An apartment situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty – Home 8998262 Apartment
- 2 bedrooms
- 5 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
An apartment situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty – Home 8998262
- Apartment
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 5
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Situated in the heart of Sussex, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Horncombe Stables is set within the 50 acres of Horncombe, a 14th-century hunting lodge. This first floor apartment is set at the end of a long drive overlooking fields and woodland that are a haven for wildlife, including herds of deer. There are footpaths leading from the doorstep which lead you through the owners 50 acres of woodland, and across the stream. In a peaceful rural area, on the outskirts of Ardingly in mid Sussex, the property is conveniently located for attending events taking place at the South of England Showground, including the international antiques and collectors fair. There is also clay pigeon shooting and horse riding, which can be arranged locally.
Wakehurst Place, ’Kew in the Country’ is close by and home to the Millennium Seed Bank, the largest wild plant seed bank in the world. Birdwatchers, fishermen, nature lovers and those who enjoy water sports will love Ardingly Reservoir and designated a nature reserve. Take a step back in time and hop aboard the steam train at the Bluebell Railway, which travels 11 miles along the border between east and west Sussex. Ashdown Forest is close by, home of Winnie the Pooh, The Hundred Acre Wood and Pooh Bridge. Gatwick is also nearby, with easy access to London via the Gatwick Express. Beach 23 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
External open-tread stairs to entrance. All on the first floor.
Sloping ceilings throughout.
Open plan living space.
Living area: With 42" Freeview TV and DVD player.
Dining area.
Kitchen area: With electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Bedroom 1: With king size bed, z-bed (for child) or cot and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. External utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. 50-acre grounds with woodland and farmland (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are two external sets of stairs, one opening to the kitchen and one opening into bedroom 1. There are sloping banks in the garden and an unfenced stream, 100 yards away.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed Twin bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed - 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Swing set or jungle gym
- Grill
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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About the owner
Ronnie D.
- Response rate:
- 89%
- Calendar last updated:
- 29 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 6
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 17 reviews
Excellent
17 reviews
- Excellent
- 17
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
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- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Fabulous Place”
The apartment was comfortable and beautifully situated in peaceful country surroundings. the hosts has provided everything possible -plus a few extra goodies, which we certainly had not expected. We … More
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Response from the owner Thank you for this lovely review. It was a pleasure to welcome you to Horncombe and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in June. Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Outstanding accommodation”
Probably the most tranquil and peaceful place we have ever stayed. Beautiful surroundings with wild deer walking past the window. Very well appointed accommodation which was clean and comfortable. lov… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your great review. We really appreciate your comments and hope you will come to stay again soon.
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“A comfortable place to stay with delightful birdsong all around”
Our visit to the Horncombe stables was our first stay away from home for several months, and our first meeting with one of daughters. The accommodation was ideal, especially because we had both develo… More
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Response from the owner Hi Thomas Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Idyllic weekend getaway”
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Horncombe Stables, the family who run it made us feel so very welcome right from the outset. The top floor gives wonderful views to the woods and across the fields wh… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your great review. We really appreciate your comments and hope you will come to stay with us again soon. Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Lovely”
What an amazing place, beautiful location very uplifting. You can walk from the cottage into the woods.
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your lovely review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Take care. Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Idyllic stay in the country”
My daughter, dog and I arrived for our 3 night stay. The place was spotless, comfy and spacious. So many little but appreciated extras like a dog bed and bowls for Bella, a very generous welcome bask… More
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Response from the owner Thank you, Edwina, for your lovely review. We enjoyed having you stay and hope to welcome you back to Horncombe soon.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“An idyllic retreat in the beautiful West Sussex caountryside”
Horncombe stables is a charming retreat in the beautiful West Sussex countryside and owners Ronnie and Martin make every effort to ensure an enjoyable stay. There is nothing to break the tranquillity … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Fantastic”
Fabulous stay in a wonderful environment with very welcoming hosts. Beautiful scenery and spotlessly clean, comfortable accommodation. I would highly recommend!
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Response from the owner Dear Jane, Thank you so much for this great review. We really appreciate your comments. Hope the exam results were good! Best wishes to you all. Ronnie and Martin
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“Beautiful Horncombe Stables”
We stayed at Horncombe Stables last August with a couple of friends (sorry for the late review!). It's a lovely place to stay, with deer roaming the grounds and two adorable donkeys in the field … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this great review. We really appreciate you taking the time. We all loved having you stay and look forward to welcoming you back to Horncombe soon. Ronnie, Martin, Mandy and Jenson
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Nature Paradise”
We booked this holiday let direct with the owners - Martin & Ronnie whom we found via their website. On arrival we we stunned by the fantastic setting and the herd of around 100 deer just sitting… More
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Response from the owner Dear Fiona and Tim, We really appreciate you taking time in your busy life to write this great review. It was lovely to have you come and stay and that you loved Horncombe as much as we do. We will certainly take more photos of the wildlife which we tend to take for granted!. Hope you had a successful show and that you will come back and see us next year. Take care Ronnie and Martin
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Ronnie (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Ronnie (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Ronnie (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Ronnie the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Ronnie (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Ronnie (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Ronnie (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Ronnie (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Ronnie (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Ronnie (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
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- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Ronnie (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ronnie (the owner) a message.
If Ronnie (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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