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Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs

Cottage in Haslemere with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs provides amenities, such as a garden and babysitting service. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs

The Old Bakery is a luxurious self-contained cottage set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park. It has been voted one of the best Air B&Bs in the UK in 2021!
Guests can enjoy beautiful walks directly from the cottage or visit local villages such as Haslemere, Midhurst, Petworth, Arundel, the South Coast (West Wittering) and Goodwood. You will be spoilt for choices with some excellent pubs and restaurants in the area with the fabulous Duke of Cumberland pub a short walk away.
The space
The Old Bakery is a self contained one bedroom detached cottage . It is finished to a high standard.
It has been designed to be cosy and luxurious in every way helping you to feel it’s a home away from home.
In 2024 we have installed a sustainable ground source heat pump which keeps the place warm at all time .
You'll enjoy 120m2 of space across two generous floors

One the ground floor

Bedroom

The main room has a kingsize bed and a sofa bed.
Guests always comment how comfy the bed is !
A table and chairs for two can also be used as a desk in the main room.
A smart TV can be watched from the sofa or the bed.

Bathroom

The bathroom has a modern shower, separate toilet and dressing room.
We provide the linen, towels, shower gel, shampoo and conditionner.

On the first floor

Kitchen

The kitchen is fully equipped to create an intimate dinner.
The kitchen has an oven , 4 Induction stoves , a fridge, kettle, toaster and coffee machine.
We provide all the essentials.

Dining room

The dining room has a table and chairs for 4 people.

Terrace

Directly outside the entrance is a private terrace with table and chairs overlooking the woods perfect for alfresco dining.
Guest access
The parking is secure and you can park up to two cars, the property is fenced so very secured if you decide to bring your bikes too.
We also have an EV charger , possibility to charge at extra cost.

We live next door, so I can help at most times of the day if required and I can advice on where to eat locally /things to do / local walks/cycle trips.
Other things to note
I am a keen baker and actually love anything to do with food.
I am very happy to help you during your stay with breakfast, Cakes and meat/cheese platter.
Just send me a message and I will give you all the details.
PS: I made some of my guests wedding cake as a last minute request and they were thrilled .

Children are welcome to stay with us but just for you to know we don't have specific equipments for them, ( cot, high chair,...)
My daughter Claudia has babysit few times for our guests, if it is something you would like to do please do ask me and I will put you in touch with her. She is 15 years old and brilliant with little ones.
Natacha

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
For the check out we only ask if you can leave the kitchen clean and tidy ( wash dishes , dry and put them back ) I will deal with the bins . Thank you very much .
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours from 10 pm till 6 am Please remove shoes when inside No candles When out switch the lights off No commercial photography, filming allowed

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Haslemere, Surrey

What's nearby

  • Cowdray Park Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cowdray Castle - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Woolbeding Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • South Downs National Park - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 21 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Haslemere Station - 13 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Noah's Ark Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Halfway Bridge Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hollist Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lickfold Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$303.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Woolbeding Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cowdray Park Golf Club and Cowdray Castle. Cowdray Heritage Trust and Haslemere Educational Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Idyllic Cottage in the heart of The South Downs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul collyer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and well finished property in lovely surroundings. Natacha was an extremely helpful and efficient host. Good base for exploring beautiful surrounding towns and nature sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis W.

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

Lovely getaway

Lovely place, great location, great hoast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish K.

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

Quiet, cosy, well situated for a wedding

We stayed at The Old Bakery for a couple of nights to attend a wedding 20 mins away. I originally considered a hotel until I found this gem. Checkin was easy and didn't require interaction with he owner, secure quiet perfectly spacious with various options nearby if you wish to get a takeaway or dine out. The WiFi is good and no issues encountered. Interacting with the owner Natacha was seamless either over phone or via wassap for the odd item here or there. Would definitely recommend and we would stay again . Sitting outside on private decking in the sun was relaxing and the sounds of nature abundant but not overwhelming .. Enjoy your stay if you choose to stay here ... I don't think anyone would regret it at all ...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025