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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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.
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.
A modern two-bedroom apartment on the first floor in the heart of Southampton, suitable for up to seven guests with an open-plan living space and city amenities nearby.
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.
This seven-bedroom detached thatched cottage is set in four acres of gardens and fields in the New Forest National Park near Lymington, providing a peaceful rural retreat surrounded by nature and wildlife.
Unique converted railway carriage holiday home on Hayling Island with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, located directly on the seafront with private beach access and enclosed garden, suitable for families and pets.
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.
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.
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.
A characterful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom reverse-level townhouse in Cowes with scenic park and harbour views, close to ferry and amenities, featuring ample living space across five floors and an enclosed garden with patios.
Solent Lawns is a contemporary reverse-level New-England style holiday home situated close to Gurnard seafront, offering open plan living with sea views from the balcony and convenient access to local village amenities and water activities.
Totland House is a peaceful holiday property in the village of Wootton Bridge on the Isle of Wight, offering scenic views over Wootton Creek and a tranquil setting with cosy bedrooms and private outdoor spaces.
A charming and cosy period holiday home in East Cowes offering a family-friendly and dog-friendly atmosphere with two bedrooms, two living rooms, and an enclosed garden, ideally positioned for exploring the scenic and historic Isle of Wight.
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.
East Cowes is a historic town on the Isle of Wight known for its royal connections, maritime heritage, and walking routes along the River Medina. It features landmarks such as Osborne House and Norris Castle, along with a lively town center and transport links via ferry and bus services.
A three-bedroom bungalow in a coastal village in Hampshire, suitable for families and couples who want proximity to the beach and countryside in a peaceful rural setting.
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.
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.
This top-floor, three-bedroom apartment in Southampton offers accommodation for up to 10 guests with city views, located near local amenities and popular city attractions.
A two-bedroom property in the heart of Southampton city suitable for up to six guests, featuring a living room with a sofa bed, a Juliet balcony, and located close to restaurants, pubs, cafes and the marina.
This city-center two-bedroom accommodation offers a bathroom and Juliet balcony, providing a setting near restaurants, pubs, and Southampton landmarks including the waterfront marina and cruise terminals.
This is a spacious two-bedroom flat in Southampton city with a Juliet balcony overlooking the city, suitable for up to 5 guests, featuring free Wi-Fi and private parking.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A talk by Stansted Park’s Collections Coordinator explores the people who owned the estate before the Earls of Bessborough arrived in 1924, and the historical events and stories associated with them. Tickets include a drink on arrival.
Middledown is a former granary barn conversion located in the Hampshire South Downs, combining traditional style with modern comfort in a peaceful rural setting, suitable for families and pet owners.
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.
The Annexe at Woodside is a cosy one-bedroom countryside retreat in Hampshire's Test Valley, set within the owner's grounds in the village of Kimpton, offering a peaceful and scenic rural environment.
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a bird park and conservation charity in Hampshire with over 130 birds of prey, woodland and meadow habitats, and a national bird hospital. It offers outdoor bird displays and conservational work.
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.
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.
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.
A two bedroom, first floor apartment located in the heart of Southampton offering modern amenities including Wi-Fi and private parking, suitable for families or groups.
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.
A luxury two-bedroom seaside holiday home on Hayling Island, offering a stylish and homely atmosphere with scenic coastal surroundings and family-friendly features.
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.
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.
Birdworld is the UK's largest bird park featuring over 180 bird species, including many endangered, with outdoor exhibits such as the themed Terry Pratchett Owl Parliament, free-flying parrot aviary, and penguin colonies. It offers a family-friendly outdoor wildlife experience in Hampshire.
A stylish first-floor apartment in Portsmouth with two bedrooms, well-suited for families, located within walking distance of the city centre and coastal attractions.
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.
This three-bedroom holiday cottage is located in a rural private country estate near Basingstoke, offering peaceful and homely accommodation in a laid-back countryside setting with access to bridleways and footpaths.
Farleigh Wallop House is a beautifully restored country estate in Hampshire offering luxurious stays with elegant interiors, a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, games and cinema rooms, and extensive grounds for outdoor activities such as boating, horse riding and shooting. It is ideal for exclusive use hire for weekend getaways, corporate retreats, and celebrations.
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.
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.
Visitors can explore Stansted House as it was in the late 1920s, seeing archival items and learning about the Bessborough family and life among the servants. The day includes piano performances, drop-in Charleston workshops, a children’s trail, an exhibition about Stansted Theatre and talks.
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.
Rosetta Cottage is a Victorian manor house in Cowes, Isle of Wight, known for its connection to Winston Churchill's parents' marriage proposal. It comprises two holiday cottages managed by the National Trust and is part of the island's Churchill Trail.
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.
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.
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.
A garden flat located on a beautiful square in Ryde on the Isle of Wight, offering comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with access to an enclosed garden and private parking.
A stylish modern detached holiday home in the heart of Portsmouth on the south coast, featuring an enclosed garden and private parking, suited for families or groups up to six guests.
Royal Garrison Church in Portsmouth is a historic church built circa 1212 with a partially roofed chancel and notable 20th-century stained glass windows. Visitors can explore the outdoor site and some indoor areas during specific opening times from April to October with free entry on designated days.
Gosport is a historic coastal town in Hampshire, England, known for its naval heritage, museums, fortifications, and waterfront marinas, offering visitors cultural and maritime attractions along with scenic waterfront views.
Woodlea Farm is a spacious, stylish holiday home in Medstead, Hampshire, set within extensive enclosed grounds featuring a private hot tub, children's play area, and countryside activities, suitable for family gatherings and celebrations.
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.
A large one-bedroom first-floor property in the heart of Southampton featuring a Juliet balcony, a bathroom, and modern amenities, situated close to city attractions and eateries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This is a peaceful, rural barn conversion set just outside the medieval city of Salisbury, offering open plan living with rustic charm and a garden sitting-out area, suitable for families or groups seeking a countryside base near historic sites and natural walks.
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.
Joyful Cottage is a coastal cottage located near Milford on Sea, offering accommodation with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, suitable for up to 4 guests and welcoming up to 3 pets, featuring a garden with summerhouse and private parking for one car.
A peaceful ground floor apartment suitable for families located near the coast with easy access to local walks, golf, and nearby shops in a residential area.
A ground floor contemporary waterfront apartment in Cowes with panoramic Solent views, a spacious open plan living area, private terrace, and convenient location near the town and ferry terminal.
Bumble Lodge is a luxurious, spacious, and family-friendly holiday lodge set in a peaceful woodland location at the 5* Green Hill Farm Holiday Village, providing a nature-immersed countryside retreat with nearby forest access and seasonal park activities.
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.
A holiday cottage in a former granary set in a working stable yard in the Hampshire South Downs, surrounded by countryside and woodlands, offering a peaceful rural retreat with shared outdoor patio and garden furniture.
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.
This detached Grade II listed cottage is situated in a peaceful rural location surrounded by fields, offering a scenic and countryside setting ideal for families, retaining historic charm with modern comforts.
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.
A semi-detached barn conversion near Salisbury, ideal as a base for exploring the countryside, featuring an open-plan living area and garden, set in a rural and peaceful location.
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.
Drovers Cottage is a brick and flint cottage situated in rolling countryside, offering a peaceful and romantic retreat ideal for couples and walkers, close to a quaint thatched-roof village with historical significance.
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.
This family apartment on Hayling Island offers sea views and a furnished patio, designed as a bright, welcoming home from home with an open plan living space and ground floor layout, ideal for family breaks along the coast near unspoilt beaches and local attractions.
A quirky, cosy semi-detached cottage located near Lymington's high street and quayside, with historic Tudor origins and close proximity to shops, cafés, and outdoor attractions.
Lymington is a charming coastal port town in Hampshire known for its rich maritime history, yachting culture, Victorian and Georgian architecture, and vibrant tourist amenities including markets, marinas, and cultural venues.
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.
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.
Hinton Ampner: Unseen is an exhibition revealing rarely displayed objects, hidden areas and stories from the historic house. Visitors can explore furniture, the China Store and the conservation work involved in caring for the collections.
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.
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.
A converted former farm buildings cottage on the edge of Compton in the South Downs National Park, with a peaceful rural setting and enclosed garden, ideal for romantic and laid-back stays.
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.
A bright, modern, homely two-bedroom terrace house in Portsmouth offering flexible sleeping arrangements and a back garden, located conveniently close to shops, bars, restaurants, and local attractions like the Mary Rose Museum and Spinnaker Tower.
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.
Forest Acorn is a luxury first floor apartment in the centre of Brockenhurst village with a forestry-themed exterior and contemporary interior, featuring open plan living space, two bedrooms, and a balcony, located near village amenities and surrounded by woods and heathland.
This accommodation is a stylish first-floor apartment in Portsmouth with two bedrooms and a bathroom, positioned conveniently near the city centre and coastal attractions, offering a comfortable and modern living space suitable for families.
Set within a 9-acre estate on the Isle of Wight, this large Victorian holiday home offers scenic sea views and a peaceful, family-focused atmosphere surrounded by woodland and coastline.
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.
Dunley Barn is a converted former cow shed located in the rural village of Pitton near Salisbury, offering a homely and peaceful private retreat with views of rolling countryside and direct access to nature paths.
This is a charming four-bedroom thatched cottage near the New Forest featuring exposed beams, an oak conservatory, and a wood-burning stove, set in peaceful countryside with scenic views and a relaxing atmosphere.
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.
This detached barn conversion features oak floors and beams and is situated in a small hamlet close to historic towns and countryside, offering a peaceful and countryside retreat with access to footpaths and local attractions.
This is a stylish and characterful thatched cottage in a Hampshire village, offering a tranquil rural setting with charming traditional architecture and nearby countryside for exploration.
Join a volunteer-led tour of the gardens at Hinton Ampner to learn more about them. Tours take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in October 2026.
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.
A versatile former granary holiday cottage located in Hampshire's South Downs near Alton, featuring 3 bedrooms, shared outdoor seating, and a rural setting ideal for walkers and cyclists.
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.
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.
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.
The accommodation is a spacious barn conversion near South Downs National Park, suitable for families or multigenerational groups, offering peaceful countryside views in the village of Bishop’s Waltham.
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.
This detached 17th-century cottage near West Wittering beach features period details such as beams and an inglenook fireplace, set in a private location with an enclosed courtyard garden, suitable for families with pets and close to local amenities and coastal attractions.
A detached rustic barn conversion holiday cottage located in rural Hampshire near Nether Wallop, offering a peaceful and private countryside retreat with far-reaching views, close to local attractions and wildlife including alpacas.
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.
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.
Red Robin is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in Lymington offering a homely atmosphere ideal for families and friends, with comfortable living spaces and easy access to local town and New Forest National Park.
Luxury two-bedroom apartment on the third floor with a balcony overlooking the Medina River near Cowes high street, featuring contemporary interiors, an open plan layout, and scenic waterside views.