West Sussex accommodation on the South Downs, England
| country: | England |
| location: | South Downs, West Sussex |
| price: | From £35 - £40 per person per night, depending on single or double occupancy |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
description
The property is situated in a rural location just outside the market town of Steyning in West Sussex.
Steyning is a small town surrounded by the South Downs just 6 miles from Shoreham-by-Sea (our nearest train station) 8 miles from Worthing and 12 miles from Brighton. It is a very picturesque town with many timber framed buildings of Tudor and Stuart Tradesmen and has 125 listed buildings. There are many independently owned shops with local artists work, tea rooms and Restaurants.
Being near the South Downs Way and Downs Link we welcome a lot of guests walking or cycling these routes. We provide the essentials that a walker or cyclist may require on completing their task such as lockable bike storage, maps to look at, drying area, puncture repair kit and a big smile! The majority of guests appreciate the peace and quiet no traffic noise or street lighting and on a clear night many, many stars!
You are spoilt for choice of places to visit for a day out there are many local properties with beautiful gardens open to the public, lots of shopping in Horsham and Brighton, local farms and nature reserves to visit, walking and cycling scenic countryside, seaside resorts with award winning beaches and after a day out guests can book in for a Reflexology treatment to relax and unwind after a busy day out, and they can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings.
We are also lucky to have a small strip of ancient woodland but as it is both environmentally fragile and somewhat dangerous underfoot, there has been little choice but to close it to general access. However guests can still view a large part of the woodland from the grassed area of the land and visitors in May are still able to enjoy the sight of a carpet of bluebells, accompanied on the less shady fringes by the vivid yellow or lesser celandines. One or two wood anemones have been reported and there is an extensive patch of inconspicuous wild muscatel. Taken altogether, all these species provide indicators that the area is indeed a fragment of ancient woodland. The wood contains some fine oaks together with; horse chestnut, holly, hawthorn and blackthorn which provide cover, food and nesting facilities for a variety of woodland birds including; both green and greater spotted woodpeckers, nuthatch, chaffinch, greenfinch, cuckoo, great and blue tits and the migratory chiffchaff to mention but a few. We often see Deer and of course lots of rabbits in the garden and there is evidence of badgers as well.
Steyning is a small town surrounded by the South Downs just 6 miles from Shoreham-by-Sea (our nearest train station) 8 miles from Worthing and 12 miles from Brighton. It is a very picturesque town with many timber framed buildings of Tudor and Stuart Tradesmen and has 125 listed buildings. There are many independently owned shops with local artists work, tea rooms and Restaurants.
Being near the South Downs Way and Downs Link we welcome a lot of guests walking or cycling these routes. We provide the essentials that a walker or cyclist may require on completing their task such as lockable bike storage, maps to look at, drying area, puncture repair kit and a big smile! The majority of guests appreciate the peace and quiet no traffic noise or street lighting and on a clear night many, many stars!
You are spoilt for choice of places to visit for a day out there are many local properties with beautiful gardens open to the public, lots of shopping in Horsham and Brighton, local farms and nature reserves to visit, walking and cycling scenic countryside, seaside resorts with award winning beaches and after a day out guests can book in for a Reflexology treatment to relax and unwind after a busy day out, and they can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings.
We are also lucky to have a small strip of ancient woodland but as it is both environmentally fragile and somewhat dangerous underfoot, there has been little choice but to close it to general access. However guests can still view a large part of the woodland from the grassed area of the land and visitors in May are still able to enjoy the sight of a carpet of bluebells, accompanied on the less shady fringes by the vivid yellow or lesser celandines. One or two wood anemones have been reported and there is an extensive patch of inconspicuous wild muscatel. Taken altogether, all these species provide indicators that the area is indeed a fragment of ancient woodland. The wood contains some fine oaks together with; horse chestnut, holly, hawthorn and blackthorn which provide cover, food and nesting facilities for a variety of woodland birds including; both green and greater spotted woodpeckers, nuthatch, chaffinch, greenfinch, cuckoo, great and blue tits and the migratory chiffchaff to mention but a few. We often see Deer and of course lots of rabbits in the garden and there is evidence of badgers as well.
rooms, food and facilities
We have 6 bedrooms: 1 single, 3 twins and 2 doubles all are situated on the first floor. 5 of the rooms have ensuite facilities one of the double rooms has a private bathroom situated outside the bedroom this is not shard with other Guests.
Bramber Room Single room with ensuite bath and shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the back garden and South Downs towards Truleigh Hill.
Ashurst Room Twin room ensuite bath and shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs.
Chanctonbury Room Twin room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the front garden, South Downs and Chanctonbury Ring hence the name of the room!
Wiston Room double room with private shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs and front gardens.
Downlands Room double room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs and front gardens.
Nashe Room Twin room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the back garden and South Downs.
There is also a large landing area with comfortable chairs and sofas. The lounge and dining room are situated on the ground floor with views to the front gardens and south downs. There is a fridge on the first floor with fresh milk for guests use and a selection of herbal teas. Reflexology is available for guests during their stay. We have plenty of information of the local area with maps and suggested walks in Steyning or on the South Downs. Steyning has many restaurants and pubs for evening meals.
By rail: Shoreham-by-Sea is the nearest train station. There are buses and taxis available from this station or we can give you telephone numbers of local taxis. This is about a 15-20 minute journey. A bus will take you to the High Street in Steyning where upon a taxi can take you the rest of the journey.
By air: Gatwick Airport is the nearest airport 25 minutes journey.
Bramber Room Single room with ensuite bath and shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the back garden and South Downs towards Truleigh Hill.
Ashurst Room Twin room ensuite bath and shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs.
Chanctonbury Room Twin room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the front garden, South Downs and Chanctonbury Ring hence the name of the room!
Wiston Room double room with private shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs and front gardens.
Downlands Room double room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the South Downs and front gardens.
Nashe Room Twin room with ensuite shower facilities. TV, Tea/coffee making facilities CD/Radio/Alarm hairdryer all included in the bedroom. Views to the back garden and South Downs.
There is also a large landing area with comfortable chairs and sofas. The lounge and dining room are situated on the ground floor with views to the front gardens and south downs. There is a fridge on the first floor with fresh milk for guests use and a selection of herbal teas. Reflexology is available for guests during their stay. We have plenty of information of the local area with maps and suggested walks in Steyning or on the South Downs. Steyning has many restaurants and pubs for evening meals.
how to find us
By road: We can provide direction from the major road routes A24/A23/A283. We are located down a small lane just off the B2135 Horsham Road.By rail: Shoreham-by-Sea is the nearest train station. There are buses and taxis available from this station or we can give you telephone numbers of local taxis. This is about a 15-20 minute journey. A bus will take you to the High Street in Steyning where upon a taxi can take you the rest of the journey.
By air: Gatwick Airport is the nearest airport 25 minutes journey.
how this holiday makes a difference
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Environment
The accommodation is set within the beautiful Sussex Countryside which we intend to preserve & we are strongly committed to protecting the environment in every aspect of our business. We have introduced as many environment practises within the business as possible & are constantly striving to maintain & improve our eco-friendly measures. Our commitment to the environment is long term & to demonstrate this we have applied for accreditation with the hospitality auditor The Green tourism Business Scheme & have become a member of the Southdown Tourism Sustainable Network. Environmental practise here include recycling tins, plastic, paper, glass, surplus garden waste and cardboard. Water conservation is achieved by only using energy & water saving dishwasher and washing machine when full and only using low temperature washes, also we have a laundry policy for guests giving them the option of using towels & linen for longer. Rain water harvesting is used for plants and vegetables. All toilets are saving 1 litre of water each time they are flushed by the use of dual flush systems or hippos. All waste water is recycled using the newest technology of a Biotec treatment plant thus naturally processing the waste & protecting environment. Cleaning and washing products are eco friendly & in all bathroom toiletries provided are made especially for us using organic essential oils and natural ingredients. All toilet paper is recycled paper. Energy saving is achieved by using 95% low energy bulbs - with a dimmer on the main reception room lights for guests comfort, outside lights have pir sensors. Loft insulation has been upgraded to 10 inches, cavity insulation installed and double glazing throughout. Heating is all fully controlled and zoned allowing us to reduce heating in rooms not in use. All appliances when replaced are chosen for their efficiency by A rated symbol. All our equipment boiler, electrics are regularly serviced to ensure maximum efficiency. We also buy our energy from Eco-tricity ensuring that our energy quota is from a sustainable source. Future intentions are to look into installing solar energy for water heating & even a wind turbine for electricity production. Habitat for wildlife is paramount to us especially as we are custodians of an ancient woodland providing a haven for birds, deer, foxes, badgers and of course rabbits that we take pride in maintaining & enhancing! We also have a small pond for wildlife. A local farmer keeps her sheep in our paddock a natural way to cut the grass. All gardening is organic to protect all wildlife & our water courses. We are very lucky to have a small strip of ancient woodland, but as it is both environmentally fragile and somewhat dangerous underfoot, there has been little choice but to close it to general access. The management of wildlife is a continuing process requiring constant vigilance, and we are keen to play our part in encouraging the local flora and fauna to prosper. We have an active programme of woodland management paying attention to diseased trees, and leaving those that have fallen to provide habitats for insects and fungi. Due to the restricted and fragile nature of the woodland we are unable to give general access but this has attracted three roe deer on a regular basis. Community Purchasing policy supports local businesses where possible such as local Farmers markets, farm shops & small local business persons that will in turn support local business. This also ensures we are minimising the food miles. All plastic bags are kept to the minimum as we use reusable boxes & shopping bags for our shopping. Supporting the local community is important and we are active members of the Southdown Tourism Sustainable Network the first of its kind in the country & support local artists by displaying their pictures. We also grow our own produce within the grounds with a clutch of chickens for the freshest & tastiest of eggs for breakfast! grown salad, soft fruits and vegetables using organic methods & our own compost made from the garden and kitchen waste. Nestling in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty we have some of the best walking & cycling routes & offer a range of local maps, information & free flask filling service and we have joined the Cyclist and Walkers Welcome Scheme. We also encourage the minimal use of your car & details of a local bicycle hire. |
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