Honeybridge Estate, Ashurst, West Sussex

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Honeybridge Estate

South East England West Sussex Ashurst

From £550 a night
Sleeps 25 adults and up to 15 children
Barn
Cabin
Cottage
House
Manor House

Stylish self-catering for groups on a 17-acre West Sussex estate with a swimming pool, tennis courts and more

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A sweeping drive leads through West Sussex countryside to The Barn, The Cottage and ultimately The House at Honeybridge Estate. The latter is a six-bedroomed Georgian-style property that lies at the heart of the estate and features its own heated swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. But the other two aren’t to be sniffed at either. They have mod cons, comfort and character – and outdoor hot tubs, too. All three can be booked together to sleep groups of up to 25 adults and 15 children. It’s the ideal way to stay if you want to gather generations together for some special family time.

You won’t all sleep under one roof but you’re not far away and can gather together for meals in the big house, games in the garden and walks in the extensive grounds. There are 17 acres with a walled garden, a bluebell woodland and lawns, not to mention the tennis court, cricket pitch, fishing lake and games room. And, if that’s not quite enough, there are swings, a treehouse and even a zip wire for you to enjoy.

The House, The Barn and The Cottage can be rented separately or in combination to suit your numbers. While each has its own charm, the spec across all of them is high: Smart TVs and Sonos speakers, well-kitted-out kitchens and comfy bedrooms. The main house is undoubtedly the top spot. In addition to the pool, walled garden and terrace (which are exclusively yours on separated stays), there are grand rooms filled with artwork and antique furniture plus a super-spacious suite on the top floor. There are five other classically-decorated bedrooms and five bathrooms as well. The capacity is 12, but zed-beds can be added for six kids to raise numbers to 18.

The three-bed Cottage next door sleeps five adults and up to five children, and The Barn’s usual capacity of eight guests can rise to 12 when needed. Dogs are also welcome in both of these. The Cottage with its inglenook fireplace and period furniture has, perhaps, more old-world charm, but it’s hard to call as both have been carefully renovated to preserve and expose old timbers. In The Barn, a topsy-turvy layout means living spaces are under the eaves with bedrooms on the ground floor.

All of this is less than two hours south of London on the edge of Ashurst village, with views of the South Downs National Park. If anything is going to give you the urge to explore beyond your private estate for the weekend it’ll be that chalky ridge of hills. But, let’s be honest, with so much on site, there’s little chance of anyone getting bored – and very little temptation to leave.

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Facilities

Each property has all the luxury comforts one might expect at a 5 star hotel, from dressing gowns and toiletries and Nespresso coffee pods to sports equipment (such as for tennis, football and cricket, as well as for fishing on the private lake, by prior arrangement).

Suitable For

Honeybridge Estate has, literally, something for everyone, from the youngest children (including facilities for babies) to the elderly, it is ideally suited to accommodate multi generational families but has all the conveniences to host corporate getaways too. The three properties individually or in combination, each with its own unique characteristics, have hosted wedding celebrations and honeymoons, well being retreats and activity holidays. Dogs can be accommodated by prior arrangement.

Nearby

Steyning is home to Julia Donaldson, the talented Children's Laureate (2011-2013) and prolific author of children's books including, most famously, The Gruffalo. Signed copies of many of her titles, amongst those of other authors, are available at the Steyning bookshop. Walking along the South Downs or around the Knepp Estate wilding project, cycling across Ditchling Beacon or visiting the nearby vineyards to sample some of the very best English wines are highly recommended activities but, it has to be said that most guests barely leave the Estate between check in and check out as there is so much to do within the 17 acres of the Estate, from wild swimming to cricket not to mention the zipwire, tennis court and outdoor hot tubs and local recommended chefs can prepare sumptuous meals for guests by prior arrangement.

Food & Drink

The nearby village of Findon is home to The Sylvan Oak which offers superb cuisine in a relatively informal setting. Opposite the restaurant, there is the award winning pub of the year, The Gunn Inn. The Fountain Inn in Ashurst is within walking distance of Honeybridge estate and the picturesque town of Steyning is well worth a visit and offers a choice of options for a traditional British afternoon tea, including in the quaint Cobblestone Yard.

Open

Honeybridge Estate is open all year but by appointment / advanced reservations only.

Pricing

Prices vary, depending on the date and length of your visit but indicative rates for this year (excluding peak periods) are:

THE HOUSE SLEEPS 12 ADULTS + 4 CHILDREN (6 bedrooms):

Two-night stay: £4,500 to £7,350

Seven-night stay: £7,500 to £12,200

THE BARN SLEEPS 8 ADULTS + 4 CHILDREN (4+1 bedrooms):

Two-night stay: £1,950 to £2,750

Seven-night stay: £3,250 to £4,600

THE COTTAGE SLEEPS 5 ADULTS + 3 CHILDREN (3 bedrooms):

Two-night stay: £1,100 to £1,750

Seven-night stay: £1,800 to £2,900

THE ESTATE EXCLUSIVE HIRE SLEEPS 25 ADULTS + 11 CHILDREN (13+1 bedrooms):

Three-night stay: £8,550 to £13,400

Seven-night stay: £12,550 to £19,700

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The Owner Says

Please do take a look at the reviews page of our own website where you can read verbatim many of the tremendous, heartfelt comments left by guests upon departure... that really is the best testimony to all that Honeybridge Estate offers and we hope it'll give you the confidence to visit Honeybridge Estate! We look forward to welcoming you too and hope that you too will find reason to return again... and again!

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Location

Contact Website 01403 597 097 Honeybridge Estate, Honeybridge Lane, Ashurst, West Sussex BN44 3AW

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Getting There

From the A24 between London (M25) and Worthing, follow signs for Ashurst which will take you on to Grinder's Lane which turns into Honeybridge Lane. A mile from the junction, you will find the gates to Honeybridge Estate on the left. Horsham station is 20 minutes away by taxi, Gatwick Airport 40-45 minutes and Brighton is around 35-40 minutes drive.

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Rated ★★★★★ over 31 reviews

★★★★★

Perfect

We spent a joyous weekend celebrating our matriarch's 90th birthday. Four generations of family come together to rejoice and reflect on gorgeous surroundings. We loved the grounds, the comfy rooms, the hot tubs and the pool. There was something for everyone but most of all we made a beautiful memories. The Honeybridge Estate will remain fondly in our family memory for a long time to come. Thank you for welcoming us.

Jun 23, 2024 by Neville K

★★★★★

Will definitely be back

Dear The lovely Honeybridge Estate Team, Thank you so much for such a beautiful stay. Our 3-year-old was beyond excited to have so much space to run around! She wants to write that she really enjoyed playing on the swing. We’ll definitely be back to soak up more of this special place.

Jun 13, 2024 by Claire

★★★★★

Joyous weekend

We spent a joyous weekend celebrating our matriarch’s birthday. Four generations of family come together to rejoice and reflect on gorgeous surroundings. We loved the grounds, the comfy rooms, the hot tubs and the pool. There was something for everyone but most of all we made a beautiful memories. The Honeybridge Estate will remain fondly in our family memory for a long time to come. Thank you for welcoming us.

Jun 9, 2024 by Neville

★★★★★

What a fabulous Estate this is!

What a fabulous Estate this is! How lucky we are to find it. Full of magical nooks and glorious grounds. We have swum, played tennis, zip wired and had a truly wonderful time. From the moment we came through the gate at the bottom of the drive we knew we had found a truly special place. We are already looking forward to our next visit. Thank you to all the team for creating this sanctuary. With huge thanks.

May 29, 2024 by Eddie

★★★★★

Would love to come back

We have had an absolutely lovely stay, children vastly enjoyed the many activities (zipwire and football). We would love to come back again, many thanks for an amazing stay.

May 28, 2024 by Kevin

★★★★★

Glorious property

We were here with 28 friends and family from 4 years to 75 years old to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. A wonderful weekend of fun and laughter in this glorious property. Everything we needed was catered for and we all enjoyed the pool, swings, swimming lake and zipwire. Yoga with Jo on Sunday morning was wonderful out on the balcony in glorious sunshine. The M family and friends

May 20, 2024 by Sally & Richard

★★★★★

Unforgettable

Wonderful memories made this weekend, some of our kids will never forget. So sad to leave this tranquil and beautiful place. Thank you.

Apr 21, 2024 by Diana

★★★★★

Fantastic place

A lovely relaxing time spent celebrating our son's 21st birthday! Fantastic place, hamper and facilities. Thank you to Zoe and the team for making it special – we will be back! Lisa, Dave, Carl

Apr 19, 2024 by Lisa

★★★★★

Amazing couple of days

We have had an amazing couple of days in The Barn. Fantastically equipped with everything you could need. Our boys have loved exploring the grounds, playing pool and especially the zipwire. Thank you for a great weekend and the very warm welcome. We will be back and recommending you to our friends!

Apr 14, 2024 by Gemma

★★★★★

Absolutely stunning setting

It has been yet another wonderful weekend. An absolutely stunning setting to celebrate Adriannes 80th birthday. Gorgeous Gardens and exceptional home, enjoyed by our three generations. Our whole family have had an absolute blast. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Apr 14, 2024 by David

★★★★★

Superb

What a wonderful weekend back with old uni pals and all the children. The grounds, house and countryside were all superb and we had such a wonderful time. Hopefully see you all again next year.

Apr 5, 2024 by Charlotte

★★★★★

Most magical stay at the house and cottage

This has been the most magical long weekend in honour of my 80th birthday. The whole set up is absolutely amazing, with attractions to suit all our group whose ages ranged upward from 9 years. Absolutely everything was catered for, the facilities are superb and the setting and views are outstanding. What a weekend and we were even blessed with fine weather. The children must have swam at least 100 lengths of the pool and even Grandad went on the zipwire!! I would like very much to book it for 2034 for my 90th.

Apr 1, 2024 by Emma

★★★★★

Wonderful stay

We have had a wonderful stay. Thank you to Zoe and Steve for making us feel so welcome. We’ve loved the beautiful Barn, lovely goodies and (especially our dog) the lovely grounds. The hot tub and the swimming lake have had lots of use! Walks at Cissbury and Chanctonbury Hill were amazing, and the Knepp Estate café/restaurant was delightful. We’ve been lucky with the weather with a picnic on Chanctonbury Hill and Tea on the balcony.

Mar 31, 2024 by Sarah

★★★★★

We will be back

Marvellous House and Gardens! We have had a fantastic time, all of us with happy memories to take away with us.

Mar 15, 2024 by Rebecca

★★★★★

Third year in a row!

To all the wonderful team at Honeybridge. From the moment we arrived, we are transported to a state of relaxation and enchantment, words cannot portray our feelings of gratitude for giving us the most incredible and memorable stay. Every aspect of our stay has been impeccable to say the least. From the cozy interior hall of character, to the pristine swimming pool and hot tub facilities, all whilst surrounded by the most beautiful grounds – there’s no surprise that coming to Honeybridge is the highlight of the year! Zoe and staff, it has not gone unnoticed how you have made us feel like royalty with the most marvellous and efficient service always with a warm and friendly demeanour. We are so grateful to you for giving us the opportunity to switch off from our hectic lives, enjoy the surround of the kids giggling together and feel all round pampered. We hope you’ve enjoyed having us too! And although its always difficult to leave this magical place, we look forward to reliving the greatest memories that we have created here. But most importantly, we are counting down the days until we come back! All our love

Feb 24, 2024 by Avromi

★★★★★

Couldn’t have chosen better!

Dear Zoe and team, We chose Honeybridge for our 50th wedding anniversary celebration and we couldn’t have chosen better! Everything went brilliantly and we had our guests loved the House, the Art, the pool, gardens etc all superbly organised and presented. Thanks to Zoe for recommending Hannah for our Caterer – excellent. Many thanks again.

Feb 18, 2024 by Susan

★★★★★

Repeat stay!

Dear Zoe and Team. So 33 of us, what can I say but blooming fabulous stay! We will defo be back, next year hopefully! The House, the Grounds, all marvellous! We were so blessed with the weather. You have brought all the family even closer together, if that could possibly of happened! Amazing, Amazing, Amazing xx

Jan 21, 2024 by Claire

★★★★★

Most amazing time

To All at Honeybridge Estate, My multigenerational family has had the most amazing time celebrating my 70th birthday. We couldn’t have chosen a more suitable house to spend our weekend. Not one of us has wanted to leave! The children have had the best time ever in the pool and even allowed the adults to join in when we weren’t using the spa facilities. We have had wonderful walks around the grounds, using the bikes, swings, and zip wire. Honeybridge has everything you could wish for; nothing has been missed out. Zoe has been so helpful and friendly. I would recommend Honeybridge Estate to anyone who is looking for a wonderful private place to celebrate or to spend time with friends and family. We are all looking forward to being able to visit again!

Jan 15, 2024 by Lyn

★★★★★

An amazing weekend

Dear Team, However can we thank you all for ensuring we had an amazing weekend! We could not have found a house more perfect for celebrating. You are more than thoughtful, taking your effort to such a high level to make our stay memorable and more than comfortable. Love and Rocket (Sasha and John, the Chef) worked so hard to produce and serve an incredible 3 course meal for our friends and family! Our 50th birthday weekend was enjoyed by all our guests and they were all so happy. Thank you so much!

Jan 8, 2024 by Phillip

★★★★★

Would love to come back

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. We had an amazing Christmas here. We loved the Barn, and loved the cold water swimming! Great location. Thank you once again, we would love to come back. x

Dec 31, 2023 by Richard

★★★★★

Truly memorable

The Family had gathered here to celebrate our son Zac’s birthday in this wonderful and captivating house and surroundings. The beautiful rolling grounds, impressive sculptures and thought-provoking paintings and tapestries are just amazing. The house and its facilities exceeded our expectations in every way, including the excellent dinner cooked by Chef Michael supported by his wife. Some of us will forever remember the invigorating (and cold) wild swimming in Winter! Lastly, our thanks and appreciation to Zoe and all staff who made our visit truly memorable. Best Wishes

Dec 21, 2023 by Alissa

★★★★★

Repeat house and cottage guest!

Our third time here, and we have had a wonderful time again. The pool makes such a difference when the weather was wild and stormy. Great meal from Richard at the Social Table and message from the lovely Emma. Zoe and Steve couldn’t have been more helpful.

Dec 17, 2023 by Doro

★★★★★

Completely faultless weekend in The Barn

Thank you so much for the wonderful weekend in The Barn, organised for a surprise 70th celebration with all the family. A completely faultless stay, and we are blown away by the accommodation, range of activities and an incredible service from Zoe and her team. Incredible memories made, celebrating an amazing man which was completely made by our amazing surroundings. We feel very lucky to have stayed and experienced all this and are already looking forward to the next time we visit …. whenever that may be. With thanks

Dec 15, 2023 by Jan

★★★★★

Wonderful weekend in the barn

We just spent a wonderful weekend with our family to celebrate P’s 70th birthday. Everything was wonderful and we enjoyed everything on offer – including wild swimming! The children’s play area was a joy for our two 2-year-old Grandchildren and the adults loved the whole experience. Big thanks to Zoe for brilliant communication, help and professionalism to make our time so enjoyable. Love and Best Wishes.

Nov 20, 2023 by Tony

★★★★★

Epicstay!

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing home with us. The details, the details… All the effort and thought that went into the provisions were felt. A heartfelt thank you for making our stay epic. Hope to be back soon! x

Nov 16, 2023 by Ashi

★★★★★

Wow, Wow, Wow!

It really is hard to put into words how amazing Honeybridge is. We have had the most phenomenal stay and cannot thank Zoe and the team more for all their help in making this the most memorable weekend and 30th birthday! Thank you to the moon and back! x

Nov 10, 2023 by Maisie

★★★★★

Beyond expectations

I never expected my 40th birthday to be in such a stunning setting. Everything was beyond expectations and Zoe excelled in ensuring that it all came together perfectly. Thank you so very much. We hope to return for a family event next year. It is simply the Best! With thanks xx

Nov 1, 2023 by Charlotte

★★★★★

What a treat!

Thank you so much for such a gorgeous stay! You have truly thought of everything to make the stay magical and memorable. The Pool and Spa facilities are dreamy and the bedrooms are so luxurious. What a treat! Thank you xxx

Oct 26, 2023 by Judith

★★★★★

Would love to come back

Celebrated my 18th birthday here, Barn was amazing and very well equipped. Atmosphere was great, would love to come back. Massive thank you to Zoe who was so so helpful. xx

Oct 15, 2023 by Kate

★★★★★

Incredibly special

What an incredibly special place to spend half term with our boys! There is so much to do we feel incredibly lucky to have stayed here the highlight of our trip was definitely seeing our eldest son Charlie catch his first fish. That would never have happened were it not for the kindness and patience of Alan and the incredible organisational skills of Zoe. We have honestly been so well looked after and every small detail has been considered and executed perfectly. What a magical place we definitely plan to return!

Oct 7, 2023 by Jeremy

★★★★★

Return visit

A return visit for our family, but this time with friends in the ‘Big House’, It is impossible to fault this place – it is beautiful, peaceful with everything you could possibly want. The flexibility and care shown by all the team is just wonderful. Honeybridge has given us a most memorable weekend.

Sep 15, 2023 by Wendy