Perfectly placed…

 Located on a working dairy farm on the edge of the South Downs National Park, this unique roundwood timber, straw bale and cedar shingle holiday cottage is the perfect spot to escape and unwind. 

Inspired and built by Ben Law and his team (as seen on Channel 4's Grand Designs) the cottage is a testament to contemporary green building practice. Supremely comfortable, beautifully furnished, well equipped and made by local craftsmen using local materials.

 
 
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Green building

We have tried to make Withyfield as sustainable as possible. We love the fact you can sit on the deck and see the wood where the trees that clad the outside were felled and then, of course, replaced.

In fact, all the wood has been grown in West Sussex and a lot of it has come from the nearby Cowdray Estate. The clay plaster render used to seal the gaps on the outside is made of Weald clay taken from the foundations. Our straw insulation comes from a neighbour's farm and the cedar shingles for the roof are made from local wood.

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We have aimed to use local craftsmen as far as possible. The kitchen was made in nearby Partridge Green, the bedrooms chest of drawers are either recycled or made by a nearby charity and the stairs are made by a local craftsman.

Heating and hot water are provided by a wood burner and solar panels. Insulation is provided by straw and sheeps wool. Most of the waste from the build will be used to heat the building in the future and eco paints were used for decorating. We've tried to think of everything!

We recycle all plastics, glass, paper, cardboard and organic materials - and encourage our guests to do the same.

 
 

Accommodation

Withyfield Cottage comfortably sleeps 6 adults

  • 3 bedrooms: 1 double and 2 doubles or twins (with zip and link beds)

  • 1 bathroom and 1 ensuite

  • Well equipped kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine

  • Open plan living area with wood burner (and wood supply)

  • TV, DVD, HiFi (with ipod dock) and Wi-fi

  • Veranda, deck and access to enclosed private meadow with BBQ area.

Additional information

  • wheelchair friendly

  • linen and towels included (£60 discount if you bring your own).

  • cot and highchair available

  • well behaved dogs welcome (£25 per stay)

Withyfield Cottage is a strictly non-smoking property.

 
 
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