The Annex
6 guests | 4 beds | 2 bathrooms
Arranged over two floors with panoramic views of retired paddocks and the South Downs, this self-contained private annex is ideal for multi-generational families with young children.
Space to be together
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Self-contained
The Annex is a self-contained, two-floor, private residence attached to our family home (with its own separate entrance). Located at the end of a one mile drive at Westerlands, it is surrounded by woodland and retired paddocks. Perfect for guests seeking peace and nature.
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"perfect escape"
“The scenery is beautiful. I would describe this place as the perfect escape from the urban suburbs of London. It's great for star gazing. Our stay was fun, relaxing quiet and peaceful. A true gem in the South Downs countryside.” — Natalie
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"idyllic countryside setting"
“A location like no other - you can’t get a more idyllic countryside setting. Horses, sheep, cows right on your doorstep and peace and quiet like you’ve never had before. Highly recommend for a family stay and Oliver was so helpful getting us settled in.“ — Jennifer
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Family time
The open plan sitting and dining area interior is practical, comfortable and tastefully decorated with original artworks on the wall. This room is cozy and perfectly suited to relaxed family time with children and grown-ups using the space together or in groups.
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"Decorated beautifully"
“So quiet in the annex ... very peaceful. Decorated beautifully. Some of the paintings by Antonia's mum Pamela are displayed in the property. We even got a chance to see Pamela's gallery which is within the estate. ” — Nisha (Dona)
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"off the beaten track"
“I was looking for a property to accommodate us for a weekend to celebrate my husband’s 50th birthday. Somewhere quiet and peaceful, off the beaten track, close to the South Downs that he loves, clean, comfortable and welcoming. Oliver’s annex hit the spot perfectly.” — Rachel
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The kitchen
The kitchen is bright and inviting, with a large window over the sink that frames picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're making breakfast or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee, the rolling hills and open skies create a beautiful and uplifting backdrop.
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"well equipped"
“Gorgeous property set deep in tranquil Sussex countryside. The kitchen was well equipped and the towels and bedding were luxuriously soft. Oliver was a responsive and gracious host and always ready to help. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.” — Savka
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"lovely evening mist"
“A beautiful spot and we could walk from the door - lovely evening mist rising from the fields and the walks onto the lanes towards the downs - very empty and peaceful - very spacious and comfortable house. We all live about an hour away from here but it felt like we had been away for ages in a lovely, unique spot.” — Frania
Bedrooms & bathrooms
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Family friendly
The upstairs bedroom layout offers an interconnected space, allowing families to sleep close together. Thoughtfully arranged, it provides a comforting setup—especially reassuring for children who feel more secure with parents nearby at night.
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Upstairs bedroom
The light-filled master bedroom features a luxurious super king sleigh bed. The open layout with en-suite bathroom offers a practical connected space for bathing the kids, reading bedtime stories and settling in for the night.
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"supersize sleigh bed"
“We stayed at The Annex for two nights over the weekend; it was a lovely bolthole in a wonderful location & the supersize sleigh bed was extremely comfortable.” — Alice
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Upstairs twin beds
The mezzanine landing functions as a bright and flexible twin bedroom, with two single beds and pull-out mattresses underneath—sleeping up to four (at a squeeze). Ideal for families or groups needing extra space.
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"bedroom arrangement"
“The bedroom arrangement was perfect for us, with our daughter on the landing bedroom next to ours and our friend in his en-suite room downstairs. The rooms gave us everything we needed to be comfortable.” — Rachel
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Upstairs bathroom
The en-suite bathroom offers both privacy and convenience, with the added charm of leafy views from the window—a calming backdrop while you brush your teeth or start your day.
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"Lux linen and towels!"
“Beautiful clean place. Had everything we needed and lovely setting. Lux linen and towels! Thanks Oliver for a hassle free peaceful experience.” — Abby
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Downstairs bedroom
Located on the ground floor just off the sitting room, this charming second double bedroom features its own private shower room. Ideal for elderly guests or those who prefer to avoid stairs, it offers both comfort and convenience with beautiful views from the bed.
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"privacy & safety"
“We had a wonderful warm and cosy time seeing in the New Year at the Annex. Waking to watching pheasants drinking from a puddle with the Sussex downs as a back drop. Horses galore in the surrounding estate. The towels are fluffy and white, the duvets & sheets are quality, original art on the walls - the downstairs bedroom & bathroom perfect for my 81 year old mother to have privacy & safety.” — Charlotte
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"worked well for us"
“We enjoyed our stay in the annex, it is very spacious and worked well for us, a family of four adults, we had my mother with us who has walking difficulties so the downstairs bedroom and bathroom was great. We visited the local area, enjoyed lots of lovely walks with our dog and the pub in the village was great.” — Sue
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"walk in shower..."
“As my parents have difficulty walking the downstairs bedroom was essential. It worked so well for us as the lounge, dining area, kitchen and downstairs bathroom with walk in shower worked well for my parents.” — Nisha (Dona)
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"Loved the supplied shampoo"
“Lovely accommodation. The linen and towels were all so nice! Eco friendly space - recycling and compost encouraged. Loved the supplied shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Some lovely walks and pubs within walking distance too. Great value for money.” — Charlotte
Floorplan
Are you a planner? Have you always wanted to know the layout of a property before you make your decision to book? Well we understand that which is why we provide a floor plan so that you can choose where everyone is going to sleep and which spaces are perfectly suited for the activities you have planned.
Dog friendly accommodation
We love dogs here at Westerlands and can provide dog bowls and towels on request.
We do ask guests to bring their own dog beds.
We support the SDNP Take the lead campaign which means keeping dogs on a lead outside the garden. This is for their own safety around farm machinery as well as the welfare of our animals - our chickens roam free - as well as the abundance of wildlife here on the South Downs.
Bring your horse on holiday
You can arrange turnout and stabling for your horse while you are staying with us. Please contact us for more information and prices.
You can also book additional horses for you and your guests to explore the South Downs. Rides can be booked at our Trekking Centre.
“We stayed in the Annex for 3 nights during the dark skies festival with the aim of enjoying some star gazing. Antonia was able to provide a fire pit and chairs for us to sit outside and toast marshmallows. We made dinner in the property each night and found the kitchen easy to use with everything you need. The bedrooms are very comfortable and our children age 3 and 7 loved their mezzanine room. We really enjoyed exploring the farm at Westerlands and our children were particularly delighted to take part in pony trekking - this was an extra special experience. Antonia was a lovely host and although we didn't meet Oliver he was excellent at responding to our queries through Airbnb. We had a fantastic time at Westerlands.”
— Lisa