Hollybank House

This was an amazing last-minute find when I suddenly couldn't stay with a friend when visiting my son at Chichester University. Incredibly they had a room available on a Saturday night at the end of half-term, for an extremely reasonable price that also included breakfast! I stayed in the pink room, which was enormous and had every single thing you could possibly want. Huge bed (or split into twin beds), dressing table, desk, two armchairs, very well-appointed drinks station, huge wardrobe with plenty of hangers, and even loads of modern electric sockets near almost any place you might want to sit, with integrated usb/phone charging sockets. Plus a lovely little en-suite with a window! There's also a large drawing room downstairs with grand piano and honesty bar, and a dining room where guests can get to know each other at breakfast around the large dining table. Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice, and the hosts had no problem with my gluten-free and low carb diet. As I only stayed one night (in February) I didn't venture out into the grounds, but the other guests told me they were lovely. There's even a tennis court. Literally the only tiny negative point to this place is the fact that you really need a car to stay here as there doesn't seem to be anywhere to eat dinner within walking distance (though the hosts are fine with you ordering take-away to eat in), but this didn't bother me on my single night stay. Now that I've found Hollybank House, I will certainly hope to stay again in the future!

What a lovely place to stay, lovely location just outside Emsworth. The beds and pillows are so comfortable and the bath was huge! The breakfast is lovely and plentiful too. Ian and the family (the owners) are great people and nothing is too much trouble for them. We will certainly be back in the Spring!

Lovely house, great breakfast, really friendly hosts. I was made to feel welcome from the start and enjoyed the run of a spacious sitting room. The bedroom was clean and tidy, and the bathroom had a nice working shower. I would be delighted to stay again.

We had a lovely overnight stay in a very elegant house, with beautiful grounds and views. It was like sharing the family home, with wonderful hospitality from Viv and we very much enjoyed hearing stories of times past and relating to times in my own childhood home. We will definitely return should the opportunity arise for us.

This is a very unique and special place. Absolutely stunning setting with huge peaceful gardens. The house is so beautiful too. We stayed in the Green Room and it was comfortable, decorated beautifully and very cosy. The service was great- very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is incredible. It really is a home from home and a short drive or walk into Emsworth. Will definitely go back!

We came across Hollybank house by chance when looking for an overnight stay celebrating our anniversary, it's absolutely fantastic, so good we booked a further 3 night stay in July. It's so comfortable and friendly you could imagine your staying with family. We will definitely be going back.