Dog-friendly Hampshire

Westgate Winchester is a pretty Victorian terraced cottage in the heart of the city and within the historic centre. The Great Hall houses the greatest symbol of mediaeval mythology, King Arthur’s Round Table.
The mainline train station is just 300 yards away, making the cottage a perfect location to explore this great historic city and further afield.
Westgate Winchester is lovingly fitted and furnished with character, combined with contemporary features; including an open fire, feature brick walls, Blue tooth speakers and smart TV’s as well as a modern fitted kitchen.
The cottage is a spacious Victorian townhouse, with two living areas downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs, as well as a shower room. There’s an enclosed courtyard garden for evening drinks to enjoy a moment of quiet or some alfresco dining on a warm night.
Westgate Winchester will suit couples and small families looking for a well-earned city break escape, but also the business traveller needing short term accommodation in Winchester. No car needed in this perfect location, with everything on your doorstep!

Escape to The Chapel, a delightful detached property that offers ample space for a couple seeking a tranquil retreat. With its vaulted ceiling, large beautiful windows, and a galleried bedroom overlooking the ground floor, The Chapel provides an impressive and open outlook. The ground floor encompasses an open-plan living/dining area and kitchen, accompanied by a ground-floor bathroom for your convenience. A wood burner adds warmth and ambience, perfect for chilly evenings. Outside, the garden with seating provides an ideal spot to savour a morning coffee and soak in the surroundings.
Nestled in the picturesque village of Owslebury, in the heart of the South Downs National Park—an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—The Chapel is surrounded by fantastic walks and cycle tracks, offering an immersive experience in nature. For a relaxing night off from cooking, a 30-minute stroll takes you to the village pub, which serves a gastro food menu alongside a variety of lagers, real ales, and wines. The historic cathedral city of Winchester is a mere 15-minute drive away, boasting attractions such as Winchester Cathedral, King Arthur’s Round Table, and Jane Austen’s House. The city hosts numerous events throughout the year, from street theatre and jazz festivals to outdoor cinema and film events. Winchester is renowned for its Christmas market with an outdoor ice rink, and its cobbled streets are home to boutique shops and a thriving food scene, featuring market stalls, street food, and farmer’s markets.
The local area offers a range of shooting grounds, fishing lakes, and golf courses for outdoor enthusiasts. A short drive takes you to the historic dockyard city of Portsmouth, with its retail outlet, Gunwharf Quays, just 30 minutes away. Venture 15 miles to The New Forest National Park, a diverse landscape offering scenic beauty, wildlife, pub lunches, historic buildings, and various walks and cycleways. For a day trip, consider visiting The Isle of Wight, accessible by ferry from Lymington or Southampton. The Chapel invites you to unwind, explore, and embrace the natural beauty and historic charm of its surroundings, ensuring a memorable escape in the heart of the South Downs.

The Old Sweet Shop offer lots of period charm and character, with three bedrooms perfect for sleeping up to five guests. The ground floor features an open plan living space that exudes warmth and cosiness. A wood-burning stove adds to the ambience, creating a perfect atmosphere for relaxation. The fitted kitchen is well-equipped, providing all the necessary amenities for culinary endeavours. Ascending to the first floor, you’ll find a landing area leading to three inviting bedrooms. Each room boasts its own unique appeal, blending traditional elements with modern luxury comforts. You also have Superfast Wi-Fi throughout. Additionally, there is a modern fitted bathroom, providing a luxurious space for rejuvenation. One of the stand-out features of this property is its wonderful long west-facing garden. This outdoor haven offers a tranquil retreat where you can unwind and soak up the sunshine. The garden is complemented by a large garden summerhouse.
Within walking distance of the cottage, you’ll discover a plethora of attractions and amenities in the historic city of Winchester including the magnificent medieval cathedral that showcases stunning architecture and rich history. The Great Hall and King Arthur’s Round Table, Winchester City Mill – a working water mill that provides insight into Winchester’s industrial heritage. Visit Wolvesey Castle and discover the ruins of this medieval bishop’s palace, offering a glimpse into the city’s past. Take a guided tour of Winchester College, one of the oldest schools in the country, known for its impressive architecture. Stroll through the vibrant streets lined with charming shops, boutiques, cafés, restaurants, cinema and theatre. Visit Winchester’s iconic medieval gatehouse, which now serves as a museum and offers panoramic views from its rooftop.
Beyond Winchester, the surrounding area offers numerous attractions and activities. A short drive away, you can explore the picturesque South Downs National Park, perfect for scenic walks, cycling, and enjoying the beautiful countryside. Additionally, the charming villages of Hampshire, such as Alresford and Stockbridge, are within easy reach, offering quaint shops, country pubs, and local markets. Beach 18 miles. Pub and restaurant 175 yards.

Little Yew Tree Lodge is positioned in a small village called Worlds End in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Furnished to a high standard with a fantastic, sociable, open plan living/dining and kitchen with everything you could need for a very comfortable stay. Sleeping for up to four guests, there are two bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other with a double, both boasting their own modern en-suite bathrooms with walk in showers.
French doors lead to a lovely patio area off the rear bedroom, the perfect spot for that morning coffee. The large rear garden is the perfect spot to enjoy both day and night. Why not escape the sun and shelter with a book under the sheltered pergola. Or enjoy a relaxing time in the wood-fired, oxygen-cleaned hot tub with led lights. A perfect way to spend a summer’s evening.
Little Yew Tree Lodge is ideal for couples, friends or a small family looking to embrace Hampshire’s beautiful countryside, with lots of beautiful walks and cycling trails, yet easily accessible to an array of activities and sites. A great location to enjoy the hugely popular events at Goodwood and Fontwell Park Racecourse. Close by Hambledon Vineyard, nestled on the edge of the South Downs, is England’s oldest commercial vineyard. Sparkling wine is produced on-site in the gravity-fed state of the art winery – the only one in the UK.
Easy reach are beaches at Hayling Island, Southsea, and West Wittering’s and just a 25-minute drive from the nautical city of Portsmouth with the amazing views from the top of Spinnaker Tower, designer outlet shopping and waterside dining at Gunwharf Quays. Day trips to the Isle of Wight and HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition, The D-Day Museum, Southsea castle and Blue Reef Aquarium. The historic cathedral city of Winchester, 30 minutes away, boasting many historic attractions such as Winchester Cathedral, King Arthur’s Round Table and Jane Austen’s House. The city is host to a variety of events throughout the year including street theatre, jazz festivals and outdoor cinema and film events. Also known for its Christmas market with outdoor ice rink.

Located in a breathtaking setting, completely enveloped in the rolling countryside which is has wildlife in abundance, this attractive, brick and flint holiday cottage makes a romantic and peaceful retreat, ideal for couples and walkers. As the name suggests, Drovers Cottage was formerly a place of rest for drovers (modern day livestock transporters), who travelled hundreds and hundreds of miles with their animals and needed somewhere to rest. The group of fir trees, which still remain to this day, were an easily recognisable landmark even from afar. The fields surrounding the cottage are of archaeological interest, as they were used as Roman camps and often oyster shells can be found, these were brought in barrels from the coast for the Roman warriors to eat, and they tossed the shells into the fields.
Having been totally renovated, Drovers Cottage offers tasteful and well-presented accommodation, and is within easy walking distance to the quaint thatched-roof village, with its shop, beautiful church and two pubs serving good food. This picturesque village is steeped in history, it has a bronze burial in the parish, which dates back to 2000BC. The village was part of the Royal Manor, belonging first to King Alfred the Great, then later William the Conqueror, which is recorded in the Domesday Book.
Within easy reach are the South Downs, Portsmouth, Winchester Cathedral, Southampton with its maritime history, the New Forest, Chichester, beaches at the Witterings or Hayling Island, the Watercress steam train, Jane Austen’s house, Gilbert White’s house and Birdworld. London is just an hour by train from nearby Petersfield. Seasonal fishing available in a small lake close by. Shops ¼ mile.

Fitted throughout with oak floors and beams, this stunning detached barn conversion is located in a small hamlet with footpaths and lanes making this ideal for keen walkers and cyclists. The bustling town of Alresford, 6 miles, is a beautiful Georgian town and which for many centuries was a prosperous wool town, it has historical and colourful painted buildings and many cafés, pubs and boutique shops. This is a fantastic holiday base for the Grange Park Opera, the Watercress railway line and fishing at the Itchen Valley. The New Forest, Stonehenge and the coastal resorts of Dorset and Hampshire are within easy reach. Shop 3 miles. Pub and restaurant 2 miles.