Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 9 guests in 4 bedrooms

On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
9.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(21 Ratings)

Cottage in Bosham

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

This charming early century cottage is the perfect blend of original features and modern conveniences. The hosts at Blacksmiths have just completed a facelift including recruiting a new specialist cleaning team so guests can look forward to a comfortable stay.
The large kitchen is furnished with everything you will need to comfortably self-cater during your stay. The kitchen includes oven, hob, freezer, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a comfortable seating area overlooking the well maintained and tranquil garden. On warmer days there is a BBQ outside with plenty of outside seating and a shed at the bottom of the garden where you can store your bikes.
At the front of the house is a large cosy living area with a TV and a wood burner, the perfect room to snuggle down after a day of walking around Bosham harbour or even shopping in the nearby Chichester city centre.

This property has 4 bedrooms, a master bedroom with a super king bed and a shower room en suite, 2 king size rooms and a bunk bed room with an extra pull out bed. The family bathroom is on the top floor and has a bath and separate shower.
There is plenty of parking for two cars. Wifi is available.
Please note smoking or lit candles are not permitted in the house.

The house is situated to the east of Bosham which is a quaint village on the Hampshire/Sussex boarder. From the house you can walk to the shore within a few minutes passing through the village itself which is charming and has a collection of sweet little independent shops and two wonderful pubs, The Barclay Arms and The Anchor Bleu which are well worth a try.

If you venture into Chichester you will find a wonderful array of both independent and high street shops and boutiques. If you really fancy a treat book yourself a table at Purchases for a fabulous meal or just cocktails.

For a great day out you can easily reach Portsmouth Historic Dockyard or The Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, home of BBC's The Repair Shop, both places are great fun for any age group. There is outlet shopping, cinema complex and bowling at GunWharf Quays which you can easily reach by car or train from Emsworth. For something a little different you can book seal watching boat trips from Hayling Island or hire kayaks from Emsworth Marina.

Access to the races and Goodwood Motor Circuit is really easy from Emsworth making Brook House the perfect location for when you are attending The Festival of Speed, Glorious Goodwood or The Revival.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Bosham

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Ratings and reviews

9.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(21 Ratings)
6.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
The positives: Comfortable cottage in the quiet village of Bosham. 15 min walk to Bosham harbour which is very scenic. Good location for visiting Chichester, Arundel and beaches. One min walk to village pub. Plenty of space in the cottage and a pretty garden backing on to playing fields. The negatives were as follows: the cottage wasn’t very clean on arrival. Bed linen dirty, towels old and stained with brown streaks, dust, cobwebs and spiders in every room. The gas hob was very dangerous, wouldn’t ignite and when it did, the flame would suddenly go out. Needs a service and thorough clean. Kitchen bin full of previous tenant’s food and not emptied. No bin bags available, no instructions in the folder on what to do in an emergency, eg. Nearest hospital or Dr’s surgery. We phoned the cleaning company on arrival to change the bed linen which they did but shouldn’t this have been done beforehand? On the whole, I think the owner should be made aware of the issues as this could have been a lovely cottage with a little more thought and care.
10.0 / 10.0
Jan 2024
Just had the most wonderful stay at Blacksmiths Cottage. The house was immaculately clean, very well maintained, spacious (enough for two families), warm and cosy and the beds and sofas were super comfy. The kitchen had everything needed for a pleasant stay, we literally didn’t need anything! It was nice to see the housekeeper also left her number on the blackboard should we need her! The garden was lovely and private and backs on to a quiet playing field which was a welcome surprise for kids! The house is also superbly located in a very quiet and peaceful sailing village in Old Bosham and a short walk away from the beautiful idillic estuary. When the tide is in the views are phenomenal. Loads of lovely walks to do as well! We ate at the Berkeley Arms & Anchor Bleu which were both very welcoming and dog friendly too, they even cooked them meals! For a bit of top nosh also try the MillFarm hotel too. The property is very close to GoodWood, the cathedral city of Chichester and the West & East Wittering beaches so plenty of things to thoroughly enjoy. Everything we needed was in the welcome pack or available online. Communication with Henry Adams was very professional and flowed easily. Would highly recommend and we’re very much looking forward to visiting again when we’re in the area.
6.0 / 10.0
Dec 2023
We stayed in this house several years ago and it was lovely. It is a shame that it is being left to deteriorate by lax cleaning and lack of maintenance. It seemed to us that the cleaners do the bare minimum of a quick wipe over of the main surfaces and that everything else has been left for months, or maybe years. We had to wash the cutlery tray ourselves before we could use it and discovered that the drawer underneath was full of crud. The oven hasn't been cleaned for a long time. The bins were covered in muck. The inside of the fridge and freezer had a layer of dirt. All the doors and skirting boards, radiators, windowsills and stairs were covered in layers of dust. The hoover hasn't been under the bed for a long time. The fireplaces were filthy, as were the drawers in the divan. There were cobwebs in all the corners and on ornaments. It all needs a serious deep-clean. As far as maintenance goes, there were several things broken or needing attention, such as the downstairs toilet seat, one of the blinds in the bedroom, the light over the shower and the paintwork everywhere. Some things were rusty, such as the light over the dining table and several door hinges. Some of the windows were draughty, despite being double-glazed. The floorboards upstairs were loose and broken, especially in the landing and the children's bedroom.
8.0 / 10.0
Nov 2023
Short break with the family. plenty of space and well located for the village and harbour. Could have been cleaner but overall a very pleasant few days.
10.0 / 10.0
Nov 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, we had a few issues towards the end of the week but these were very quickly sorted by Charlotte. I would certainly return and recommend
10.0 / 10.0
Dec 2022
Kerry the cleaner was the most helpful wonderful lady; who ensure the home beautiful clean, Christmas decs for the children and helpful via text, cottage was beautiful, everything you need for a holiday home! Beds were super comfy! Kitchen was fully kitted :) we couldn’t have asked for a better home for your stay x
8.0 / 10.0
Sep 2022
We had a great time at Blacksmith's Cottage in Bosham. The cottage was well positioned in the village with only a 5 minute walk to the quay. It was comfortable and well equipped with plenty of space in the all the rooms downstairs & good size airy bedrooms upstairs. The garden was well kept with plenty of furniture and equipment for enjoying it
6.0 / 10.0
Aug 2022
The property was lovely on the surface but as we looked closer there was a lot that was unfinished ie repairing of water leak on walls, outside porch needed repairing. Disappointed that there were no details about what to do, where to go in the area and instructions on how to use the electrical equipment were sadly non existent!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Bosham?

The average price for a rental in Bosham is $342 per night. This rental is $2 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 9 guests in 4 bedrooms. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 9 guests in 4 bedrooms pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Blacksmiths Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 9 guests in 4 bedrooms?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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