Title: The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom Cottage in Chichester with fireplace ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107407700/107407640/4182b5a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107407700/107407640/e30638c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107407700/107407640/be732a7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107407700/107407640/b18fb741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107407700/107407640/7ca484a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Boat House, a serene one-bedroom retreat near Chichester and the Harbour. This sublime home boasts an open-plan ground floor with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, and sitting room featuring a log burner. Unwind in the sumptuous Super King bedroom or soak in the freestanding bath overlooking fields. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space £708 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom THE PROPERTY: Acres of space await in this sublime one-bedroom home just a few minutes from Chichester and the Harbour. The Boat House is listed here by Inspire Stays dot com, the premier independent holiday company in the South East. Visit us direct for full info about this home, including accessibility, a video tour and a floor plan. The open-plan ground floor features a fully-equipped island kitchen, dining area, and a cosy sitting room with a log burner and Smart TV. The first floor offers a sumptuous Super King (6') bedroom with balcony and garden views, and a mezzanine walkway leads to the spa-like bathroom revealing a double-end freestanding bath with views over the fields, and a walk-in shower. Outside, the expansive courtyard and lawned garden invites picnics and relaxation. Whether sipping wine on the balcony or soaking in the bath, luxury and tranquillity awaits! See the Useful information and house rules section, or visit us direct for important details about this home. Pets allowed: Dogs only Max number of dogs: 1 Charges apply for dogs, see the house rules for details LOCAL AREA: Please note that due to the limitations of this platform, the location may not be exactly displayed. We will confirm the exact location and full directions once your booking has been confirmed. Nearby sights, attractions and day trips include the quayside village of Itchenor, Chichester Harbour, West Wittering beach, Fishbourne Roman Palace, the South Downs, Chichester, the Goodwood Estate and Portsmouth. For a local walk try Saltern Way a few minutes from the cottage, a lovely flat walk/cycle path to Chichester and wheelchair friendly. You can also walk to Chichester Marina where you'll find the Boat House Café, and a little further will take you to Del Quay and The Crown and Anchor, a lovely pub right on the water. Great restaurants and pubs nearby include the 18th century Lamb Inn 0.8 miles away, the excellent Crab and Lobster Gastropub at Sidlesham Quay, and CHK Italian near Birdham. In nearby East Wittering there are small supermarkets (Co-op/Tesco Express), along with several pubs/bars, restaurants, takeaways and surf/watersports shops. Larger supermarkets are available in Chichester and Selsey a short drive away. USEFUL INFORMATION & HOUSE RULES: \- The Boat House is listed here by inspirestays-com, the leading Sussex holiday specialists. Visit us direct for full info about this home. \- Pets: A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed at a cost of GBP25 each per week or part week. If the charge is not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange. \- Please search for us online and contact us direct if you are interested in a stay of over 21 nights (we cannot administrate these via this platform). \- Search online and contact us direct for stays over 21 nights (we cannot administrate these via this platform). \- A security deposit of GBP200 is a condition of booking, if not taken by this platform we will contact you after booking to arrange. \- Once you have placed your booking request, before we can process your booking we will require some simple additional information such as postal address, direct email and guest details. Please do not book if you are unable to provide this, as we cannot offer a refund on this basis. \- Arrival and departure times are clearly stated. As our properties can be booked right up until the last minute, we are unable to confirm early check-in or late check-out requests until 24-72 hours prior to your arrival/departure. Should you prefer to guarantee any such request now, please add an additional night to the start and/or end of your booking. \- Top tip: Adding another night or two may only cost a little extra, or sometimes nothing at all! This is a great way to add some flexibility to your stay (please let us know if you plan to arrive the day after your start date). \- The garden is enclosed but may not be completely secure for pets: the enclosure includes a wall approx. 80cm high (part of the wall also has a bench next to it), and a fence with 20cm mesh. There is also a 5-bar side gate with approx. 20cm gaps between the bars. A new fence has been fitted between the cottage garden and the owners' garden next door for privacy. Please ensure dogs are always supervised. \- Kitchen facilities: Aga with double electric oven with grill and 4-ring gas hob, under-counter fridge, chest freezer, ice maker, slimline dishwasher, clothes washer-dryer, microwave, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine. \- Iron, ironing board and hairdryer provided. \- Free private parking on the driveway 20m from the house, with space for 2 cars. \- Please note that CCTV covers the path leading from the parking to the cottage for security. There is no internal CCTV. \- One infant up to 6 months old and not mobile is usually allowed, but please check with us in advance. Please bring your own cot, cot bedding and highchair. \- Gas underfloor heating. \- Wi-Fi: Superfast fibre (>30Mbps) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 643430 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.79135%2C-0.85887&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_7RQ4Eieb_NQlQQQnQ2_71RW9PQ=) Itchenor, West Sussex #### What's nearby - Chichester Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - West Wittering Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Chichester Cathedral - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles - Chichester Festival Theatre - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles - Goodwood Motor Circuit - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles #### Getting around - Fishbourne Station - 10 min drive - Southampton (SOU) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Beach - ‬6 min drive - ‪Crown & Anchor - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Quarterdeck Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Ship Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Boat House Cafe - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom? > As of 28 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom on 1 Oct 2025 start from £708.29, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-The-Boat-House-By-Inspirestays-Com-A-Luxury-Cottage-Sleeping-2-Guests-In-1-Bedroom.h107407640.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Boat House by inspirestays-com - a luxury cottage sleeping 2 guests in 1 bedroom located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Chichester Harbour, Chichester Harbour National Landscape and West Wittering Beach. Pagham Harbour Nature Reserve and South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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