Guests say
Guests have had a delightful stay at Sherpa, praising its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and suitability for large groups, including pets. The garden and games room are highlights, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Its proximity to local amenities, the New Forest, and attractions like Paultons Park adds to its appeal.
The property generally meets expectations for cleanliness, though some guests noted areas for improvement such as descaling the kettle and cleaning cutlery trays. These appear to be minor issues within the broader context of guest feedback.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to local shops, pubs, and attractions like the New Forest and Paultons Park. Its accessibility to nearby towns and cities enhances its appeal, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Overall, guests find the house comfortable, with ample space and a pleasant garden. Some guests mentioned hard mattresses and a need for better seating comfort, but these are relatively few compared to the positive comments on the property's comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, especially the well-stocked kitchen and games room. However, several reviews mention minor maintenance issues like broken toilet seats and stiff keys, which slightly detract from the overall experience.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Settled in the village of West Wellow in Hampshire is this large (>2,100 sqft) contemporary detached house, Sherpa. With five bedrooms sleeping up to 10 guests, the property is located close to the coast and New Forest National Park, with an impressive interior offering everything families and friends need for a self-catering holiday in Hampshire. You'll find a private driveway to unload your luggage and step inside the spacious hallway with room to keep prams, boots and coats. Be wowed by the spacious, sleek kitchen/diner with high-quality amenities and stylish features, including a centre island with a breakfast bar to socialise whilst the group's chef prepares dinner. Tuck into supper here or carry your plates through to the living/dining room with a dining table for 10; why not pop open a bottle of fizz and toast to your homely getaway? After loading up the dishwasher, your whole party can sink into the squishy sofas to watch TV or relax with a good book. You can let the outside in on summer days by opening the patio doors, which lead to a large, partially enclosed garden (gap between the house and garage) to dine alfresco and play games on the lawn! After the day's adventures, freshen up in the cloakroom and throw sandy bathing suits or grubby walking gear into the utility room's washing machine ready for tomorrow. Another space for evening entertainment and rainy days awaits upstairs where the first-floor games room hosts a TV, games console, table football, and a sofa; sure to be the favourite hideout for younger guests! Sherpa has five bedrooms, one of which is a ground-floor double with TV an en-suite shower room ideal for those with limited mobility, whilst the first floor has a king-size master with en-suite, a double, a twin, and a bunk bed. All guests have access to a family bathroom with a bath and shower over to get ready for the day ahead. Explore West Wellow where the Red Rover pub offers a classic British menu, plenty of delicious cakes at Headlands Farm Coffee Shop, and a local convenience store if you prefer eating at home. If you're seeking an outdoor adventure, you'll be in a prime spot for Woodington Lakes Trout Fishery, Wellow Golf Club, and plenty of wildlife and paths through the New Forest National Park for walking and cycling (secured bike storage available in a garage). Be sure to visit Nomansland village for The Lamb Inn pub and the town of Fordingbridge. For thrill seekers and lovers of Peppa Pig, Paultons Park is just a short drive away! The port city of Southampton has plenty of historic and heritage sites to discover such as Tudor House & Garden, SeaCity Museum, and the popular public park of Southampton Common. Alternatively, drive northwest to the medieval city of Salisbury with the stunning Salisbury Cathedral, Fisherton Mill Gallery, and the 18th-century Mompesson House, owned by the National Trust. There's something for the whole family to enjoy with a stay at Sherpa.
Wellow is a lovely village that encompasses both East and West Wellow settlements. There are a variety of things to see and do in the village itself, including pubs and cafés, an ice cream shop and tearooms, a golf course, a village hall that hosts activities and events throughout the year, and shops where you can get all of your goods for your self-catering stay. The community is ideal for nature lovers who want to explore Hampshire's countryside on foot or by bike, and the village is bordered by the New Forest National Park, so you'll be sure to view some of the best sites on the southern coast.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with TV, en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Living/dining room.
First-floor games room with sofa
Gas central heating with open fire.
Double electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher.
3 x Smart TVs, WiFi, DVD player (and DVDs), table football, games console, board games Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private driveway with parking for 3/4 cars.
Fully enclosed garden with patio, lawn, charcoal barbecue and furniture.
Secure bike storage.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles, New Forest National Park 0.3 miles.
Note: There is a wheelchair-friendly ramp available at the property and a ground-floor bedroom with en-suite.
Note: There is a child
seat, potty, toys, and child cutlery available.
Note: Preferred Saturday check in, other days are available on request.
Note - One well behaved dog accepted.
Nearby points of interest
- Peppa Pig World
- SeaCity Museum
- Southampton City Art Gallery
- Solent Sky Museum
- Salisbury Museum
- Army Flying Museum
- Marwell Zoo
- South Downs Way
- Winchester City Mill
- Winchester Castle
Reviews (14)
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Jackie
Sherpa was the ideal holiday setting for our three generation family group of nine. A well equipped homely experience for larger groups to holiday together with a nice garden area. We enjoyed the plentiful Sunday lunch at The Red Rover pub and the space and activities at the local play park, both are just a 5 minute walk away from the property. We found Sherpa to be ideally situated to visit Paultons Park, Beaulieu, Longleat and Southampton. We would definitely recommend holidaying at Sherpa.
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Ann
Everything we could possibly need and more was provided. Beds were comfy, plenty of wardrobe and drawer space. The kitchen was amazing so light and clean, every appliance needed, plenty of cooking utensils and pits and pans. The living room and dining room were very comfortable with plenty of seating. The games room was a bonus, although we didn't use it a lot it was ideal for families with children. We did however have a couple if games of table football. We did make use of the garden and sat out there on the evenings, and played badminton, swing ball and coites. All in all we had an excellent week, obviously the weather helped as well. The only thing I would like to point out is that tge kettle needs descaling.
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Iain
Not sure what to do, it was left near the bins, we assumed that the maintenance crew knew where and are instructed to dispose of it. There were a few niggles with the property that once seen to would improve the experience greatly. Details can be provided if required, I do not wish to be negative about a generally great stay in Sherpa which is ideally placed to explore the New Forest and beyond.