The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest*

Moot Lane, Downton, SP5 3JP, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>49</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
49 reviews

Lovely little house every thing you need and more. In walking distance to shop and local pub for meals

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The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest*

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  • Entire home
  • 1000 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* is located in Downton, just 7.3 miles from Salisbury Cathedral and 7.6 miles from Salisbury Train Station. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the vacation home free of charge. Old Sarum is 9.4 miles away and Salisbury Racecourse is 10 miles from the vacation home. Offering a patio with garden views, this vacation home also has a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Stonehenge is 17 miles from the accommodation, while The Mayflower Theatre is 18 miles away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 19 miles from The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest*.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
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  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely little house every thing you need and more. In walking distance to shop and local pub for meals”
  • Esmee
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Such a wonderful, cozy place! Felt right at home the moment we stepped inside. The location is lovely, indeed right on the edge of the New Forest, also close to many other interesting spots and sights to see. Very comfy bed. The kitchen was one of...”
  • Ka
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    “Very comfy little one-bedroom barn with modern design and facilities for our daily needs. Also, it’s in the same village as my mum-in-law and very closed for our daily visit, superb location that you could easily catch a bus or drive a rental car....”

Host Info

8.4
8.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
The Stable Barn is part of a 17th century barn conversion, situated on the edge of the New Forest National Park in the picturesque village of Downton on the River Avon. It is the perfect retreat to enjoy the English countryside and explore the South Coast of England with easy access to Salisbury, Southampton and Bournemouth. Ideal for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers or those simply looking for a relaxing stay. The space The Stable Barn dates back to the 17th century and is a property with charm and comfort, complete with original character beams. The entrance leads to an open plan living, dining and kitchen space with central heating, wifi, TV and DVD player, DAB radio, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and oven. There is a shower room and toilet. Upstairs is the bedroom with double bed complete with an ensuite toilet. There are plenty of drawers and a fitted wardrobe. There is a separate door opening out to your own patio garden area (benefiting from the sun all afternoon) with an outdoor table, chairs and parasol. Guest access The property is self contained with its own entrance with space for guest parking outside the barn and a large private garden a
Downton is a village on the River Avon, 6 miles southeast of the City of Salisbury and is situated just outside of the New Forest National Park. It is a thriving community having its own schools, shops, pubs and businesses, village hall and recreation areas including a football pitch, bowling green and leisure centre with a gym and tennis courts. The annual Downton Cuckoo Fair takes place in May and has been running for over a quarter of a century. It is a free event which attracts around 20,000 visitors with over 250 craft stalls, live music, dance and entertainment for the whole family. The village is also well known for its fishing, its award winning local brewery and as a centre for exploring the River Avon and New Forest.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest*
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Garden
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest*

  • The prices at The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Water park
    • Horseback riding

  • Yes, The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* is 2,450 feet from the center of Downton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Stable Barn *On the edge of the New Forest* is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.