Title: Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=91997993&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. Family-friendly vacation home in Andover ## Photo gallery for Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. (Andover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91998000/91997993/c7dca055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. (Andover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91998000/91997993/0539cb6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. (Andover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91998000/91997993/74313af9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. (Andover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91998000/91997993/35962955.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. (Andover)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91998000/91997993/30563ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this charming Hampshire cottage, St Mary Bourne, nestled in a tranquil edge-of-village setting with views over the iconic Bourne Valley. Enjoy modern comforts amidst historic charm with two generous bedrooms and an open plan living area. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32620000/32618000/32617953/d75b6dc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Hart, Andover by Marston's Inns Andover - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.4 Good 426 reviews $53 nightly $64 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=32617953&PinnedHotelID=32617953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22410000/22409200/22409152/45eb07c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Jack Russell Andover - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.8 Exceptional 193 reviews $178 nightly $214 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=22409152&PinnedHotelID=22409152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6670000/6664800/6664725/35dd4c47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hatchet Inn Andover - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 393 reviews $129 nightly $155 total Feb 19 - Feb 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=6664725&PinnedHotelID=6664725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2860000/2859200/2859124/5ef50a3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hawk Inn Andover - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 224 reviews $49 nightly $59 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=2859124&PinnedHotelID=2859124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39990000/39982800/39982775/dfbf6c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chalkcroft lodge Andover - Pool - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very Good 12 reviews $191 nightly $191 total Mar 14 - Mar 15 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=39982775&PinnedHotelID=39982775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2780000/2773900/2773823/db967cc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House Winchester - Pool - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very Good 1,001 reviews $97 nightly $116 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=2773823&PinnedHotelID=2773823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22410000/22408100/22408046/f2d5dd94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bourne Valley Inn Andover - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 151 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=22408046&PinnedHotelID=22408046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite 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 ## About the neighborhood Andover is home to this vacation home. Highclere Castle and Whitchurch Silk Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and North Wessex Downs. Traveling with kids? Consider Finkley Down Farm, or check out an event or a game at Thruxton Kart Centre. [Visit our Andover travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Andover.dx6038) [View more Vacation Homes in Andover](https://www.expedia.com/Andover-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6038-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.24322%2C-1.39410&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6DnBOFhzMzjb2EzT0NHU-hezijU=) Andover, Hampshire ### What's nearby - ![Avebury stones](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084575/e29b4634-f9c4-4b5f-a4cf-6f5c77b4c5c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Wessex Downs 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Loads of history and lovely buildings ..good place to visit for a hour or so . ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5671/cb444dde-1222-445a-9df5-6d2af8dbd30b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) River Test 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Stonehenge which includes heritage elements and a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050515/0aef18d7-e588-4210-b7a3-598e02560823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Stonehenge 37 min drive \- 28.7 miles - ![A beautiful river walk in The New Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046242/b7861582-3dd0-4924-9caa-7ab9cfa8b6c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New Forest National Park 43 min drive \- 39.1 miles - ![HDEF21 Cunarder Queen Mary 2 berthed at Southampton cruise terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156577/79ad4e8b-9ece-44f5-a1a8-333c7cc431cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Southampton Cruise Terminal 45 min drive \- 34.9 miles ### Getting around - Winchester Station 21 min drive - Southampton (SOU) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - Tesco Cafe 10 min drive - Yo! Sushi 9 min drive - Wingers 9 min drive - Whitchurch Silk Mill 8 min drive - The Blue Rickshaw 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.? ### What time is check-out at Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs.? ### Where is Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Secluded, warm & cosy cottage - rural but 10 mins easy walk of shop/pubs. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeremy s. Jun 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### stayover very pleasant, well equipped, above all in a lovely peaceful location ##### jeremy s. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james o. Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### james o. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael C. Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Michael C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ##### Verified traveler Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam D. Apr 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location This property was as advertised, we really enjoyed our stay. ##### Sam D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Penny Lee Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely location in beautiful village. Very relaxing. ##### Penny Lee Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neusha M. Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We absolutely loved our stay at Khalid's cottage. It was perfectly situated in a picturesque village, close to 2 lovely local pubs with great walks from the house. The house itself was exactly as we'd hoped - clean, cosy and comfortable. Lots of lovely touches too such as board games, books and recommendations for local attractions. We really couldn't have picked a better spot for our girls weekend away. We will be back! Thank you for everything, Khalid. ##### Neusha M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane F. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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! ##### Jane F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudie Jenkins May 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Trudie Jenkins Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023