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Angela H.
4 March 2024
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Apartment
Keeper's Lodge A Dog Friendly Escape To The Country
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Forestside, England
- Stansted Park3 min drive
- Goodwood Motor Circuit16 min drive
- Goodwood Racecourse18 min drive
- Chichester (QUG-Chichester - Goodward)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Keeper's Lodge A Dog Friendly Escape To The Country
Keeper's Lodge is a purpose built, modern ground floor apartment in a stunning rural location.
Expect a warm welcome and a selection of freshly prepared home made cakes and biscuits on arrival. We welcome well behaved dogs (max 2) to this perfect location to explore the beautiful West Sussex and Hampshire countryside and coastline.
Note: Keeper's Retreat is available at the same location. (see separate listing).
Enjoy complete privacy and peace in the stylish open plan interior.
The apartment is tastefully finished to the highest standard and offers modern and user friendly facilities throughout. Enjoy high thread count cotton bed linen and ample towels, free Wi-Fi and modern flat screen Free-sat smart TV (150 channels), a practical and modern kitchen with an electric oven, hob, fridge and microwave.
Stay cosy with easy to control underfloor heating. The bathroom boasts
a generous walk in shower and heated towel rail. Enjoy direct access through French doors to a pretty secluded patio and lawn to complete this intimate and secluded space.
A welcome pack of tea and coffee and all those cupboard and fridge basics awaits your arrival. Should you require any specific provisions, celebratory champagne or need to personalise your visit in some way we are very happy to discuss this with you prior to your visit (additional charges may apply).
We pride ourselves on a consistently high standard of cleanliness and make sure your relaxation and enjoyment are our priority. We are on hand 24/7 to answer any questions or advise/direct you during your stay.
Your booking includes one free parking space (any parking required for additional vehicles during your stay must be agreed prior to arrival ) Electric gates provide added security.
This is the ideal place to enjoy a special occasion or a trip to the world renown Goodwood Estate for 'The Festival of Speed ','The Goodwood Revival' or the many horse racing events. Other popular nearby attractions include Chichester Festival Theatre, The Weald and Down Land Living Museum, West Dean Gardens, Chichester Harbour and Portsmouth Dockyard. (home of HMS Victory). Explore on foot or cycle in The South Downs National Park or neighbouring Stansted Estate or visit the beautiful coastline, beaches, nature reserves and many surrounding historic towns and villages.
Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum of 2 small dogs or one no bigger than a Labrador) do make sure you add them when making your booking (we make a small charge but they will be spoilt as much as you).
Please be aware your dog must never be left unattended in the apartment or garden during your stay.
We provide secure storage for bicycles by prior arrangement.
With regret we are unable
to accommodate children under 18.
Strictly no smoking.
Expect a warm welcome and a selection of freshly prepared home made cakes and biscuits on arrival. We welcome well behaved dogs (max 2) to this perfect location to explore the beautiful West Sussex and Hampshire countryside and coastline.
Note: Keeper's Retreat is available at the same location. (see separate listing).
Enjoy complete privacy and peace in the stylish open plan interior.
The apartment is tastefully finished to the highest standard and offers modern and user friendly facilities throughout. Enjoy high thread count cotton bed linen and ample towels, free Wi-Fi and modern flat screen Free-sat smart TV (150 channels), a practical and modern kitchen with an electric oven, hob, fridge and microwave.
Stay cosy with easy to control underfloor heating. The bathroom boasts
a generous walk in shower and heated towel rail. Enjoy direct access through French doors to a pretty secluded patio and lawn to complete this intimate and secluded space.
A welcome pack of tea and coffee and all those cupboard and fridge basics awaits your arrival. Should you require any specific provisions, celebratory champagne or need to personalise your visit in some way we are very happy to discuss this with you prior to your visit (additional charges may apply).
We pride ourselves on a consistently high standard of cleanliness and make sure your relaxation and enjoyment are our priority. We are on hand 24/7 to answer any questions or advise/direct you during your stay.
Your booking includes one free parking space (any parking required for additional vehicles during your stay must be agreed prior to arrival ) Electric gates provide added security.
This is the ideal place to enjoy a special occasion or a trip to the world renown Goodwood Estate for 'The Festival of Speed ','The Goodwood Revival' or the many horse racing events. Other popular nearby attractions include Chichester Festival Theatre, The Weald and Down Land Living Museum, West Dean Gardens, Chichester Harbour and Portsmouth Dockyard. (home of HMS Victory). Explore on foot or cycle in The South Downs National Park or neighbouring Stansted Estate or visit the beautiful coastline, beaches, nature reserves and many surrounding historic towns and villages.
Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum of 2 small dogs or one no bigger than a Labrador) do make sure you add them when making your booking (we make a small charge but they will be spoilt as much as you).
Please be aware your dog must never be left unattended in the apartment or garden during your stay.
We provide secure storage for bicycles by prior arrangement.
With regret we are unable
to accommodate children under 18.
Strictly no smoking.
Property manager
Mrs Nicky Cross
Languages
English
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Rowlands Castle
Located in Rowlands Castle, this apartment is in a rural area. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Stanstead House Sussex are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include West Sussex Falconry and Bishop's Palace Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Goodwood Motor Circuit or Goodwood Racecourse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Forestside, England
What's nearby
- Stansted Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- West Sussex Falconry - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
- Goodwood Motor Circuit - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
- Goodwood Racecourse - 18 min drive - 19.6 km
- West Wittering Beach - 37 min drive - 27.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Stags Head - 6 min drive
- Chandlers - 10 min drive
- The Cricketers - 5 min drive
- Spice Cottage - 6 min drive
- Heron - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Julia H.
26 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment
Julia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pete K.
20 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Pete K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mrs Nicky Cross
Hi everyone I am Nicky and together with my husband Peter we host Keeper's Retreat and Keeper's Lodge. I have been lucky enough to live in this area all my life and we have lived in Keeper's house adjacent to our apartments for over twenty years. We love sharing our home with our many visitors and have taken great pride in making our accommodation everything you would expect from an elegant and stylish country retreat. Our many guests appear to love it so far but we are never complacent. We continue to learn and strive on an ongoing basis to improve our visitor experience.
Why they chose this property
Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park and immediately adjacent to the beautiful Stansted Estate. This Idyllic rural setting provides a real 'Escape to the Country' and yet is deceptively close to an array of great places to visit. You can relax and unwind knowing so many interesting and beautiful things to see are just a few minutes drive away.
This is the perfect dog friendly base for exploring the Hampshire and West Sussex countryside and coastline. A walking and cycling haven close to Chichester and Portsmouth and a popular spot for the world renown Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival enthusiasts.
Keeper's Lodge is secreted adjacent to our own recently renovated 1920's farm cottage, a completely independent and purpose built building which houses both Keeper's Retreat(first floor) and the ground floor apartment Keeper's Lodge. It comfortably accommodates two people and is the ideal spot for a romantic short break or longer holiday.
Enjoy complete privacy and peace in the lodge's stylish and open plan interior. Modern and super-insulated you are kept cosy warm in winter and cool and comfortable in summer. Tastefully finished to the highest standard and offering modern and user friendly facilities throughout, we have incorporated everything you need to make your holiday as comfortable and enjoyable as it should be.
This is the ideal place to enjoy a special occasion or a trip to the world renown Goodwood Estate for 'The Festival of Speed ','The Goodwood Revival' or the many horse racing events. Other popular nearby attractions include Chichester Festival Theatre, The Weald and Downland Living Museum, West Dean Gardens, Chichester Harbour and Portsmouth Dockyard. (home of HMS Victory). Explore on foot or cycle in The South Downs National Park and Stansted Country Estate or visit the beautiful coastline, beaches, nature reserves and many surrounding historic towns and villages.
This is the perfect dog friendly base for exploring the Hampshire and West Sussex countryside and coastline. A walking and cycling haven close to Chichester and Portsmouth and a popular spot for the world renown Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival enthusiasts.
Keeper's Lodge is secreted adjacent to our own recently renovated 1920's farm cottage, a completely independent and purpose built building which houses both Keeper's Retreat(first floor) and the ground floor apartment Keeper's Lodge. It comfortably accommodates two people and is the ideal spot for a romantic short break or longer holiday.
Enjoy complete privacy and peace in the lodge's stylish and open plan interior. Modern and super-insulated you are kept cosy warm in winter and cool and comfortable in summer. Tastefully finished to the highest standard and offering modern and user friendly facilities throughout, we have incorporated everything you need to make your holiday as comfortable and enjoyable as it should be.
This is the ideal place to enjoy a special occasion or a trip to the world renown Goodwood Estate for 'The Festival of Speed ','The Goodwood Revival' or the many horse racing events. Other popular nearby attractions include Chichester Festival Theatre, The Weald and Downland Living Museum, West Dean Gardens, Chichester Harbour and Portsmouth Dockyard. (home of HMS Victory). Explore on foot or cycle in The South Downs National Park and Stansted Country Estate or visit the beautiful coastline, beaches, nature reserves and many surrounding historic towns and villages.
What makes this property unique
A welcome pack of tea and coffee, home made cakes/biscuits and all those cupboard basics to get you started awaits your arrival. We welcome well behaved dogs. He/she will be as well catered for as his/her humans. It is obvious we have a soft spot for our four legged guests. A holiday dog bed, complimentary treats and a secure garden await. It is as much their holiday as it is yours! (maximum two small dogs or one medium/large no bigger than a Labrador) A small additional fee applies so don't forget to tick the appropriate box when booking your stay.
We pride ourselves on meticulous standards of cleanliness. We personally attend to all the necessary cleaning and maintenance. This guarantees consistency to the highest standard that you won't find in any chain hotel.
With hard floors throughout and the strictest of cleaning regimes we are able to present every guest with an apartment that feels loved, new and fresh.
We are on hand 24/7 to answer any questions or advise/direct you during your stay.
Your booking includes one free parking space (any parking required for additional vehicles must be agreed prior to arrival ) Electric gates provide added security.
Enjoy the intimate space and the pretty secluded (dog-proof) patio garden and lawn surrounded by mature planting and furnished with comfortable garden seating .
The apartment has easy to control under floor heating. A beautiful Victorian king size bed and generous walk in shower. A well equipped modern kitchen with electric cooker, hob, microwave, fridge, fine China dinner service and even a slow cooker.
Enjoy high thread count cotton bed linen and ample towels, free Wi-Fi and modern flat screen Free-sat smart TV (150 channels).
With regret we are unable to accommodate children under 18 .
Strictly no smoking.
We can provide secure storage for bicycles by prior arrangement.
We pride ourselves on meticulous standards of cleanliness. We personally attend to all the necessary cleaning and maintenance. This guarantees consistency to the highest standard that you won't find in any chain hotel.
With hard floors throughout and the strictest of cleaning regimes we are able to present every guest with an apartment that feels loved, new and fresh.
We are on hand 24/7 to answer any questions or advise/direct you during your stay.
Your booking includes one free parking space (any parking required for additional vehicles must be agreed prior to arrival ) Electric gates provide added security.
Enjoy the intimate space and the pretty secluded (dog-proof) patio garden and lawn surrounded by mature planting and furnished with comfortable garden seating .
The apartment has easy to control under floor heating. A beautiful Victorian king size bed and generous walk in shower. A well equipped modern kitchen with electric cooker, hob, microwave, fridge, fine China dinner service and even a slow cooker.
Enjoy high thread count cotton bed linen and ample towels, free Wi-Fi and modern flat screen Free-sat smart TV (150 channels).
With regret we are unable to accommodate children under 18 .
Strictly no smoking.
We can provide secure storage for bicycles by prior arrangement.
Languages:
English
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