Batchmere, West Sussex, United Kingdom
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Experience a unique stay in this exquisitely restored and thoughtfully designed showmans carriage, nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside. Just 10 minutes from the beautiful beaches of Bracklesham Bay and the Witterings, this charming accommodation offers a delightful retreat for those seeking both comfort and a touch of adventure.
Vintage-inspired design and vibrant wall paper, the carriage has many modern appliances and amenities you need for a truly unique but comfortable stay.
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Batchmere, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Great little place in a peaceful location.
Such a nice space! Hosts are great very quick to answer my questions and beach very close no was a nice day out. Place very clean and such a nice get away, thank you💕
This was a great couple of night away lovely place to stay. Was very cold outside during our stay and when it was windy it was harder to keep the fire going but when it was not the fire got...
A Unique and Peaceful Stay! We stayed in the Restored Showman’s Carriage for two nights over New Year’s Eve with my partner and 9 year old frenchie, Barbara (who loved it there), and it was absolutely fantastic. Gemma at Fresh...
A fantastic host, local to the area so with great knowledge of things to do. The caravan is very private, with everything you need.nnThe only downside is that Fresh Air Holidays require a separate check in process which feels very...
Very quirky place to stay, it was lovely and peaceful. We went for a weekend to unplug and we were able to relax by the cosy fire and had some lovely local walks for the dog.
Really nice place and well appointed. Was visiting in cold November but the place warmed up quickly using the wood burner. We had a small issue with extremely heavy rain causing a leak but the owner was very helpful and...
Great place and location. It was the perfect spot for a little break and had everything we needed.
Lovely relaxing stay. Very peaceful, had everything we needed, Stuart was very helpful. Much bigger than expected! We had a lovely time and would definitely come back x
We needed a quiet couple of nights away, and the Showman's Carriage was perfect. We loved sitting outside for breakfast, taking in the wonderful bird life. Communication was excellent, with plenty of local recommendations. The Knead Bakery is well worth...
A lovely place to stay for Goodwood, well located and quiet. Accommodation was comfortable and while a small space, well equipped.
Unique stay in beautiful surroundings - good value for money and one of the comfiest beds I’ve ever stayed in! Only things to be aware of is that there is no WiFi nor any phone signal so this makes comms...
We had really looked forward to this stay, and the setting is nice, but our experience was spoiled by lack of privacy and an uncomfortable interaction with the host. The main issue was the ride-on mower: on our first afternoon...
We had a wonderful two night stay for my recent birthday, beautiful outdoor space and covered seating area. We had a wonderful time
Me and my partner really enjoyed our stay here and we will definitely be returning in the future. It was lovely inside and out and it made us feel like we were at our home away from home. We also...
The location was lovely and all the outside area with the rental is amazing with all the extras of a bbq , fire /furniture. There are caravans nxt to you which isn’t in the listing but it wasn’t a problem...
Glamping vibes. Nicely done inside and the outside is really lovely with lots of space and a nice under cover eating area. Lots of big plants which add to the lovely greenery.
Unique place to stay. We just loved the outside space. It's so well spaced out, not over crowded like some campsites. We could let the dog off the lead and plenty of space to play as a family. We spent...
We had a wonderful stay, great location to go out and explore local beaches. Was lovely and quiet in and around the accommodation.
We absolutely loved staying at One Ray Round. So unique and quirky. Very quiet, completely private and Stuart & his family are very welcoming and the perfect hosts. We are definitely coming back to stay as we loved it so...
Great location
Super chilled and relaxing time at the showman's carriage. Everything we needed inside and outside. Lovely and peaceful area, but close enough to cycle (on country roads and cycle path) to the different beaches. The recommendations from Fresh Air were...
A lovely place tucked away from busy roads. The location is great; it is peaceful but still easy to get to popular places. It is more suited for a couple who are not planning to cook much on holiday though....
We had a wonderful time and a much needed rest! A cosy and lovely place with great outdoor space. Would definitely recommend and return!
Fantastic stay, lovely and peaceful . Great facilities for a BBQ and fire in the evening to relax and watch the stars. We loved it, great for our dog who had lots of space to roam!
The accommodation exceeded our expectations, with its quirky décor and well equipped facilities. Charcoal and wood was made available, and the bathroom products were at really good quality. Outside the accommodation was surprisingly big and private, ideal for our dogs...
Lovely bijou space, fantastic shower( was a little worried about it due to previous review, must have sorted).
We loved our weekend stay, clean, tidy and definitely quirky and it was quiet, not too far from Chichester town centre. Lots to explore. Would recommend if you want an off grid stay. Just be aware the phone signal is...
Loved this place! Great for our puppy to just explore. Super close to the beach and town. We had a lovely 2 days. The hosts were lovely, gave us lots of tips on where to go and plenty of fire...
This was such a cute and cosy stay for us and my pup! We particularly enjoyed the gorgeous surroundings and little bunnies hopping about outside! My doggie loved all the outdoor space too. Loved the bed linen and super comfy...
A truly magical couple of days in very peaceful surroundings. The Showman’s Carriage is beautiful and felt so luxurious! It really does have everything you need for a comfortable stay. I loved the small touches in the bathroom like the...
Lovely setting and great accommodation. It’s such a beautiful part of the country with loads to do.
Loved our short break, beautiful inside and out.
We spent two nights at One Ray Round with our two pups when visiting Goodwoof. We were really excited about staying in such a unique peaceful space, and the location and character doesn't disappoint. Easy striking distance to some great...
Stuart was an incredibly helpful host. Location was beautiful and peaceful. Only 7 minutes from a local shop and 12 minutes to West Witterings Beach. Great little spot for a country escape!
Without a doubt the best place we have ever stayed. worried it would be cramped with a toddler and our dog but it was surprisingly spacious and absolutely beautiful inside and out. We had everything we needed and more, no...
Our toddler loved staying in the 'train house' , the space, both inside and outside, was perfect for us!
Lovely place Loved it Dog friendly Kid friendly Thank you
Comfy bed and pillows.
Great few night's away in the carriage. Very quiet and peaceful. We were very lucky as had lovely weather. Did get a bit chilly in the evenings but we didn't need to put heaters on or light the fire. As...
What a place Great hosts Amazing environment Definitely stay again Thank you
lovely quiet day, will return
Enjoyed our stay
Cute and quirky place to stay, in a peaceful location just a short drive from the coast. Spacious grassy surroundings, great for my dogs to mooch around. Easy check-in, relaxed and helpful owner, with good local recommendations (particularly The Lamb...
If you’re looking for something special, then you found it! an absolute gem of a place to stay short-term or long-term three days wasn’t enough to be honest. Perfect location for the country beach marine and city. Peaceful and the...
absolutely loved our stay in the showmans carriage! couldn't have asked for more, it was stocked with everything you may need.
the moment I enquired about the stay to booking and checkout the host was incredibly responsive and helpful The carriage itself was beautifully presented both inside and out with a charming and cosy atmosphere While it was a little cold...
We had a fantastic very restful mini break. We barbecued in December in the very cosy outdoor area, we even ate there, the firepit and bbq kept it cosy. The quirky interior was fab and the bed was like a...
Quirky space, well located for exploring this part of Sussex. Very cold in winter !!
A Good place to relax and get cosy inside when is cold outside, a nice green area around, tick all boxes.
Lovely spot to access the Witterings, definitely worth a visit. Lovely breakfast at Billy’s Beach Cafe about a 10 minute drive. Very cold in November so bring plenty of layers!
Unique place, Great base for exploring beaches. Had everything we needed, cosy and comfy with plenty of wood for log burner. Even withstood storm Darrah!!
fantastic long weekend, perfectly tucked away - felt private whilst also being easy to access the beach and local towns
The train carriage was a perfect retreat & really close to great pubs, a fabulous beach & Chichester. The log burner was great during a particularly cold week in November. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying here.
A really lovely little quirky stay. pots and pans were missing but this was quickly rectified. Quiet and peaceful like we wanted, a real weekend getaway. Only downside was we found a lot of cobwebs and dust internally which although...
The carriage was positioned well and impressive on the outside. Inside could have been great but needed TLC. Kitchen needed a deep clean. Unwashed cutlery in drawer. Dead insect in cup. Cobwebs on plates on rack. No blinds at windows...
Excellent stay! Would highly recommend.
Just returned from an amazing couple of nights at this fabulous accommodation. Such a wonderful place to spend some time in the Sussex countryside. Was exactly as the listing and the photos don’t do it justice, absolutely loved our stay...
What a lovely find in a beautiful area. We loved the vegan cafe a 3 minute drive away, lovely owners. Everywhere we went everyone was so nice. The place was super dog friendly. We will be back!
Fantastic place, wonderful hosts, wonderful owners very peaceful very private very clean secured tucked away everything we wanted and finally great ambience
Lovely stay!
Wonderful & quirky with fabulous outdoor space
Great place. Cool and quirky cabin in a lovely farm like setting.
Didn’t actually meet Gemma but met the husband and wife who own the showman’s carriage. Both very helpful and friendly. Only comment really is the name! There is no sign for ‘showman’s carriage’ it’s actually called ‘One Ray Round’ Apart...
Great place, perfect place for Goodwood. Quiet and secluded.
We would definitely recommend staying at The Showman's Carriage. It's such a cool place, and it's absolutely stunning inside and out. Our two-year-old was able to explore the place with his balance bike, and we enjoyed the private area around...
First the Pros, there are a lot, location is great, it’s so quiet, the carriage is beautifully decorated and set out. The outdoor space is amazing with use of their BBQ. We met the actual owners near the end of...
We loved our stay! The location is beautiful. Very quiet and peaceful surroundings. The outdoor space is lovely and the inside is cosy and more than adequate for a couple of nights. Both beds were very comfortable. Very easy to...
Had a lovely break with my son, very peaceful place but also has a lot near by to do.
Had an amazing, relaxing stay. Loved the character of the carriage and the outdoor space was perfect for us. Close to the beach for a day trip.
Had a lovely stay. The carriage was just like the photos, if not better. Only two teenie things could have made it even better: The carriage name on the site matching listing and instructions for the hob.
The showman’s carriage had everything we needed for a weekend away with our dog. Good size, quiet garden with planet of space to run around in, short drive to the beach. Just perfect. Worth being aware there are other campsites...
Spent a couple of nights at Gemma’s place with the dogs. Lovely characterful place.
The place was amazing. It was exactly as described the whole surroundings and the privacy and the vast space outside was really very very good indeed. The owners were friendly and informative and the host was very quick to respond...
We all loved this place. it was exactly as listed. The outside space is great - just a pity the weather wasn't better but never mind the inside is cosy and very comfortable. Great stay - thank you.
We had a fantastic weekend stay, would recommend and 100% stay again
Loved my stay at the showman’s carriage, was so peaceful and relaxing! The decor was amazing! I will definitely be booking again, thank you!
It was great to stay in such an unusual place in such beautiful grounds. Wish we’d booked longer!
Very peaceful & so quiet.. lovely. Friendly couple. Only stayed a few nights but was enough to feel we’d been away longer. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t fab to have a bbq but thanks for the coals you supplied anyway 😁
Lovely grounds , our dog has the best time playing ball
We had a really lovely stay at the Showman’s carriage, it is perfect for a short break for a small family like ours with a couple and young child (8yrs old). We were very comfortable, its cosy but well designed...
Absolutely amazing place to stay! Loved every minute. So quiet and peaceful. Beautiful decor and right near the beaches Thank you so much!
Stayed at the showman’s carriage for two nights very comfortable and dog friendly there’s lots of outdoor space the grounds are very clean and super quiet the carriage itself is from the 1960s it’s fairly spacious the only thing to...
A fantastic unique peaceful place to stay in lovely gardens. Brilliant hosts and great location.
This is an ideal place to get away. It was clean, peaceful and had the essentials needed for a great stay. We made use of the bbq and the wood fire and it made it all the better with the...
A lovely stay on a quiet site. Lovely welcome, very helpful and the accommodation is unique. The log burner makes it a cosy warm place to be, bed was comfortable. Kitchen and bathroom were great. I really enjoyed my stay...
Cosy and comfortable stay, really enjoyed being sat outside in the sunshine having our morning coffee!
Amazing place will definitely stay again
Great location close to nice walks and the beach. Plenty of outdoor space for outdoor seating and the dog to run around.
Lovely, relaxed and peaceful stay. Beautiful location. A hidden gem.
Lovely carriage - really well situated and cosy inside. Great base for exploring the area- East and West Wittering, Itchenor and Chichester
Lovely place to stay for the nearby beaches, great location and very peaceful. The caravan is fun and comfy to stay in, very clean, well equipped and had everything we needed
Such an amazing break away. It was so peaceful and beautiful, we truly were able to feel comfortable! Lovely design and setting especially the outside area!
The showman's carriage was lovely & clean, it's been finished to a lovely standard with everything good quality, having tea, coffee & fresh milk left for us was lovely & the location was lovely & peaceful. An email was sent...
We had a lovely stay, the accommodation was beautiful & perfect for the quiet break that we wanted
Really enjoyed my stay at this beautiful Showman's Carriage. It was peaceful and relaxing. Many thanks to you, we hope to be back at some point!
Such a wonderful place to stay.
Well kitted out and comfortable caravan in a small, private caravan site. Short drive to beach. Great for a weekend away with a dog. Helpful info from host before arrival.
Just an amazing place! The owners were lovely and the location spot on. Weekend with myself and 2 No 12 year olds and we just explored and played games.
Fantastic little fun little cabin. great set up for exploring wittering, really nicely put together and warms up (it was -5 outside when we stayed)
Lovely 2 night stay in this beautiful carriage. Lots of lovely touches and a great location! Limited phone signal which was great to switch off for a relaxing stay. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Lovely place to stay off grid!
We had a great stay in The Showman's Carriage. They have made great use of the space which provides a well equipped, comfortable place to stay. Gemma's husband kept us well stocked up with logs to feed the Logburner. We...
It was lovely fun place, super cosy once fire was going. Shane the weather was so wet, but carriage was was well thought out and beautifully done.
The Showman’s carriage was perfect for our half term break. The location was perfect. West, East Wittering, Itchenor all accessible with 10 mins. Stuart was a gentleman and great with local knowledge and bringing us extra kindling for the log...
Stunning and unique! What an absolute Gem this place is. Quirky and unique decoration, fabulous space with all the things you might need for a comfortable stay. So peaceful with lots of space which the dog loved! Beautifully private and...
A lovely stay in a unique setting. Would recommend and I’d love to stay again
Clean and comfortable. Really pleasant location. Highly recommended.
Lovely place for a quiet stay (stayed out of season). Clean, comfortable etc. Would recommend
Thanks for having us.
Absolutely wonderful hosts so welcoming and we loved staying here. great surrounding and perfect for bringing the dog.
The showmans carriage was a really lovely stay, it was close to lots of lovely beaches and was really peaceful. it's set within a really green, quiet space. Gemma was a lovely host and very proactively communicative. we would definitely...
It's a beautiful place, quiet just dirty inside and out. Lots of dust inside, dirty bed linen and hair on the linen and on the floor. The bed linen smelled bad, dirty. Outside, everything is covered in cobwebs. So no...
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful place with lovely outside area to relax in the evening.
We loved our stay in the Showman’s Carriage, very cool interiors and plenty of space outside for kids to run around, plus a little swing set! Really quick drive to the beaches, a perfect little family getaway. Thank you 😊
Fantastic place to stay. Beautiful, peaceful location. We will visit again!
Had a great relaxing few days at the showmans caravan. Great location as its near some great beaches. Brought our dog along, he enjoyed the stay also.
Thank you for a lovely holiday in your wonderful bespoke caravan. We all had a great time and our 4 year old loved it and keeps talking about it!
Beautiful place to stay, was better than we had expected.
We will definitely recommend and come back one day. Perfect.
Completely lovely accommodation, very well thought out and beautiful area
Fantastic location and facilities. Would highly recommend.
Lovely place to stay,only stayed for one night but would stay again,host very helpfull even though we arrived later than anticipated.Very quiet and peacefull,ideal chill out !!!!!!
Fantastic few days , lovely area , great beaches which allowed the dogs Accommodation was very clean and perfect area for us to sit and lots of space . Just What you need for a few days relaxing and exploring...
Gemma’s place was amazing with everything you need for a short break or a longer stay. Outdoor facilities were brilliant as was the indoor space. Great part of Sussex on the doorstep of Downs with many walks and a great...
Can’t praise this experience enough. I had a fantastic time, the carriage is perfect. Clean, functional and very funky with the cool decor! Coal was provided for bbq which was lovely and Gemma’s husband was super friendly. I would stay...
Amazing place for wild country holiday. Beautiful living room, clean bathroom & kitchen. Full outdoor facilities such as BBQ and seating. We enjoy this wonderful stay.
Wow what a little gem! We will definately be coming back to this gorgeous accomadation. Everything was perfect and our dogs loved it. Thankyou Gemma we will be back.
This converted/modernised fairground caravan is certainly a novelty! Has lots of ingenious touches and practical amenities; and the spaciousness outside more than compensates for the compactness of kitchen. Super practical hosts. Thanks for a nice stay.
We loved our stay here. The setting is sublime and peaceful, just what we needed. The wagon is beautifully designed and has everything to make the showman’s carriage a home from home.
Lovely place! We would definitely return- peaceful and fab location!
Fabulous, glamorous stay in this historic circus carriage. Beautifully restored with original features. Really comfy bed. Log stove inside (we didn’t need it) and fit pit and outside dining really meant we could relax, large open space for frisbee and...
The Showman’s Carriage was lovely. So eclectic in design. So much lovely room outside to ourselves - best place for a lovely Jack Russell to chase a ball for hours on end. Hosts were great. Beach close by. Lots of...
This place is outstanding. A must visit we will def visit again. Myself, husband , 2 year old daughter and 2 doggies loved this place. The grounds were amazing great for children and dogs. We spent most of our time...
Really beautiful place in lovely surroundings. Lots of thought has gone into making it special and unique. Super comfy bed, lovely shower, had our first bbq of 2023 in the private outdoor space. Such a lovely couple of days away!!!
Our long weekend at Gemma’s place was exactly what we needed. It was so peaceful, beautiful and spacious. We loved staying in the showman’s carriage with our pup who loved running around the surrounding area. It is so much more...
Ideal location for the beach and other amenities. Great pubs in neighbouring villages too. The location of the Showman’s carriage was lovely & peaceful and we kept nice & warm with the log burner. The only downside for us was...
Review of ‘The Showman’s Carriage aka One Ray Round Carriage’. Cons - No welcome book or instruction manual in the carriage at all! It is a necessity to have one due to no Wi-Fi and the awful phone signal (I...
Very enjoyable stay, would highly recommend. Very clean and cosy and had everything you needed. Plenty to do around the area a perfect weekend away.
Wow, wow, wow……a great little find, I had a couple of nights here and was so impressed with the entire layout 😁 if you’re ever in the area you’d be mad not to give it a go. Proper comfy bed...
loved our stay at this amazing place. Perfect get away location.
Beautiful showmans carriage everything needed for an amazing stay. Great outdoor cooking facilities. Truly a privilege and pleasure to stay at this fantastic location.
We had a lovely cosy weekend staying here, it was so cute and unique with a lovely comfy bed, the log burner and radiator made it nice and cosy, we will definitely be back
Really lovely, homely accommodation. We had a great weekend together with our 12 year old daughter. The carriage warmed up quickly once we put the fire on (great for the winter months). Would love to come back in the warmer...
Quirky and unique. Cosy with log burner well stocked by Stuart. Bed comfy and great shower. Superb surroundings within easy distance of all amenities, pubs, Chichester etc.
Beautiful accommodation, my daughter loved it and wants to visit again in the summer
Thoroughly enjoyed a couple of nights in the Showman's Carriage. We were there when the temperature fell to -5 so the log burner was much needed and welcome. Once lit, it didn't take long to get the fire going and...
We had the most wonderful New Year getaway in this stunning wagon! The whole place was just beautiful, the decor, the log burner, comfy bedding, cute kitchen and spacious shower! We enjoyed some rainy walks on nearby beaches and warmed...
We had a lovely stay at the Showman’s Carriage. We went in December so we were the only people there. It was warm and cosy with everything we needed. The dogs loved it.
We really enjoyed our stay. Someone had a lot of joy refurbing the caravan and everything was immaculate and well thought out. Super comfy bed, amazing shower and bathroom and lots of space all around. We stayed in December and...
We had a brilliant stay in the Showman's carriage! The owner who lives on the site is very friendly and helpful. The local area is beautiful and peaceful, with the beaches and several pubs. Everything is accessible by car though...
Lovely place to stay, area is fantastic and the camper has been done up beautifully. Please note however this is a camping site and during our stay vans camped up in close vicinity.
The Showmans caravan is a wonderfully unique stay - we loved it!. The place has been restored to a super high standard with all mod cons, but the character of the original van shines through. The bed and bedding are...
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