The Old Railway Station
US$226
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$226
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Old Railway Station average US$203 in the cheapest month (November) and US$273 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$209 |
| February | US$211 |
| March | US$205 |
| April | US$232 |
| May | US$224 |
| June | US$216 |
| July | US$273 |
| August | US$222 |
| September | US$226 |
| October | US$206 |
| November | US$203 |
| December | US$215 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$273)
Cheapest: November (~US$203)
About this property
Adults-only bed and breakfast with a terrace, garden views, and on-site restaurant in Petworth.
Location
Petworth is home to The Old Railway Station. Stopham Vineyard and Cowdray Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Downs National Park and Goodwood Estate Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Goodwood Motor Circuit or Arundel Castle Cricket Ground.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Housekeeping
Garden
Location
Station Road, Byworth, Petworth, Chichester District, England, United Kingdom
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 166 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
0%
Couple
85%
Family
6%
Group
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Old Railway Station, guests highlight a unique stay in restored Pullman carriages, consistently friendly service, excellent breakfasts, and very clean, comfortable accommodation that feels thoughtfully maintained in a historic setting.
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What guests think
At The Old Railway Station, guests highlight a unique stay in restored Pullman carriages, consistently friendly service, excellent breakfasts, and very clean, comfortable accommodation that feels thoughtfully maintained in a historic setting.
Many enjoy the characterful carriages and station building, noting spacious layouts, cosy warmth, and quiet nights. Several reviews note that evening dining is currently limited, with a restaurant car in development and mixed feedback on afternoon tea. The countryside location suits visits to Petworth and the South Downs, with a local pub nearby, though a car helps for wider exploring. Expect a distinctive, peaceful experience in lovingly restored railway heritage.
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Facilities
Restored station spaces include a welcoming waiting room and tea room used for breakfast and afternoon tea, with platform seating facing gardens; some reviews note a dining car is being added.
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10
John
15 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unique, quirky, really emjoyed our selves. Will return to enjoy the restaurant car !
Unique, quirky, really emjoyed our selves. Will return to enjoy the restaurant car !
10
Robert
10 Dec 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
It was really different and the carriage was lovely and clean. It was like going back I time. The waiting room looked lovely with the Christmas tree and breakfast was excellent.
It was really different and the carriage was lovely and clean. It was like going back I time. The waiting room looked lovely with the Christmas tree and breakfast was excellent.
10
David
22 May 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
10
Charles
16 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
10
Paul
25 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
8
Lisa
3 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We liked the accommodation but booked afternoon tea for 4 people the spread wasn't quite what i expected for £25pp with no prosseco that had to be purchased separately very minimal couldn't really justify £128 in total for 1 sandwich each x2 scones 2 very small cakes and a tiny jam jar pot of chocolate mouse and tea/coffee
We liked the accommodation but booked afternoon tea for 4 people the spread wasn't quite what i expected for £25pp with no prosseco that had to be purchased separately very minimal couldn't really justify £128 in total for 1 sandwich each x2 scones 2 very small cakes and a tiny jam jar pot of chocolate mouse and tea/coffee
10
Lisa
28 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
10
Denis
7 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
10
Stephen
3 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
10
D V
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A great experience. Original idea of using a closed railway station and Pulman carriages works really well. My only suggestion would be the ability to have alcoholic refreshments.
A great experience. Original idea of using a closed railway station and Pulman carriages works really well. My only suggestion would be the ability to have alcoholic refreshments.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with many describing rooms and common areas as spotless and well maintained.
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10
Rapinder
11 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was impeccable and room was clean and comfortable booked for a friendly birthday highly recommended
Service was impeccable and room was clean and comfortable booked for a friendly birthday highly recommended
10
Marilyn
14 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in a converted Pullman carriage which had been very well renovated with all the facilities needed.
Stayed in a converted Pullman carriage which had been very well renovated with all the facilities needed.
10
Robert
10 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
It was really different and the carriage was lovely and clean. It was like going back I time. The waiting room looked lovely with the Christmas tree and breakfast was excellent.
It was really different and the carriage was lovely and clean. It was like going back I time. The waiting room looked lovely with the Christmas tree and breakfast was excellent.
10
David
22 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
10
Charles
16 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
8
Brian
28 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
10
Alison
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
10
Mia
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was amazing really lovely quiet place to relax. The local pub Badger was just down the road from the hotel and again the food was very good. The cleanliness of the rooms was excellent, we will definitely be back.
The hotel was amazing really lovely quiet place to relax. The local pub Badger was just down the road from the hotel and again the food was very good. The cleanliness of the rooms was excellent, we will definitely be back.
10
Denis
7 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
8
Emma
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
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Rooms
Pullman carriage accommodation is characterful, comfortable and often surprisingly spacious, with quiet, cosy nights and thoughtful conversions that retain historic features.
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10
David
22 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
10
Charles
16 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
8
Brian
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
10
Paul
25 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
10
Stephen
27 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nostalgic staying in a Pullman carriage.
Nostalgic staying in a Pullman carriage.
10
Alison
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
10
Denis
7 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
10
Robert
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
8
Ron
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Quirky stay in old Pullman carriages
Quirky stay in old Pullman carriages
10
Stephen
3 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
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Service
Service is consistently friendly, attentive and personable, with staff and owners frequently highlighted for going above and beyond.
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10
Rapinder
11 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was impeccable and room was clean and comfortable booked for a friendly birthday highly recommended
Service was impeccable and room was clean and comfortable booked for a friendly birthday highly recommended
10
Michael
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A very different experience, made most enjoyable by the owners and their staff, for whom nothing was too much trouble. Excellent food, delightful surroundings and everything leads to a further visit.
A very different experience, made most enjoyable by the owners and their staff, for whom nothing was too much trouble. Excellent food, delightful surroundings and everything leads to a further visit.
10
MISS KAREN
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful and staff amazing, couldn't do enough for you. Area and setting beautiful.
Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful and staff amazing, couldn't do enough for you. Area and setting beautiful.
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Teresa
3 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Last minute booking for my partner and I and can honestly say it was amazing. Friendly welcome and the Pullman carriage didn't disappoint. Would certainly recommend a visit.
Last minute booking for my partner and I and can honestly say it was amazing. Friendly welcome and the Pullman carriage didn't disappoint. Would certainly recommend a visit.
10
Lisa
28 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
10
Denis
7 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
8
Emma
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
10
Robert
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
10
John
3 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely amazing venue, concept and service! A place with a large WOW
Absolutely amazing venue, concept and service! A place with a large WOW
10
Louise
18 Jul 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
A perfect piece of history tastefully restored . Friendly staff and excellent breakfasts. Would love to return.
A perfect piece of history tastefully restored . Friendly staff and excellent breakfasts. Would love to return.
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Location
Peaceful countryside base near Petworth and the South Downs; a local pub is a short walk, and several guests suggest a car is helpful for getting around.
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Pauline
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A unique stay in an historic setting and convenient for local pub too. Excellent breakfast too
A unique stay in an historic setting and convenient for local pub too. Excellent breakfast too
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David
22 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
10
MISS KAREN
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful and staff amazing, couldn't do enough for you. Area and setting beautiful.
Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful and staff amazing, couldn't do enough for you. Area and setting beautiful.
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Alison
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
A lovely and quirky location for a short break. Staff were very friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast and a clean room. A great location from which to explore West Sussex
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Lisa
28 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
This was a fabulous find. A beautiful setting, and ideal for for a short break. The staff are extremely helpful and very friendly and the breakfast was great. I'm very much looking forward to seeing how things progress with the newest Pullman which is being converted into a restaurant and would recommend a stay here.
10
Mia
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was amazing really lovely quiet place to relax. The local pub Badger was just down the road from the hotel and again the food was very good. The cleanliness of the rooms was excellent, we will definitely be back.
The hotel was amazing really lovely quiet place to relax. The local pub Badger was just down the road from the hotel and again the food was very good. The cleanliness of the rooms was excellent, we will definitely be back.
10
Denis
7 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
A very peaceful setting. You could barely here any traffic, just an owl for nighttime company. Everything was very clean and welcoming.The staff were relaxed and helpful. The carriages on arrival were warm and cosy. Toiletries provided. Tea and coffee, including a small cafetiere and corkscrew. The tea room is beautifully restored and very inviting with a real fire. Nice scones and coffee and a choice of breakfast in the morning. You definitely need a car here, whilst there is a short walk close by in a wooded area, this also shows you some of the history of the area. it wasn’t really safe to walk miles due to lack of footpaths on a busy road.
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Alice
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the quirkiness of sleeping in a railway carriage. And it was lovely and quiet. Very convenient for walks on the South Downs and Petworth park. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend
Loved the quirkiness of sleeping in a railway carriage. And it was lovely and quiet. Very convenient for walks on the South Downs and Petworth park. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised; several reviews note limited evening dining at present and mixed feedback on afternoon tea, with a restaurant car in development.
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10
Pauline
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A unique stay in an historic setting and convenient for local pub too. Excellent breakfast too
A unique stay in an historic setting and convenient for local pub too. Excellent breakfast too
10
David
22 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
This is an old Victorian railway station that was closed in 1966. It is a couple of miles south of the town so not an ideal location for travel then but perfect now for car drivers, just off the A285. The current owners have refurbished the main building and added a number of Pullman Railway Carriages. Accommodation is either in the station building or a carriage. The carriages are well equipped with a double bed and a bathroom/toilet/shower. Although the carriage is narrow, I've definitely had smaller bathrooms in traditional hotels! The facilities are of high standard and very clean. There is also full, and very effective central heating for chilly nights and a large fan in each carriage for those warm days. Breakfast is in the station building but room service is also available. There is currently no evening dining option, although at the far end of the platform they are refurbishing "Princess Ena" which is intended to be a dining car so things may change. Afternoon teas and drinks can be served at tables on the old platform which looks across the old track bed to a stunning garden. It's a lovely quirky option, close to Petworth House (NT) and a short drive from Chichester. Highly recommended.
10
Charles
16 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
We stayed in the Pullman King and it was lovely, there was a large bathroom with bath and shower which were spotless. The bed was really comfortable and the whole carriage was spacious and clean. Plenty of tea coffe etc. only recommendation would be a higher table so u could sit and eat without bending over. Breakfast in the restaurant was fresh and tasty with lots of nice touches. Would love to stay here again. Would also recommend Badgers pub down the road a 2 minute walk.
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Brian
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
Very nice stay for 3 nights in a Pullman car. Very clean and comfortable and great breakfasts. Struggled with the WiFi signal in the car itself, but otherwise all good.
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Paul
25 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
A really superb small hotel. Staying in a railway carriage was a truly unique and wonderful experience. The carriages are well laid out and well equipped. We arrived when it was -5 degrees, so the room was a little cooler than we would have liked, but there were plenty of radiators to add heat. Breakfast was amazing and taken in a stunning old waiting room with a roaring fire. Staff were excellent too!
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Lisa
3 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We liked the accommodation but booked afternoon tea for 4 people the spread wasn't quite what i expected for £25pp with no prosseco that had to be purchased separately very minimal couldn't really justify £128 in total for 1 sandwich each x2 scones 2 very small cakes and a tiny jam jar pot of chocolate mouse and tea/coffee
We liked the accommodation but booked afternoon tea for 4 people the spread wasn't quite what i expected for £25pp with no prosseco that had to be purchased separately very minimal couldn't really justify £128 in total for 1 sandwich each x2 scones 2 very small cakes and a tiny jam jar pot of chocolate mouse and tea/coffee
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Emma
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
Room was in excellent condition; Breakfast was delicious and service very good . Dinner was delicious and being served by the owner made it very personable and meant we received the very best of service.
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Robert
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
This has been on my bucket list for some time. We had a wounderful 2 night stay and everything was perfect. The accommodation was spacious and comfortable, larger than alot of hotel rooms. You lay in bed at night and could imagine your travelling on a train. The meal was excellent, Beef Wellington to die for, so good and wonderful surroundings in a 1906 Pullman car exquisitely restored. The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful. Alot of history tied up in this place.
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Alice
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the quirkiness of sleeping in a railway carriage. And it was lovely and quiet. Very convenient for walks on the South Downs and Petworth park. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend
Loved the quirkiness of sleeping in a railway carriage. And it was lovely and quiet. Very convenient for walks on the South Downs and Petworth park. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend
10
Stephen
3 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
A really interesting, quirky and special place. We stayed in a Pullman 'room' which was comfortable, warm and cosy. The carriage had been converted brilliantly and retained its historic features. The station building also had been converted/renovated to a high standard and again retained historic references, tastefully done. Breakfast, cooked 'just for you' was excellent and was eaten in the old waiting room which had a lovely ambiance. Highly recommended if you want something different and if you have any interest in steam railways, you'll love it.
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Hannah
4 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing place! Excellent staff. Just be mindful the WiFi is a bit patchy so wouldn’t be suitable for working from there.
Amazing place! Excellent staff. Just be mindful the WiFi is a bit patchy so wouldn’t be suitable for working from there.
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Robert
3 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was excellent. Very good staff and breakfast on the platform in glorious weather was truly wonderful. Evening Dinner on the Pullman Diner was of a very high standard.
The whole experience was excellent. Very good staff and breakfast on the platform in glorious weather was truly wonderful. Evening Dinner on the Pullman Diner was of a very high standard.
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Shelley
18 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast very fresh
Breakfast very fresh
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Nicola
31 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I was struggling for birthday ideas for my partner. I was thinking a short break, not too far away but something a little unusual. I stumbled across The Old Station in Petworth and booked. I have to say the weekend did not disappoint! We stayed in one of the converted Pullman carriages, beautifully restored with all the amenities we needed within our room. The first evening we ate in their on site restaurant in a Pullman Carriage. The food was excellent and the atmosphere just lovely. The breakfast was also very good in beautiful surroundings and the staff very friendly. I would highly recommend.
I was struggling for birthday ideas for my partner. I was thinking a short break, not too far away but something a little unusual. I stumbled across The Old Station in Petworth and booked. I have to say the weekend did not disappoint! We stayed in one of the converted Pullman carriages, beautifully restored with all the amenities we needed within our room. The first evening we ate in their on site restaurant in a Pullman Carriage. The food was excellent and the atmosphere just lovely. The breakfast was also very good in beautiful surroundings and the staff very friendly. I would highly recommend.
10
Tamara
5 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely hidden treasure in the middle of the woods. The room was great, breakfast was delish. Had such a lovely time!
Such a lovely hidden treasure in the middle of the woods. The room was great, breakfast was delish. Had such a lovely time!
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From 15:00 to 18:00
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FAQs about The Old Railway Station
Is parking available at the property?
Complimentary parking is available on-site for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and at what hours?
A scrumptious breakfast is offered at no additional cost, with serving hours typically starting in the morning.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 18:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The Old Railway Station is located in Petworth, close to Stopham Vineyard, Cowdray Park Golf Club, South Downs National Park, and Goodwood Estate Country Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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