An absolute gem in the South Downs National Park

Although we only live 1/2 mile away, we rented Stable Cottage for 5 days to escape building works. It proved an absolute gem: well equipped with excellent facilities for both humans and dogs, beautiful well-tended grounds including an amazing walled garden that puts the National Trust to shame and relaxing views across the Meon Valley. Soberton itself offers one of the best country pubs in Hampshire, unlimited walking and cycling within the South Downs National Park and the Meon Valley Trail (disused railway line). Beaches at Wittering and Hayling Island, the New Forest National Park, Palmerston Forts, military and naval museums including historic ships (HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, HMS/M Alliance and Mary Rose), and ferries to the Isle of Wight are all with easy daily travelling distance. Attractive local market towns and facilities for water sports and equestrian activities are all available nearby. If we didn’t live here, we’d holiday here all the time!