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Nestled in the peaceful West Sussex countryside, this stylish shepherd’s hut offers couples a cosy and romantic escape just a short stroll from the village pub. Nature enthusiasts will adore a visit to the WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, where wetlands, lakes and abundant birdlife await.
Just 4 miles away, the historic town of Arundel beckons with its castle, independent shops, galleries, cafés and antique stores. Browse for unique souvenirs, take a leisurely coffee break, or savour lunch in a charming setting before exploring the town’s scenic riverside walks.
For a day filled with excitement, head 9 miles to the legendary Goodwood Estate, where you can experience thrilling horse racing or one of its world-famous annual events, such as the Festival of Speed or Goodwood Revival. For a day at the seaside, the beaches of the south coast are less than 5 miles from home.
Step inside this U-shaped shepherd’s hut and into the welcoming open-plan lounge, kitchen, and diner where green walls set the tone and whitewashed wooden ceilings feature overhead. The sofa and armchairs are arranged around a crackling wood burner and a Smart TV with Netflix, perfect for chilly evenings.
The well-equipped kitchen includes a breakfast bar with stools, ideal for casual meals or a morning coffee. The property sleeps four across two wonderfully inviting king-size bedrooms and is served by a contemporary shower room finished with stylish, green tiles.
Outside, the fully enclosed garden is a haven for fun and relaxation. Gather under the covered decked area with patio heaters, sofa-style seating, and a 100-inch cinema screen for movie nights under the stars.
Unwind in the wood-fired hot tub or sauna, or share the magic of evenings around the firepit. Private parking for one car ensures a hassle-free stay from the moment you arrive.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Dog-Friendly 2-Bedroom Hot Tub Cottage in Arundel, with real driving times.
Sat nav: PO21 1JJ
A famous seaside holiday camp at the east end of Bognor Regis promenade, with a story going back to 1960.
Butlins Bognor Regis is a seaside holiday resort on the West Sussex coast, at the east end of the promenade in Bognor Regis. Billy Butlin opened the camp in 1960, moving in the amusement park and zoo he had already run in the town.
Sat nav: BN17 5LL
A family amusement park right on Littlehampton beach, with outdoor rides, indoor soft play and a pirate escape room.
Harbour Park is a children's amusement park on the beach at Littlehampton, next to the working harbour and marina. It has been a family fixture since 1932 and is aimed mainly at primary school children. Outdoor rides run seasonally, and there are also arcades and an indoor soft play area, so it works whatever the weather.
Tip: Rides only open on certain dates and times, so check the opening times calendar on the Harbour Park website before you go.
Sat nav: BN18 9AB
A restored medieval castle in West Sussex with grand rooms, themed gardens and a hilltop folly nearby.
Arundel Castle is a restored and remodelled medieval castle in West Sussex. Roger de Montgomery began work on it around 1067, and it later survived a siege during the Civil War before being restored by successive Dukes of Norfolk. Inside, the rooms include the Baronial Hall and a suite of state rooms remodelled for a visit by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
Sat nav: PO1 3PY
Step aboard Nelson's flagship from the Battle of Trafalgar and see how Georgian sailors lived at sea.
HMS Victory is the 104-gun wooden warship that served as Admiral Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. She now sits in dry dock at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, where you can step aboard and explore the decks where sailors ate, slept, worked and fought.
Tip: Tickets can be bought online through the Royal Navy Museums website, so it's worth sorting them before you set off.
Sat nav: PO19 3QR
The largest Roman home in Britain, with the UK's biggest collection of mosaics still in their original place.
Fishbourne Roman Palace sits about 1½ miles west of Chichester. Built around AD 75, it is the largest known Roman residential palace north of the Alps, and its footprint was bigger than Buckingham Palace's. Much of it has been excavated and preserved, with an on-site museum alongside.
Tip: Head for the north wing first to see the Dolphin mosaic, and check the official website for current opening times, tours, café and dog rules before you go.
Sat nav: PO18 0PX
A Grade I listed Jacobean-core country house, home to the Dukes of Richmond since 1697.
Goodwood House is a Grade I listed country house on the Goodwood estate, near Chichester in West Sussex. It is built around a Jacobean house dating to 1617, with wings added in the eighteenth century, and has been the main seat of the Dukes of Richmond since 1697.
Sat nav: PO18 0PH
A historic racing circuit on the Goodwood estate, with vintage-dress Revival racing and driving experiences.
Goodwood Motor Circuit is a historic motorsport venue on the Goodwood estate near Chichester, in West Sussex. The 2.367-mile track completely encircles Chichester/Goodwood Airport, and it began life as the perimeter track of RAF Westhampnett, a Second World War airfield.
Tip: Check the Motor Circuit Diary on the Goodwood website before you go to see what is running.
Sat nav: PO19 1QA
A Norman and Gothic cathedral with a medieval spire, a free-standing bell tower and modern art.
Chichester Cathedral sits in the centre of the old Roman city of Chichester, beneath the South Downs. Founded as a cathedral in 1075, it has fine Norman and Gothic architecture. Two features are unique among England's medieval cathedrals: a free-standing bell tower and double aisles. Its spire is the third tallest in England.
Tip: Book ahead for a Spire Visit, a guided tour of about 45 minutes that includes climbing winding staircases.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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