Guests say
Stable Cottage offers a peaceful and comfortable retreat in the countryside, praised for its cleanliness, well-equipped interiors, and tranquil setting. Guests appreciate the relaxing garden and proximity to scenic walks and local pubs. While the cottage is not within easy walking distance of villages and some guests noted slow internet and a boiler smell, the overall experience is positive, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as beautifully clean, tidy, and well-maintained, with no significant complaints apart from one mention of a boiler smell, which does not appear to affect overall cleanliness.
The cottage is described as being in a quiet, peaceful location ideal for relaxation and countryside walks. However, it is not within safe walking distance of nearby villages, requiring a short drive for shops and pubs.
Guests consistently mention the cottage as comfortable, cosy, and homely, with comfortable bedding and a welcoming atmosphere.
The cottage is well-equipped with everything needed for a stay, though there are some minor issues noted such as slow or intermittent internet and a gas boiler smell.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Light and spacious barn conversion, with miles of scenic walks in the Meon Valley, South Downs within easy reach..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 4 steps in the garden. Please note: Families, couples and holidaymakers only.. Amidst beautiful rolling countryside and farmland, set in the grounds of the owner’s farmhouse, Drayton Farm Barns (pddp, pddq & pddr) have been skillfully converted from one large barn. Offering plenty of light and space, these beautifully presented barns have been tastefully furnished to a high specification. Henwood (pddr) is an ‘upside down’ house, designed with the living area on the first floor to take advantage of the superb countryside views. They enjoy shared use of a large lawned garden, and direct access to miles of scenic walks in this wonderful part of Hampshire within the Meon Valley, with the river meandering through the farmland.
Just over a mile is the quaint thatched roof village of East Meon, which has shops, a church and two renowned pubs serving good food. West Meon (where Thomas Lord rests, founder of Lords cricket) is also close by with award-winning butchers and pub. Within easy reach are the glorious South Downs, Portsmouth with Nelsons Victory, The Mary Rose, waterside dining, designer shopping and ferry trips to the Isle of Wight, as well as Winchester Cathedral, Southampton with its extensive maritime history, the vast heathland walks and riding in The New Forest, historic Chichester with cathedral and festival theatre, beaches at the Witterings or Hayling Island, Watercress steam train, Jane Austen’s House, Gilbert White’s House, Birdworld and Marwell Zoo. London is about an hour by train from nearby Petersfield. Shops 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Holidaymakers only.
There are drops in the garden.
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium
- Marwell Zoo
- Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson
- Winchester City Mill
- South Downs Way
- Weald and Downland Open Air Museum
- HMS Victory
- Wye National Nature Reserve
- Winchester Castle
- Cowdray Castle
Reviews (11)
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Christopher Browne
Lovely homely cottage Nice pubs nearby Good place to venture out from
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Mr Terence Smith
We were made to feel welcome Cottage clean and tidy, very comfortable and all you need is there to useBedrooms and bedding comfortable
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Russell Smith
We did find the internet connection was both rather slow and also intermittent. However, Openreach staff were working in the area, and it could be the signal will be better in the future.