Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Wrens Cottage combines the best of both worlds, immaculate yet homely accommodation in a fabulous rural location with easy access to all this lovely part of England has to offer. Our local village of South Harting (1 mile)with an excellent shop, two pubs and Uppark ( National Trust ). The market town of Petersfield (3 miles) with restaurants, supermarkets, TIC, boating lake and mainline train station ( London 70 mins ). A little further afield and you will find a fascinating stretch of the South Coast including Historic Portsmouth, Chichester, Arundel and Brighton. Also the New Forest, Winchester, the South Downs, Goodwood and London.
Wrens Cottage
Living Area
Hallway
June at Wrens
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The Central Southern England / Hampshire region
Wrens Cottage is situated on the Sussex / Hampshire border with views of the South Downs and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The countryside of Hampshire is dominated by farming.There are many historic market towns and villages, farms and smallholdings that combine together to create a very rural county. The New Forest is a considerable asset with its unique landscape and wild ponies. Hampshire has been the home and birthplace to some very famous people including Charles Dickens ( Portsmouth ), Jane Austin (Chawton near Alton ) and Gilbert White ( Selborne ). Historic Portsmouth is home to Admiral Nelsons ship, The Victory and Henry VIII ship The Mary Rose.
Petersfield / South Harting area
The list of places to visit, activities and attractions include walking and cycling on The South Downs and surrounding villages.The South Coast from Historic Portsmouth, Chichester, Arundel and Brighton. The New Forest ( 1 hr ), The National Motor Museum and Abbey at Beaulieu ( 1 hr ),Winchester ( 30 mins ) and London ( 70 mins ) National Trust properties, Arundel Castle ( 1 hr ), Chichester Cathedral ( 30 mins ), Weald & Downland Open Air Museum ( 20 mins ), Goodwood ( 30 mins ), Historic Ships and Gun wharf Quays at Portsmouth ( 25 mins ) and the Isle of Wight via one of the last commercial hovercrafts in the world ( 30 mins from Southsea ( Portsmouth )
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Southampton, Hampshire.: 55 km
Railway:
Petersfield, Hampshire.: 5 km
Ferry:
Portsmouth, Hampshire.: 30 km
Activities near Petersfield
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Double beds (1), Dining seating for 2, Lounge seating for 3, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Wrens Cottage has been finished to a very high standard throughout. This single storey barn conversion has vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and underfloor heating throughout. A hallway to an open plan living area with exceptionally well equipped kitchen, a place to dine and comfortable seating. A utility room with laundry facilities, spacious bathroom with luxury shower enclosure and separate bath and finally the bedroom with fitted carpet, kingsize wrought iron bed with immaculate pillows, duvet and bedlinen.
Further details outdoors: On arrival you will find private off road parking adjacent to the cottage. There is easy, unrestricted access to the front door. In the living area there is a back door leading to a secluded and peaceful courtyard garden with a table and chairs and a BBQ. In the summer the garden is a perfect sun trap with some shade in the late afternoon and lighting for dining al fresco in the evening.
Further details
Welcome pack consisting of all the essentials including homemade bread and jam and free range eggs ( when the chickens oblige ) for stays of a week or more. Complimentary tea & coffee for all guests. Bedlinen changed weekly and towels changed twice a week. Wrens Cottage benefits from a single level throughout and is perfect for guests with restricted mobility.
Conditions
All availability must be confirmed by phone or email prior to booking. A 20% deposit is required to secure booking. Balance payable 8 weeks prior to stay. The proprietor must be notified as soon as possible of any damage or breakages. All damage and breakages must be paid for. Please read the Terms & Conditions before booking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Autumn
26 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
345£345
5050
8080
4 Nights
Winter
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
295£295
4545
7070
4 Nights
Christmas
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
345£345
5050
8080
4 Nights
New Year 09
3 Jan 09
4 Apr 09
325£325
5050
8080
4 Nights
easter09
4 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
375£375
5555
8080
4 Nights
spring09
18 Apr 09
3 May 09
350£350
5050
8080
4 Nights
summer09
3 May 09
5 Sep 09
425£425
0-
0-
1 Week
autumn09
5 Sep 09
31 Oct 09
350£350
5050
8080
4 Nights
winter09
31 Oct 09
19 Dec 09
325£325
5050
8080
4 Nights
xmas09
19 Dec 09
9 Jan 10
375£375
5555
8080
4 Nights
91
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Reduced rates from 23rd November 2008 until 20th December 2008 - Weekly Rate £ 295-00.
All prices are fully inclusive heating, hot water, bed linen and towels.
Welcome pack on arrival on stays of 4 days or more.
Payment can be made by GBP, Cheque, Bank Transfer or PayPal.
Guestbook
D & M, Lancashire - Just under a 2 week stay, wonderful. Very comfortable, bed to die for! Rebecca - extremely helpful and very friendly. Will definitley request to stay again in the near future. Thank you so much.
B & N, Sheffield - Perfect for our purpose of coming and going to family at Christmas. Very comfortable and warm welcome from Rebecca. Thanks and happy new year.
H, Germany - Even that I stayed for only very short, I enjoyed alot to be welcome! and I hope I will be back!
A & R, Middlesex - Thank you very much for a lovely stay. The "Extra" special touches made our stay a home from home (eggs, jam etc.) We will highly recommend and hope to be back soon.
K & M, Hastings - We endorse the messages of appreciations already earned.
Availability
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Arrival/Departure dates
Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/50292
Contact details for home 50292
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Rebecca Atkins
Tel:
+44 (0)1730 826842
Mobile:
+44 (0)7795 423081
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