of most normal people. Doesn’t anyone from the company inspect holiday properties from time to time? It is a great shame that what could be a really nice holiday property is let down by these issues, and in the current situation cleanliness is more important than ever so it is very concerning when even basic standards aren’t met.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely cottage for a long weekend break

The cottage was really well equipped. it was nice and clean. Bosham is a lovely little village with gorgeous views over the estuary and good walks nearby and near great places to visit (Fishbourne / Chichester, West Wittering beach). We'd gladly stay again,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Excellent

A very nice and well equipped property. A lovely garden and very comfortable furnishings. Brilliant location. Some small maintenance needed e.g. loose floorboards, doorknobs etc. However would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Susie A.

Great family house for exploring beautiful Bosham

This is a great house - well kitted out for family life. Nice garden (though a little overgrown with brambles and nettles) with direct access to playground behind. Good location to explore Bosham and the surrounding area. It felt very spacious and luxurious! A great week!