Dog-friendly Surrey

Nestled in the charming Surrey village of Churt near Farnham, this newly refurbished holiday cottage offers a tranquil retreat in Japanese style with modern comforts. The open-plan living area seamlessly combines minimalistic and contemporary furnishings. The stylish walnut kitchen is well equipped with everything you need for your stay. The living area offers additional sleeping with a double sofa bed. French doors open out to a meditation platform and Zen garden, extending out to a mature, south facing garden. A private hot tub providing a luxurious spa escape surrounded by nature. The cottage’s allure extends to the nearby Frensham Great Pond, offering opportunities for sailing, fishing (members only), and swimming. A sandy beach and café enhance the natural gem’s appeal and prove extremely popular in the summertime. Paths and bridleways lead off from here into the surrounding area and woodland walks. Historical enthusiasts can explore the nearby town of Farnham, just a 10-minute drive away.
Farnham offers cultural richness, shops, eateries, attractions like the historic Farnham Castle and the cultural hub, Farnham Maltings. Other attractions include Waverley Abbey, Hogs Back Brewery Tours, and the Rural Life Centre. Train stations in Farnham, and Haslemere provide easy access to London and the south coast. Nature lovers can discover Bourne Woods and Hankley Common for forest bathing where many of the Hollywood films such as Gladiator and Skyfall were filmed. Many woodlands nearby including Devil’s Punchbowl provide scenic beauty with walking trails and diverse flora.
The Rural Life Centre provides insight into the region’s agricultural history, while the Watts Gallery Artists’ Village beckons art enthusiasts with Victorian paintings and sculptures. The Alice Holt Forest offers family-friendly activities, including treetop adventures and woodland walks and cycle trails. Chawton, home to Jane Austen’s House Museum, and Portsmouth with its historic dockyard, museums, and entertainment, are within reach. Alton and Alresford offer the Watercress Line steam railway, while Petersfield and Winchester provide additional cultural and historical experiences. The Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Wittering and Hayling beaches, and sailing in the Solent are easily accessible.
Family-friendly attractions like Marwell Zoo, Thorpe Park, Peppa Pig World, and Legoland are within driving distance, ensuring a memorable holiday experience. When it comes to dining, charming pubs and restaurants throughout the area invite guests to indulge in local cuisine, adding a culinary dimension to the holiday experience. With natural beauty, historical charm, and recreational opportunities, this cottage promises an enchanting escape.

In a wonderful rural location, set within the Tanhurst Estate and backing onto the grounds of Leith Hill, this delightful character cottage is peacefully tucked away within extensive gently sloping gardens, which have an array of colourful plants, shrubs, trees and borders. From the garden, there is a short walk to the parking space. Leith Hill Place and Tower is a popular historic National Trust site, and is the south of England’s highest point, offering breathtaking views. It was once a favourite visiting place of Charles Darwin, the famous naturalist, and he conducted experiments in the grounds, and it now attracts visitors worldwide who come to see the popular gardens. Ralph Vaughen Williams, the renowned composer resided there, with his wife who was from the Wedgwood family, known for their porcelain.
There are many popular country inns and pubs in the locality, mostly serving fine fayre, and picturesque villages and hamlets to discover nearby include Shere with its 13th century church, tea rooms and duck pond. Also located close to the property are Abinger Hammer, Holmbury St Mary, Ockley and Forest Green. Dorking is about a 10-minute drive, a delightful town with various amenities, plus a mainline station to London. Guildford, about a 20-minute drive, has a cathedral, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, large shopping centre and cosmopolitan eateries. In addition to the lido, indoor pool, Spectrum Leisure Centre, you can find Wild Wood Adventure Park, ideal for children of all ages.

Wonderful walks can be enjoyed along the North Downs, and the most popular walks include Newlands Corner and Box Hill. Other National Trust homes and gardens include Polesden Lacy, Hatchlands Park, Clandon Park, Leonardslee, Nymans and Wakehurst Place which are all within easy driving distance.
Brocketts Farm makes a fun day out for the children, and there are easy motorway links to get to Chessington World of Adventure. Also, visit Hampton Court Palace, Denbies vineyard and Gomshall Mill. If a day at the races is for you, there are many racecourses to choose from including Sandown, Lingfied Park, Kempton, Brighton and Plumpton. For a day at the beach, Worthing or Brighton are about an hour away by car. Beach 30 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile.