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Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning

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Idyllic Rosebud Holiday Cottage
Relax in the cosy living room.
Make the most of the well equipped kitchen.
The lovely main bedroom.
Relax in the lovely back garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near South Downs Way National Trail
2 bedroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning

When you arrive you can enjoy cake and all you need for a cup of tea or coffee.. You'll also find freshly picked flowers from the garden.
Curl up on the comfy sofa or sit outside and relax: in the beautiful garden: You'll hear the bubbling mill stream which runs close by!
You will be only a couple of minutes walk from independently run shops, pubs, and restaurants. Country footpaths are also just a stone's throw away.
The local coast and Brighton are easy to access by car or public transport and Gatwick is a 40 minute drive. The cottage is a perfect base for exploring Sussex and the South Downs National Park with its historic towns, castles, vineyards and incredible gardens.

Free parking in the street.

The bathroom is on the ground floor. The stairs are fairly steep (typical of a property of this age) but have a hand rail.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Maximum of 3 including a child
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No candles or naked lights

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8127407
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Steyning

Located in Steyning, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Brighton Pier is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Preston Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The 1st Central County Ground Hove or Withdean Sports Complex. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Steyning, England

What's nearby

  • Steyning Leisure Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Andrews Church - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Downs Way National Trail - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bramber Castle - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • South Downs National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Lancing Station - 10 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The village house hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cobblestone Tea House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sussex Produce Company - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Cosy Rosebud Cottage in Picturesque Steyning located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Downs Way National Trail and South Downs National Park. Bramber Castle is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ardalan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Historic Town and lovely Place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very possibly the cleanest holiday let I've ever stayed in. Ideally located for an event at Wiston Estate. Jenny was brilliant with communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much!
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but perfectly arranged, clean and comfortable.Close to town centre facilities but relatively quiet side street. Host attentive/thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2025
Many thanks for your positive comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable and well located

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the cottage which was comfortable and well supplied with all we needed. Well located for travelling and with a super high street providing supplies for your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2022
So glad to hear you really enjoyed staying in the cottage. Many thanks for leaving it clean and tidy. Do hope you are able to stay again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fabulous cottage

Comfortable, clean and a perfect base for exploring the area. The property has everything you need and the host could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2024
Many thanks! You are welcome back anytime. Hope you can stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful cottage

This cottage is a real find and we had a relaxing few days exploring the local beaches and walks. The cottage has absolutely everything you would need. I would highly recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2025
Many thanks for your lovely comments and recommendation. So glad you enjoyed your stay and do hope you can return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The South Downs

Cosy , warm cottage. A welcome retreat from the inclement weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Rosebud cottage

We spent two weeks in Jenny's lovely cottage. Excellent location just off the high street. Fortunately we were there for the market held on the first Saturday in the month. Sussex Produce is great to shop in. Emily's for lunch and evenings visiting the Star public house across the Road. Thank you Jenny for your kind hospitality. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week

The cottage was like a our home. I think this is the best words what any person could say. We felt like a our home. Everything was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
That's fantastic Luis. Thank you so much for your feedback. I do hope you and your family can stay again. You are most welcome at any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent find

An attractive little property which is loved by the owner who could not have been more helpful. The garden is beautiful. Although there isn’t a parking space outside, we were able to park close by.It is in an ideal location for visiting Brighton, Worthing, Chichester, Arundel and National Trust properties in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2025
Many thanks - so glad you appreciated the garden. Do stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsaye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

The cottage was very clean, comfortable and well kept. Seating outside at the front and back of the cottage, which was a nice touch. Parking was available in the pub car park across the road. The owner had created a folder with lots of information about the area, walks and places of interest. Would really recommend staying here if visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2023
Many thanks for your positive comments. Glad to hear you appreciated the garden benches and the information provided for guests. Do hope you can stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jancis D.

Cosy Cottage in Charming Steyning.

The cottage was very well furnished and comfortable. There was an impressive range of local guides and information. Sadly we chose a time of very bad weather and could not fully explore the walks etc. Steyning has some good pubs and places to eat and is a great base for the South Downs. Jenny, the owner is very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your lovely comments about the cottage. I am glad you appreciated Steyning as well. Sorry to hear that you were let down by the weather.. I do hope you will be able to stay again when it is warmer and drier.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Characterful Cottage

Everything supplied with attention to detail. Easy to follow instructions on everything. An ambiance that you're not living in an easy-to-clean holiday let but a user-friendly home from home. Only one thing could have made our perfect stay even better... cotton sheets - to complement the lovely large fluffy towels.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Many thanks for your lovely comments. So glad you enjoyed the ambiance. Do stay again. (I will make sure you have cotton sheets next time!)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

Well placed lovely character comfy cottage

The cottage is well placed within a picturesque village. Very comfortable and decorated to a high standard throughout - home from home. New bathroom and lovely garden to sit in. The bedrooms are comfortable and clean. Only 20 minutes from the beach and within easy reach of London via the train. Steyning has lovely local shops that provide everything you need. There was a tea tray and cake waiting for us on arrival which was much appreciated. Couldn't get parked outside the house but were able to park in the local pub car park all week only 2 minutes away. Would definately recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely comments about my cottage. I'm so glad you liked it. I do hope you will be able to stay again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Spotlessly clean and everything you need

We spent a wonderful week at this very cute and cosy cottage. Attention to detail shows throughout the cottage - it is comfortable, beautifully decorated, very clean throughout, well-equipped and well-designed. It feels like a lot of thought has been put in to ensure guests have a lovely stay. Steyning is a beautiful small town and is well-served with pubs, bakeries, cafes, tea rooms and a supermarket - these are all within a short walk of the cottage. There are lots of gorgeous historic buildings and the ancient Norman church in Church St dates back to the 11th century. The Seven Sisters are an easy drive away, and Parham House, Nyman's gardens and Sheffield Park gardens are all an easy drive along very pretty country roads and shouldn't be missed by garden lovers. Thanks, Jenny, for a lovely week. We are already planning next year's stay! Rod and Rachel Short, South Australia
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thanks for that great feedback Rachel. I really enjoy doing all I can to make my cottage attractive and well equipped. Glad you were able to visit the Seven Sisters and some Sussex Gardens. I particularly recommend West Dean and Borde Hill Gardens and also Denman's and Highdown on any future visit. Do hope you stay at my cottage again .. Jenny
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely cottage, perfect for our visit. We hope to be back.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien

Très satisfait de notre séjour dans une magnifique petit ville. La location était très bien avec une facilité de garer la voiture juste à coté ( 2 minutes à pieds sur le parking du Pub où Emma nous a reçu très gentilement pour laisser la voiture pendant notre séjour) Nous avons pu découvrir cette région qui est magnifique avec ces paysages et les villes qui ne sont pas loin avec leurs musées et monuments
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your visit. I hope you are able to stay again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rits V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Prima huis, alleen in het tweede deel wat geluidsoverlast van de bakkerij ernaast

Prima huis
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2022
So glad you thought my cottage was a great house. Thanks for your feedback.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steyning

A very comfortable stay in a lovely cottage which is in an ideal location in Steyning.
Stayed 52 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2022
So glad you liked the cottage and its location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Lovely, comfortable cottage with everything you need for a happy stay. Little garden glorious with massed roses and other flowers. The town has interesting shops, proper country pubs and is also very pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2021
Many thanks for such lovely comments about the cottage, its garden and Steyning. I do hope you will be able to stay again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Jenny gave clear and comprehensive information about the accommodation in advance. The cottage is clean and cosy. The village is in a great location. We had a very enjoyable few days walking the downs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P. s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

holiday in steyning

very nice and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Many thanks. So pleased you liked it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hermann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Süßes, gemütliches Cottage

Der Aufenthalt in Rosebud Cottage hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Es ist ein kleines, gemütliches uns sehr sauberes Häuschen. Insgesamt hochwertig und mit viel liebe zum Detail ausgestattet. Immer wieder gerne.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
So glad you loved your stay at Rosebud Cottage. Many thanks for commenting on the cleanliness and the attention to detail. Do hope you are able to stay again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley B.

A beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need !

Jenny has organised the delightful property extremely well .Comfortable and spotlessly clean .Steyning is a picture postcard village with lots of near by things to do . I will definitely be back !!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your kind comments. You are most welcome back at anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Lovely place!

My parents absolutely loved their stay at the cottage. It was very clean and very cosy. I was particularly impressed by how quickly Jenny responded to my emails. I highly recommend Rosebud Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Many thanks.. So glad your parents loved their stay. I do hope you or your parents will be able to stay again in the future. Jenny

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Wilkes

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I love letting out my cottage and do all I can to ensure guests have an enjoyable time. I take great pride in my cottage garden which is full of flowering plants - an ideal place to relax outside ..
I was born and grew in West Sussex not far from my cottage. I spent most of my working life teaching in adult education. Now my main job is running my cottage which I really enjoy.

Why they chose this property

The location could not have been better. Near the village centre with great shops, pubs, marvellous cafes and restaurants yet a short distance from country footpaths.
The cottage itself was just what I wanted - light & bright with plenty of character. It also had a second bedroom & and a separate kitchen. I saw the potential for creating a lovely garden. Its position at the end of the terrace meant more space & more privacy too.

What makes this property unique

The cottage has plenty of character and is such a cosy and relaxing place to stay. Guests comment on how well equipped it is.
The flower garden is an added bonus - a lovely place to sit outside in the warmer months.
It is in an ideal location for anyone who likes walking - you are so close to a network of country footpaths - yet within a few minutes walk from pubs, cafes, restaurants and independently run local shops.
Steyning is a lovely small rural community - a great base for exploring Sussex. You are only 5 miles from the coast & within easy reach of Brighton.

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