The Old House Inn

–Excellent location – show map
+22 photos
Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage

Located just 10 minutes’ drive from London Gatwick Airport, The Old House Inn features free on-site parking and a mature garden. Rooms are located in a converted barn and offer super king-size beds, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms are named after local woods, and also include a hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Home-cooked breakfasts, fresh pastries and fruit salad are served each morning, and guests can also enjoy a variety of classic British dishes and finer dining amid a country pub atmosphere. The seaside town of Brighton is less than an hour’s drive away and features a large pier full of family entertainment. The National Trust property of Wakehurst Place is a 12-minute drive and includes a 16th-century country house and a mainly 20th-century garden.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Kelly
United States United States
“Staff and owners were above and beyond kind! Property was even more beautiful than in the photos. The courtyard behind the pub and in front of the rooms was so cute and all the flowers smelled amazing. I wish we were there for more than one night....”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, excellent room set in a renovated barn away from the main building and close to the car. Ideal for our plans for a next day flight from Gatwick airport.”
Christopher
United States United States
“Wonderful, super-clean, character-filled stay with a great staff and excellent breakfast so close to Gatwick, at a very reasonable price.”
Nichole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for Gatwick. The staff accommodated our very late check in and early breakfast, and were extremely helpful and kind!”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean and well-equipped room with spacious and very comfortable bed. Plenty of towels and hot water in great bathroom. Staff friendly and helpful. Good access to M23 and M25. We didn't need it for access to Gatwick, but I imagine it is ideally...”
Samantha
Malta Malta
“Everything was perfect! Very friendly staff and the food was amazing”
Christian
British Virgin Islands British Virgin Islands
“Beautiful room...should have stayed longer. Great food at the restaurant.”
Kym
United States United States
“The barkeeep, Aimelee, was a godsend. She was very kind and went way Above and beyond helping me with a scheduling difficulty. Great place for a layover!”
Mark
United States United States
“The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom had been recently renovated. The Sunday Roast dinner was very good!”
Beth
United States United States
“Stunning, old world inn. Each and every detail attended to. Staff is wonderful and thoughtful.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Old House Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
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