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Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park

Family-friendly cottage in Worthing

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Patching, Nr Worthing, West Sussex
  • Place, Arundel Castle and Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Littlehampton Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Worthing Pier
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Worthing

Located within a leisurely stroll of South Downs National Park, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of Highdown Gardens. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Highdown Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Arundel Castle and Gardens - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Littlehampton Beach - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Worthing Pier - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Cissbury Ring - 17 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Arundel Station - 7 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Refreshment Rooms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Three Oceans - ‬6 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.

Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park

A delightful countryside holiday cottage in the South Downs National Park, close to Worthing, West Sussex. This traditional brick and flint self-catering holiday cottage boasts 3 bedrooms (a double and two singles), a light, airy kitchen and large garden. You will enjoy a short break or longer stay. Your holiday cottage is on the end of a terrace of three cottages originally built in the 1700's and rebuilt in the 1870's. The location is close to the seat of the Duke of Norfolk in Arundel with Worthing, Brighton and Chichester all within easy reach. We are sited close to the centre of the small village of Patching. The area is designated an area of outstanding natural beauty and is within the South Downs National Park. The countryside and walking is on the doorstep and you will enjoy the sea and beaches within about 3 miles. Wireless broadband internet access is available throughout the property at no additional charge. This is a non smoking property.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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: 4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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

Victorian Brick Flint Cottage South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint Cottage South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint Cottage South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint Cottage in the South Downs National Park
Victorian Brick Flint Cottage in the South Downs National Park

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Worthing within a short 10-minute walk of South Downs National Park. You'll also find East Preston Beach and Highdown Gardens within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

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

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is about 25.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park?

Yes, every accommodation at Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park comes with a deck.

Victorian brick and flint cottage in the South Downs National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philippa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A charming flint cottage in a lovely location. It suited our needs perfectly and the owner was very helpful.Comfortable and spacious.The only improvement to make would be to sort out the water upstairs; the bath is fine, but the hand held shower is not!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia S., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Victorian Cottage Stay.

Pretty cottage with a garden. Overall was good to have space and facilities such as a washing machine. Cottage well equipped. Downsides for us were steep stairs, so difficult to get suitcases up there and no shower, which was an issue as mobility issues meant using the bath was impossible. (Would have appreciated an alternative of lighter weight duvet or blanket option, as it was extremely hot when we stayed. Also, a couple of fans would have been useful.)Parking space is very limited and a bit of a lottery as to whether there would be space for you - particularly returning to the cottage late evening.Maybe I should have read the property information in more detail! We could see the owner had tried to preserve the Victorian character of the property, but felt this had sacrificed making the downstairs living room more comfortable.Overall, an OK stay, but just not ideal for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Victorian cottage

Lovely garden
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay

This cottage is lovely, we fell in love with the well equipped kitxhen and pantry. The garden qnd house was lovely for our Labrador Gatsby. We went out and explored the downs and the coast everyday. Lovely pub qt end of road. The host is amazing, so friendly and helpful. We plan to come again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tacha c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Second visit!

Second visit to the property, Sara and Neville welcomed us back! Perfect little cottage for a base to visit daughter in Brighton. Would definitely recommend sunday dinner at The Swallows Return, its only about a 5 min drive away. Now planning the third visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay

Pleasant house, comfortable beds, delightful garden, attentive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you!

Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Sims

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Great cottage in the countryside, everything you need for a weekend.for the family, short walk to a good pub and loads of things nearby to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Break

We had a very happy stay in Patching. So lovely to arrive to a warm comfortable house after tiring Friday evening journey. We had everything we needed and we’re very comfortable. Thank you Sara.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little house in a gorgeous rural location

Check in was easy, meeting the owners was lovely and welcome was so warm. The house is perfectly equipped with everything you need and open fire was really special.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

August stay

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Sara was very welcoming and knowledgable and it was in the perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Beautiful cottage with delightful host near great places to visit including beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Patching cottage stay

Ideal rural quiet location with easy access to many dog friendly beaches and other attractions. Old quaint rustic house with many original features and beautiful well maintained gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peacefulness Incarnate

Blown away by the kindness and warmth of the owner. Completely fell in love with the cottage and wanted to stay for a month. Couldn’t be bettered. Will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Peaceful Cottage

I love this cottage. Sara, the owner does such a good job of giving information about the cottage's history. There is even a binder with extensive additional information about the property. I love period dwellings so this was right up my alley. The cottage kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to make your own meals and the garden to the back of the cottage is beautiful. It's dog friendly so that was an additional bonus for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect peaceful patching.

A beautiful cottage tucked away in the little village of patching. The cottage is kept in a traditional way but with all the comforts of home. The garden is glorious and very peaceful , we had a brilliant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing short break

A lovely rustic restoration, with comfortable beds, space to chill out and a wonderful garden to relax in and listen to the birds. Good for self catering. Lots to do locally. Would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

At Last!!

After having to cancel 6 Holidays through covid restrictions, we were at last able to book a getaway! We chose this lovely cottage as it is near to family, perfect position for everything and Dayzee dog loved checking up on the chickens!! Hopefully we'll be back again soon xx

10/10 Excellent

Fre R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little house, lovely host

Sara is a lovely host who genuinely takes care of her guests. The house was clean and throughout very wel taken care of abiding the Covid rules. Sara is there where needed but not overbearing. The only thing missing was a shower but other than that it is pretty much perfect. Would recommend!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen W., Kent

Liked: Cleanliness

Half Term break

A very comfortable and cosy cottage, with everything we needed. It was ideal for the dog, with no carpets to worry about muddy paw prints downstairs, and good walks from the door. A good selection of walk books was in the property to help plan some lovely South Downs rambles, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

stella l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place for a break

We had a lovely couple of days at this cottage. It was perfect for 2 adults, 2 children and our dog. Good walks straight out of the front door and really easy access to dog friendly beaches so we could soak up the sea air. Sara was really helpful and friendly. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely little cottage

A fantastic location for walking . Sara is very helpful too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Harriet D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Had a wonderful 9 days here - was he cottage was perfect for our family of 4 and the garden is beautiful. Will definitely be back
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

elaine h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Sussex cottage

Small but charming with lots of original features. Open fire. Warm. No dedicated parking but some opposite and lay-by if that’s full.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Lovely, traditional !8th C Sussex cottage - the simple pleasures of life

Most charming and hospitable hosts - Sara goes out of her way to ensure that one receives the warmest of welcomes and her cottage is a most agreeable place in which to stay. Very simple and traditional in its furnishing, but all the better for that/ It transports one back to the era and charm of The Railway Children (sans Jenny Agutter, alas) and feels deliciously English in a manner that is all but lost in most comparable houses. Surrounded by rustic beauty but exceedingly close to many of the main attractions of the Sussex coast. A delight in every regard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019