Stable Gate, Exton

Stable Gate is a charming converted stable block in the heart of a beautiful village, in the South Downs National Park. Within walking distance of great pubs, a brilliant village shop, it’s well supported by the market towns of Petersfield, Bishops Waltham and historical cities of Winchester, Southampton & Portsmouth. The house is light, spacious, with an open plan kitchen, cosy sitting room that opens up to a private courtyard. With 3 bedrooms and 2 en-suite bathrooms, it sleeps 6 comfortably. The space *NEW LISTING - PHOTOS IN PROGRESS* Flanked by roses in the summer, a woodburner to cosy around in the winter, and with views of Chestnut tree tops from the windows, Stable Gate is a beautiful, newly refurbished home from home. Whether you’re here for a countryside get away with friends or family, a wedding or a party nearby, or you’re walking the South Downs Way, our house will make the perfect base for your stay. On entry you’ll find a large entrance hall with plenty of space for hanging coats and storing muddy boots. Off the entrance hall is a staircase upstairs to a bedroom and ensuite bathroom, as well as entrances to the other ground floor rooms of the house, including a downstairs bathroom. On entering the light and airy kitchen, you’ll find everything that you need for your stay. Fully equipped with a fridge/ freezer, electric hob, oven, dishwasher, kettle and toaster and microwave (?) There are pots and pans, plates, glasses and mugs to cook and eat whatever you might want to. The lovely oval kitchen table, will seat up to six people with a few spare chairs stored if needed. Off the back of the kitchen is a utility room with a washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. There are also french doors that open up on to the private courtyard at the back of the house. In to the living area, complete with TV, wood burning stove, cosy armchairs, a sofa and some extra bean bags, the French doors open on to a private terrace that’s not overlooked and benefits from plenty of West facing sun. The terrace has a washing line and a seating area and outdoor dining table and chairs. The Bedrooms We have three bedrooms; one king sized double upstairs, one twin single room downstairs which can also be made up as a double, and one smaller twin single room. A staircase leads to the main double bedroom upstairs, complete with en suite shower room and a King size bed. The two twin rooms are downstairs are ideal for guests who are less mobile. There is a family bathroom with loo, sink, bath and handheld shower attachment adjacent to one of these rooms. This can also be accessed directly from the hall should you wish. Guest access You will be send instructions on how to let yourself in to Stable Gate closer to your arrival once you’ve booked. You are welcome to use the entire house and courtyard. There are a couple of locked cupboards that we store linen and house supplies in that are not accessible. TBC Other things to note Stable Gate is part of an extension to another house which is a family home. With separate entrances you are completely self contained. You’re not at all over looked and have complete privacy. The main bedroom upstairs, does look over in to the side drive of the main house. We like to mention this so that you know exactly what the set up is that you’re coming to. Car Parking - There is plenty outside the front of house that’s free of charge. Places To Visit - Along with local walks including the South Downs Way and the Wayfarers Walk direct from Stable Gate, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to local days out; Winchester, Portsmouth, Peppa Pig World, Highclere Castle, Bombay Sapphire Museum, Marwell Zoo, The Watercress Steam Railway line and plenty of local vineyards too! We really look forward to welcoming you and sharing all that we have to offer at this stunning location in one of Hampshire's most beautiful villages.