Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.

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The Old Stables - looking north
Neptune Kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining table
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10Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"This lovely cottage was amazing!! Charming and historic while modern and very well appointed. Khalid was very responsive to every question or request. Everything was very clean and we had everything ..."
Wendy M.
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10 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

House in Test Valley District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

A spacious cottage - two bedroom, three bathroom - converted from old stables - part of a 15th century traditional Hampshire farmstead in a tranquil edge-of-village (one guest described St Mary Bourne as a "Miss Marple village") setting with views over the iconic Bourne Valley. Two local pubs and village shop/cafe plus historic 12th century church within a 10 minute walk along flat footpaths. Perfect for a get-away-from-it-all weekend or midweek break. Wonderful at Christmas and New Year.

The cottage retains many olde worlde features but is fully modernised. It's warm and cosy - heated by environment friendly automatic wood pellet system.

A single, well behaved dog welcome (up to 35kg). Please enquire abotu our house rules for dogs.

Two generous, ensuite bedrooms - one king, one twin.
Downstairs bathroom.

Large open plan living, dining and kitchen area downstairs.

Outside ample car parking and small garden/dining area with fire pit and BBQ.

Well equipped kitchen, hob and oven, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker and cafetiere. Dishwasher and washer dryer.

Woodburning stove (free logs!)

Guest access
The cottage has its own entrance and is self contained.
Other things to note
Handy for:
Highclere Castle (home of Downton Abbey) - 8 miles
Historic Winchester - 17 miles
Newbury - racing and training stables
Further afield - Salisbury with the tallest spire in the UK - Historic Portsmouth featuring HMS VIctory and the Mary Rose Museum.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Test Valley District


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
This lovely cottage was amazing!! Charming and historic while modern and very well appointed. Khalid was very responsive to every question or request. Everything was very clean and we had everything we needed.It’s a nice easy walk into town to the local shop and pub. If we are ever back in the area we would definitely stay again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The host was very quick to reply to any questions.The cottage was as described and was in a lovely peaceful environment, Plenty of dishes and utensils to use and a lovely local pub within walking distance.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
5*. A beautiful cottage with the highest level of quality. Everything has been thought about in great detail and it is a wonderful cottage for a holiday break in the Hampshire countryside.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Beautiful cottage in a very quiet location. Very well equipped and finished to a high standard, would definitely recommend

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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