Guests say
Squirrels Drey is a well-regarded cottage offering generous accommodation and excellent country club facilities. Guests appreciate its beautiful setting, fluffy towels, and private garden. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the property's location and comfort are praised, making it a great choice for exploring Hampshire's attractions.
There are no specific comments regarding the cleanliness of the property, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The property is commended for its great location, convenient for visiting attractions in Hampshire and accessing nearby cities, contributing to a positive experience.
Guests find the cottage to be beautiful and the accommodation generous. However, the lack of a travel cot mentioned as a minor inconvenience affects the comfort score slightly.
The property is well-equipped with great showers and the bonus of country club facilities. Some issues with plumbing and heating are noted, alongside a need for better recycling options.
While guests mention facilities and equipment, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so this score cannot be determined.
About this property
Titchfield Common 1.4 miles. Resting within a country club in Fareham near Titchfield common, Squirrels Drey is an ideal base for a family looking to explore the scenic Hampshire countryside, with access to on-site facilities and off-road parking. Park off-road and cross the beautifully kept courtyard to reach this delightful hideaway. Enter into a light and airy social hub, where the living areas for this property are open-plan, with a feature fireplace resting in the centre of the room and housing a welcoming woodburning stove. From here, discover a well-stocked kitchen where guests can make use of the many amenities to cook up a storm. Mealtimes can be enjoyed at the dining table, and this is also a great spot for a family games night. With wooden roof beams and tasteful velvet sofas, the sitting area is ideal for a movie night or settling down beside the woodburning stove in the cooler months to enjoy a good book, and from here guests can access the front and rear courtyard via patio doors. On a sunny day, choose between the front patio for morning coffee in the sunshine with a view of the charming courtyard space, or a rear enclosed courtyard with furniture, ideal for alfresco dining. There are two well-presented bedrooms within this property, including a charming double with an en-suite shower room and a twin, serviced by a family bathroom. Guests are welcome to make the most of the great on-site facilities available, with tasty meals at the café and restaurant, a swimming pool, tennis court, squash court and a spa for your relaxation. For a lovely hideaway in Hampshire, pick Squirrels Drey.
Titchfield Common is one of several Southern Hampshire residential areas, close to both Southampton Water and Portsmouth Harbour. Titchfield village is well known for its charming, historic centre, the imposing ruins of the Abbey dating back to 1222, and Titchfield Haven Nature Reserve - 369 acres of wetland habitat, a haven for birdwatchers. Nearby Hill Head and Meon Shore offer promenades by the local beaches and views across the Solent to the Isle Of Wight. A short drive takes you to Portsmouth's historic dockyard, home to the magnificent HMS Victory, Mary Rose and many other attractions. Close by is Gunwharf Quays retail outlet and the spectacular Spinnaker Tower. The popular city of Southampton offers plenty of attractions, and a 40-minute drive brings you to the picturesque New Forest National Park including Beaulieu House and Motor Museum and Bucklers Hard. The Titchfield area offers a wide range of activities to suit all ages and interests.
Accommodation
Single storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Central heating.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Communal front non-enclosed garden with furniture, rear enclosed garden with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.9 miles, beach 3.6 miles.
Note: Guests have use of country club facilities including a spa, hairdressers, gym, coffee shop, bar, swimming pool, tennis court, squash court and more.
Please Note - Weekly Bookings during peak times can only be Friday - Friday.
Please Note - No Saturday or Sunday Check ins.
Please Note - Short breaks cannot start on Saturday or Sunday.
Please Note - Short breaks is 3 nights minimum.
Nearby points of interest
- Hovercraft Museum
- Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson
- Solent Sky Museum
- Southampton City Art Gallery
- SeaCity Museum
- HMS Victory
- Osborne House
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- University of Portsmouth
Reviews (7)
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Andrew
There are lots of places to visit within half an hours drive. We especially liked the use of the pool, sauna and tennis courts, which were very easy to book. Parking was of great benefit just being the other side of the garden gate. We would definitely look to use the cottage again if ever holidaying in this area.
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Steve
My only gripe was the lack of recycling facilities - we stored up our glass, plastic and paper and recycled it at home. Looking after the planet is important so this is an addition the owners need to address!
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Heather
Lack of oven trays No shower mat to reduce slipping/injury risk especially for people with disabilities like myself No instant response available with the heating system Gutters need attention, since when it rained there was a constant dripping sound