West Sussex Vacation Rental barn: Arundel

Unique, period, riverside property with stunning views in historic Arundel.

West Sussex barn rental - The Old Sail Loft on the banks of the River Arun
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Description Barn, 95 m²,
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2
Amenities town, waterfront, terrace, balcony, pets considered, internet access
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£200 - £500/night 
£975 - £2,000/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$334 - $835/night 
$1,628 - $3,340/week 
Linsi Halsey
Speaks: English
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Photos and Description of the West Sussex vacation barn rental Stylish & spacious converted hayloft on the riverside in Arundel (sleeps 2)

Unique landmark property recently converted to a very high standard (originally built for the Duke of Norfolk c1850) offering a spacious retreat ideally suited to a couple. Fabulous farmhouse kitchen/dining room, with open fire, armchairs, dining table, 6 chairs, Aga plus conventional oven & hob, F/F, dishwasher. Upstairs is a contemporary living room, plus mezzanine snug area, large oak balcony overlooking the river (great for sundowners!) with stunning views of the Castle & Cathedral. Master bedroom (sleeps 2) with high vaulted ceilings, free-standing, double-ended slipper bath. Separate luxury shower room. Secure parking for 2 cars behind electric gates, plus courtyard/BBQ area overlooking river. Short stroll to the Castle, many bars & restaurants, shops, heated outdoor Lido swimming pool, & the Wildfowl & Wetland Centre. Ideal base for Arundel Festival, Goodwood Festival of Speed & Revival, Glorious Goodwood, Golf, & Chichester Festival Theatre -all less than 10miles away.
West Sussex barn rental - The Balcony overlooking the River with fine views.

The Balcony overlooking the River with fine views.
West Sussex barn rental - The Aga Kitchen/Dining Room with open fireplace

The Aga Kitchen/Dining Room with open fireplace
West Sussex barn rental - The Old Sail Loft on the banks of the River Arun

The Old Sail Loft on the banks of the River Arun
West Sussex barn rental - Living Room with Mezzanine above.

Living Room with Mezzanine above.
West Sussex barn rental - First floor Living Room viewed from the Mezzanine

First floor Living Room viewed from the Mezzanine
West Sussex barn rental - Spacious Bedroom

Spacious Bedroom
West Sussex barn rental - The Old Sail Loft as seen from over the river

The Old Sail Loft as seen from over the river
West Sussex barn rental - Double-ended Slipper Bath in the Bedroom

Double-ended Slipper Bath in the Bedroom

Location: England

Nearest Airport: Gatwick at 30 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Portsmouth at 25 Miles
Nearest Train: Ford and/or Arundel at 1 Miles
Nearest Motorway: A27 at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 3 Miles
Car: not necessary
Arundel is a beautiful, historic medieval market town, nestling between the stunning countryside of the South Downs & the refreshing coast of West Sussex. Arundel's home to one of the few remaining inhabited Castles in the country, & was recently used, in part, as Windsor Castle in the feature film 'The Young Victoria' due to hit cinema screens March 09. The town is a truly unique place & has something of interest for everyone. It has a very friendly atmosphere & an eclectic mix of inhabitants. It offers peace & tranquility yet at the same time, the vibrant hub of a town where there is so much to do, all on your doorstep. Arundel is home to it's popular Festival in Aug/Sep where open air concerts are staged in & around the Castle grounds & many artists display their work in the homes of the townsfolk & in shops for visitors to browse or buy. The Goodwood Festival of Speed & Revival Meeting are held under 10miles away, as are The Chichester Festival Theatre, golf & horse racing events.

Availability Calendar

Updated:
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Rental Rates for this vacation barn rental in West Sussex, United Kingdom

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
British Pounds
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Off Peak Nov 1, 2009 - Nov 30, 2009 £975 £200 - £225 - - 2 Nights
Christmas in Arundel Dec 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 £2,000 £300 - £500 - - 1 Week
Off Peak Jan 1, 2010 - Apr 30, 2010 £975 £200 - £225 - - 2 Nights
Peak May 1, 2010 - Jun 30, 2010 £1,350 £250 - £300 - - 2 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (British Pounds) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • PLEASE NOTE: Fridays attract the weekend rate relevant to the period, and ARE NOT counted as weekdays. The MINIMUM stay during the WEEK is THREE nights, but at weekends (Fri-Sun) the minimum stay is two nights. Telephone or email bookings will be held for 5 days and confirmed on receipt of a 25% deposit within that time. The 75% balance is due two months before, or at the time of booking, whichever is the sooner.
    In addition, a security deposit of £500 is held against any damages sustained, but of course is fully refundable in the event of no damages, as is the norm.
  • The Old Sail Loft is new to this website as from March 2009, be one of the first to try us out!

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation barn rental in West Sussex, United Kingdom

Property Type:
  • barn (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 95 m²
Location Type:
  • town
  • waterfront
Theme:
  • romantic
  • historic
General:
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • clothes dryer
  • grill
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 4 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • Bathroom 1 -
  • In addition to the shower room, there is a free standing bath in the bedroom area, for those preferring a romantic soak! There is a luxury double trough basin, so no arguments over who cleans their teeth first! Plenty of towels provided for the shower room and the bath.
Bedrooms:
  • 1 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 2 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen
  • Only one bedroom albeit very spacious, but only geared up to cater for the individual, or a couple. There is a free standing bath WITHIN the bedroom area, also there is a large TV & Video Player & CD Player. The bedroom has the luxury of ample space in which to relax & high vaulted ceilings creating space & light. There is also a feature apex window so you can watch the stars at night! The bedroom has painted wooden floorboards and sheepskin rugs either side of the bed. There is plenty of linen, duvet, pillows and a fake fur throw for the cooler nights. Ample bespoke, built-in wardrobes.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • DVD
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband
Outside:
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 6 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • children not allowed
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
Local Activities:
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding
Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • equestrian events
  • fitness center
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • pond
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • hunting small game
  • live theater
  • paddle boating
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional
Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Notes: We are fairly flexible as to the basis we let this property on (ie: self catering or with provisions) and so please feel free to discuss your preferred requirements with us. It is possible to go rod fishing on the adjacent riverbank (no rod licence nec). Whilst this property, from the outside, looks like the large detached home that it is, we designed the inside for ourselves and as such it has few rooms. However, the rooms that it has, are well planned and offer the luxury of space & light. With this in mind, the property really does only suit single or double occupancy and no more. It is a perfect base for someone wishing to spend some quality time solo, or meeting up with friends in Arundel. Equally, it is ideally suited to a couple seeking a romantic getaway, in a 'boutique-hotel' style setting, with the entire place all to yourself. We hope that you choose to stay at The Old Sail Loft soon and that you enjoy yourself so much that you will want to visit again and again! Thank you.

Further details for this vacation barn rental in West Sussex, United Kingdom

Other Activities: World Class Cricket @Arundel, Watersports Centre & Theatre @Chichester, Golf, Flying, Motor Racing, @Goodwood, Horse Racing@G'wood & Fontwell.

Reviews for this vacation barn rental in West Sussex, United Kingdom

Rating
5 out of 5

Luxurious, restful getaway

barrie and hannah los angeles, ca, usa
Review Submitted: November 13, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
We loved our stay at the Old Sail Loft. Linsi and Ben were very welcoming and attentive, keen to ensure that we had the best possible experience in their beautiful home. The property is immaculately presented and provided ideal accommodation for a few days of well-needed relaxation. The fixtures, fittings and furnishings are all very tasteful and of an extremely high standard and very well maintained. Everything worked exactly as it should. For a private residence type rental property this is pretty much as close to a five star hotel experience as you are likely to get. Particularly generous was the invitation to use anything from the well stocked larder/pantry and drinks cabinet. The kitchen was extremely well equipped -the Aga being a very nice country touch.The house is brilliantly located with great views of Arundel, the castle being within easy walking distance. Arundel itself is a perfect hub from which to explore all the other attractions of the the South Downs and Sussex, with beautiful countryside, the coast etc.all within easy reach. Overall, a wonderful find and a most enjoyable time. Many thanks!
Owner's Response: Praise indeed - Thank you! Another fabulous review, and very descriptive, which is so helpful to reassure future potential guests as to what they can expect from our home on the riverbank in Arundel. We always feel so biased in our description of the ambience of this place, so we are delighted to hear that it lives up to, and sometimes exceeds, expectations. No trick photography, no exaggerated descriptions or poetic licence, and no false promises. What you see in our listing, is exactly what you get, and more. We are so pleased that our guests notice and enjoy, all the extra touches and extra effort we go to, to make sure they leave this place having loved their stay here, and hoping to visit here again sometime. We are blessed yet again, with the best of guests. This place seems to attract the nicest, possible people, and that we are very thankful for. Book with the complete confidence of knowing you will have the best possible experience here that you could ever have.
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Rating
5 out of 5

wonderful break

yannet cambridge
Review Submitted: September 15, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2009
Fabulous home, designer level decor but never detrimental to relaxation - what could be more ideal? Perfect riverbank setting in beautiful old town of Arundel.. Anyone thinking of both a relaxing and romantic break could do no better than chosing the Old Sail Loft
Owner's Response: Thank you so very much for your complimentary review, & for taking the trouble to post it on the website for others to see as a valuable point of reference.We take it as a huge accolade (with your outstanding expertise in interior design), that you liked our choice of decor & furnishings, and that you were still able to be comfy-cosy without losing the edgey, stylistic atmosphere that we have created in this place. Also thank you for being fabulous guests here too - please come again!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Just what we needed...

Gary White Jersey
Review Submitted: July 25, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
The Old Sail Loft is a stunning, period property with a comfortable yet contemporary feel. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to friends looking for a relaxing break. The location is perfect with lots to see and do in Arundel and only a short drive from the beach and other nearby towns. The property has everything you could ask for in terms of facilities with and with plenty of indoor and outdoor living space. Linsi and Ben were terrific hosts and did everything possible to ensure we enjoyed our stay! So, if you are looking for a romantic weekend or just a relaxing break... but are fed up with staying in hotels, The Old Sail Loft is definitely a 5* alternative.
Owner's Response: Thank you so much! It is very reassuring to hear back such positive feedback from our discerning guests, especially those that have travelled the world and are used to experiencing the very high standards set by some of the best 5* Hotels, to be compared to them is a massive compliment and we are very grateful indeed. We have been incredibly fortunate that our visitors have all been 5* guests too and treated The Old Sail Loft with the care & respect that it deserves, as if it were their own, which we truely appreciate.

Please do spread the word & visit us again soon!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Home from Home

peonies london
Review Submitted: June 9, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
We decided we would like a break from our hectic life style & chose the Old Sail Barn for its location and the enthusiastic repsonse we received from the Lindsay.

The detached property was exceptional inside and out. We were warmly greeted by Lindsay and Ben who are the most caring and considerate rental owners we have had the pleasure to met. They have made a fantastic job of converting the barn into a very comfortable and stylish home for two.

On entering the property we found a wonderfully large country kitchen, with all the mod cons you would want. The American fridge freezer was stuffed with goodies for us to work our way through and the Aga gave us the tastiest toast!

The barn has been designed for two and the space and light were perfect for a relaxing retreat. Lindsay has gone to a great deal of care to present the Old Sail to match the standards of a boutique hotel. From the choice of bedlinen to the fluffy towels, we were amazingly impressed with the attention to detail throughout the property, Lindsay & Ben are both very creative people and this is reflected in the property.

The living space and the large balcony upstairs did not disappoint, with fantastic weather we were able to relax inside and out, we watched the river go by from the sofa as the weather cooled down!

We managed to drag our selfs out and see the sites of Arundel, a walk along the river, around the castle grounds even a game of mini golf! The recommendation of the Townhouse restaurant made for a fantastic meal.

We were celebrating our anniversary on our stay and Ben kindly took us down the river on his boat. He was such great company it was like being out with a friend, we even stopped off for drinks and lunch at the Black Rabbit pub by the river, a must on the list of things to do.
We would recommend this property to any couple who want to get away from it all and relax in stylish & comfortable surroundings.

Big thanks for making our stay so fab!
Owner's Response: Thank you for being such great visitors! The Old Sail Loft was happy to have you and you left it as immaculate as you found it, so thank you again. It is so fulfilling to hear back positive comments such as yours and also for you to have taken the trouble to go into such detail about the extra touches that we aim to provide to make your stay so special and perfect, we were happy that you noticed them and that they made all the difference. It makes all the effort we go to worthwhile, and we felt very happy that we were trusting our beloved home into your safe hands for a few days. We feel that this place is very well suited to a certain type of person and you guys fitted the bill perfectly, which is probably why you had such a great time here, and also probably why we got on so well with you. We look forward to seeing you here again some time soon and handing the keys safely over to you again.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Great for a relaxing break

Maurice_Traveller London
Review Submitted: April 17, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
Thanks so much for a brilliant break, it was just what we were both after. Arundel is delightful and the property is set a few minutes walk from the town and the castle. Enjoying a glass of champagne on the balcony overlooking the river was divine but our favourite part of the property (well, my girlfriends favourite part) was the bath in the bedroom- very luxurious!.
All in all a great property with all the luxuries of modern living but with heaps of character as well. Highly recommended.
Owner's Response: Fantastic! Our very first guests to stay at The Old Sail Loft enjoyed their stay and we are very grateful to receive such a glowing review from them! (The first of many more to come we hope).

We aim to provide the basis of a luxurious and romantic stay for our guests and Arundel is such a magical Town in which to base yourself. Arguably, we have from our balcony, one of the best views in Arundel, and no camera can attempt to show it at it's best-you should definitely come and see it for yourself! We are blessed to have such a unique home here, and never take it for granted. We love it and are delighted to enable others to enjoy it too. Reviews are so important to travellers, and we really appreciate our guests having taken the time after their stay to pass on the details of their experience with us. Thank you.
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