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Hampshire

Hampshire is a historic county in South East England known for its diverse landscapes, rich heritage sites, maritime cities, and vibrant cultural and outdoor activities.

Oaklands Farm- Cottage 1

Cottage 1 is a one bedroom studio apartment in a converted barn, located on Oaklands Farm in the village of East Tytherley, set in the countryside of the Test Valley surrounded by tranquil country lanes and open landscapes.

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2 miles from Mottisfont

Mottisfont Abbey is a Grade I listed historic estate and former priory in Hampshire, featuring a historic house museum, extensive gardens with a renowned rose collection, riverside walks, and seasonal cultural and children's activities. Operated by the National Trust, it combines meaningful indoor and outdoor experiences with art exhibitions and family-friendly events.

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3 miles from Winterbourne Downs

Winterbourne Downs is a RSPB nature reserve in Wiltshire preserving and restoring rare chalk grassland habitats. Visitors can enjoy marked nature trails, wildlife viewing screens, and panoramic views while spotting rare birds like Stone-curlews. The site offers wheelchair accessible paths and picnic areas but no indoor facilities or food services.

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2 miles from Christchurch Castle

Christchurch Castle in Dorset is a historic Norman motte and bailey castle featuring ruins of a stone keep and the Constable's House, a rare Norman domestic dwelling. The site offers outdoor exploration of the castle grounds and gardens, as well as indoor experience of the preserved Constable's House, managed by English Heritage.

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The Dairy

A barn conversion on a farm in Chichester Harbour suitable for families or couples, surrounded by extensive natural fields and close to coastal and countryside attractions.

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3 miles from Medmerry

Medmerry is a coastal nature reserve near Chichester offering extensive trails, panoramic views, and excellent birdwatching including avocets and birds of prey. The reserve is free to enter, dog-friendly on public paths, and features multiple car parks. Toilets and refreshments are available at a nearby visitor centre.

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Broad View Farm - Larch Lodge

Larch Lodge is a spacious ground-floor family accommodation situated on the edge of The South Downs National Park, surrounded by 100 acres of rolling countryside and offering a private garden terrace with barbecue.

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3 miles from Farnham Castle

Farnham Castle is a historic 12th-century castle in Surrey that served as the residence of the Bishops of Winchester for over 800 years, featuring a preserved shell keep, curtain walls, historic gardens, and a visitors' exhibition detailing its 900-year history. It offers indoor tours of the keep and palace with outdoor exploration of its grounds and gardens.

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Brook and Meadow Barns - Brook Barn

This accommodation is a detached barn conversion located in the New Forest National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic private retreat with open heathland and wildlife nearby.

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2 miles from New Forest Northern Commons

New Forest Northern Commons is a vast open landscape in Hampshire featuring walking trails through heathland and ancient woodland pasture, home to rare wildlife and shaped by traditional commoning livestock grazing. Visitors can explore diverse habitats and enjoy a natural, historic environment outdoors.

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2 miles from West Dean Gardens

West Dean Gardens is a 92-acre award-winning garden featuring Victorian glasshouses, ornamental grounds with half a million spring bulbs, an Edwardian Pergola, and a scenic circular walk through an arboretum with panoramic views of the South Downs. It offers a rich outdoor horticultural experience with facilities including refreshments and parking.

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2 miles from Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum is a Victorian villa in Bournemouth featuring historic art collections, galleries, and a Japanese treasures room, alongside a small garden and a cafe with sea views. The venue offers tours, live music, and is mostly wheelchair accessible with facilities for children.

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3 miles from Boxgrove Priory

Boxgrove Priory is an ancient 12th-century Benedictine priory ruins located in the village of Boxgrove, West Sussex. The priory church remains in use as the Church of St Mary and St Blaise, with the ruins being a protected Grade I listed building, offering visitors a glimpse into England's medieval religious heritage.

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West Barns

Two modern barn conversions situated on a peaceful farm surrounded by countryside near the village of Wootton Bridge, offering a fresh and contemporary style with shared outdoor space and tranquil surroundings.

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2 miles from Osborne

Osborne House is a former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, built as a summer home for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Visitors can explore the grand Italianate architecture, royal apartments, extensive gardens, and enjoy the unique historic setting including a private beach and the Durbar Room with Indian influences. The site offers a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences with historic interiors and landscaped grounds.

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2 miles from Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve

Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve is a significant wetland habitat with trails, a visitor centre, and diverse birdlife including tern colonies. Visitors can enjoy outdoor wildlife watching, accessible paths, and various walking trails, with facilities like a café and picnic areas.

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Midgham Farm - Cedar Cabin

A newly renovated wooden eco cabin set in a peaceful ancient woodland on the edge of a working farm, offering a private and tranquil retreat surrounded by nature and wildlife with modern comforts.

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Star Cottage

Star Cottage in Ringwood is a newly renovated, stylish and cosy cottage ideal for a romantic getaway or small family holiday, located close to the New Forest and local amenities in a peaceful yet convenient town center setting.

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2 miles from Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle is a historic 16th-century artillery fort located on Hurst Spit in Hampshire, England, built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent. It features extensive 19th-century gun batteries, an active lighthouse, and served military roles through two World Wars. Now managed by English Heritage, the site offers visitors a glimpse into England's coastal defence history amid ongoing conservation efforts due to coastal erosion.

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2 miles from Castlepoint Shopping Centre

Castlepoint is a large retail park in Bournemouth, Dorset, featuring around 40 shops and multiple dining options within a two-level indoor shopping environment, supported by a spacious car park.

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Green Poplars

A newly refurbished single-storey holiday home in Gurnard near Cowes on the Isle of Wight, offering three bedrooms, two bathrooms, private outdoor decking with a barbecue and hot tub, and family-friendly amenities.

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3 miles from Newtown National Nature Reserve and Old Town Hall

Newtown National Nature Reserve on the Isle of Wight offers a unique blend of ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows, and a picturesque harbour filled with diverse birdlife. Visitors can explore peaceful walking trails, enjoy guided historical and wellbeing walks, and take part in water activities like canoeing. The 17th-century Old Town Hall nearby adds a historical element to the natural setting. The site is dog-friendly, wheelchair accessible on certain paths, and has food available at the Visitor Point.

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Stepping Stones

This is a two-bedroom semi-detached holiday let in a quiet cul de sac in Verwood, Dorset, with a spacious conservatory, cosy open plan living area, and a garden, offering a peaceful and comfortable retreat near countryside and coastal attractions.

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The Dairy

The Dairy is a contemporary barn conversion set in a rural location in Dorset, offering a spacious and stylishly designed living area on the ground floor with an open plan layout, perfect for family or group stays, featuring a back garden and private parking in tranquil countryside surroundings.

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Located in Verwood

Verwood is a historic market town in Dorset, England, known for its cultural heritage, community events, and local pottery industry, with accessible amenities, recreational facilities, and a walkable town centre.

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3 miles from The Summer House

The Summer House is a Georgian Gothic folly in Hampshire situated in a landscaped park by Capability Brown. Visitors can experience restored interiors, including a unique octagonal dining room and historic bathing room, as well as explore the surrounding gardens and nearby historic ruins on guided tours.

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Located in Bognor Regis

Bognor Regis is a historic seaside resort town in West Sussex known for its sandy beaches, cultural festivals, Butlin's holiday camp, and a vibrant arts scene including theatres and music events.

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Located in Bournemouth

Bournemouth is a vibrant coastal resort town in Dorset, England, famous for its seven-mile sandy beaches, Victorian architecture, lively nightlife, cultural venues, and tourism. It combines historic charm with modern attractions and hosts various festivals and events.

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Midgham Long Copse - Homewood

This accommodation is a recently converted barn offering a rural, country charm setting in the New Forest and Dorset area with scenic views and proximity to outdoor activities and local attractions.

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Spire View Hut

A stylish and homely shepherds hut with an open plan living space, situated in a peaceful countryside setting with scenic views towards Salisbury Cathedral, offering a private hot tub and garden area for a romantic and private retreat.

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1 mile from Breamore House

Breamore House is an Elizabethan manor house in Hampshire offering visitors an immersive experience of fine paintings, tapestries, and period furniture, set within beautiful parkland. The house has wheelchair accessible routes and a café, providing a comfortable visit amidst historic surroundings.

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The Boathouse

This Grade II listed two-bedroom holiday cottage by the sea offers a bright and airy open-plan living space with waterside views, situated on the waterfront of the Isle of Wight with an enclosed lawned garden and convenient access to local attractions and outdoor activities.

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3 miles from Deans Court

Deans Court is an elegant historic Georgian house set in ancient and romantic gardens in Wimborne Minster, featuring heritage interiors, a monastic fishpond, and a café, offering guided tours and special events access primarily for Historic Houses members and paying visitors.

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Goldridge

A quaint former granary accommodation set in a peaceful Hampshire South Downs rural stable yard location, ideal for couples seeking a scenic and laid-back countryside retreat with shared outdoor patio space and nearby walking and cycling opportunities.

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2 miles from Selborne Common

Selborne Common is a protected biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Hampshire, featuring ancient beechwood, diverse wildlife including rare butterflies and birds, wildflowers, and historic field systems. It offers outdoor exploration within a nationally managed nature reserve accessible via public footpaths.

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New Forest Annexe

A luxury ground-floor apartment in a family-run Edwardian house set within 8 acres of private land in the New Forest National Park, close to the beach and ideal for peaceful, nature-filled stays with outdoor access and private parking.

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2 miles from The Pepperbox

The Pepperbox is an historic hexagonal folly tower built in 1606 on Pepperbox Hill, Wiltshire. It offers panoramic views across the surrounding countryside including Salisbury. The tower is a Grade II listed building and a notable early folly, owned and preserved by the National Trust.

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Farriers

A charming holiday home annex in the New Forest National Park set along a quiet country lane offering a peaceful and romantic countryside retreat for couples with a double bedroom, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, private parking and a small courtyard outdoor space.

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Yew Tree Cottage

This detached cottage is located peacefully opposite National Trust heath and woodland, suitable for families including children and pets, offering a simple countryside retreat with on-site parking and outdoor garden space.

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3 miles from Ludshott Commons

Ludshott Common is a large heathland area in east Hampshire, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Protection Area, offering outdoor nature exploration and wildlife viewing in a protected heathland environment.

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2 miles from Foxbury

Foxbury is a fragile heathland restoration conservation site in Hampshire with no regular public access except for special events and educational groups. Visitors can enjoy outdoor trails, rare wildlife, and educational experiences amid natural heathland and woodland habitats.

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Meadow Hide

A newly built luxury lodge located in rural Sussex, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with private hot tub, woodburner, garden terrace, and scenic views, suitable for up to 4 guests with pet allowance and wheelchair accessibility.

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3 miles from Stansted Park

Stansted Park is an Edwardian country house set within 1800 acres of landscaped parkland and forest, offering visitors house tours, gardens, a chapel, woodland walks, and various outdoor attractions including a maze and light railway. Facilities include accessible parking, a café, and buggy service, with family-friendly activities and seasonal guided tours.

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Bodwen Corner Cottage

This holiday property is a semi-detached ground floor apartment located on a private road within a 9-acre historic estate, set in a rural and peaceful countryside area near the sea, with a private garden and family-friendly environment.

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Little Pickets - Little Picket

Little Picket is a luxurious five-bedroom countryside retreat in the New Forest near Ringwood, set in a peaceful rural location with scenic views and outdoor activities, suitable for groups and families including pets.

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Flanders Cottage

A charming thatched cottage in the New Forest National Park accommodating up to eight guests and two pets, featuring a private garden, outdoor swimming pool, and private parking, ideal as a celebration house and base for exploring nearby Hampshire and Dorset.

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Coach House Holidays Ltd - Coachmans Cottage

A charming former coach house for two guests on the edge of New Forest with a stylish open-plan interior, mezzanine double bedroom, private terrace with hot tub and barbecue, and off-road parking, offering a peaceful countryside retreat ideal for walking and cycling.

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Lower Whiteflood Farm Cottage

This detached former barn cottage is located on a peaceful working farm within South Downs National Park near Winchester, offering a tranquil and scenic base for couples to explore Hampshire's countryside and coastline.

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2 miles from Marwell Zoo

Marwell Zoo in Hampshire is a large wildlife park featuring diverse animal exhibits, including endangered species, accompanied by playgrounds, food outlets and conservation efforts. It offers an outdoor family-friendly experience within the historic Marwell Hall estate.

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3 miles from Carisbrooke Castle

Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle on the Isle of Wight known for its 13th-century buildings, Elizabethan fortifications, and as the prison of King Charles I. Visitors can explore the castle's interiors, the Isle of Wight Museum, and outdoor earthworks including a well with a working donkey wheel.

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3 miles from Stonehenge

Stonehenge is a world-famous prehistoric monument featuring the iconic Stone Circle and a museum exhibition showcasing 4,000 years of history. Visitors can explore the outdoor landscape and take part in guided tours inside the stone circle outside normal hours. The site offers a café, shop, and family-friendly facilities, making it a compelling cultural and educational day out.

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The Cottage at Boscobel

A peaceful and homely detached bungalow situated on the owner's property near the New Forest National Park, ideal for couples or small families seeking a quiet countryside holiday with nearby local amenities and scenic walks.

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Dreamcatcher

Dreamcatcher is a beachfront holiday home on Hayling Island with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, accommodating up to six guests, offering scenic views over the Solent to the Isle of Wight in a peaceful and homely setting.

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3 miles from Fort Cumberland (England)

Fort Cumberland is a historic pentagonal artillery fort in Southsea, Hampshire, protecting the entrance to Langstone Harbour and the Royal Navy Dockyard. Now managed by English Heritage, it offers pre-booked guided tours of its extensive masonry fortifications and houses a distillery and veterans charities within its casemates.

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Compton Farm Cottages - The Plough Shed

A rural retreat for two located in the South Downs National Park near the village of Compton, featuring open plan living, a wood burner, an enclosed lawned garden, and private parking; close to Chichester cathedral and scenic boat tours with countryside views.

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2 miles from Uppark

Uppark is a Grade I listed 17th-century historic house museum in West Sussex, open to the public as a National Trust property. It features extensive collections from the 18th century, has been carefully restored after a major fire in 1989, and holds historical significance including ties to writer H. G. Wells.

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1 mile from Langstone Harbour

Langstone Harbour is a nature reserve with tidal mudflats, saltmarsh, and lagoons supporting diverse waterbirds. It offers outdoor wildlife viewing along coastal paths with no visitor centre, on-site facilities, or entry fees.

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The Old Cowshed

The Old Cowshed is a two-bedroom lodge set in a peaceful countryside smallholding near Thorness Bay beach on the Isle of Wight, offering a tranquil rural retreat with modern comforts and scenic outdoor spaces.

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2 miles from Newtown Old Town Hall

Newtown Old Town Hall is a historic Tudor-style municipal building on the Isle of Wight, owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore its historic interiors and learn about its role in UK parliamentary history and Ferguson's Gang.

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Barbury Cottage

A quaint, quirky historic cottage in the village of Sheet near Petersfield, ideal for couples or small families seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with nearby outdoor activities, dog-friendly features, and a cosy atmosphere.

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Located in Petersfield

Petersfield is a historic market town in Hampshire, England, known for its heritage sites, weekly markets, and vibrant arts culture, situated within the South Downs National Park.

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Lilypad

Lilypad is a newly built home located in a peaceful residential area close to the high street of Ringwood, surrounded by a mix of architectural styles and access to local shops and eateries, with nearby trails ideal for walking and cycling.

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Located in Ringwood

Ringwood is a historic market town in Hampshire by the River Avon, known for its weekly market, rich medieval history, and cultural heritage including a notable brewery and filming locations.

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Located in Andover

Andover is a historic market town in Hampshire, England, known for its medieval heritage, arts and entertainment venues, and access to walking routes along the River Anton.

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Coach House Holidays Ltd - The Retreat

This elevated timber-framed cabin on the edge of the New Forest offers a cosy and stylish retreat blending nature and comfort, featuring a wraparound deck and private sunken hot tub, situated near beaches and trails for a peaceful forest and coastal experience.

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3 miles from Highcliffe Castle

Highcliffe Castle is a Grade I listed Gothic mansion on a cliff top in Dorset, offering restored historic interiors with exhibitions and beach access. Visitors can explore the house, enjoy the scenic grounds, and use the on-site cafe and picnic areas.

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South Wing Coldharbour Park Farm

A peaceful ground-floor accommodation in the South Downs National Park offering an open plan living space with a garden and private parking, suitable for up to three guests including pets and featuring countryside surroundings with nearby walking and cycling opportunities.

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2 miles from Portchester Castle

Portchester Castle is a historic medieval fortress built within a Roman Saxon Shore fort in Hampshire, England. Visitors can explore both the extensive outdoor castle grounds and inner bailey as well as indoor ruins and exhibits, experiencing rich history from Roman times to the Napoleonic Wars. The site features Norman architecture, royal apartments, and is managed by English Heritage.

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1 mile from The Vyne

The Vyne in Hampshire is a historic Tudor mansion with royal connections set within extensive gardens, meadows, and ancient woodlands. Visitors can explore opulent state rooms, enjoy family-friendly outdoor activities, and attend outdoor theatre and cinema events. On-site facilities include a tea-room and a gift shop, with accessibility features and dog-friendly areas.

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1 mile from Westquay

Westquay is a major shopping centre in Southampton, offering over 130 retail stores including major brands, a wide range of dining options, a cinema, and leisure facilities all within a large indoor complex heated by geothermal energy.

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Broad View Farm - Cedar Lodge

A ground-floor bungalow set on a working sheep farm in rolling countryside on the edge of the South Downs National Park, ideal for couples or families seeking a peaceful rural retreat with scenic walks and nearby market towns.

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3 miles from Farnham Castle Keep

Farnham Castle Keep features historic motte and shell keep remains founded in 1138, with a free exhibition about 900 years of castle history. The site offers scenic views over Farnham town and is partially wheelchair accessible with parking and nearby town facilities.

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The Old Meeting Hall

The Old Meeting Hall is a stylish, single-storey bungalow in the Hampshire countryside offering a peaceful rural retreat for two guests with a private hot tub and enclosed courtyard, located near walking and cycling routes plus local pubs and shops.

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2 miles from Houghton Lodge Gardens

Houghton Lodge Gardens is a historic 18th-century garden featuring formal and informal landscapes, a new Oriental Garden, champion trees, and riverside walks with alpine and sheep sightings. It offers a picturesque outdoor experience with plant sales and refreshments available.

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Ivy Cottage

Ivy Cottage is a peaceful period home with a stylish modern interior located on a quiet country lane on the edge of The New Forest National Park, near the Dorset coast, offering a private garden and a setting suitable for family stays with children over 12 years.

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Oakdene Lodge

Oakdene Lodge is a homely semi-detached property in a semi-rural location, ideal for couples or families exploring the Dorset area, featuring a large enclosed garden and close proximity to countryside walks and outdoor activities.

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Midgham Long Copse - Little Barn

Little Barn is a detached barn conversion set on a working stud farm offering a peaceful rural retreat for couples or small groups, with scenic woodland surroundings and outdoor activities nearby.

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Coach House Holidays Ltd - Shire Cottage

A charming former coach house on the edge of the New Forest offering a stylish and cosy open-plan living space with a mezzanine double bedroom and a private terrace with hot tub and barbecue, set in a peaceful countryside location ideal for walking and cycling.

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Located in Christchurch

Christchurch is a historic town on the south coast of Dorset, England, featuring a medieval priory, castle ruins, a picturesque harbour, and vibrant cultural events, making it a popular and accessible tourist destination.

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The Wheelwrights Post - The Old Post Office

A compact and cosy studio annexe attached to a historic home, set in shared grounds opposite the New Forest National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat ideal for couples exploring the area.

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3 miles from Stockbridge Marsh

Stockbridge Common Marsh is a 64.8 ha biological Site of Special Scientific Interest featuring diverse wetland habitats along the River Test flood plain in Hampshire, with rich flora.

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Henge Estate

This Grade II listed Georgian manor house is set in 25 acres of Wiltshire countryside featuring ample space for families or groups, a games room, and a private hot tub, with a peaceful and stylish rural atmosphere.

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2 miles from White Barrow

White Barrow is a large Neolithic long barrow on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, notable as the first ancient monument purchased by the National Trust and a protected archaeological site dating back to 3500-4000 BC.

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2 miles from Figsbury Ring

Figsbury Ring is an ancient earthwork site in Wiltshire featuring Neolithic and Iron Age archaeological remains set within protected grassland on a chalk ridge, managed by the National Trust and open to the public as a significant outdoor historical landmark.

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1 mile from Farnham Heath

Farnham Heath is a restored heathland nature reserve featuring vast heather expanses and diverse wildlife including rare reptiles, birds, and insects. It offers multiple waymarked trails with wheelchair accessible routes and is free to visit. The site provides outdoor nature experiences with no on-site food facilities, though neighbouring museum amenities are accessible.

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1 mile from The Mall Southampton

Marlands Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping mall in Southampton offering a variety of retail stores, cafes, a food court, and family-friendly amenities including a soft play area and axe throwing venue. It features postmodern architecture and has undergone multiple renovations since its 1991 opening.

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3 miles from Garston Wood

Garston Wood is an ancient woodland nature reserve in Wiltshire, known for its rich wildlife including dormice and colorful wildflowers like bluebells. The site offers outdoor walking paths with natural surfaces and is open free to the public year-round, but has no visitor facilities or food available.

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Bedborough Farm Cottages - Old Barn 2

Old Barn 2 is a stylish holiday home set in a rural and scenic location near The New Forest, suitable for multi-generational stays and nature exploration.

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Located in Wimborne Minster

Wimborne Minster is a historic market town in Dorset, England, known for its Saxon church, cultural festivals, preserved architecture, and active community events.

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Mulberry Cottage - Casa Bonita

Mulberry Cottage is a charming thatched cottage located in the picturesque village of Shalbourne near the Wiltshire/Berkshire border, set within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat suitable for families and groups.

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3 miles from Chisbury Chapel

St Martin's Chapel, Chisbury is a 13th century medieval chapel located next to an Iron Age hillfort in Wiltshire. It features flint walls and Decorated Gothic windows and is preserved as a scheduled ancient monument under English Heritage.

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1 mile from Yarmouth Castle

Yarmouth Castle is a 16th-century artillery fort on the Isle of Wight featuring an innovative arrow-head bastion design. Visitors can explore its historic gun platform, original courtyard buildings, and the Master Gunner's House. The castle has a rich military history, including use in both World Wars, and is maintained by English Heritage as a tourist attraction.

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Broad View Farm - Ash Lodge

Ash Lodge is a ground-floor accommodation set in spacious surroundings with a private garden and terrace, located on a working sheep farm at Broadview Farm on the edge of South Downs National Park in Hampshire.

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2 miles from Goodwood House

Goodwood House is a historic stately home in West Sussex featuring an impressive collection of art and historic artifacts. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house and exhibitions, along with a luxury afternoon tea experience in the ballroom. The venue offers good wheelchair accessibility and enriches visitors with a deep sense of aristocratic heritage.

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Still Waters

Still Waters is a modern, fully accessible, and adapted property set in a peaceful garden with natural lake views near Hill Head Beach, ideal for outdoor activities and wildlife watching.

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3 miles from Titchfield Abbey

Titchfield Abbey is a medieval Premonstratensian abbey in Hampshire with surviving church ruins, a Tudor gatehouse, and historic fishponds. Converted into a Tudor mansion post-Dissolution, it is now a preserved historic site open to the public under English Heritage care.

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The Farmhouse

The Farmhouse is a stylish and luxury detached holiday home located in a rural setting within a collection of holiday homes, suitable for multi-generational stays and exploring nearby natural attractions.

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3 miles from St Helens Duver

St Helens Duver is a sandy spit of land on the Isle of Wight featuring beaches, rock pools, woodlands, and historical sites including a former royal golf course. It offers coastal walks with wildlife spotting opportunities and is dog-friendly with wheelchair accessible paths.

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1 mile from Bargate Centre

Southampton City Centre is the commercial and transport hub of Southampton, featuring major shopping centres including Westquay, cultural museums in the Old Town area, and transport links such as a coach station, railway station, and ferry services. It combines historic landmarks with modern retail and leisure facilities.

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The Stables

This barn conversion is a stylish and comfortable ground-floor cottage set within a rural courtyard surrounded by natural fields and wildlife, offering a peaceful base near Chichester Harbour and the South Downs National Park.

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2 miles from Curbridge Nature Reserve

Curbridge Nature Reserve in Hampshire is a riverside nature reserve featuring ancient woodland, salt marshes, and reed beds that provide important habitats for wetland birds and rare species. Visitors can explore established walking paths amidst mature oak trees and enjoy the biodiversity of the river and estuary environment. Dogs on leads are welcome, and free parking is available for a limited time nearby.

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Lantern Cottage

Lantern Cottage is a period end-of-terrace cottage in the New Forest National Park, set within walking distance of Lyndhurst village and surrounded by natural scenery, ideal for families and couples seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

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3 miles from Furzey Gardens

Furzey Gardens is a 10-acre informal woodland garden with winding paths, featuring a historic plant collection, a recreated Chelsea Flower Show gold medal garden, and natural wildlife habitats. It offers facilities including refreshments, a children's play area, and parking, with free access for RHS Members on selected days.

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2 miles from Ludgershall Castle

Ludgershall Castle is a historical ruined 12th-century royal residence in Ludgershall, Wiltshire, featuring large surviving walls and earthworks. It was used as a hunting lodge by King John and Henry III and is now a scheduled monument open to the public as an outdoor historical site.

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3 miles from Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Exbury Gardens is a 200-acre outdoor garden known for its world-famous rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, and magnolias, with seasonal floral displays and engaging woodland paths. The garden includes a children's play area, wildlife habitats, and visitor facilities such as refreshments and plant sales.

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Sid's Place

Sid's Place is a single-storey accommodation set in a tranquil rural setting near horses and ponies grazing with direct access to Hurn Forest, offering countryside views and a private decking area.

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Compton Farm Cottages - The Bull Pen

This countryside cottage in the Southdowns National Park offers vaulted ceilings, beams, an open fire, an enclosed garden, and accommodation suitable for six guests including three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.

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2 miles from Harting Down

Harting Down is a large area of ancient chalk downland featuring scenic hilltop views, diverse wildlife, and historical remnants including an Iron Age hill fort and Napoleonic war telegraph station. It offers extensive outdoor walking trails through a pristine natural landscape managed by the National Trust.

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1 mile from Gunwharf Quays

Gunwharf Quays is a vibrant shopping centre in Portsmouth featuring a wide range of retail stores, dining options, and a cinema, set within a historic former military site including restored buildings and the landmark Spinnaker Tower.

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1 mile from Medieval Merchant's House

The Medieval Merchant's House in Southampton is a restored late-13th-century timber-framed building showcasing medieval domestic and commercial architecture. Visitors can explore its original layout including a shop front, vaulted cellar, and period furnishings, preserved as a historic house museum by English Heritage.

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2 miles from Compton Acres

Compton Acres is an extensive Art and Crafts-style garden in Poole featuring five themed gardens inspired by worldwide travels, including Italian, Japanese, and Water gardens with seasonal plantings and rare wildlife.

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Reeds Farmhouse

Reeds Farmhouse is a detached barn conversion located on the borders of Hampshire and Surrey, offering a light and airy setting close to forests, national parks and historic towns, suitable for exploring the local countryside and cultural attractions.

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3 miles from Frensham Little Pond

Frensham Little Pond is a historic medieval fish pond and sanctuary set within internationally important heathland in Surrey, offering family-friendly trails, rare wildlife spotting, and an outdoor café with scenic views. It provides accessible paths and facilities, making it ideal for nature lovers and families alike.

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Located in Cowes

Cowes is a historic English port town on the Isle of Wight known globally for its maritime heritage, especially yachting and the annual Cowes Week regatta. It offers a walkable town center with diverse shops, eateries, and cultural sights including Cowes Castle and a floating chain ferry connecting to East Cowes.

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The Compasses Inn Cottages - White Wing

This cottage offering is located close to the New Forest and is set in an ancient village with historic features and countryside surroundings, adjacent to a village pub and near various outdoor activity opportunities.

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Located in Selsey

Selsey is a historic seaside town in West Sussex known for its fishing heritage, coastal landscape, and cultural activities including arts and sports, offering visitors a charming and walkable town center with beach access.

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Compton Farm Cottages - The Barn

A spacious cottage in South Downs National Park with vaulted beamed ceilings, wheelchair accessible features, and accommodation for up to 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including pet allowance and private parking.

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2 miles from Knowlton Circles

Knowlton Circles is an ancient archaeological site in Dorset featuring a complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age henge monuments including Church Henge which encloses the ruins of Knowlton Church, surrounded by numerous round barrows and earthworks. It offers an outdoor historical experience showcasing prehistoric and early Christian heritage, open to the public during reasonable daylight hours.

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3 miles from Brading Marshes

Brading Marshes is a nature reserve on the Isle of Wight offering outdoor wildlife watching with habitats for rare birds like Marsh Harriers and mammals such as Red Squirrels. Visitors can explore miles of footpaths and enjoy multiple viewing points in a tranquil setting.

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Whitey Top Lodges - Whitey Top Country Lodge

This brand new luxury lodge is set in a peaceful rural working farm environment within a small holiday park, offering privacy, stylish contemporary accommodation with its own private hot tub and garden area, suitable for a relaxing countryside break near national parks and nature reserves.

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3 miles from Paultons Park

Paultons Park is a large family-friendly amusement park in Hampshire featuring over 70 rides and multiple themed areas including Peppa Pig World. It offers a mix of indoor and outdoor attractions, animal exhibits, gardens, and play zones. The park hosts thrilling rides for all ages and has food outlets for visitors, making it a popular destination for families in the New Forest National Park region.

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The Old Cook House

The Old Cook House is a detached bungalow set in a rural location near Winchester, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere with access to scenic walks, a recreation ground, and nearby golf courses.

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2 miles from The Hospital of St Cross and Almshouse of Noble Poverty

The Hospital of St Cross is an ancient almshouse and historic site in Winchester, offering visitors tours of its medieval buildings, tranquil gardens, and a café. It combines rich history and beautiful outdoor spaces in a tranquil riverside setting, with good wheelchair access and facilities.

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3 miles from Gilbert White’s House & Gardens

Gilbert White’s House and Gardens is a 30-acre garden inspired by the English Landscape Movement and the naturalist's work of Gilbert White, featuring wildflower meadows, a wildlife pond, orchards, and herb gardens with sustainable organic management and onsite honey sales.

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Oaklands Farm - Cottage 2

Cottage 2 is a one-bedroom studio apartment in a converted barn at Oaklands Farm, located in the village of East Tytherley within the Test Valley countryside, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat ideal for couples and nature enthusiasts.

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Greenbank Cottage

Greenbank Cottage is a charming period home full of character located in one of the prettiest villages in The New Forest National Park, offering a relaxing and peaceful countryside retreat with nearby woodland, wildlife, and coastal areas.

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Located in New Milton

New Milton is a historic market town in Hampshire with a rich heritage, cultural venues, nearby coastal cliffs and walking paths, and accessible transport options including a railway station and bus services.

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Higher Farm - The Stables

A light and airy barn conversion situated in the rural village of Martin near Salisbury, offering a peaceful and homely holiday retreat with scenic countryside surroundings and nature immersion.

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Midgham Long Copse - Ash Hill

This accommodation is a recently converted barn in a rural setting ideal for countryside exploration, featuring a peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere with shared outdoor activities and natural surroundings.

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The Riding House

A 17th-century restored, stylish holiday home set within a large parkland estate with 8 individually designed ensuite kingsize bedrooms, suitable for groups and families.

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2 miles from Simon's Wood and Finchampstead Ridges

Simon's Wood and Finchampstead Ridges is a natural reserve in Berkshire featuring woodland, heathland, and far-reaching views. It offers walking trails through redwood sequoia trees and wet woodland habitats important for wildlife. The site is free to visit and popular for nature and wildlife watching.

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3 miles from Marden Henge

Marden Henge is the UK's largest Neolithic henge enclosure, featuring a vast oval earthwork bordered partly by the River Avon. It is an archaeological site of great significance with timber structures and ancient artifacts, reflecting ceremonial uses during the Neolithic period, located near the villages of Marden in Wiltshire.

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1 mile from East Head

East Head is a natural coastline area in West Sussex featuring rare sand-dune habitats, a sandy beach, shingle, and salt-marsh. Visitors can enjoy scenic coastal walks, beach activities, wildlife spotting including seals, and dog-friendly access with some restrictions during bird nesting season.

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New Forest Cottages - Alice's Lodge

This ground floor wing of a larger property in Hampshire offers a peaceful and cosy escape with scenic views of landscaped gardens and direct access to New Forest National Park, suitable for couples or small families.

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2 miles from Chawton House

Chawton House Gardens in Hampshire offers historical gardens from the 18th to 20th centuries with seasonal displays, woodland walks, Jane Austen exhibits, and a café, providing a rich combination of outdoor and indoor experiences for visitors.

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The Rubbing House

The Rubbing House is a large luxury country house set in a secluded woodland clearing in the South Downs National Park near Chichester, offering scenic elevated views and extensive grounds with various indoor and outdoor recreational facilities.

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2 miles from Drovers Estate

Drovers Estate is a scenic South Downs estate offering woodland walks, rolling pastures, and panoramic views from Hat Hill, with rich wildlife habitats and historical features including a medieval deer park and a bat roost in a disused railway tunnel.

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The Stables at Wells-in-the-Field Farm

This detached stable conversion is set in a quiet rural location in the countryside near Whitchurch, offering views across surrounding fields and an enclosed garden with patio, ideal for a small family or couple seeking a peaceful country retreat with outdoor activities and pet-friendly amenities.

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1 mile from King James's and Landport Gates

King James's and Landport Gates are historic gateways in Portsmouth, Hampshire, originally part of 14th-century town walls with significant roles in controlling access to the city. King James's Gate was built in 1687 and moved from its original position, while Landport Gate, built in 1760, remains in its original location, both representing key military and civic heritage sites.

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1 mile from Winchester City Mill

Winchester City Mill is a restored watermill from 1744 in Winchester, offering historical water-powered flour milling, weekend demonstrations, a café, and wildlife viewing including otters.

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Park Farm - Honeysuckle Cottage

A quaint two-bedroom barn conversion on the Isle of Wight, set in a peaceful rural location near beaches and local attractions, offering a homely and stylish retreat with private outdoor space and on-site parking.

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3 miles from Domus Dei

Domus Dei, also known as the Royal Garrison Church in Old Portsmouth, Hampshire, is a historic Early English period church dating back to around 1212. It is a partially roofless church due to WWII bomb damage, restored as a Garrison church and holds significant historical events, including royal connections. Managed by English Heritage, it is a Grade II listed building.

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Salters Cottage

This detached 17th-century character property is set in a peaceful rural location near the New Forest, featuring historic architectural details and expansive garden grounds with countryside views.

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Broad View Farm - Oak Lodge

A spacious family holiday home located on a working sheep farm in rural Hampshire, offering ground-floor accommodation with a private garden terrace and access to extensive countryside walking.

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Located in Fordingbridge

Fordingbridge is a historic market town in Hampshire by the River Avon, known for its medieval seven-arch bridge, riverside park, local museums, and vibrant town centre with shops and eateries.

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Whitedown

This holiday cottage is set in a former granary complex in the Hampshire South Downs, offering a peaceful rural retreat for two guests with access to shared outdoor patio space and private on-site parking, surrounded by countryside and woodlands.

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The Coach House

This semi-detached property on the Isle of Wight offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests with contemporary furnishings, private access to a beach, and scenic views across the Solent, set in a peaceful natural setting with nearby woodland.

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Baytree Cottage

Baytree Cottage is a cosy, historic two-bedroom cottage located in the coastal village of Hill Head, Hampshire, just a short walk from the beach and offering views of the Solent. It provides a peaceful and homely setting suitable for couples or families with access to coastal and countryside activities.

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The Coach House

This detached holiday lodge, formerly a coach house and stables, is quietly situated on a private road near the New Forest and close to Portsmouth, Beaulieu, and Southampton, offering views over the garden and a sunny, angular living room.

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1 mile from Hinton Ampner

Hinton Ampner is a National Trust country house and garden estate in Hampshire, featuring a neo-Georgian mansion with rich interiors and extensive 20th-century gardens, alongside a historic village and church. Visitors can explore both the indoor historic house museum and the outdoor gardens and parkland.

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Sanderling House

A comfortable and well-equipped home near the sea blending coastal living with local countryside and vineyard attractions, suitable for families, couples, or friends, with easy access to beaches and nearby outdoor activities.

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Brickwood Farmhouse

A large period farmhouse set in rural Hampshire countryside within the South Downs National Park, surrounded by gardens and farmland and offering a peaceful, scenic retreat ideal for families and groups of friends.

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Deer Glade Lodge

Deerglade Lodge is a spacious holiday home for up to four guests located on the edge of New Forest National Park offering peaceful countryside surroundings and convenient access to on-site activities like a restaurant, shop, and leisure facilities.

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1 mile from Wolvesey Castle (Old Bishop's Palace)

Wolvesey Castle is the ruinous remains of a 12th century medieval bishops' palace located near Winchester Cathedral, open daily without charge. Visitors can explore extensive outdoor ruins that reflect its historical importance and grandeur.

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3 miles from Bembridge Windmill

Bembridge Windmill is a Grade I listed historic tower mill on the Isle of Wight, built around 1700 and operated by the National Trust. Visitors can explore this four-storey mill with original machinery, open to the public seasonally from March to November.

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The Swift House

A stylish luxury two-bedroom first floor apartment in Highcliffe, Christchurch offering a bright open-plan living space with a balcony, situated close to coastal scenery, Highcliffe beach, and the New Forest, providing a comfortable and modern coastal retreat ideal for families and friends.

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Wisteria Cottage

Wisteria Cottage is a one-bedroom cottage located in the village of Sway within the New Forest countryside, surrounded by woodland and nature, featuring a bright living area with patio access and a cozy, rural atmosphere.

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Bedborough Farm Cottages - Old Barn 1

Old Barn 1 is a stylish holiday home part of a rural collection, featuring open plan living, private outdoor space with patio and hot tub, and situated near scenic countryside ideal for walking and cycling.

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The Cottage at Canefield Farmhouse

A single-storey converted barn cottage located in a private rural estate in Dunbridge, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with garden space, modern amenities, and proximity to local attractions.

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Goodwood Coach House

Goodwood Coach House is a peaceful and cosy property in West Sussex close to the Goodwood Estate, Chichester Cathedral city, and nearby beaches, offering a homely feel with countryside and nature immersion.

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2 miles from Boxgrove Priory

Boxgrove Priory is a historic small Benedictine priory ruin in West Sussex featuring notable remains including a two-storey guest house and a parish church, set at the foot of the South Downs and open freely during daylight hours.

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2 miles from Netley Abbey

Netley Abbey is a historic 13th-century Cistercian monastery ruin near Southampton, Hampshire. Visitors can explore the extensive ruins of the abbey church, cloister buildings, and abbot's house set within picturesque wooded parkland. The site is managed by English Heritage and is notable as one of the best preserved medieval monasteries of its kind in southern England.

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Bedborough Farm Cottages - The Workshop

This accommodation is a stylish holiday home set in a rural location with private outdoor space and a private hot tub, suitable for up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, offering a quiet and scenic setting near countryside walks and coastal beaches.

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1 mile from Bishop's Waltham Palace

Bishop's Waltham Palace is a ruined medieval bishop's palace in Hampshire, England, known for its historical importance and royal connections. The moated ruins are open to the public and host local events, offering visitors an outdoor historical experience.

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Lucky's Stable

A luxury converted stable building set in nearly 100 acres of rural Sussex countryside with three bedrooms, private hot tub, enclosed garden with terrace and private parking for 2 cars, suitable for families and holidaymakers.

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