Lavender Lodge
A COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT
Tucked away in the West Sussex countryside close to the historic town of Arundel, Lavender lodge is a small but perfectly formed getaway for two. Sitting adjacent to the owner’s 400 year old country cottage in the picturesque hamlet of Wepham, the Lodge enjoys an enchanting position on the edge of the South Downs. Within a 5 minute country walk is the equally pretty village of Burpham with its beautiful 11th century Village Church and The George at Burpham, an idyllic country gastro pub servicing wonderful food and local ales. Lavender lodge makes an ideal base for exploring the rolling hills of the South Downs as well as the stunning town of Arundel, being just a few minutes’ drive away. Being just over an hour away from the bustle of London, the lodge is ideally situated for relaxing in complete peace and quiet.
WHERE WE ARE
Small Village Charm
Sitting beside a row of Grade II listed cottages in Wepham, this newly built self catering lodge / studio in the South Downs has a lovely open plan style, comprising a main living area with zip-link super king bed, sitting dining area with flat screen TV, a separate well-equipped kitchenette, and a shower room. The stunning garden being the pride and joy of the owners, is shared with the guests and contains a a small secluded area reserved exclusively for guests. It is easily possible to walk directly from the garden to the George at Burpham, just a gentle stroll over the fields.
YOUR STAY
Lavender Lodge accommodates up to 2 persons and is accessed by a short flight of steps with a handrail down to the ground floor level. Internally the lodge is all on the same floor. Luxurious comforts are throughout the lodge and the kitchen is stocked with essentials for your arrival. Parking is available for Lavender Lodge guests on the driveway next to the property.
AMENITIES
Private location
The lodge is discreetly tucked away with a private entrance. The owners encourage their guests to make use of the beautifully maintained gardens and facilities.
Super king or twin
Top quality hotel grade mattresses, crisp white lined and bath-size fluffy white towels are provided for guests use. Beach towels available on request. The zip-link bed is made up as a super king as standard, however twin beds can be configured by prior arrangement.
Utility room
Separate from the lodge is a utility room and garden which is shared with the owners. The utility room contains freezer space, washing machine, tumble dryer and a coat stand for drying wet coats
Parking
Guests have access to parking on the driveway next to the property. An additional space can be arranged on request.
Amenities
The kitchen has a single fan oven, electric 4 ringed hob, fridge, kettle, toaster, microwave and coffee machine. Hairdryer, iron, ironing board, dressing gowns & slippers, Dyson hot and cool fan, board games and cards.
Local information
We provide extensive guest information about the local area. The South Downs is renowned for its walking trails, mountain biking, fishing, wine tours and just relaxing.
- Complimentary groceries and provisions
- Hotel grade mattresses
- Fluffy white towels
- Air Conditioning
- Flat screen TV
- Wifi
- Maximum stay 14 nights
OUT AND ABOUT
Lavender Lodge is an ideal base for exploring the South Downs National Park, West Sussex Beaches, the historic towns of Brighton, Chichester and not least, Arundel, just a few minutes drive away, with its beautiful Norman castle being the home of the Duke of Norfolk. On the doorstep of all the events at Goodwood, an English estate like no other - home of Festival of Speed, Qatar Goodwood Festival , the Goodwood Revival and much more. Just over an hour a from London the Lodge ideally situated for relaxing short breaks or stays of even longer to make the most of what is there to enjoy in West Sussex.
The South Downs National Park
Lavender Lodge is an ideal base for exploring the South Downs National Park. From bluebell woods to rolling hills, riversides paths and bustling market towns, the South Downs National Park's landscapes cover miles and miles of breathtaking views and is perfect for walking or cycling or just a beautiful drive through, even on a rainy, windy day.
The Witterings
With a great sweeping expanse of clean flat golden sand and views across the Solent and Chichester harbour, West Wittering is popular with surfers, wind surfers and stand-up paddleboarders alike (you can book lessons or hire equipment here if you fancy giving it a try). In Summer it is popularand worth making an early start though in the winter months you can’t beat a long bracing beach walk to fully experience the natural beauty of the area.
Climping Beach
Located between Littlehampton and Bognor Regis, Climping is a beautiful shingle beach that feels a million miles away from the amusement arcades and crazy golf courses that characterise the more built up areas of the sussex coast line. The unspoilt beauty of Climping has made it popular with walkers and at low tide there is a long expanse of sand just waiting to be explored
The town of Arundel
Just ten minutes away from Lavender Lodge is the picturesque town of Arundel, dominated by its Norman Castle and surrounded by ancient woodlands. Straddling the river Arun, one of the fastest flowing rivers in Europe, Arundel is a gateway to the new South Downs National Park. It has a rich historic and cultural heritage, waiting to be explored.
Weald & Downland Museum
The Weald and Downland Museum is an open-air museum in Singleton, West Sussex. The museum covers 40 acres, with over 50 historic buildings dating from 950AD to the 19th century, along with gardens, farm animals, walks and a mill pond. The BBC TV programme, The Repair Shop, is also located here.