Compass Cottage , Emsworth - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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A marina with multiple sailboats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with a toaster, cabinets, a sink, and a trash bin.
A cozy kitchen with a fireplace, wooden cabinets, and a dining area.
A patio with wicker furniture and steps leading to a garden area.
A neatly made bed with pillows, a chandelier, a lamp, and a view of a canal through a window.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Chichester Harbour

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garden
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Emsworth, Hampshire
  • Place, Chichester Harbour National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chichester Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Garden

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About the area

Emsworth

Located in Emsworth, this cottage is on the beach. South Downs National Park and Chichester Harbour National Landscape reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Havant Leisure Centre and Funland Hayling Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Goodwood Motor Circuit or Fratton Park.
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Emsworth, Hampshire

What's nearby

  • Chichester Harbour National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chichester Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 16 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Portsmouth International Port - 18 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 24 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Emsworth Station - 8 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Horse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Coal Exchange - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mother Kelly's Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Cottage , Emsworth - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Compass Cottage , Emsworth - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Compass Cottage , Emsworth - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Compass Cottage , Emsworth - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Chichester Harbour National Landscape and Chichester Harbour. Prinsted Beach and Havant Leisure Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). Emsworth Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderfully comfortable stay

Compass Cottage is a truly welcoming and cozy home from home as described by Henry Adams. The cottage is beautifully presented and thoughtfully appointed with comfortable beds, sofa's and plentiful hot water. An extremely convenient location for the amenities in Emsworth too. Whilst I wasn't always able to park directly outside the cottage, there was always a space along the road available during my stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Compass Cottage and found it comfortable and welcoming. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy and comfortable

Compass Cottage is so cosy and feels like home. The location on the mill pond is perfect and within close walking distance to Emsworth village.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2026
It is so wonderful to hear that Compass Cottage felt like home for you, we are glad you loved the cosy atmosphere and the perfect location by the mill pond. It really is a lovely walk into Emsworth village, and we hope to welcome you back for another stay very soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little property, well located and great condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Everything we needed….and location central and very scenic
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Compass Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the above cottage very much and Emsworth is a delightful village. The Kings Arms was a very good pub
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and that you loved Emsworth and The Kings Arms. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay

Really cosy cottage - comfy beds - kitchen well equipped. But steep staircase might be a hazzle.....
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you found the cottage cosy and well-equipped, and that you had a comfortable stay. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed your time with us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future! [Emoji Removed]
From a partner site

8/10 Good

5 night stay at Compass cottage, Emsworth

Lovely, well appointed and equipped cottage, good location. Booking, payment, info etc efficiently handled. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your great review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay at Compass Cottage and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage in a perfect location

The cottage is lovely and cosy. Highly recommended for a couple who wants to have a quiet and relaxing stay in the town centre of Emsworth. Lovely views to the pond.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write this review, the cottage is lovely and the position great. We hope to see you again in the future. Henry Adams Holiday Cottages
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute town - the location served us well. The management company was prompt in their communication. I reached out before our stay to request a fan(s) since the UK was in the midst of a heat wave and was told that the management company would not allow fans since they needed a yearly inspection. They said we could bring our own (not possible since we traveled from overseas) or purchase one in town. It was so uncomfortable sleeping that we *did* try to purchase a fan - but there were none to be found (even the gentleman at the town hardware store said fans weren't even available online or on Amazon at that time). I understand travel during the summer comes with risk of high temperatures... but a fan to help with sleeping at night (on the upper floor) did not seem like an unreasonable request. The Airbnb we rented in London just prior to our Emsworth stay came with 2 fans and while it was still warm, the fans made our stay so much more comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A dream stay by the pond

We had a very enjoyable short break at Compass Cottage. The standout in the property was the quality of the beds - we slept extremely well in the very comfy mattresses! The cottage also benefits from excellent double glazing which almost removes the traffic noise from Main Road. Overall the property was comfy and cosy and we enjoyed staying in as much as we did going out and exploring the surrounding area. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear you had a great break at Compass Cottage and that the comfy beds helped you sleep well – always important on holiday! It’s great to know you found the cottage cosy and relaxing, and that you enjoyed both staying in and exploring the area. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Working with a gorgeous view

A colleague stayed here for three weeks whilst on a work project based in Emsworth, He thoroughly enjoyed his stay due to fab location, water view, walking distance to work venue and Emsworth town as well as numerous walks by the water. He hopes to be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased your colleague enjoyed Emsworth. He popped into office actually and we had a chat about what a great spot Compass Cottage is in!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An excellent stay

Clean, comfortable cottage in an excellent location. We used the trains to go on many trips rather than move the car. The mill pond path was quite narrow in places but we managed to park quite close to the cottage. The kitchen was the best equipped in any we stayed (apart from a dishwasher) and the downstairs loo took some time to get used to. Overall the cottage was very warm and there was ample hot water - perfect for a winter break.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Compass Cottage. We love the location and the cottage :-)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Compass cottage.

A comfortable little cottage, well layed out for the size of property. Agents polite and very helpfull. I would have liked a bigger a better mirror for the perpous of shaving. Looking forward to returning to Compass cottage. Geoff and Joan Rogers
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're really pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Compass Cottage and found it comfortable and well laid out. It’s great to know our team made a good impression too. We appreciate your feedback about the mirror and will certainly take that on board. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime you're in the area again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location for South Coast

Great little cottage for local exploring. Well equipped and a good distance to local walks and shops. Parking very restricted, as per owners notes, and a red van parked outside the front window for the duration of my stay, blocking the view of the millpond. Shower restrictive for anyone over 5’6. Otherwise a pleasant stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the cottage and its location. We hope to welcome you back soon for another pleasant stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely Emsworth cottoage

Compass Cottage is a very sweet house set in a lovely area. The house is very well equipped and comfortable. The only downsides are the lack of parking and the downstairs bathroom. The bathroom is also low so those over 6ft will struggle a little. I will look to book again when visiting the area.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

The weather was very hot and airless. The cottage would benefit from a fan in each bedroom. And the fact that the stairs are very steep and the bathroom is downstairs perhaps needs to be more prominently explained. Otherwise, the cottage is well appointed and in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely little cottage

We stayed over Easter weekend as we have friends who own a property on the same road. The property was perfect for our needs, bedtime and breakfast. We spent the rest of the day out and about. Seemed to have recently been painted and we had brand new towels. Stairs are a little dangerous for little ones but that isn't a fault it's just because it's a cosy cottage. We would stay there again if we couldn't find somewhere a little larger. We were 2 adults and 2 under 5s.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2024
Thank you for your lovely review about your stay at Four Priory Road and for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted that the property met your needs perfectly, with its fresh paint and brand new towels. We appreciate your feedback regarding the stairs, and while we understand your concern, we're glad it didn't detract from your overall enjoyment. Should you choose to stay with us again, please reach out directly, and we'll ensure you have another comfortable and memorable experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

As my brother lives in the area we knew the location so no problem finding it. The cottage was cosy with a lovely bright kitchen and dining area and pretty well furnished bedrooms. Stairs are steep but no surprise in a cottage and we managed very well. Downstairs bathroom does take getting used to but was fine. Surrounding area is brilliant, the village has everything and more within a 10 minute stroll and we enjoyed days out in Portsmouth Harbour, more there than you can see in a day to be honest and also Chichester. We used the train to get to both places so no worries about parking. We did take a car ride to Bosham which is very pretty and worth a visit. If you just want to stay in Emsworth there are lots of walks and interesting little shops to browse or just sit and relax looking at the water. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

very clean, great location but....

Very clean, everything in the property in excellent order and in a lovely location overlooking the mill pond but it's impossible to park outside the property. I know it's a small property and the modernization is the best it could be but the toilet/shower room is in the wrong place (at the back through the kitchen). I also found the stairs to be very steep and difficult to use safely. Im sorry but I would not recommend the property.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cosy Charming Well Maintained Cottage in Excellent Location

We loved staying at this lovely little cottage. Whether it be looking out onto the water watching the swans go by, or warming toes on the open fire... The cottage is tastefully decorated and furniture of of good quality. We especially appreciated the super comfortable bed. It is very well equipped containing all that we needed, if we had to note anything a dishwasher and a hoover would enhance cleanliness. The property is well maintained everything was in good working order. Overall cleanliness was very good. I would say that the main point would be the utensils, pans and cutlery were not very clean... perhaps having a dishwasher would solve this. There was some dust under beds and in corners, ...I would have cleaned but there was no hoover and we did not find a dustpan until the end of our stay. The bedroom windows were in need of a little extra cleaning... the downfall of having such an inviting view!!! We really appreciated the personalised brochure left by Carol and Carlos. It was a lovely touch to leave biscuits and milk. We would appreciated having an extra roll of toilet paper and little more washing up liquid. The whole property is extremely cosy and welcoming and we were very comfortable during our stay... thank you for hosting us and we hope that you will welcome us back next time we come.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely and thoughtful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the cottage, the views, and those cosy fireside moments. We really appreciate your helpful feedback about the cleaning supplies and utensils, we’ll certainly take that on board to make future stays even better. It’s wonderful to hear you felt comfortable and welcome, and we’d be thrilled to host you again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice Cottage with some flaws

First of all this is a great cottage with a lovely view. The bathroom isn't really made for tall people, luckily we are rather small. What you really should do is control if the persons who rented it before really did wash the dishes. Mould and dirty dishes is really not fine. Especially in times of Covid. I had to wash everything before use. I loved the garden, it's well kept with lovely roses. I'm not sure about the pet friendly stuff - it was advertised as pet friendly, bit there's stuff in the house the says it's not? You sent me a document about our stay and what we should do and what we shouldn't after a week in which was too late and very strange. No idea what to make of this. Communication over TripAdvisor didn't really work and it seemed to be a bit of a problem to get the information we needed, like two days before is very late in comparison to other cottages One other thing - more than one key for 2 people who might want to do different stuff from time to time would be nice.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Loved staying and working from Compass Cottage

Lovely cottage which is well equipped and in a great location. I stayed and easily worked from here for 6 weeks, everything was great. Beautiful views from the second you open the front door. Great location in the centre of Emsworth near the sea, and the independent shops, cafes and pubs.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2022
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Compass Cottage and we look forward to welcoming you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delightful Artisan Cottage in Emsworth

A delightful little artisan cottage, with character features but very tastefully modernised for a comfortable stay. Beautiful ever-changing views across the Mill Pond with the turning tides. Lots of lovely walks from the doorstep, with no need to drive. Emsworth has everything one needs, with shops and eating places for every taste. Good transport links to Chichester, Fishbourne Palace and Bosham. A most enjoyable week.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family break

Fantastic stay at Compass Cottage. They kindly made up one bedroom as a twin for our two daughters. The cottage was very well equipped with everything we needed. Lovely location (parking was a bit tricky but we always found space in local car parks). A real home from home.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Excellent Short Stay!

I took Compass Cottage for a short break with my two grown-up sons. The property was all that we required being close to the water and within easy walking distance to Emsworth town centre. The house was clean and modern and we were lucky to be able eat/drink outside in the compact rear garden, The bathroom was similarly in great condition although the ceiling height was somewhat low for two lads over 6'2"! Charlotte at Henry Adams was very helpful. Great place. Would look to book again in 2021!
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