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# Keepers Retreat, Idyllic Rural Escape in the heart of South Downs National Park

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Nestled within the South Downs National Park, Keeper's Lodge apartment offers a homely retreat with relaxing views over the West Sussex countryside. Enjoy a warm welcome with homemade cakes and biscuits, unwind in the secluded garden, or pamper yourself in the luxury bathroom. With modern amenities like air conditioning and free WiFi, this stylish open-plan interior provides comfort and relaxation.

### Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Keepers Retreat, Idyllic Rural Escape in the heart of South Downs National Park

Visit this superb first floor apartment and be treated to freshly made cakes and biscuits on arrival .   
Enjoy peace and privacy in this homely yet stylish open plan interior with relaxing views over the beautiful West Sussex countryside.   
Keeper's Retreat is situated in a prime location for visiting the Goodwood Festival of Speed/Revival and the perfect base for exploring the best the South Coast has to offer.  
Nestled within the South Downs National Park and bordering the beautiful Stansted Country Estate enjoy a walking and cycling haven from your doorstep.  
This is a first floor apartment with beautiful views over the neighbouring farmland. To maintain our superior standards of cleanliness we do not allow dogs but if you wish to holiday with friends our dog friendly ground floor apartment 'Keeper's Lodge' is available at the same location  
  
We personally attend to all the cleaning and daily maintenance and strive to create a homely feel with an added sense of hotel luxury. Your relaxation and enjoyment are our priority and we are on hand 24/7 to ensure we are available to answer any questions or advise/direct you during your stay.  
  
Your booking includes a free parking space for one vehicle (any parking required for additional vehicles during your stay must be requested and agreed prior to arrival). Electric gates provide added security.  
  
With your own private entrance, the first floor apartment is accessed via a cloakroom and stairs leading to a landing and information desk/work space. A door leads to a modern and tastefully appointed open plan area with kitchen, dining, living and bedroom.  
Enjoy the huge, super king size bed which can be converted to two singles on request prior to arrival. Pamper yourself in the large luxury bathroom with stand alone roll top bath and walk in rain shower.   
  
We provide ample towels and high thread count quality cotton bed linen  
  
Amenities include easy to control central heating and newly installed air conditioning. A Free sat smart TV (150 channels). There is also free wi-fi. The kitchen is fully fitted with a modern electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave.  
  
To complete your experience a quiet secluded garden with comfortable garden furniture helps you make the most of this rural space.  
  
Upon arrival you will be greeted with our popular welcome pack which includes home made freshly baked cakes and biscuits, tea and coffee and all those essential cupboard staples to help you settle in.  
  
Should you require any specific provisions, celebratory champagne or need to personalise your visit in some way we are very happy to discuss this with you prior to your arrival (additional charges may apply).  
  
Secure storage for bicycles is available by prior arrangement.  
  
A train in nearby Rowlands Castle takes you to London in just over an hour  
  
Strictly no smoking.  
We are currently unable to provide charging facilities for electric vehicles.  
We regret we are unable to accommodate children (under 18) or pets.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Work spaces

- Desk

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board
- Safe

### Location highlights

- In a rural location
- In a village
- Near a hospital

### Things to do

- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Bicycles
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks 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
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Bicycles
- Double-glazed windows
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- Property does not allow children
- Recycling
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Rules

No extra guests allowed

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 

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 and 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 

## About the area

Located in Rowlands Castle, this apartment is in a rural area. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Stanstead House Sussex are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Chichester Harbour National Landscape. Check out an event or a game at Goodwood Motor Circuit, and consider making time for HMS Victory, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Rowlands Castle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rowlands-Castle.dx6085203)

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Forestside, England

### What's nearby

- ![Beachy Head featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092017/9d5d943c-1c47-41df-8adb-359e41c442b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
South Downs National Park  
1 min walk \- 0.0 miles
- ![The best place for a Motor head. Have to go if you ever get the chance. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6260180/0c38cf1c-f163-435f-ae60-368dd34c3a11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Goodwood Motor Circuit  
17 min drive \- 13.1 miles
- ![A view of Goodwood Racecourse from The Trundle, West Sussex](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250912/7bb09123-5542-4094-abe8-2cb5002dd7fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Goodwood Racecourse  
19 min drive \- 14.8 miles
- ![Festival of Speed 2014. Mercedes-Benz feature sculpture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079545/3f863ba0-2593-4027-b8ba-aa6c9c2e702e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Goodwood House  
20 min drive \- 13.3 miles
- ![HDEF21 Cunarder Queen Mary 2 berthed at Southampton cruise terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156577/79ad4e8b-9ece-44f5-a1a8-333c7cc431cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Southampton Cruise Terminal  
43 min drive \- 31.5 miles

### Getting around

- Rowlands Castle Station  
4 min drive
- Southampton (SOU)  
41 min drive

### Restaurants

- The Robin Hood  
4 min drive
- Village Coffee Shop  
4 min drive
- White Horse  
6 min drive
- Chandlers  
10 min drive
- The Bumblebee Cafe  
4 min drive

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