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

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Andover, Hampshire
  • Whitchurch Silk Mill
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bombay Sapphire Distillery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Highclere Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Andover

A family-friendly stay in Andover awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from River Test and 6.5 km (4 mi) from North Wessex Downs. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Andover holiday home include Highclere Castle and South Downs National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Whitchurch Silk Mill - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Finkley Down Farm - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Bombay Sapphire Distillery - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Highclere Castle - 16 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 23 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 21 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tesco Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buddha - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whitchurch Silk Mill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kudos - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Dogs must be restricted to downstairs only and not allowed on the soft furnishings. We can lend you a crate for your dog if required.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs welcomed by prior arrangement. £30 per stay.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.?

No, Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful! Well appointed.Quiet and secluded - just what we wanted. But not far from anything.Many extra little touches that we all appreciated.Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Penny Lee

Lovely location in beautiful village. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy s.

Liked: Cleanliness

stayover

very pleasant, well equipped, above all in a lovely peaceful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at Old Stables

Just as expected. Great cottage, clean, modern and good location near small village. Enjoyed both pubs/inns in the local village. Communication with owner was superb even though he was out of town. Made us feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This property was as advertised, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil retreat

This is an amazing property, set at the end of a lane so is quiet and secluded ( just what was needed) but the village has a couple of local pub/ restaurants nearby and the community cafe and shop are also within walking distance. Stable cottage is immaculately maintained and so very comfortable whilst having everything you could need to hand. The hosts were friendly and attentive but recognised that privacy was important. Any questions prior to arrival were dealt with quickly and efficiently.Would love to return without any doubt at all. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

james o.

Liked: Cleanliness

St. Mary Bourne

The Old Stables is a wonderful location that pictures do not do justice! Hosts are very friendly and helpful and the scenery is magnificent. Would highly recommend and we hope we can return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudie Jenkins

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely accommodation

Nice accommodation very quiet. Nice linens and towels. Location is beautiful with lots of trees and lovely buildings. Added bonus of being able to walk to two pubs, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023