Guests say
Shepards Den in Petersfield is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfortable and peaceful environment, and beautiful grounds. It is well-equipped and serves as a good base for exploring the area, with friendly owners and a location conducive to visiting local attractions. The lounge furniture may need an update, but overall, guests enjoy their stay.
Guests frequently mention that Shepards Den is very clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The property is appreciated for its beautiful and quiet countryside setting, making it a good base for travelling around the area and visiting nearby houses and gardens.
The cottage is described as comfortable and peaceful, although there is a single mention of the lounge furniture being uncomfortable, suggesting a slight room for improvement in this area.
Facilities are generally regarded as good and well-equipped. However, the mention of lounge furniture needing an update has slightly impacted the score.
There is no information provided about any gifts or extra touches of thoughtfulness, so a score cannot be given.
About this property
Lovely rural retreat for two, West Meon close by, resting place of Thomas Lord founder of Lords cricket..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
First Floor:
Bedroom: Galleried, Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. External utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer (shared with other properties on-site). Large garden with garden furniture and BBQ (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 4 steps in the garden. Families, couples and holidaymakers only.. Amidst beautiful rolling countryside and farmland, set in the grounds of the owner’s farmhouse, Drayton Farm Barns (pddp, pddq & pddr) have been skillfully converted from one large barn. Offering plenty of light and space, these beautifully presented barns have been tastefully furnished to a high specification. Henwood (pddr) is an ‘upside down’ house, designed with the living area on the first floor to take advantage of the superb countryside views. They enjoy shared use of a large lawned garden, and direct access to miles of scenic walks in this wonderful part of Hampshire within the Meon Valley, with the river meandering through the farmland.
Just over a mile is the quaint thatched roof village of East Meon, which has shops, a church and two renowned pubs serving good food. West Meon (where Thomas Lord rests, founder of Lords cricket) is also close by with award-winning butchers and pub. Within easy reach are the glorious South Downs, Portsmouth with Nelsons Victory, The Mary Rose, waterside dining, designer shopping and ferry trips to the Isle of Wight, as well as Winchester Cathedral, Southampton with its extensive maritime history, the vast heathland walks and riding in The New Forest, historic Chichester with cathedral and festival theatre, beaches at the Witterings or Hayling Island, Watercress steam train, Jane Austen’s House, Gilbert White’s House, Birdworld and Marwell Zoo. London is about an hour by train from nearby Petersfield. Shops 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Holidaymakers only.
There are drops in the garden.
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
Reviews (9)
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Douglas Cooper
very nice place to stay
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Elizabeth H
Well equipped cottage in lovely communal gardens. Good base for travelling around the area. Friendly, helpful owners.
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John Osborne
Lovely cottage, very clean, comfortable and peaceful. Beautiful grounds to relax in if the weather allows.