Tudor farmhouse · Sussex · Sleeps 22

Goddenwick Farmhouse

A 600-year-old Tudor farmhouse on 150 acres of farmland in the heart of Sussex, with uninterrupted views of the Bluebell Railway across the valley.

22

Sleeps up to

10

Bedrooms

150

Acres of farmland

600

Years of history

A welcome

Welcome to Goddenwick

Welcome to the farmhouse, and welcome to Goddenwick. We're so glad you're here.

Goddenwick House is a Tudor farmhouse sitting proudly on 150 acres of farmland in the heart of Sussex. Surrounded by lush rolling hills, dense ancient woodland and uninterrupted views of the Bluebell Railway across the valley, it is a spot that perfectly captures the charm and beauty of England's green and pleasant land: the very county William Blake had in mind when he wrote the words to Jerusalem.

Reputedly visited by Henry VIII on one of his many hunting trips to Ashdown Forest, this farmhouse has perched in its prominent ridge-top position on the High Weald for nearly 600 years. It carries that history lightly. Come and feel it for yourself.

Sleeping up to 22, the farmhouse is the perfect retreat for special occasions, large family gatherings, wellness retreats, creative escapes, and good old-fashioned holidays in the beautiful English countryside.

Goddenwick Farmhouse, beautiful in all four seasons.

The house

Ten bedrooms, one extraordinary house

From the 19ft oak captain's table to the conservatory bar, every room carries the patina of six centuries.

  • 01 10 bedrooms sleeping up to 22 guests
  • 02 Large farmhouse kitchen with island
  • 03 19ft oak captain's dining table in the great dining room
  • 04 Conservatory bar
  • 05 Large living room (7 by 6m) with panoramic sliding glass doors onto the garden
  • 06 Outdoor kitchen and BBQ
  • 07 Large outdoor dining terrace
  • 08 Laundry and boot room
  • 09 5 bathrooms with WC, plus 2 additional WCs
  • 10 Tennis court, free for residents (advance booking required)

The great dining room: oak beams, antler chandelier, and room for the whole household.

Sleeping arrangements

Ten rooms, each with a name and a view

From the Tudor Suite to the Duck House, every room has its own character.

01

The Main House

  • Ground floor
  • Garden Room 2 twin beds, one double sofa bed
  • First floor
  • Hanging Shaw Double bed and single sofa bed
  • Cherry Tree View Double bed and single sofa bed
  • Bluebell Wood Two singles and two single sofa beds
  • Orchard Double bed and single sofa bed
  • The Landing 1 single bed
  • Second floor
  • Sands Two doubles
  • Eastlands Double bed and 1 single sofa bed

02

The Extension

  • Ground floor
  • The Duck House 1 single
  • Upper floor
  • The Tudor Suite Double bed and one single sofa bed, with substantial ensuite bathroom

The grounds

150 acres, the nearest neighbour a kilometre away

Gardens, woodland, a duck pond, a fire pit, and a tennis court with views across the valley.

The house sits nestled in the middle of 150 acres of countryside, the nearest neighbour a full kilometre away. You have the run of the place.

Magnificent cherry trees and wisteria, spectacular in spring.

The 1.5 acres of private gardens are for the sole use of residents and wrap around the property on all sides. To the south, they border a beautiful pond inhabited by ducks, geese and moorhens. To the north, the gardens meet deciduous woodland. To the east, the lawns open up to the tennis courts with sweeping views across the valley to the famous Bluebell steam railway.

The gardens have ample lawn space, a patio terrace with seating, a rustic outdoor kitchen area, and a fire pit for cold winter evenings.

Optional farm extras

  • 01 A guided tour of the estate on arrival with Farmer Tom or Farmer Chris
  • 02 Tennis court, free for residents, please book in advance
  • 03 Breakfast from Roost Cafe, served 8am to 11am at a special Goddenwick House rate
  • 04 Venue hire at Roost on request

When to visit

Great times to visit

Each season brings something the others can't.

01 Spring

Bluebell Season

The ancient woodland that borders the gardens is truly extraordinary.

02 Summer

The long summer

Long golden evenings on the terrace, the outdoor kitchen in full swing.

03 Autumn

Hauntoberfest

Halloween at Goddenwick is something special.

04 Winter

Christmas Season

The farm comes alive with festive warmth.

Getting here

Closer than you'd think

Once you reach Lindfield, follow Ardingly Road (B2028) north. The farmhouse is a few minutes beyond the village. Free on-site parking is available.

The address

Ardingly Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath

RH16 2QX · West Sussex

By car

  • From London, via M23 1 hr 15 mins
  • From Brighton, via A23 35 mins
  • From Gatwick, via M23 30 mins

By train

  • London Victoria or Bridge 45 mins
  • From Brighton 15 to 20 mins
  • From Gatwick 15 mins

Haywards Heath station is the closest rail hub, just 10 minutes by taxi. All three routes are direct.

By air

  • London Gatwick (LGW) 16 miles
  • Direct train onwards 15 mins
  • Or by taxi 30 mins

By taxi

  • A&A Cars Haywards Heath 01444 410410
  • Southdown Cars 01444 480666
  • Beeline Taxis 01444 441441
  • GM Cars 01444 247247

House guidelines

A little common sense, and countryside courtesy

To help everyone have a wonderful stay, here are a few simple guidelines. Nothing too serious.

Please do

  • + Make yourselves completely at home. Put your feet up, unwind, and enjoy
  • + Celebrate the good times. Special occasions are welcome, just keep things relaxed and respectful in the evenings
  • + Bring your pets. We love animals, just let us know in advance
  • + Use the bins provided and separate recycling from general waste
  • + Let us know if anything breaks. We completely understand, just send us a message
  • + Ask if you need anything. We're always around to help

Please don't

  • · No smoking indoors. You're welcome to smoke outside, please use the ashtrays provided
  • · No loud music or outdoor noise after 10:30pm. You're in a peaceful rural spot
  • · No indoor fires unless we've confirmed they're safe to use during your stay
  • · No additional overnight guests beyond those included in your booking
  • · Please don't leave pets unsupervised. This is a working farm with other animals
  • · BBQs and fire pits must not be left unattended

Check-in

From 4:00pm

Check-out

By 10:00am

On departure

Leave tidy

Come and feel six hundred years for yourself

Get in touch and we'll come back to you with availability, rates, and any farm extras you'd like to add.

Enquire about the farmhouse