Private indoor pool and hot tub on farm stay.

A perfect space for families seeking a peaceful spa-like retreat with a touch of both luxury and adventure for kid and adults alike.... Spacious 3 bed apartment with private gardens -Relax in a heated indoor pool -BBQ, Indian kadai &fire pit for outdoor cooking -Playground -Book a range of activities: archery, bushcraft, foraging, meet a pony or order a chocolate fondue. No adult events. Kids birthdays a speciality! The space The Pool House is set on a quiet farm in Sussex. Just 30 mins from Gatwick and 1hr 20 from London Victoria/London Bridge, we are ideally placed for Goodwood events (30 mins), touring vineyards, and for exploring the south coast. Built to be an outrageously relaxing retreat- the Pool House offers a wide range of facilities for you to make the most of your time away. All facilities are private so you wont have to share the indoor swimming pool , a new wood fired hot tub (from late autumn 26) set out in the meadows amongst the birds, trees and horses, a private garden where comfy sofas are set under fruit trees, and a meadow complete with playground, fire pit and a range of outdoor games. We also offer a bbq, firepit, pizza oven. If you want activities, we offer a range of add ons from canoeing, archery, bush craft, foraging and meeting the horses. We try to make this a perfect family get away! The Apartment: Accessed by a flight of stairs above the swimming pool, the apartment enjoys beautiful views over gardens, fields, trees and meadows. Once up the stairs you will walk through an entrance hall into the very large sitting room which is equipped with several large and very comfy sofas and lazy boy armchairs to read, play board games (many to chose from in our library/office) or to watch TV (Sky/Netflix). The large velvet sofa changes into a large sofa bed to make sleep arrangements easier! Please let us know if you wish to use this. The sitting room doubles as a dining room with a long oak dining table to comfortably seat 6. Windows open to the east and west for plenty of light to enjoy the morning and evening light. The dining room opens onto a hallway, leading to a newly fitted galley kitchen with a butler sink, large fridge/freezer, oven, grill and all amenities needed to prepare a meal. Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 is a spacious and calm room, east facing with a superking sized bed. Overlooking fields and your private garden, this room is equipped with an inbuilt wardrobe and chest of drawers. Bedroom 2: Right next door to Bedroom 1 is the kids room, so you can keep an eye on them at night! A very cute treehouse bunk bed and many toys, books and a dressing up box to keep your little ones busy. Bedroom 3: This is a double bedroom, complete with beautiful views over the fields and grazing horses. West facing so this room has spectacular views of sunsets. Please note all windows are fitted with window restrictors that you can lock or remove as you wish. Bathrooms: The newly fitted and decorated bathroom offers a large walk- in shower and opposite this bathroom is a utility room with washing machine, sink and a second loo. There is another full bathroom next to the indoor pool There is also dedicated work space/ study with a small library of books and a range of board games for all ages. HEATED INDOOR POOL: Walking down the stairs from the front door and turning right you will go past the Orangerie windows to our beautiful indoor pool (8m by 5m. 2.03 (6.6 ft) at the deep and just 87cm (2ft 1) at the shallow end. For adults it is a perfect place to unwind, with a spa like feel. There is a changing room and a full bathroom with shower. The pool is heated to 27/28C - it can be heated higher on request and for an extra fee, however please note it will not reach ‘baby pool’ temperatures. Through the swimming pool you walk out onto a terrace, complete a dining table and chairs. This terrace directly overlooks the indoor pool so you can watch the kids swim in comfort. A large sun sail hooks to the walls to keep you cool in summer. Steps lead down from the terrace to your private garden and an outdoor sofa and coffee table, shaded by fruit trees. A bbq and fire pit are provided. HOT TUB: From late Autumn 2026 a wood fired hot tub can be heated and waiting for you on arrival (on request). Sited just outside your private garden, the hot tub faces out over the meadows so you can relax in bubbling, steaming water, surrounded by trees and grasses. You can admire the horses , and sometimes deer, grazing nearby while you soak.... We provide wood for your first hot tub- please contact to purchase further bags. ORCHARD, PLAYGROUND AND GAMES.... A small gate leads from the garden- turn left along a path to the fruit orchard, filled with apple, walnut, pears and cherry trees. Here you will find our elephant statue, a playground suitable for younger kids, a variety of outdoor games (Badminton, football net, swing ball,) and an area for building dens! Very popular with the kids…. This is really lovely space overlooking the fields , oak trees and excellent for bird spotting (Buzzards, kestrals, woodpeckers and even a nightingale), wild roe deer, foxes , badgers, owls and butterflies. Sometimes we have glow worms that light the orchard at night. ACTIVITIES AND EXTRAS: You might want to just relax, but if youre looking for some adventure you can book from the following: MEET OUR PONY: Come meet George, our very friendly pony. George has been a therapy pony in the past and is exceptionally gentle and kind to kids. We are not licensed for you to ride or handle George, but you can arrange to meet him and hear all about him! This is not payable- just a fun extra. ARCHERY: Come learn to fire a bow at the archery range in the orchard. Over an hours session with a fully trained, DBS checked instructor you will: - Learn to identify the different parts of the bow and arrow. - Learn how to string and fire your own bow. - Learn about the different distances and rounds shot. -Learn a little of the history of archery * Suitable for 6 years old and above. Saturdays only- book in advance. £25pp. Min 2. BUSHCRAFT: Learn some bushcraft and survival skills. A range of topics include (depending on season and weather!): - identify some common trees and how they are used as bushcraft resources - understand how to find water and make it safe to drink - understand the basic principles of responsible firelighting and fire wood selection - knife safety and use Suitable for 6+ (though younger can be kept busy! ). Saturdays only. Must be booked in advance. Approx 2 hours- £45 per adult and £30 per child. Min group of 2. FORAGING: Forage for edible and medicinal plants. Learn to identify and use some common, and very useful, flora from our fields and woodlands (depending on the season!). We will focus on several key species that you can find in countryside or cities. Recipes will be given and shared so that you can try this at home (safely!). -Suitable for all ages, approx 90 mins. Must be booked in advance. £30 per adult and £20 per child. Min group of 2. CANOEING: Paddle along the Arun river with a local guide to spot kingfishers, herons, buzzards and enjoy the views before stopping for a drink, or lunch, at the pub on the banks of the river. A dreamy way to spend a morning! 15 minute drive. *Sunday mornings only. Booking in advance. Ages from 6+. Min group of 4. All equipment provided. £50 pp for two hour trip- longer trips possible. DBS checked instructor and guide. Please contact for further details and availability. MENU: We now offer food from our 5* hygiene rated kitchen. Book a range of homemade food from our kitchen including chocolate fondues, cakes and a friday night fixed supper- menu on request. USEFUL INFORMATION: Shopping: All major supermarkets are in driving distance (between 5 and 25 mins) and all deliver. We can arrange to receive ready for your arrival. Restaurants: We are surrounded by very idyllic country pubs that offer standard fare at a 10 min radius. To list a few: George and Dragon (Dragons Green) The Countryman (Shipley) The Bat and Ball ( Loxwood) 1010/Blacksmiths arms-family run Italian restaurant. Blue India. An excellent Indian restaurant just 5 minutes away or delivery available. Horsham is full of a wide variety of restaurants at just 15/20 min drive- plenty of family friendly places and some excellent Turkish restaurants. For fine dining: Interlude-. Michelin star with vineyard and homegrown ingredients on the 240 acre Leonardslee estate. Highly recommended-pricey! South Lodge- three exceptional restaurants offering a Michelin star, and three AA rosettes. Excellent spa facilities. The Pig South downs- This is a 30 min drive at Madehurst. This is family friendly with beautiful views and home grown, locally sourced food. Perfect if you are planning at Arundel or at the beach! Vineyards: We are surrounded by many vineyards producing the finest of English wines. We are perfectly situated to sample over 159 different vineyards, including Nyetimber, Nutbourne, Tinwood (my personal favourite), Kinsbrook, Bolney, Wiston... the list goes on! Search online to find suggested routes or to find wine tasting tours. We are happy to recommend! Local attractions and Activities: Arundel and Arundel Castle- 30min drive, Arundel is a must for lovers of history with the castle offering enough to fill an entire day with exceptional gardens and armoury. The town is adorable, full of independent shops, restaurants and cafes. Take a boat trip along the arun, visit the sparkling wine house, explore endless antique shops or walk around the folly, lake and park. Bignor Roman villa: beautiful views across the downs, this is a small but wonderful site if you are into history! Outstanding mosaics, baths and dressing up for kids. 25 min drive. Fishers farm: Award winning, family run adventure farm park offering a huge selection of attractions for younger kids (0-12). Meet the farm animals, scale castles, assault courses, rides, soft play.... 10 minute drive. Q Leisure: Go karting, archery, axe throwing, rifles...... Highly recommended day out with kids or adults. 25 min drive. Parham house: Beautiful Elizabethan house, garden and deer park open to the public. Petworth House: National Trust property with famous art collection and park. Regular exhibitions. Sussex Gliding: Book to take a flight with amazing views over the south downs! British Ballon flights: Setting off from the village next to us, this highly rated company offer early morning flights over the downs (and often landing in our fields....). Loxwood Joust: For those visiting during the summer, this is our local time machine transporting you back in time to watch a medieval joust. Very popular reenactment with music, theatre, demonstrations, shops, bbq. Very very popular with kids! 15 minutes drive. The Spitfire experience: WW2 simulated flying experience. Highly recommended by all ages.10 minute drive. Brighton: A 40 minute drive to the famous seaside town. Here you can explore the quirky lanes, independent shops and visit the Pavilion and pier. Excellent for shopping and a wide range of restaurants. Beaches: We are a 40 minute drive from several excellent beaches. Whether you prefer a wild beach or a more organised beach with facilities, there are several beaches within a reasonable drive. Climping, Littlehampton or 50 minutes from the exceptional golden sands of West Wittering, where you will wonder if you are really in the UK ..... Hospital- closest A&E is Worthing Hospital, Lyndhurst Rd, Worthing BN11 2DH. IMPORTANT RULES- PLEASE READ! By booking you agree to follow the below: POOL: - The pool doors are to remain locked at all times when not in use - Parents are to supervise children at all times. One adult to two kids under age of 8. - No running or diving. The tiles are all non-slip, but can still be slippy when wet. -No glass around the pool. We offer non-breakable glasses. -No drinking when using the pool to avoid accidents. Farm: - We have sports horses- do not attempt to pat or feed them. Fences are electric- none are close to guest areas. If you wish to meet a horse please let us know. - We have rescue dogs so Im afraid no pets can be hosted. - Railway and flight paths - the property backs onto a quiet railway. There are minimal trains over the weekends and none on sundays but you may hear some trains going past. On bank holidays we can be under a flight path so you may hear planes, otherwise the farm is highly peaceful for your weekend getaway.... Guest access The whole apartment, pool, terrace and garden are for your use. The Orchard is also for your use, but we may walk through on our way to see horses or work somewhere on the farm. Please do not wander into the other gardens, onto the stable yard or into the fields. If you wish to meet the horses or to explore the farm a little, please ask first as there are electric fences and large sports horses who are dangerous unless handled correctly. Other things to note We are a farm- please expect some farm smells! We are also a little rural. Please note that internet connection can be intermittent. There isn’t much I can do about this! We have satellite sky tv so you can watch regardless of the connection. We have a railway running just next to the farm. You will occasionally hear a train. Please do not climb over any fencing- some is electric. Please do not feed to attempt to pat the horses without asking. We have rescue dogs- please ignore them completely and dont try to pat or play with them. Please note we do not cater for events or parties. This is our home and we ask you to respect quiet hours after 10pm.