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Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool

Chichester vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 3220 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Batchmere, West Sussex
  • Place, Chichester Harbour National Landscape
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Chichester Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, West Wittering Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chichester

In Chichester .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Chichester vacation home, you'll find Chichester Harbour National Landscape and Chichester Harbour. Pagham Harbour Nature Reserve and South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Chichester Harbour National Landscape - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Chichester Harbour - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Fishbourne Roman Palace - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Chichester Cathedral - 16 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • West Wittering Beach - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Fishbourne Station - 11 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Monster By The Bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lamb Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Boulevard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wittering - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool

Summary:

Experience a unique stay in this exquisitely restored and thoughtfully designed showmans carriage, nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside. Just 10 minutes from the beautiful beaches of Bracklesham Bay and the Witterings, this charming accommodation offers a delightful retreat for those seeking both comfort and a touch of adventure. There is also a swimming pool within the grounds for guests to enjoy (pre booked, paid slots).



✔ King-sized bed

✔ Sofa bed to create second room

✔ Kitchenette

✔ Private yard with covered BBQ area

✔ Private use of swimming pool (PREBOOK SLOT FOR £75)



See more below!



The Space:

Escape to the West Sussex countryside and discover this unique, recently-remodelled showman’s carriage. While it may appear small in size, it offers everything you could need for a care-free and relaxing stay.



Named "One Way Round", the carriage is vibrant and cleverly designed throughout, with the living/dining area easily converted into a second bedroom. The compact kitchenette has everything you need to prepare meals or beach picnics and the shower room is surprisingly spacious.



There is plenty of outdoor space, with seating in front of the carriage for your morning coffee or evening drink. You also have your very own covered, outdoor dining space, with BBQ and fire pit to enjoy long alfresco evenings.



★ LIVING/DINING AREA ★



With vibrant wallpaper, pops of colour and vintage touches, the carriage's main living space is playful but practical. For additional guests, the room quickly changes into an additional sleeping space should you need it for a third guest.



✔ Comfortable sofa (can be turned into an additional bed)

✔ Murphy dining table with 2 foldable chairs

✔ Wood burning stove

✔ TV



★ KITCHENETTE ★



Thoughtfully designed to house everything you need, you’ll have no problem preparing basic meals and drinks in the carriage’s cute kitchenette.



✔ Microwave

✔ Toaster and kettle

✔ Two ring hob

✔ Fridge

✔ Cafetière

✔ Microwave



★ BEDROOM ★



When night falls, sink into the king-sized bed separated from the main living space by sliding doors. You’re guaranteed a great night’s sleep surrounded by peaceful countryside.



✔ King-sized bed with luxurious pillows, bedding and linen

✔ Bedside shelves

✔ Vintage lights

✔ Plug sockets

✔ Towels



★ SHOWER ROOM ★



Freshen up after a day exploring the area or at the beach in the surprisingly spacious, powder blue shower room. The vintage theme continues with unique fixtures and fittings and marble tiles.



✔ Large shower

✔ Stainless steel taps and shower head

✔ Vintage mirror

✔ Toilet

✔ Sink

✔ Essential toiletries



★ OUTDOOR SPACE ★



You’re truly spoilt by the carriage's surroundings. Enjoy a cup of coffee outside on the patio or head across to your own private BBQ area with dining furniture for breakfast, lunch or dinner.



✔ Outdoor dining furniture to seat 4

✔ BBQ and fire pit

✔ Patio area with vintage furniture

✔ Covered dining space



POOL ★



Guests can book private use of the heated seasonal swimming pool, open from May to September, for an additional charge.

The pool is shared between three holiday properties. To ensure each group has privacy and exclusive use during their swim, the pool is available to book in private 3-hour slots from 9am–12pm or 3pm–6pm. Private pool sessions are charged at £75 per 3-hour slot and are subject to availability.

The pool is not included as part of your stay.



*Please note, there are several caravan pitches on site, as well as another renovated carriage. Caravan camping is in a field beyond the carriage and does not overlook the showman's carriage, nor the other accommodation.



Guest Access:

The remodelled carriage is exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind and make yourself at home.



Other than the already mentioned amenities, it also features:



✔ Heating

✔ Free private parking

✔ Pets welcome



The Neighborhood:

The listing is nestled in the peaceful settlement of Batchmere, a serene part of West Sussex County, right in between Chichester and Witterings.



This lovely setting allows you to escape the everyday hustle and bustle and enjoy the natural beauties surrounding the area while still being close to major attractions and places of interest.



✔ West Wittering beach (10 min away)

✔ Bracklesham Bay (7 min away)

✔ Chichester Golf Club (7 min away)

✔ Chichester Marina (7 min away)

✔ Chichester (15 min away)

✔ Weald & Downland Living Museum (24 min away)

✔ Goodwood House (24 min away)

✔ Arundel Castle (31 min away)

✔ Petworth House and Park (43 min away)



Getting Around:

We strongly recommend that you arrive in a car as it will give you much freedom to explore and enjoy the beautiful West Sussex area. As you already know, we offer free parking space.



Other Things to Note:

★ POOL USE ★



Guests at this property can enjoy access to a heated seasonal swimming pool, open from May to September. The pool is shared between three holiday lets, but can be booked for private use in 3-hour slots, so you’ll have it entirely to yourselves during your session! Slots are available from 9am–12pm or 3pm–6pm, charged at £75 per slot. Please contact us separately to request and book your preferred pool time (subject to availability).*



★ MINUT ★



Our property’s quiet hours (10pm to 8am) are in place to ensure that everyone can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.



We care a lot about maintaining good relationships with our community, so we appreciate you following our house rules during your stay. We use a smart home technology to help protect our guests, the surrounding community and the property,



‘Minut' is a smart home device that measures volume levels throughout the property and allows us to respond to noise nuisances without disrupting your stay. It also records temperature and humidity. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. If you have any questions, please ask.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 220 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No unregistered guests allowed Please don’t eat in the bedrooms Please respect the noise curfew Please respect check-in and check-out times Please ...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.2 mi (51-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi (16-min drive) from West Wittering Beach and 9.8 mi (17-min drive) from Bognor Regis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool to downtown Chichester?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Earnley.

Restored Showman's Carriage, King Bed and Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay - everything you need is there and it’s so cosy. Very happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and friendly helpful host.We loved it and so did our dog.Very comfortable bed and good supply hot water in spacious shower. Kitchen a bit limited as no oven, but we eat out mostly at excellent pubs 5 mins drive away. You do need a car though as no shops or pubs nearby. We loved the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The showmans carriage is a lovely place to stay. Negatives -There was some dust and cobwebs throughout. The kitchen is very basic and would be improved with a small air fryer (we brought our own) and the mattress dips in the middle. A blind on the kitchen is really needed.Positives - Overall though we had a lovely time, it's so peaceful and the log burner was great.Enjoyed some local walks and tried some of the nearby eateries
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025