Guests say
The Old Bull Pen is a spacious and well-equipped cottage, praised for its cleanliness and tranquil countryside views. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches such as games and local information. While some found the location less isolated than expected and noted limited walking opportunities from the door, most enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and easy access to local attractions. Minor maintenance issues were mentioned but did not detract from the overall positive experience. The property is especially popular with returning guests seeking a quiet, comfortable retreat.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and well-presented, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
Guests enjoyed the countryside views and peaceful setting, but some were disappointed by the proximity to an industrial estate and busy road, and the lack of direct walking routes.
The cottage is described as spacious, comfortable, and well-furnished, with guests feeling relaxed and at home during their stay.
Facilities are generally praised, including a well-equipped kitchen and garden. Some minor issues were noted, such as inadequate crockery for six, a kettle needing replacement, and occasional maintenance niggles.
Several guests mention welcome packs and thoughtful extras like games and local information, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
This is an ideal location for a family wishing to discover Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset with myriad attractions for all the family.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil underfloor central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Large enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking or e-cigarettes.. This delightful, detached, single-storey home is adjacent to the owners’ field where you can see sheep and sometimes horses grazing. This immaculately presented converted barn has been tastefully styled and comfortably furnished and are ideal for couples or families. The Old Bull Pen has been converted in 2018 and has extensive gardens overlooking the countryside. The property has a sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue, plus parking for two cars.
Situated on the Wiltshire/Hampshire border, the property is very conveniently located for exploring the area. It is close to the market town of Andover where you will find shops, leisure facilities and many places of interest. Finkley Down Farm and the Museum of Iron Age are ideal for family days out and why not try one of the history trails such as Danebury Iron Age Hillfort. The city of Winchester is well worth a visit with its cathedral, King Arthur’s Round Table, the Science Centre and Planetarium. Approximately 23 miles away you will find Salisbury with its magnificent 13th-century Gothic cathedral, the Magna Carta and Europe’s oldest working clock.
Guests who enjoy exploring the countryside will find there are scenic walks from the door, including Savernake Forest, Collingbourne Woods and Devizes, with canal barges and lovely walks. Andover is rich in history with Saxon links. Other popular places of interest include Stonehenge, Hawk Conservancy Trust, The Museum of Army Flying, Thruxton motor racing circuit, Longleat House and Safari Park, Stourhead, Wilton House, Highclere Castle (home of Downton Abbey), Broadlands at Romsey, Southampton, Beaulieu Abbey and Motor Museum, Marwell Zoo and Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World. Mudeford, Christchurch and Bournemouth beaches are approximately 50-60 miles away and just over an hour by car. There is also a train to London Waterloo (70 minutes), or to Salisbury heading to the west country. A good farm shop, 2 miles away, offers fresh produce, and there are two golf courses just 7 miles away. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Reviews (11)
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Barbara Johnson
My sisters and I have been returning to this property year after year becauseit ticks all the boxes for us. It is near several beautiful gardens and lots more.We love the view across the land and this year we watched the combinesbringing in the harvest. There is so much wildlife to see and the property isalways so clean and welcoming. We shall certainly be returning yet again, forus it is our perfect holiday cottage.
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Sue
Lovely stay at the old bull pen. Easy to find. Lovely welcome pack which is great. Very clean. Everything you need for self-catering. Also lovely and quiet for a relaxing holiday.
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Linda Jones
The images depicted on the website leads one to believe the cottage is relatively isolated. It isn’t. It is in the immediate vicinity of what appears to be an industrial estate. Whilst it is true that the rear of the cottage looks out over grassland and fields, the other three sides of the building look out either over the industrial site or at other residential buildings. Two of the bedroom windows look directly either into a window or the wall of the building next door. The entire collection of buildings is within very close proximity to the A342, a busy road carrying fast moving traffic with no facility for pedestrians.I was unable to locate the “scenic walks from the door”. Enquiries of a local resident resulted in the knowledge there were no accessible footpaths in the area, unless I proceeded along and crossed the road mentioned above. There is no facility for country walks from the door scenic or otherwise.The cottage itself was very clean and spacious. The furniture was of a good sturdy standard. There was inadequate crockery for 6 persons and the kettle was beyond de-scaling. It needed to be replaced. Not sure what happened to our “welcome pack”, but we couldn’t find it, not even a pint of milk! There was a good-sized garden area – not fully enclosed, so probably not suitable for toddlers/ young children. The patio was large and well-laid.As we were looking for a cottage in the country with walks from the door (as advertised), we were disappointed. We shall not be visiting again.