Pet Friendly Pubs with Rooms West Sussex

Situated at the end of a lane, Pepper Pot Cottage is the middle section of a Grade II listed building in a beautiful quiet area of the South Downs National Park. On the ground floor it has a good sized living room with an open fire, fully-equipped kitchen, a twin bedroom and a cloakroom with toilet. Upstairs are two good-sized bedrooms, one with a king-size bed, the other a twin, and a bathroom.
It has a south-facing garden with a patio, garden table and barbecue for eating out, and is approached by a path which follows through to a further property. There is a pub 70 yards away and a community tennis court and recreation ground in the village. Next to the cottage is a bridle path. Wonderful walks, cycling routes, welcoming pubs and lovely scenery are all around. The West Sussex Falconry, Uppark House (NT), the South Downs Way and a variety of golf courses are close by. Goodwood for horse and motor racing, Petworth, Midhurst, Cowdray Polo, Chichester with its cobbled streets and cathedral, and the beaches at Hayling Island and The Witterings are a short drive away. Portsmouth with HMS Victory, Gun Wharf Quay and day trips to the Isle of Wight are within easy reach. Jane Austen’s House at Chawton, the Watercress Steam Railway, Birdworld and Winchester make good day trips. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and tea room 70 yards.

Pebble House is located just a stone’s throw from the beach, with a backdrop of beach huts and small fishing boats resting on the pebble foreshore. Tucked away on a quiet road,this smart coastal town house is a holiday home ideal for an escape to the beach. The calm muted tones with gentle splashes of colour and clever design touches are inspired by its fantastic seaside location. The practical layout and calm peaceful position, just west of the bustling town of Worthing, also make it a fantastic family-friendly self-catering cottage on the Sussex coast.

The ground floor offers a bright modern kitchen which is fully equipped to cook a lovely evening meal. The open plan living/dining room has plenty of seating for all guests and is a comfortable spacious area to eat, play games and relax whatever the weather is doing outside. To the rear is a lovely west-facing suntrap of a patio, complete with chunky picnic bench, barbecue and Wendy house. Upstairs the master double bedroom features an en-suite shower and glimpses of the sea through the French doors to the Juliet balcony. There is also a bunk bedroom suitable for adults (with additional trundle bed suitable for a child up to 12 years) a single bedroom and a shared family bathroom.
From the enviable beach setting you can pick up the promenade all the way to Worthing and onwards to Shoreham, Brighton and beyond. The Goring-by-Sea Greensward is just a few minutes’ walk away, a large grassy recreation area perfect for a game of football or rounders. The South Downs also within a 10-minute drive, is a great holiday destination for families and dog owners alike, this lovely stretch of West Sussex coastline. Low tide reveals a long flat expanse of sand and rock pools to explore.

This lovely stretch of Sussex coastline features a long promenade Worthing Pier and WOW (Worthing Observation Wheel) - the new giant big wheel with fantastic long-range views along the Sussex Coast and to the South Downs. At 46 metres high it is the highest observation wheel to be placed in South East England. For other recreation ideas Splashpoint Leisure Centre is a short drive and has fantastic swimming facilities for adults and kids alike. Worthing theatres offer a wide variety of shows at a number of venues including the iconic Pavilion Theatre on the pier. A little further afield there is a huge variety in every direction.

The historic and picturesque town of Arundel is only a few miles to the west and with the quaint streets, Castle Cathedral and Arundel Wildfowl and Wetland Nature Reserve you will never be lost for a great day out. Heading east will bring you to the vibrant city of Brighton where the i360 The Lanes and a cornucopia of colour awaits. Driving north leads you straight into the South Downs - head to Cissbury Ring 15 minutes away for great panoramic views over Sussex. For some classically British pastimes and events the famous Goodwood Estate near Chichester offers a range of activities including a championship golf course the motor circuit racecourse and the aerodrome, all offering an exciting calendar of events throughout the year with particular mention of course to the Festival of Speed the Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood. Beach 100 yards. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 1½ miles.

Arun Cottage is a beautiful property that is right in the heart of Loxwood, just minutes away from Billingshurst, and 100 yards from Wey/Arun canal. There is a slight setback from the main road where the cottage is located. The cottage dates back from 1904, and the rooms downstairs are separated by open doorways. The kitchen is a reasonable size with country-style cabinets. The kitchen window looks out over the small patio area and the field where two white horses live. The kitchen has everything you need for a home-from-home staycation. The kitchen then leads to the cosy living room where you will find an open fire. This is the perfect space to relax after a long day on the canal which is less than a 5-minute walk away. From the living room, there is an open doorway that leads into the dining area with a bar. This room looks out to the garden, and there are two sets of French doors leading to the garden. On the first flight of stairs to the first floor, you will find the family bathroom with a walk-in shower and a view of the field at the back of the house. There are two bedrooms on this floor, and any of these rooms will be the perfect place to get a good night’s sleep. Up the stairs to the second floor, you have the third bedroom with a double bed and another family bathroom with a free-standing roll-top bath. You can relax here in a gorgeous bubble bath while the rest of the family is downstairs enjoying the sumptuous living room.
There is so much to do in and around Loxwood. There are two pubs nearby, both within walking distance, both offer food and receive favourable reviews. If you fancy a day on the canal, you can book boat trips and even take a Santa cruise during the Christmas holiday time. This can be booked via the Wey and Arun Canal Trust. The Wey and Arun Canal is the idyllic spot for a bit of bird watching and taking in all that nature has to offer. If you do not fancy a boat trip, then there are many scenic walks including The Wey-South Path. This is a walking route linking the North Downs Way and South Downs Way. If you are a keen golfer, there are some great golf courses nearby. The pretty town of Chichester is not too far away, and Arun Cottage is a convenient base for any of the Goodwood events and for the Loxwood Joust festival. This is a memorable day out for the whole family. After all that fun you can walk back to Arun Cottage and take advantage of all the luxury the cottage offers. Beach 23 miles.