Crabwood Cottages

Crabwood Cottages offers distinct self catering properties providing accommodation to suit a couple on a romantic getaway through to larger family bookings.

The separate properties have their own unique style and seclusion, but share a fabulous peaceful rural location with stunning views over rolling fields & forest and wonderful walks/bike rides on your doorstep. Located just on the edge of Sparsholt village, with its well known pub/restaurant and wonderfully quaint village shop, you will feel a million miles from the hustle and bustle of daily life, yet be just a short drive from the magnificent cathedral city of Winchester.

The location of Crabwood Cottages also offers an ideal base to explore the wider South of England with easy access to Salisbury as well as the local towns of Stockbridge and Romsey, The New Forest with all it has to offer, Isle of Wight, London, Bath and Stonehenge are just a few accessible day trips, not to mention Peppa Pig World!

OLD TRACTOR BARN

2012

THE HAYLOFT

2014

THE OLD TRACTOR BARN

The Old Tractor Barn has been tastefully converted into a light and airy rural holiday accommodation with lovely views over rolling fields and forest. Being situated right on a bridleway leading to wonderful woodland and rolling countryside, it offers beautiful walks and cycle routes on your doorstep.

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There is a community-run village shop within half a mile and The Plough, an excellent pub/restaurant within three quarters of a mile. The village is also lucky to have Lainston House Country Hotel just down the road, providing a perfect venue for a special afternoon tea or early evening cocktail!

ABOUT

LOCATION TYPE

Rural.

ACCESSIBILITY

Car Required - The Old Tractor Barn is situated up a dirt track, on a bridleway - ample parking.

HOUSEKEEPING AND SERVICES

Babysitting sitting service available (£5 per hour). Iron and ironing Board. Weekly maid Service - on request with additional charge. Bed linen and towels included, fuel and power included. Pets - by prior arrangement. Cot/high chair. NO SMOKING.

CATERING SERVICES AVAILABLE

Evening meal available (payable locally).

BEDROOMS

1 double, 1 twin and 1 single.

GROUND FLOOR FACILITIES

WC and shower.

KITCHEN

Washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, oven/grill/hob, tumble dryer.

ENTERTAINMENT

TV, DVD player, WiFi.

GARDEN/TERRACE/PLAY AREA

Enclosed garden, patio furniture, BBQ.

ACTIVITIES WITHIN 20 MINUTE DRIVE OF THE PROPERTY

Fishing, theatre, golf, mountain biking, walking. Pub/bar and village store within 1 mile, outlet shopping, cathedral city, tennis, horse riding, cycling.

THE HAYLOFT

The Hayloft is ideally suited for couples wanting to get away from it all! It has been tastefully converted to provide a wonderful open space making the most of the spectacular views.

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Upstairs has a lounge and sleeping area/ensuite and a sitting area/kitchen downstairs. In memory of its past life, the snooker/pool table still exists so for those that want a go...go for it! A veranda and balcony allow you to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside watching the horses grazing in the nearby fields or spot the chickens pecking around. A wonderful selection of breakfast goodies is supplied for you to eat at your own leisure.

WARNING:- As the photos show, there are low beams on either side of the room upstairs. If you are very tall, the ensuite is compromised.

ABOUT

LOCATION TYPE

Rural.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Hayloft is situated up a dirt track, on a bridleway - ample parking.

HOUSEKEEPING AND SERVICES

Babysitting sitting service available (£5 per hour). Iron and ironing Board. Weekly maid Service - on request with additional charge. Bed linen and towels included, fuel and power included. Pets - by prior arrangement. Cot/high chair. NO SMOKING.

CATERING SERVICES AVAILABLE

Evening meal available (payable locally).

BEDROOMS

1 double - open plan.

GROUND FLOOR FACILITIES

Kitchen and sitting area.

KITCHEN

Washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/small freezer, toaster, oven/grill/hob.

FIRST FLOOR

Sitting area, pool/snooker table, bedroom area with shower ensuite.

ENTERTAINMENT

TV, DVD player, WiFi.

TERRACE

Private balcony and veranda with BBQ.

ACTIVITIES WITHIN 20 MINUTE DRIVE OF THE PROPERTY

Fishing, theatre, golf, mountain biking, walking. Pub/bar and village store within 1 mile, outlet shopping, cathedral city, tennis, horse riding, cycling.

THINGS TO DO...

The location of Crabwood Cottages is perfect for so many exciting trips out - cultural, historical, child friendly or physical! These are just a few I have selected that are within 30 minutes drive. Click on the headings for more information on each attraction's own website.

MARWELL ZOO

Marwell Zoo is a 140-acre zoo situated at Owslebury near Winchester, in the English county of Hampshire. It is owned and run by the registered charity Marwell Wildlife. The zoo is home to over 1,200 animals of 235 different species. The charity undertakes a range of educational and conservation activities, with a particular focus on Africa in addition to work from its base.

WATERCRESS LINE STEAM RAILWAY

The Mid-Hants Railway is a preserved heritage steam railway, operating in Hampshire, between Alresford and Alton. For those whose children are besotted with Thomas the Tank and his friends, you can go and meet them! Great real ale trips and special dinner events - a great experience for all the family. Do look on their website for further details!

FINKLEY DOWN FARM

A fabulous day out for all the young family with touch feely with many different animals and a wonderful play areas with trampolines, huge slides, zip wires - the kids will be exhausted and sleep well that night!

STONEHENGE

Do I need to give any explanation?!

DANEBURY HILL FORT AND VINEYARD

Danebury is one of the most extensively studied hill forts in Europe. 'Iron Age' describes the period between the end of the Bronze Age and the start of the Roman period, 700BC - AD43. Evidence found suggests that the Fort was built 2500 years ago and occupied for nearly 500 years until the arrival of the Romans. Please note: you cannot take dogs into the actual fort area but there is a lovely walk around the perimeter.

MOTTISFONT ABBEY

Visit the National Trust's Mottisfont, a historical priory, garden and country estate in Hampshire. Fantastic for all ages and a must in the month of June for one of the most breathtaking rose gardens in the UK.

PAULTONS PARK AND PEPPA PIG WORLD

Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World is located in the village of Ower, near Romsey, in Hampshire, England. The theme park has 60 rides and attractions - way too much for one day apparently!

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