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The Cart House, Waltham Chase
Outside Dining Area | The Cart House, Waltham Chase
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Lounge Area | The Cart House, Waltham Chase
Master Bedroom | The Cart House, Waltham Chase
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6154 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Southampton, England
  • Popular LocationMarwell Zoo8 min drive
  • Popular LocationAgeas Bowl Cricket Ground12 min drive
  • Popular LocationWinchester Cathedral18 min drive
  • AirportSouthampton (SOU)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bedroom 1 - Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 3 - Ensuite Toilet

Toilet

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park

This beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park, with 3 bedrooms that sleeps 6 persons . The Cart House is located near to the picturesque village of Bishop's Waltham with fabulous views of the adjoining countryside.

The Cart House offers a comfortable and relaxing base for couples and families wishing to explore this popular part of Hampshire and is ideal for keen walkers and cyclists.

Formerly the barn was an open-fronted, timber-framed building with cart bays at one end and an adjoining hay loft which was then cleverly converted. Split over two floors and can accommodate 6 people. It has 2 ground floor bedrooms with a third bedroom and cosy snug on the mezzanine levels. It features a vaulted ceiling, beams and traditional stone flooring in the well equipped kitchen/diner and a comfortable lounge with 65" smart TV to relax in after your days out or long countryside walks.

Finished to an exceptionally high standard, the accommodation on the ground floor comprises a beautiful large kitchen/dining room with a vaulted ceiling and an array of original exposed beams, a living room with doors onto the garden, one double bedroom and one kingsize bedroom with en-suite.

On the first floor there is a further mezzanine bedroom that overlooks the kitchen/dining room with its own en-suite toilet. At the other end of the barn is a second mezzanine that looks out over the adjoining countryside, that makes the perfect snug.

Conveniently located for local pubs and restaurants - the nearest only a minute’s walk away, with Bishop’s Waltham less than a mile away offering a comprehensive range of pubs, restaurants, independent shops, such as a butcher, bakery, greengrocers and more.

Bishop’s Waltham nearby is a medieval market town and has interesting places to visit such as the 12th century ruins of Bishop’s Waltham Palace, the museum, and the Roman Church.

Marwell Zoo is just a 15-minute drive away and Paulton Park, home of Peppa Pig World, is 30 minutes’ drive away.

The naval city of Portsmouth is 14 miles away, with its historic dockyard, home to Nelson’s Victory and The Mary Rose, along with waterside dining, extensive designer shops at Gun Wharf Quays and ferry trips to the Isle of Wight.

The historic cathedral city of Winchester less than 30 minutes’ drive. It boasts many historic attractions such as Winchester Cathedral, King Arthur’s Round Table and Jane Austen’s House. The city is also host to many events throughout the year including street theatre, jazz festivals and outdoor cinema and film events. Also known for its Christmas market with outdoor ice rink. Wander round the cobbled streets of Winchester see you stumbling across some of the best boutique shops and home to a thriving food scene.

The port city of Southampton is 11miles away, with its links to the Titanic, cruise ships and aviation. SeaCity museum is the home to Southampton’s Titanic story and the history of this Saxon port.

Ideally situated to explore the south central coastline and river Hamble the nearest beach is 10½ miles.

Property manager

Jonathan & Vanessa

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Southampton

Located in Southampton, this holiday home is near theme parks. Winchester Cathedral and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Southampton Cruise Terminal and Portsmouth International Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Marwell Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Ageas Bowl Cricket Ground. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southampton, England

What's nearby

  • Meon Valley Golf and Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Marwell Zoo - 8 min drive
  • Ageas Bowl Cricket Ground - 12 min drive
  • Winchester Cathedral - 18 min drive
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Southampton Botley Station - 5 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Priory Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Brushmakers Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Barleycorn Inn - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful spacious barn conversion on the edge of the South Downs National Park located?

This family-friendly Southampton holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of South Downs National Park and Wickham Estate. Marwell Zoo and TeamSport Indoor Go Karting Southampton are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Lovely Week
Spent a lovely week at The Cart House and really enjoyed it. The house is lovely, there is everything there that you would need for a stay and it's in a great location with some lovely pubs and restaurants in the surrounding area. Winchester and Portsmouth area only 20 mins away. Would definately go back again or recommend to someone wanting a comfortable stay in the Winchester/Portsmouth area.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay
We had an amazing stay. The cart house is faultless - spacious yet cosy, spotlessly clean, and there is a real ‘wow’ factor as soon as you walk through the door. Excellent communication throughout our stay. The welcome basket was such a thoughtful addition. The highchair and cot provided were perfect for our one year old. Great location for marwell zoo/paultons park, plus a vast selection of board games/books/dvds for the rainy days too! We would definitely stay again in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

The excellent Cart Hous
We stayed at the Cart House from the 19th until the 25th April and it surpassed our expectations which were high to start with! From the well and thoughtfully stocked welcome basket to the cleanliness and excellent touches throughout it was perfect for our requirements. The owners were on hand if required and very quick to respond to a question we had. All in all we wouldn’t hesitate to highly recommend the Cart House , it was simply excellent.
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Exquisite property with magnificent attention to detail
We have stayed in many holiday rentals within the UK and overseas - this accommodation outshines them all. Such a comfortable and relaxing place to stay with provision for everything you would need for everyday living. The proprietors were only a phone call away should you need their help with anything. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a holiday rental in this area.
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10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

A bittersweet trip
I booked this fabulous property so that II could introduce my sister to her Great Niece and Nephew for probably the first and last time - she has pancreatic cancer. I coupled this with a trip to mark zoo and Peppa Pig World. The property is stunning and met our expectations and went well beyond. Their four star gold award is very well deserved. I’d recommend it in an instant
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay, beautiful accommodation
A lovely place to stay. Everything we needed was available, including lots of little extras that you don’t always see. You could tell lots of care had been taken when creating it as a holiday let. Plenty of local food and drink options, and a local shop only a couple of minutes away. The owners were very helpful. Check in and out was easy. Would recommend, and will definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place
Lovely place to stay, clean, tv has Netflix, Disney etc, plenty of space and made a weekend away with friends very easy and relaxing
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to stay
Had a great stay at the Cart House with my family. Unfortunately it rained a few days during our stay but it was great just chilling in the property
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Amazing place
I stayed here with my 4 month old baby, parents and in-laws for the 2024 New Year. I booked very last minute with the owners and they were so accommodating. They were very helpful with recommendations for restaurants etc for New Years Eve. The property was great, big enough for us all, very clean and comfortable and a perfect location. Couldn’t recommend this place more, just perfect
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne G.

Faultless Accommodation
Beautiful house, stunning. The owners have thought of everything. Comfy beds, warm and cosy with the underfloor heating. We went for a Christmas weekend and the house was decorated perfectly. The tree lights were on a timer so we didn’t even have to worry about switching them on and off. One small thing and it’s more of a suggestion than a criticism. Only one of the galleries/landing areas is a bedroom. The other side is a lounge. This space was totally unused so seemed a bit of a wasted space. If it had also been a bedroom like the other gallery, we would 100% have used it. We have two snorers in our party, one slight snorer and the other who could sleep on a washing line and snore for England. Boy is it bad! We would have separated them if there was a bed or sofa bed in the other gallery.
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10/10 Excellent

A gem of a holiday.
We had an excellent holiday at the Cart House ,spotless and clean and very comfortable . Location was perfect .
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10/10 Excellent

Lovey stay
Very clean, all the creature comforts and extras (blankets, umbrellas etc) 3 bedroom and 3 bathroom/toilets made all the difference to our party. Large comfy lounge and spacious kitchen/ dining area with everything you could want. Friendly and helpful hosts. Location excellent for seeing Southampton, Portsmouth and the surrounding areas.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Spent a week in the Cart House with our family from Australia
Everything about the place was perfect for us,absolutely spotless..Owners,very friendly and helpful with any queries.
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10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

Great stay!
The Cart House was just right for us. Really clean, comfortable and well maintained. We hugely appreciated the hamper with its local produce and communication with the owners was first class. Thanks for a great stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Keith A.

Stunning
Stunning property. Immaculate inside and out. Quality fixtures and fittings. Everything catered for inside and out. Ample parking and loverly location.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

A perfect holiday stay
Very well appointed property, spacious, modern. There is "Hey Google" to answer questions instead of leaflets! A much appreciated hamper on arrival. Shops fairly near. Pleasant walks in area, and a car ride to many gardens, National Trust properties, historic houses etc. Would suit any age group except perhaps toddlers (ditch at side of garden, children's mezzanine bedroom up narrow stairs) I would visit there again.(and, I, aged 75 , had the mezzanine bedroom- it had its own loo!)
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10/10 Excellent

.
We liked the property and would look forward to a return visit in the future. Very comfortable property
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect little break
What a great stay, full of character! Hosts have thought of everything, the little details make all the difference; books for children, decaf teabags to name just a couple! Beautiful location, easy to get to many local attractions and peaceful enough just to relax in! Will definitely be returning!!
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10/10 Excellent

Review of The Cart House
The property was very clean and looked very new, everything had been thought of for a perfect stay. The WiFi was really good and very useful for 2 young children to keep them happy and occupied. The upstairs snug for the kids was brilliant and a lovely selection of DVD's and Games to keep them entertained. Each bedroom had a floor fan which was useful for a couple of hot nights. The owners were really friendly and checked in on us via text to check that everything was ok which was really nice. We were greeted with a fresh loaf, eggs and milk which was really nice to be able to feed the kids after a long journey and to have a nice cup of tea with a great selection of drinks provided.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay & great location
We had a fantastic time with all the family. Will definitely return next year Beautiful accommodation with everything you need. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Family holiday 3 generations
Our 9 year olds loved the snug and bedroom. They felt the upstairs was their own. Beautiful very well equipped house and welcome pack was great. Excellent location and good parking. Relaxing views and everything easily accessible- sea , zoo, historic Docks at Portsmouth. Ground floor bedrooms and facilities perfect. Kitchen very well laid out. Information pack brilliant. Hosts great.

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan & Vanessa

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Jonathan and Vanessa opened The Cart House in late 2022 following a year renovating the property. When they first saw the property, they realised that they had found somewhere that would make an amazing holiday retreat in a prime location for exploring Hampshire. With experience of growing up in the sector and years of renting holiday properties all over the world, they knew exactly how they wanted to finish The Cart House, finishing it to a high standard but still feeling like it was a home from home and of course with a few tech gadgets.

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