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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near South Downs National Park
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Droxford, ENG
South Downs National Park
Place, South Downs National Park
1 min walk
Meon Valley
Place, Meon Valley
1 min walk
New Forest National Park
Place, New Forest National Park
41 min drive
Southampton (SOU)
Airport, Southampton (SOU)
30 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Annex Bedroom
1 King Bed
Double Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Single Bedroom
1 Single Bed
Twin Bedroom
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Annex Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Downstairs Loo
Toilet
Ensuite Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Family Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached
The Crest Droxford. A stylishly furnished family friendly detached house & separate annex tucked away in the South Coast countryside. We have no direct neighbours so you will feel like you have the countryside all to yourselves!
👨👨👧👦 The Crest is perfect for multiple families & groups of friends - read the many reviews to see what our guests say!
As soon as you walk through the door you'll see that both the house and the annex are different from your usual holiday home, furnished to a high standard and spaciously laid out with a high attention to detail. We loved it as soon as we bought it as our family home in 2010 and I know you will too!
Enjoying a rural location, on the edge of Droxford Village in the beautiful Meon Valley & South Downs National Park. Droxford Village includes The Bakers Arms pub awarded 'best Sunday lunch', a shop & post office, great playground and access to plenty of bike trials & walks. We are 20 minutes away from Winchester/Southampton/Portsmouth/Chichester and many more!
The large lawned garden at the Crest is a haven in the summer months, providing a perfect setting for al fresco dining with friends or family.
Within the grounds are a childrens 2 storey wooden playhouse and swing, outside games, a large gas BBQ and various eating areas.
Surrounding Area Along with many other beautiful villages, Exton is 2 miles away with the fabulous waterside Shoe Inn. West Meon is 5 miles away, with pubs serving great food and where the founder of Lords cricket rests; Wickham and Bishops Waltham are both 6 miles and host an array of little independent shops, cafes, restaurants & foodie pubs.
Family days out are close by: Peppa Pig World 🐷🎠 Goodwood (Festival or Speed & Revival)🚗 Monkey World 🐒 Marwell Zoo 🦒 Hawk Conservancy 🦉 Winchester planetarium🚀 Portsmouth Historic dockyard (their Victorian Xmas faire is fantastic)⛵ Portsmouth sea life centre🐠 Beaulieu motor museum🚗 Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery 🍸 .......to name but a few!
Within easy reach are; 🌳 The glorious South Downs National Park and The New Forest, 🌊 Portsmouth with waterside dining & ferry trips to the Isle of Wight, ⛪️ Historic Cathedral cities Winchester & Chichester, 🚋 Market town of Alresford with steam railway station ⛵️ Southampton & Gosport with their remarkable maritime history, ⛱️ Beaches at Lee-On-Solent, Hill Head and The Witterings.
🚲 Walking and cycling enthusiasts will enjoy both the Meon Valley Railway Line trail, accessible from Droxford, and Beacon Hill accessed via Exton (2 miles).
Come stay at The Crest, a welcome basket awaits, the house will be all set up for you to have a fantastic escape away!
Follow The Crest Droxford on social media for updates on local events and special offers, and if you see a gap in our calendar but it doesn't meet our minimum please just send me a note and we will try our best to fit you in 😊 Please do contact me with any questions, I'm happy to help.
Property Description Large living room with 2 sofas, an extra large TV & wood-burning stove. Sitting room with 2 sofas & open fire - games & childrens DVD library. Dining room with large dinning table (seats 9) & French doors to garden.
Kitchen, fully equipped you will truly feel like it's a 'home from home'. Utility with washer/dryer leading to garden. Separate downstairs loo.
First floor: All rooms have amazing views out to the countryside. Large double bedroom with Kingsize bed, wooden floor, en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower. Double bedroom with ornamental fireplace & wash basin. Twin bedroom. Single bedroom. Hotel quality linens Bathroom, over-bath shower, toilet.
Annexe (all downstairs): Living room/kitchen area with TV. Double bedroom (with King). Shower room with double shower cubicle and toilet. A private garden adjoins the annex.
We have a discreet security camera pointing down to the drive for house security only. We do not monitor this camera and will only review footage should there be damage to the house (it is mainly there for when the property is vacant).
•Wood-burning stove, open fires - initial fuel included, thereafter available locally •Hotel quality bed linen and towels included •Wooden cot & mattress •High chair • Bluetooth speaker •TV (gym and annexe also) •DVD (gym also) •Xbox and Wii (small libraries but feel free to bring some of your own) •Washer/dryer •Dishwasher •Fridge/freezer •Free Wi-Fi •Large lawned garden with patio and furniture (annexe: separate enclosed dog proof garden) •6 Burner Gas Barbecue •Children garden swing and playhouse •Table Football (annexe) •Ample parking •Gym (annexe) •Children’s toys •Non-smoking household •2 Dog welcome (see house rules - although we try our best we do not guarantee that the garden is 100% dog escape proof!) •Ground floor facilities (annexe)
•NB: Pond in garden
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Spacious home with 8 beds, perfect for work trips or family stays. Enjoy the comfort of free parking, fast Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped space to relax or get things done.
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No large raucous parties! Respect house & neighbor
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Please see rental agreement
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the Heating in the house and annex please
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not flush anything down the loos apart from loo roll and natural waste - we are on a septic tank
We welcome small celebrations but no raucous house parties!
Please see attached rental agreement
Important information
You need to know
Property # 6709681
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 7
Note from host: No large raucous parties! Respect house & neighbor
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Southampton
Located in Southampton, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Marwell Zoo and Butser Ancient Farm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Gunwharf Quays and Winchester Christmas Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at Utilita Bowl. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Portsmouth International Port - 24 min drive - 25.2 km
Gunwharf Quays - 30 min drive - 27.5 km
New Forest National Park - 41 min drive - 46.8 km
Getting around
Southampton Botley Station - 10 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
The Bakers Arms - 5 min walk
The Flower Pots Inn - 9 min drive
The Shoe Inn - 2 min drive
The White Hart - 10 min drive
The Harvest Home - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached?
As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached on 21 Sept 2026 start from £1,396, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 👨👨👧👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached located?
This family-friendly Southampton holiday home is located in a rural location, steps from Meon Valley and within 6 mi (10 km) of South Downs National Park and Bishops Waltham Palace. Marwell Zoo and Butser Ancient Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Jo Studer
I'm a Mum of 2 (Alfie & Violet) and we returned recently from living in the US, and now live within The South Downs. As well as running The Crest I am a firefighter for Hampshire & IOW. The Crest is our family home we left behind when we moved here in 2014, and because of all of this The Crest is first and foremost presented as a 'home from home' and a place we return to several times a year. We love sharing our home, absolutely love it and I'm sure you will too.
Why they chose this property
It's simple a beautiful family home set in the most stunning location. You will feel like you are in the middle of the countryside, and yet you are no more than 25 minutes from Winchester, Chichester, Petersfield, Portsmouth, Southampton and all of the treasures these places provide.
We have the real deal when it comes to the best country pubs (White Horse & Bakers Arms in Droxford, Thomas lord in West Meon, The Shoe in Exton to name but a few), renowned walking and cycle routes and Historic sites all around us. It really is somewhere where you can just hang out and relax if you don't feel like exploring.
The house and annex is perfect for everyone to get a little space of their own whilst on holiday.
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What makes this property unique
Spacious + Homely House + stunning location
Space - the house sleeps 9 people set over 2 properties; the main house and a one bedroom annex. There is also a gym area with TV for folks to escape to or for a chill out The Garden is large, spacious and well kept - it's glorious, I love it and I know you will.
As this was, and to a certain extent still is, our home you will definitely notice the difference from other 'holiday lets'. It is truly a 'home from home' and you will relax as soon as you walk through the door.
My mum! My mum (Lynne) looks after the house and you will feel this. You will no doubt speak with mum coming up to your arrival and she is available for babysitting at 13/hr!
We love well behaved dogs. Please check if you are thinking of bringing you canine companion.