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🌳 BOOKED / NO LONGER AVAILABLE! 🌳 ✨ Last minute summer escape by the sea ✨ Available 20th to 27th July 2026. Spend a week at one of West Wittering’s most extraordinary coastal homes. Designed by renowned architect Timothy Hatton, Driftline seamlessly incorporates two restored 1880s train carriages into its unique design. A home that has long attracted creative minds, it was once owned by Pink Floyd’s manager, Steve O’Rourke, and regularly welcomed members of the band during the 1960s and 70s. Today, this one of a kind seaside retreat is made for unforgettable family escapes, with direct beach access, a private bar crafted from a former railway carriage, beachside fire pit, sauna, hot tub, outdoor shower, and beautifully considered spaces to gather, relax and reconnect. Sleeping 12 guests, and welcoming beloved pets too 🐾, Driftline is the perfect place for long summer days by the sea and evenings spent watching the sun set over the water. Was £12,000, now £7,250 for 20th to 27th July 2026. 🌊 Ready to escape to the coast? Discover Driftline via the link in our bio or get in touch with our team to secure your stay. #WestWittering #SussexCoast #LuxuryHolidayHome #UKStaycation #BeachHouse
✨ Final summer availability at The Manor House ✨ 17th to 20th July 2026 ✨ Make the most of the last opportunity to gather loved ones at this magnificent Grade II-listed manor house on the Isle of Wight. Set within 55 acres of private grounds, with a heated outdoor pool, tennis court and beautifully restored interior, this is the perfect setting for a memorable summer escape. ✨ Was £6,325 ✨ Now £4,500 🌳 Sleeps 16 | 7 beds | 5 bath To book The Manor House this weekend, visit our website or simply give us a call, drop us a DM or email. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! #LuxuryBoltholes #IsleOfWight #LuxuryHolidayHome #GroupGetaway #SummerEscape
✨ N E W ✨ W R E N M E R E ✨ Hidden away in the West Sussex village of Stedham, this beautifully preserved 17th-century house has been thoughtfully restored for modern country life. Vaulted ceilings, light-filled rooms and gardens that drift into wildflower meadow create a quietly luxurious retreat, moments from Cowdray, Goodwood and the South Downs. ✨ Sleeps 6 | 3 bed | 3 bath ✨ Stedham, West Sussex ✨ Landscaped gardens and wildflower meadow New to the collection, Wrenmere is perfectly placed for the West Sussex season, from the Gold Cup and Festival of Speed to the Goodwood Revival. To discuss your stay or check availability, please get in touch. We’d love to hear from you. #Wrenmere #WestSussex #Goodwood #SouthDowns #LuxuryCottage
Dreaming about your summer escape? ☀️ The sea is warm, the evenings are long, and a handful of our beautiful boltholes are still available. If you’re longing for slower mornings and time to truly switch off, your luxury retreat may be closer than you think. ✨ Tap the “Summer availability” link in our bio or send us a DM to discover our remaining dates. #SummerEscape #LuxuryStaycation #CoastalRetreat #UKStaycation #HolidayHome
Dreaming of warmer days ahead... ☀️ At Hazelbrook Estate, summer unfolds slowly. Long lunches on the terrace overlooking the South Downs. Lazy afternoons in the gardens. A swim in the indoor pool, a game on the private cricket pitch, or simply time spent swinging in a hammock beneath the trees. Whether you’re planning time with family or a quiet retreat with friends, Hazelbrook Estate is a place to slow down, reconnect, and savour the beauty of the countryside. Special rates are already reflected on our website for selected summer weekends: ✨ 19th to 21st June: 15% off across the estate (2- & 3-night stays) ✨ 3rd to 5th July: 10% off across the estate (2- & 3-night stays) ✨ 17th to 19th July: 10% off House bookings only (2- & 3-night stays) Visit our website to view availability and book your summer stay. We recommend booking early to secure your preferred dates. #HazelbrookEstate #LuxuryRetreat #SouthDowns #SummerEscape #LuxuryHolidayHome 📷 @juliatomsphotography 🌳 Photography styling by @phiconceptsuk
The Gogs, two enchanting gate lodges set within a historic private estate near Petworth, where heritage, nature and tranquillity come together in a magical setting. Perfect for romantic escapes, peaceful retreats, and unforgettable countryside stays. 📍 Near Petworth, West Sussex 🌿 Sleeps 2–4 guests 🌿 Private woodland setting with South Downs views 🌿 Historic estate gate lodges 🌿 From £285 per night in low season Save this beautiful sussex bolthole for your next country escape. To enquire about availability, please get in touch. 🤍 #StaySomewhereSpecial #Petworth #WestSussexEscape #LuxuryRetreats #HistoricHomes
✨ N E W ✨ Dunlara Castle ✨ Rooted in the historic kingdom of Fife, Dunlara Castle is a place of rare scale and timeless beauty. Set within 1,500 acres of ancient woodland, private coastline and rolling Scottish landscape, this remarkable estate invites guests to slow down, gather together and experience life at a different pace. From roaring fires and candlelit rooms to more than 20 world-class golf courses on its doorstep, Dunlara is a destination designed for celebration, connection and escape. Our dedicated concierge team can help arrange everything from private chefs and butler service to unforgettable local experiences, allowing you to simply arrive and enjoy. Discover more and start planning your Scottish escape via the link in our bio. #LuxuryBoltholes #DunlaraCastle #Scotland #LuxuryTravel #ScottishRetreat
Newly released June dates at Curlews 🌊 5th - 18th June 2026 are now available. Perched right on the shoreline in Selsey, Curlews is a breathtaking design-led coastal home where every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from the panoramic sea views and serene interiors, to the hidden bathroom tucked behind a library bookshelf. Wake to the sound of the waves, spend slow mornings on your private terrace, cook long lazy suppers on the Lacanche range, and end the day with sundowners in the wild, Derek Jarman-inspired garden overlooking the sea. With four sumptuous bedrooms, direct beach access, a concealed lift, artist’s studio, and beautifully curated interiors throughout, Curlews offers the kind of coastal escape that stays with you long after you leave. ✨ 5th - 18th June 2026 📍 Selsey, West Sussex To enquire or book, please get in touch. #CurlewsSelsey #LuxuryStaycation #CoastalRetreat #BeachHouse #WestSussex
JUST RELEASED ✨ 17th–24th July at Hunters, West Sussex £10,750 A rare opportunity to spend a summer week at this beautiful 14th-century manor house, complete with a heated outdoor pool, grass tennis court, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and breathtaking countryside views. Set within two acres of beautiful grounds, Hunters blends centuries of history with relaxed contemporary luxury. Think long lunches on the terrace, morning swims, tennis at golden hour, evenings in the hot tub, and unforgettable gatherings with family and friends. Sleeping 10 adults and 2 children across the main house and annex, this Grade II-listed retreat is made for special summer escapes. Highlights include: ✨ Outdoor swimming pool ✨ Grass tennis court ✨ Hot tub, sauna & steam room ✨ Sussex views ✨ Cinema room & games room ✨ Wildflower meadow & croquet lawn ✨ Historic interiors full of character ✨ Just released for peak summer A truly magical bolthole to slow down and enjoy the very best of the English summer. To enquire or book, please get in touch. #LuxuryBoltholes #WestSussex #LuxuryHolidayHome #SummerEscape #CountryHouseRetreat
A little behind-the-scenes glimpse of our shoot at Hazelbrook Estate yesterday ✨ From the House, Cottage and Barn to the breathtaking grounds beyond, every corner looked impossibly beautiful beneath soft dappled light, blue skies and those dramatic Sussex clouds we know and love. Between torrential downpours, we somehow caught the most magical pockets of sunshine, the kind that make the gardens glow and the countryside feel completely still. Hazelbrook Estate is now live on our website and available to book for unforgettable countryside escapes, celebrations and gatherings. We can’t wait to share the final imagery with you soon, but for now, here’s a little taste of this very special place. 🌿 #HazelbrookEstate #SussexCountryside #LuxuryEscape #CountryHouseStay #escapetothecountry
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