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Victorian Stable House with attractive vaulted ceiling , Southdowns.

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The garden viewed from the back gate. The garden is shared with the owners.
Side view.
Cottage in the snow.
Fully equipped kitchen with adjoining games room.
Fully equipped kitchen with adjoining games/play room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Victorian Stable House with attractive vaulted ceiling , Southdowns.

DISCLAIMER: Lucy Edgar (owner of old Stable cottage) is not responsible for any mis advertising of my VRBO photos and text on or via Expedia. AI has been used and has mixed up my photos and text so they make no sense. The large stately home shown as the property photo is not our cottage but a local recommended place to visit.

This detached cottage, once a Victorian stable is situated in the owner's garden in the beautiful South Downs National Park area. There is free parking with exterior security camera. Downstairs it has a compact fully equipped kitchen, an open plan sitting/dining room (4.9 x 4.7m) and a garden room/playroom (4.5 x 2.9 m) with a variety of books, toys, games and DVDs plus a pool table / table tennis table which converts to a second larger dining table if needed. Upstairs there is a spacious family room (5.5 x 4m) which sleeps up to 4 people (1 of the single bed slots under the other when not in use) with attractive vaulted ceiling and ensuite bathroom. If a family or group of 4 want to be in separate rooms then the downstairs sitting room has a comfy double sofa bed and there is a separate toilet and basin. Enjoy snuggling into the Sherpa rugs while watching films on a cold night; make use of the Indian brazier/BBQ on a cool evening outside (please ask owner as we keep it in the main house in winter). Note that the upstairs bedroom opens onto the stairs.
The garden is shared with the owners who encourage guests to use it; there is a climbing frame and slide, a basket swing and a trampoline with safety net (all to be used at guests' own risk); look out for the creatures hidden in the garden and Tree Beard.
The nearest good dog walking area is Durford woods which is a 5 minute walk from the house, but we are surrounded by lovely areas to walk and good family and dog friendly pubs. How about visiting Butser ancient farm and then going onto Butser Hill for some star gazing followed by a Hampshire pub meal. Try a day in Portsmouth exploring the Historic dockyards and amazing views from the Spinnaker Tower followed by a meal and cocktail at Gunwharf Quays. For R and R try a day or an evening spa session followed by a meal at Champneys Forest Mere Spa in Liphook (5 mins drive). For Jane Austen fans you can visit her house in Chawton where she lived for the last 8 years of her life.
This is a fantastic location from which to explore Hampshire and the beautiful South Downs National Park, to walk part of the South Downs Way, visit Alice Holt Forest (great climbing/play equipment for children and Go Ape) and other places of interest such as Petersfield Heath and boating lake, Gilbert White's House and gardens in Selborne, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (HMS Victory, The Mary Rose , Action Stations and nearby Navy museums), The Watercress line, Goodwood racecourse events, Paulton's theme Park, Fishers' Farm park, Petworth and Uppark house and gardens (National Trust) and the beautiful historic city of Winchester.

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About the area

Liss

Liss is home to this cottage. Petersfield Museum and The Olivier Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Petersfield Golf Club and Liphook Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Herne Farm Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Anstey Park. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Liss, England

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Liss Centenary Garden - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Portsmouth International Port - 41 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 41 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 46 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

  • Liss Station - 3 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greatham Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Jolly Drover - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Escapist Petersfield - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Townhouse - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice place to stay, very quiet. Hosts are welcoming and friendly.

A lovely quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Many thanks for your kind review Lara. It was lovely to meet you albeit briefly. I hope you found a good walk in the South Downs national park on your last day. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

8/10 Good

J C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goodwood FoS 2025

Stayed here for Goodwood Festival of Speed. Great location for the festival and a very nice cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind review James et al. I’m really glad you enjoyed Goodwood and hope you all had a good journey back. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Lovely stay. Enjoyed sitting outside for breakfast in glorious sunshine!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2024
Many thanks for your positive review Melanie. I’m so glad you enjoyed your weekend. I hope you all had stress free journeys home. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy comfortable cottage

Great location, felt very welcome and cottage was very comfortable with use of the garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2023
Many thanks for your kind words Pamela. It was lovely to see you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lachumansing A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cosy and calm

Attending a wedding nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind review Lachumansing. I’m glad you were comfy in the cottage and that you enjoyed the wedding. I hope you all had a stress free journey home. Best wishes, Lucy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely place in a pretty garden.

The owners were fabulous and the house was great. Some lovely walks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks so much for your great review Steve. It was so lovely to meet you, Maisie, Davina and the wonderful Django. We hope you had a stress free journey home. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We enjoyed staying here very much! The owner was very helpful and responsive to my questions. Everything was as advertised. My adult son and I stayed here, but I can see it being a great place for a couple or family to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely review Louis; that’s much appreciated . We hope you had a stress free journey back to Texas. Best wishes, Lucy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic for families!

The home was spacious and clean. The homeowner helped my family feel at home and provided us with so many children’s books, toys, and activities. Fantastic stay! Highly recommend for anyone in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2024
Thanks so much for your lovely review James; I’m so glad the wedding went well and that you enjoyed your stay. It was lovely to meet you all. I hope you had a stress free journey home. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendide location

The house was very spacious and so lovely. We enjoyed the garden, the veranda, and the beds were very confortable. Thanks to Lucy for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely review Caroline; that is really appreciated. We're so happy you enjoyed your stay here in the UK and we hope you had a good journey home. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy memories

Thank you for a comfortable happy stay Lucy. A great time was had b all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
I hope the wedding all went smoothly. Glad to hear you had a good time. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home 5 stars

The accommodation was perfect for us & our dog 🥰 Lucy & family are absolutely lovely ,so friendly & accommodating, will definitely be returning. Many thanks to the Edgar family xx
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely review Jayne; that’s really appreciated. We’d love to see you again. We hope you had a stress free journey home. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kinita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

From arrival to departure we had a great stay. Our 4 year old loved the selection of toys and we certainly enjoyed the breakfast treats. Would definitely come back and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2024
Thanks so much for your lovely review Kinita 😊 I’m so glad you enjoyed your short stay. We hope to see you again sometime. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot, lovely host.

We chose the location because it was central to several relatives over a holiday visit from the US. We are so glad to have happened on this listing. Easy to get to, great hosts, great amenities. Thanks Lucy!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely review Mark and Tonia. I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay; it was a pleasure to meet you both. I hope you have a wonderful time in Oxford.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

The property had everything we wanted, and lots more. Very spacious and comfortable. Ours was a summer visit, but the property is well equipped would be equally attractive and comfortable through the colder, darker months.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Many thanks for your lovely review Roger, much appreciated. I hope you enjoy the rest of the summer. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hill Brow

Spacious comfortable property, fully self contained, and conveniently located. very friendly welcome for us and dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks for your kind review Roger and Sue. It was lovely to meet you and gorgeous Tess. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the Stable Xmas 2022

The Victorian Cottage Stable was probably the best self-catering accommodation we have ever stayed in. There was fresh straw on the floor (only kidding) and very, very comfortable. Would reccomend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks for your great review Tony, it’s very much appreciated. It was lovely to meet you, Nina and your gorgeous 4 legged friend! Very best wishes for 2023.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our short stay

Really impressed with location of property (we attended Goodwood Festival of Speed). Instructions provided were easy to follow and were correct. House was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. The kids played for hours with the provided toys and the welcome basket was a lovely touch. The beds were really comfortable and perfect after a long day walking. This will be our first port of call the next time we are in the area and we could have easily stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2024
Thanks so much for your lovely positive review Robyn. I’m so glad you enjoyed Goodwood and the cottage.We look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes, Lucy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Victorian cottage in Liss

We had a lovely stay in the cottage. The communication with the owner was excellent. She really went out of her way to make things as pleasant as could be, the kindest person you can think of. The cottage was large, there was a nice garden, our dog could roam free, and played with the dog of the owner. Nice bath facilities. One of the nicest stays we ever had, due to the people who run it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2023
Just been on Vrbo and I realise I didn’t respond to your wonderful website review from Sept. Thanks so much for your kind words, it was really lovely to meet you and gorgeous Balou! I hope you have a very special Christmas 2023. Best wishes, Lucy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Summer holiday in the South Downs

We had a lovely week at Lucy's place. Its location is good, given its proximity to hiking trails, cultural sights, the beach and even London. The house itself is comfortable, especially the bedroom. For kids, there is an abundance of toys. Last but not least, Lucy was most welcoming and very helpful to find our way around Liss. We would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Many thanks for you lovely review, Sam; I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. It was wonderful to meet you all. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful cottage set in a lovely garden with many interesting features. The property is well situated to access the many walks in woodlands in this stunning area. The cottage itself has lovely decor, comfortable and extremely clean and tidy with the owners including features (books, childrens books etc, lots of information on nearby areas to visit) to make the stay as enjoyable as possible. Communication with the owners was very easy. Lovely property and great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility in the South Downs AONB

After a long year apart start and a turbulent start to my family arriving in the UK, (thanks Omicron), This little slice of heaven was a much needed respite for our family to renunite, and enjoy Christmas in this beautiful part of England. Lucy and her family are awesome hosts who treated us us like family. Even providing some Christmas decorations and a tree, to help us make this a special Christmas for our daughter. Lucy, we miss your cottage already... Much Love, Nick, Lee and Zoe
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Dear Nick, Lee Anne and Zoe, Thank you so much for your wonderful review which is very much appreciated. We were lucky to have such lovely guests for our first booking with VRBO. Wishing you lots of happiness in your new home; Dorset is a beautiful county too with many lovely picturesque villages and beauty spots. We hope Zoe settles quickly into her new school too. Blessing and best wishes, Lucy, Rob, Phoebe and Oscar
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic... will visit again

This little gem was lovely spacious, very clean and the garden was amazing, loads of things for children( games,books and toys)... kitchen on the small side but just what we needed as ate out mostly... bathroom, w/c was clean and hot water was very hot... bedroom: love the open plan as it worked for us... couldn't fault anything LUCAS (age 8) loved the outside and so did JESSIE (dog 3 yrs) thank you to Lucy and family (and millie the family dog for sharing her garden)... Thanks for being so great with early let in and late leave and being amazing when our car broke... the area is a little out the way but just what we wanted ... lovely local walks and the pub over the road was a god send..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks so much for your wonderful review Naomi. It was a joy to meet you and your lovely family; Millie loved meeting Jessie and Lucas as did we.Thanks also for leaving the place tidy and stripping beds, emptying bins which was very thoughtful of you. We’d love to see you again if you do want to come back. Perhaps next time you can try Action Stations at Gunwharf Quays and Fisher’s farm? I think Lucas would love that and we can always look after Jessie if you can’t take her….
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay at Old Stable Cottage

I really enjoyed my stay at the cottage over the weekend. Very comfortable with all I need from kitchen to living room chilling out and peaceful bedroom. Lucy and Rob were lovely hosts and responded to my telephone call quickly as I needed to navigate my way to find the cottage (I'm a bit rubbish at directions) My 2 year old dog Polly was made to very welcome. She loved the garden with all the exciting parts to explore and was delighted to meet Millie the family Labrador. Rob and Lucy were very understanding when she stood outside their kitchen door barking for Millie to come out to play!! I needed to stay to attend a weekend course nearby so unfortunately didn't really get a chance to explore the surrounding area but from what I seen it was lovely. Did get to have a walk in a nearby forest with the dog which was lovely and convenient to the cottage. If you are planning to stay here you will have a very enjoyable time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks so much for your lovely review Annie. We’re so glad you and Polly liked staying here; we enjoyed meeting you both. Best wishes, Lucy
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small cottage in quiet location

The cottage is an outbuilding in the garden of a house near Liss. There is one large bedroom and bathroom upstairs, with a small kitchen and fair sized living room and loo downstairs, and a games room in an annex. The kitchen had a few basic items like fresh milk, tea and coffee, which saves you having to bring absoloutely everything. There is no view to admire from the rather small windows but if the weather allows, there is a small area for sitting outside. The weather was very wet and cold during my stay and I don't think the cottage had been used for quite some time before I arrived. It was quite musty inside initially, but it would be fine in better weather; although fully double glazed, the electric heaters struggled to keep it warm in wintry weather. The owner lives in the main house and is very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2024
Hi Nicholas, many thanks for your review. Unfortunately one of the storage heaters ( about to be replaced) had stopped working just before you came, as I mentioned so I hope you found the other portable heaters ( fan heater and plug in radiator) which I pointed out to compensate. I am in the process of updating our last couple of storage heaters to efficient new electric heaters. I also detected a musty smell in the hall which I hadn’t smelled before which smelled to me of damp coat after your son hung his coat on the coat hanger (the smell has now gone so it might have been that). The pool table in the conservatory can easily be converted into a dinner table and that room has large glass windows and a view of the garden. The guests have full use of the garden, including the benches and we encourage guests to use it. Such a shame that the weather wasn’t better. Best wishes, Lucy 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter & I stayed for two nights. We were attending a running event at Midhurst only a 20 min drive away.The cottage was perfect for us. Clean, quiet, homely & comfortable & Lucy was a lovely host.The cottage would be ideal for a family too with plenty of games & books etc to keep children occupied.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2026
Thanks so much for your lovely review; so glad you liked the cottage. I hope you’ve both recovered from the ultra marathon!🤩
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