Telegraph House

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Useful information and house rules

• Pets: a maximum of 2 well-behaved, small-medium dogs are allowed at a cost of £25 each per week or part week. Sorry but dogs larger than a Collie/small Labrador are not permitted.
• Telegraph House is a family-focussed property and is not suitable for parties. There is some limited allocation for other responsible single sex groups or groups of friends by prior written agreement only, but please do check with us as we may be able to accommodate. In order to ensure continued enjoyment for genuine bookings, stag, hen and other party groups are not permitted, and will be refused entry with no course for refund. If you have any doubts as to the suitability of the house for your stay, please do contact us and we will be happy to advise.
• Due to the remote location, CCTV is used at the property to ensure the security and safety of all. During your stay there will be a camera facing the parking area, any other cameras will not be switched on in any internal or private areas of the house and grounds.
• A maximum of 8 adults are allowed, 10 guests in total including children. The sofa bed is suitable for 1 adult or 2 children, bedding is only provided for groups of more than 8 guests unless requested at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Please contact us if you are interested in a stay of over 28 nights (a short-term let).
• Top tip: Adding another night or two may only cost a little extra, or sometimes nothing at all! This is a great way to add some flexibility to your stay.
• Kitchen facilities: 1.5 range cooker with oven, grill and 5 ring gas hob, tall fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, kettle, toaster, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine.
• Iron, ironing board, clothes airer provided. Hairdryers are NOT provided.
• The swimming pool and tennis court area is fully enclosed with a low fence/hedges, but there are two latch gates which could be opened by small inquisitive hands. The garden is bordered with post-and-rail fences and hedges, but it is not securely enclosed to contain children and dogs.
• The swimming pool is open to guests and heated from 1st June to 30th September. Target temperature: 24-26C (min. 23C) approx. Please replace the pool cover after every use (this is not a safety cover and does not support the weight of people or animals). Please always supervise children and dogs when they are outside.
• The outbuildings and the small area of land behind them are unoccupied and are not accessible to guests. The private, expansive grounds to the south and west are all yours to explore and enjoy during your holiday.
• The house is a rural property accessed by a 750m drive on a gravel track, please be aware of potholes in the road and that it may not be suitable for very low/sports cars.
• Free private parking on the driveway next to the house, with space for 6 cars.
• One infant up to age 2 is welcome in addition to the total guest capacity of this property. 1 travel cot (please bring bedding) and 1 highchair are available on advance request.
• Gas Central Heating.
• Wi-Fi: Yes, standard speed (5-30Mbps).

Accessibility: The route from the gravel parking area to the house is flat and approx. 5 metres distance. Three steps (15cm) up to the front door threshold. One step (15cm) over the threshold to the side door between the house and terrace. One step (10cm) into the shower cubicle in Bedroom 2, the shower cubicle/bathroom itself is not suitable for wheelchairs. Two steps (15cm) up into the drawing room’s side rooms. L-shaped staircase (with banister) to the first floor, opening directly into Bedroom One at the top. Other internal floors are even and level, with no internal steps. This is intended as a guide only and accuracy is not guaranteed, please contact us if you need more info. Measurements are approx.

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Local area

Telegraph House is situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park, with bridleways and footpaths on the doorstep and surrounded by charming hamlets and villages. Compton is a traditional Sussex village centred around a small square, with a lovely shop and tea rooms. It is situated just a couple of miles from the village of South Harting where there is direct access to the South Downs Way.

There are some great pubs to sample nearby with highly rated food also on offer. A little further up the road from Compton is the traditional country pub the Victoria Inn at West Marden, The White Horse at Chilgrove and The Hare & Hounds at Stoughton. A wide selection of large supermarkets and other stores can be found in Chichester and Havant.

The wonderful National Trust property Uppark House & Gardens can be seen from the house, and is a 5 minute drive from Compton. There are gorgeous Georgian interiors and rare dolls' houses from the 18th century to view inside; explore further and discover the network of servants’ tunnels beneath the house. The Uppark Gardens were designed by Capability Brown and there is something to see every season, including the scented garden in the Summer and the Norway Maples in the Autumn.

The picturesque town of Petersfield is just 9 miles away; this ancient market town was originally built as a Norman 'new town' at the end of the 11th Century. The main square provides an attractive focal point providing the perfect venue for the traditional market every Saturday and Wednesday. At its centre stands the magnificent equestrian statue of King William III. The Church of St. Peter dates back to 1120AD and retains many original features. The town has a vibrant musical and artistic scene as well as many restaurants, cafes and bars to frequent. Within a 20 minute drive you can reach the Queen Elizabeth Country Park, the largest park in the South Downs with 600 hectares of dramatic downland and beautiful woodland. There are fantastic views to the coast and Meon Valley from the South Downs Way at the peak of Butser Hill, the highest point in Hampshire and home to Butser Ancient Farm.

Chichester, Chichester Harbour and Goodwood are all around 10 miles away. The city centre is neatly enclosed within the Roman city walls, with broad streets that are packed with listed buildings. It is a cosmopolitan, vibrant and friendly city proudly combining two thousand years of heritage with a lively lifestyle, headed by the towering presence of the cathedral. Chichester Festival Theatre is well worth a visit; famous for its quality of theatre production, many of which premiere here before moving on to the London theatre scene. For some classically British pastimes, the famous Goodwood Estate offers a range of activities including a championship golf course, the motor circuit, racecourse and aerodrome, with particular mention of course to the Festival of Speed, the Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood.

For days out, for a beach trip look no further than West Wittering’s famous blue flag sands (it gets very busy in summer!). A little further afield and Portsmouth is famous as the home of HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and also in more recent years the Mary Rose. The historic dockyard sits right next to Gunwharf Quays shopping mall, and the Spinnaker Tower which offer spectacular views over Portsmouth and the Solent.

Click here for more information about holiday activities and things to see and do in and around Chichester.

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