This charming cottage offers the best of both worlds, with glorious woodland walks and forest streams to explore, and a wealth of diverse attractions within easy reach. Full of period detail, it sleeps four guests, with a warm welcome for up to two canine companions. Discover a plethora of peaceful footpaths and cycle trails in this verdant landscape, where you may spot pigs devouring acorns alongside grazing ponies, cows and donkeys. Landford has a village shop and friendly local food focused pub, and there’s a good range of independent shops in nearby pretty Romsey (8.5 miles) with its magnificent Abbey and the River Test running through the town. The ever-popular Paulton’s Park, just 6.5 miles away, is a must for children, together with the absorbing Titanic Story at Southampton’s SeaCity Museum (13.5 miles). Salisbury (11 miles) is famous worldwide for its medieval cathedral and historic buildings set within a beautiful close. Several stunning sandy beaches and breathtaking cliffs are an ideal destination for a memorable day trip.The cottage forms part of a fine Grade II listed 17th-century house and has its own private entrance. Enter via the porch where there is plenty of space to hang your coat and knock off your walking boots. Next head through the front door into the bright and spacious open-plan living space, furnished in a charming country style. Comfortable sofas, a large screen Smart TV and a crackling open fire set below original beams combine to make this a perfect spot for cosy nights in. A pretty dining table and chairs sit next to the cottage window, while the well-appointed kitchen is cleverly designed to house everything you might need to prepare tasty meals. A utility room accessed from outside houses a washing machine and fridge/freezer plus an indoor storage area for bicycles. Stairs wind up to a light-filled landing with characterful cottage doors leading to two lovely, spacious king-size bedrooms, both beautifully styled and served by the well-equipped family bathroom. Here, pictures, lamps and flowers enhance the welcoming home-from-home atmosphere.Outside, just across your leafy driveway you'll find a fully enclosed, south-facing garden, backed by woodland, with a patio with outdoor furniture and a lawn, where children and pets can play safely. Pets also have their own outdoor warm water shower and you can find comfortable cushions to enjoy outside stored within the front porch. From 10am to 12 noon June to September (weather dependent) you also have use of the beautiful on-site heated swimming pool, which sits within its own walled garden and is full depth. Enjoy using the outdoor furniture, with roses and scented jasmine surrounding you for ultimate relaxation. Guests also benefit from ample private off-road parking with this cottage.

2 king-size bedrooms

1 family bathroom with handheld shower over bath, and WC

2-ring electric hob, family-size 2 drawer Ninja air fryer, microwave, fridge and Nespresso coffee machine

Outside utility room with fridge/freezer, washing machine and bike storage

Open fire in living space (first basket of logs supplied)

Large screen Smart TV in living space with Amazon fire stick

Private, fully enclosed, south-facing garden with a lawn, woodland, patio and outdoor furniture

Use of on-site heated swimming pool in its own walled garden with outdoor furniture, from 10am–12pm June to September (weather dependant)

Ample private off-road parking

Shop and pub within 1 mile, beach 20 miles