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Chodds Farmhouse

The double bedroom at Chodds Farmhouse, West Sussex

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An inviting farmhouse in a bustling village, in the heart of the Sussex Weald

Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Acorn rating
4What's this?
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
021010
Chodds Farmhouse is on the main road in the busy village of Handcross, close to the Nymans estate. The house dates back to the 1300s, and some parts were once used to house animals. We’ve breathed new life into this well-loved home, exposing original floors and beams. The ceilings and doorways are low throughout, but the cottage is bright with light colours, fresh design details and lots of comfortable, homely touches.

There’s a big boot room as well as a second muddy entrance with a dog shower and utility room. The bright kitchen has a corner snug, there's a woodburner in the comfortable sitting room, and the dining room has a huge inglenook fireplace dating from 1690. The farmhouse has private gardens at the front and back. The large, enclosed back garden is well-established and has a lawn as well as a dining patio.

The farmhouse is in the Weald and close to Ashdown Forest. It's in a vibrant village with a lovely café, local pub and shops a short walk away. There's easy access to London and Brighton, so the village road is usually busy with some noise. A 30-minute drive takes you to the beach and historic lanes of Brighton, or to the extensive biking and walking trails of the South Downs. You’ll have free entry to Nymans’ elegant house and garden during your stay. Walk, cycle and spot wildlife in the woods, following paths that reveal a tranquil lake, cascades, sandstone outcrops and giant redwood trees.

For a holiday with family and friends, another National Trust holiday cottage, Woodlands Cottage, is a 10-minute walk away through the woods, and sleeps 4 people.
Ground floor layout
Enter through the back door into the boot room. Small WC to the right. Kitchen to the left. Hallway leading to the sitting room and dining room. From the dining room is the utility room and a door to the back garden. Curved staircase to the first floor from the dining room.
First floor layout
Hallway in the eaves leads to one king-sized bedroom, one twin bedroom, one double bedroom, bathroom with bath and walk in shower and a separate WC.
Outdoor space

Large enclosed garden. Well established with trees and lawn. Patio area with seating for 6.
The floor plan for Chodds Farmhouse | © National Trust
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
Fridge, available
Freezer, available
Microwave, available
Open fire / wood burner, available
Television, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Tumble dryer, available
Cot & high chair, available
2 hours from London, available
Countryside, available
Near National Trust attraction, available
Walking nearby, available
Walk to a pub, available
What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?
Level access to front door
Parking outside cottage. Low ceilings and low doorways and steep steps. Induction hob. Enclosed garden. See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Chodds Farmhouse
Find more information in our accessibility guide
Heating: Gas central heating. A woodburning stove is provided in the sitting room

Induction Hob: Guests with a pacemaker should note that there is an induction hob in this cottage.

Wifi: We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur so it should not be relied upon.

Parking: There are parking spaces for two to three cars outside the cottage. Additional parking is available on the high street.

Please note: There are low ceilings, low doorways and steep steps. The cottage is on the main road and there is road noise.

For a holiday with friends and family, book Chodds Farmhouse along with Woodlands Cottage, a ten-minute walk away through the woods and sleeping another four people.

Woodlands Cottage

This gamekeeper’s cottage is surrounded by woodland on the Nymans estate.

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A group of children on a sunny day enjoying a trail around the garden

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