Built about 1900, the cottage is one of four, accessed via some steps from a quiet lane. Parking is on the roadside, in a lay-by. There is a bus stop close by. The border with Hampshire is just a few steps up the lane.

The Sussex village of Westbourne has 4 pubs, an Indian restaurant, café, a good fish and chip shop, bakery, general store and post office, petrol station, art gallery, florist, chemists and doctors surgery.

The cottage is equipped to a high standard, is very cosy and tastefully furnished with some antiques. White bed linen and towels are included, and the cottage thoroughly cleaned before your arrival. Please bring your own beach towels.

• From the front porch, the door opens into the sitting room with fitted carpet, a cast iron fireplace, TV and Video, games and puzzles and comfortable seating. The sofa converts to a double bed with a sprung mattress.
• A door leads to the dining room, with a gas fired wood burner stove, oak table and chairs, HiFi/CD player and a small library of CD’s, videos and books. There are also instructions on operating appliances, and suggestions of places to visit, walks, and places to eat etc.
• The kitchen is well equipped with washer/drier, dishwasher, gas cooker, microwave and fridge with 4* freezer. There are a table and chairs, and a door to the garden.
• The garden is a sun trap; there is a patio and seating area, with hardwood table chairs and parasol. There is also a Weber BBQ. The south west facing patio is ideal for catching the sunsets, and is adjacent to open fields.
• The bathroom is compact, with a good power shower over the bath.
• The stairs are enclosed, and lead to a double bedroom with king size brass/cast iron bed overlooking fields to the front, and a single bedroom overlooking the fields to the back. The stairs and bedrooms have fitted carpet.
• A cot, highchair and selection of toys are available. Baby sitting can be arranged.
• A quiet well behaved dog is permitted by prior arrangement.
• Your welcome includes locally produced fresh flowers, eggs, bread, milk and a cake.
• The considerable local knowledge of the owner is available to help you enjoy your stay.
• Ready meals from your order at www.cookfood.co.uk can be placed in the fridge/freezer for your arrival by prior arrangement.