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Poynings, Sussex
A beautiful hand built shepherd's hut for two at the foot of the South Downs at Poynings, with a wood burner, an outdoor shower, an enclosed garden and one dog welcome.
The Little Chapel is a beautiful, hand built shepherd's hut at the foot of the South Downs National Park, set in the grounds of a garden centre at Poynings, and it is a luxurious escape for a couple and their dog. One dog is welcome on this dog friendly stay, and the Downs offer great local walks and cycle trails to share with it.
Inside, the hut is decorated to feel cosy and romantic. A well equipped kitchen area sits alongside a dining table in front of the wood burner, ready for a romantic supper or a game of cards, with the dog curled up close to the fire. The king size bed lies at one end of the hut with views across the countryside, a Smart TV is there for box sets, and the shower room's electric towel rail means warm towels each morning.
Outside, the hut has its own enclosed and secluded garden, with a delightful outdoor overhead shower to end a busy day. Two sun loungers, a charcoal BBQ, a pizza oven and somewhere to sit and eat take care of meals outdoors, and when night falls the fire pit is lit, you snuggle up on the cosy seating with the dog at your feet, and marshmallows are toasted under starry skies.
The farm shop and cafe are right there in the garden centre grounds, and a complimentary breakfast hamper of local produce is provided. Devil's Dyke is 2.7 miles away, Poynings Grange and Albourne Estate are among the local vineyards, and Brighton, 7 miles off, has the i360 and plenty of shops and galleries. After a long walk with the dog, the local pub is the place to finish.
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from £545 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed garden with an outdoor shower, charcoal BBQ and pizza oven, patio table and chairs and sun loungers | Babes in arms welcome | Private parking for 1 car | Beach 5 miles, pub 1 mile, farm shop
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Rooms
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £545 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Bbq, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
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Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is The Little Chapel dog friendly?
Yes, The Little Chapel welcomes one dog. The property has its own enclosed garden, so your dog can be outside safely, and the location couldn't be better placed for a dog-focused stay — the South Downs escarpment rises directly from the edge of the village, with Devil's Dyke just half a mile up the hill.
Are dogs allowed at The Little Chapel year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, and the nature of the stay — a wood burner, enclosed garden and direct access to open downland — suggests it's well set up for visits at any time of year. That said, it's always worth confirming directly with the owner when you book.
What should I know before visiting The Little Chapel with my dog?
The property accommodates one dog, so it's not suitable for multi-dog households. The good news is that the walking couldn't be more convenient — there are no gates to negotiate and no roads to cross on the climb up to Devil's Dyke, just open access chalk downland from the edge of the village. A breakfast hamper is provided on arrival, which means you can head straight out with your dog first thing without needing to drive anywhere for supplies.
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