Dog-friendly Hotels South Downs

Little Yew Tree Lodge is positioned in a small village called Worlds End in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Furnished to a high standard with a fantastic, sociable, open plan living/dining and kitchen with everything you could need for a very comfortable stay. Sleeping for up to four guests, there are two bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other with a double, both boasting their own modern en-suite bathrooms with walk in showers.
French doors lead to a lovely patio area off the rear bedroom, the perfect spot for that morning coffee. The large rear garden is the perfect spot to enjoy both day and night. Why not escape the sun and shelter with a book under the sheltered pergola. Or enjoy a relaxing time in the wood-fired, oxygen-cleaned hot tub with led lights. A perfect way to spend a summer’s evening.
Little Yew Tree Lodge is ideal for couples, friends or a small family looking to embrace Hampshire’s beautiful countryside, with lots of beautiful walks and cycling trails, yet easily accessible to an array of activities and sites. A great location to enjoy the hugely popular events at Goodwood and Fontwell Park Racecourse. Close by Hambledon Vineyard, nestled on the edge of the South Downs, is England’s oldest commercial vineyard. Sparkling wine is produced on-site in the gravity-fed state of the art winery – the only one in the UK.
Easy reach are beaches at Hayling Island, Southsea, and West Wittering’s and just a 25-minute drive from the nautical city of Portsmouth with the amazing views from the top of Spinnaker Tower, designer outlet shopping and waterside dining at Gunwharf Quays. Day trips to the Isle of Wight and HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition, The D-Day Museum, Southsea castle and Blue Reef Aquarium. The historic cathedral city of Winchester, 30 minutes away, boasting many historic attractions such as Winchester Cathedral, King Arthur’s Round Table and Jane Austen’s House. The city is host to a variety of events throughout the year including street theatre, jazz festivals and outdoor cinema and film events. Also known for its Christmas market with outdoor ice rink.

This delightful detached barn conversion enjoys a peaceful location overlooking fields and paddocks and has its own hot tub! What better way to relax after a day of walking along the South Downs or exploring the various sightseeing attractions, than to sit back in the warm bubbles and savour the lovely view. There is an enclosed patio garden with outside furniture, ideal for eating al fresco on warm balmy evenings. The Barn is situated adjacent to the owner’s home and has been carefully converted to allow for features such as a stable door, wooden beams and wood burner. The owners ensure guests comfort and have added many extras and homely touches. The first floor bedrooms have sloping ceilings and there is plenty of wardrobe space with additional storage on the landing.

There is so much to do in the area. Only 15 minutes’ drive away is historic Arundel with its magnificent castle, antique and book shops, eateries, cathedral, open air pool, wild fowl and wetlands. Slightly further is Chichester with Festival Theatre, boat tours, extensive shopping, Goodwood (Glorious Goodwood, Festival of Speed and Revival for motor racing) and Fontwell for a day at the races. Other race courses within easy reach include Brighton and Lingfield. Beaches within a 30 minute-drive include West Wittering, Worthing and the ever popular cosmopolitan city of Brighton, with its pier, Regency Royal Pavilion, theatres and art galleries.

There are many stately homes and gardens to discover too, some of which are National Trust, including Petworth House, Goodwood House and Gardens, Nymans, Glyndebourne, Sheffield Park and Borde Hill. Also within easy driving distance is Cowdray for polo. For bird lovers and wildlife, visit nearby RSPB Pulborough. There are various golf clubs all within easy reach, and horse riding too. Beach 12 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1¾ miles.