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A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a view of a lake through large glass doors.
Outdoor dining
A neatly made bed with a tray of croissants and coffee cups, a green knitted blanket, and two bedside lamps.
Living area
A wooden exterior with a textured black door and windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Colgate, England
  • Place, High Weald
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪87 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Horsham

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of High Weald, this vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Holmbush Paintball. The vacation home includes a patio and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • High Weald - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • South Downs National Park - 29 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Surrey Hills - 31 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Brighton Beach - 45 min drive - 29.1 miles
  • Brighton Pier - 45 min drive - 29.1 miles

Getting around

  • Horsham Littlehaven Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sussex Barn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dragon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frog and Nightgown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪New Friend Chinese Takeaway - ‬7 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.

A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex

Situated on the banks of a beautiful fishing lake and on the edge of the ancient St Leonard's Forest, the Boathouse at Colgate is a tranquil retreat for anyone looking for a relaxing and restorative break.

The building has been lovingly renovated retaining many original features such as wood roof beams and internal wall coupled with handmade furniture and kitchen.

The Boathouse is situated on a working fishing lake so you may see an occasional fisherman across the water but otherwise you will be completely undisturbed. A maximum of two dogs are welcome.


Layout

On the ground floor, the kitchen/diner and sofa area looks out to the sun deck and lake. There is plenty of storage, fast WiFi and a spacious downstairs cloakroom. Upstairs you'll find the cosy attic bedroom with king size bed and ensuite shower and toilet.


Sleeping Arrangements

One bedroom with king size attic bed.


Exterior

The Boathouse sits in its own private garden by the side of the lake. The decking area looks out over the water with plenty of birdlife to watch and is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or your sundowner and everything in between. The garden has dining furniture and a BBQ.


Accessibility

Due to steep steps/stairs and a low bed and sofa, the property is unfortunately not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
The vacation home is heated and features a patio and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a refrigerator, a dishwasher, and an oven.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

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
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Whitevane is a working fishing lake so we ask that you enjoy the peace and quiet and keep noise to a minimum during your stay. Unfortunately there is

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Horsham, close to Nymans, K2 Crawley Leisure Center, and Tilgate Park. You'll also find High Weald and Horsham Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some house include a lake view and free WiFi.

Does A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is 12.4 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Farnborough (FAB), which is around 25.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex?

Yes, every house at A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

A peaceful waterside retreat in the heart of Sussex Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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8/10 Good

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is without doubt a really lovely little bolt hole. Peaceful and beautiful. At the time of year we visited the paths were muddy and filled with huge puddles. Boots/wellingtons and definitely a torch would have been useful. Also the bedroom is small and the bed is more or less at floor level which was quite difficult to negotiate. Having said that the boathouse is very well put together and the view is so tranquil.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025