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A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.

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Fridge, oven, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.

A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels a
d Wi-Fi included. Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Childrens play area. Ample parking. No smoking. . This wonderful property has to be experienced first-hand. A labour of love by the owner, who occupies the original station, this fully renovated carriage will provide a memorable and exciting holiday for up to four guests.
This 1922 carriage couples modern design with touches of historic charm. The open plan living space has a sofa, two armchairs, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Both bedrooms have new furnishings with en-suite shower rooms and the light fittings in the living area are from the Orient Express.
Horsebridge Station was one of the stops on the Sprat and Winkle line after which the carriage got its name. With patio furniture for four and barbecue, enjoy the feeling that the train stopped just for you.
At the end of the station drive you’ll find the charming John O’Gaunt pub, a delightful place for a drink before or after a stroll along the famous Test Way, which follows the course of the railway line just 100 metres from the station.
There is ample parking, a play area for children in the garden, which is also suitable for a dog to run around. Table tennis is available on request. There is a resident friendly labrador, and Coco the cat.
Stay for a week or more to truly experience the magic of The Sprat and Winkle Railway Carriage for yourself.
Free WiFi

You can view a floor plan of Sprat & Winkle here. https://www.awaze.co.uk/assets/Floor_Plan_M555057.pdfn
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property
2 bedroom accommodation in Horsebridge Stockbridge
2 bedroom accommodation in Horsebridge Private vacation home
su-M555057-M555057

About the neighborhood

Map
Horsebridge

What's nearby

  • University of Winchester - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Sparsholt College - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 25 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Romsey Mottisfont and Dunbridge Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound Broughton - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The John O'gaunt Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Lab - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from River Test and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Mottisfront Abbey and Gardens. Farley Mount Country Park and Danebury Iron Age Hillfort are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Had a lovely break, our 2 year old loved being in and around the train and it was spacious for our f
Had a lovely break, our 2 year old loved being in and around the train and it was spacious for our family of 4. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Surprisingly and amazingly spacious and comfortable.
Surprisingly and amazingly spacious and comfortable. Very well equipped and in a beautiful location. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Superb.
Superb. I would highly recommend. So relaxing. A truly amazing experience. Great hosts. Great welcome pack. Must be experienced. We will be going back Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

A special place to stay.
A special place to stay. A warm and friendly welcome. Some gorgeous countryside. A great place to relax. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

We spent an idyllic week at the Sprat & Winkle.
We spent an idyllic week at the Sprat & Winkle. The carriage has been extremely well converted & the little extras like bread butter & jam were very welcome. The owners were friendly & helpful. Good food was available at the local pub within short walking distance. We will return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

An absolutely fantastic place for children who love trains.
An absolutely fantastic place for children who love trains. Super hosts who made us very welcome Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

10/10 Excellent

Angela C., Margate

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely place
A relaxing stay in a unique location a beautiful area. The owner, Tony, was very welcoming & gave good advice for places to eat. The train was lovely; very well equipped and nicely converted. I was disappointed however to find that communications with the owners were not passed on by HomeAway even though this was how I was told to communicate with them. Fortunately it didn’t matter too much, but it might have done in different circumstances. The only negative comment I could mention is that the railway carriage is not as private as we thought and there were restrictions as to where we could go. For example the station platform area in front of the main house was out of bounds. Also there is another little cottage on the platform that was occupied and restricted our use of that area too. As it happened the residents were discreet & friendly, but still, this isn’t mentioned in the description. Overall I would highly recommend this delightful one-of-a-kind accommodation.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Excellent accommodation and location; very quiet and relaxing with immediate access to footpaths and
Excellent accommodation and location; very quiet and relaxing with immediate access to footpaths and cycle paths to local pubs, village and national trust properties. Nearby Stockbridge is a lovely town with butcher, deli, pubs, cafes, and shops (note that on Mondays most shops are closed). The train carriage is very nicely furnished and well equipped. Heating and air conditioning were a real bonus and parking on site was very convenient. The gardens were beautiful and peaceful, we loved the tranquil days, and dark skies for star gazing at night. Our hosts were very welcoming and we enjoyed the swing, table tennis and BBQ - nothing was too much trouble, thank you Val for making us feel so welcome. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We spent a lovely few days in a converted railway carriage which was a unique place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

We loved this.
We loved this. We came for christmas, just to get away, with our kids and our dog. The carriage is really lovely, beautifully done inside and with fantastic bedrooms and bathrooms. Our slight fears that it might be bit cold (it IS a railway carriage after all) were completely wrong, there's super efficient heating and hot water. The setting is really beautiful and maintained incredibly well. Went on some long walks along a multitude of footpaths and enjoyed discovering the local towns and landscape. Really, a lovely place.
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

We loved this.
We loved this. We came for christmas, just to get away, with our kids and our dog. The carriage is really lovely, beautifully done inside and with fantastic bedrooms and bathrooms. Our slight fears that it might be bit cold (it IS a railway carriage after all) were completely wrong, there's super efficient heating and hot water. The setting is really beautiful and maintained incredibly well. Went on some long walks along a multitude of footpaths and enjoyed discovering the local towns and landscape. Really, a lovely place.
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Wonderful place in a great location.
Wonderful place in a great location. Peaceful, well equipped and quirky. We loved it.
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Quiet, quaint and relaxing.
Quiet, quaint and relaxing.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great weekend it was like stepping back in time, friendly owners quite location, good for walking al
Great weekend it was like stepping back in time, friendly owners quite location, good for walking alone the old line and we found a pub in Kings Somborne The Crown Inn that did very good food. We do plan to visit again maybe when the weather is better for walking more.

10/10 Excellent

tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique!!
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Superb stay in clean, well appointed accommodation.
Superb stay in clean, well appointed accommodation. Warm welcome and beautiful location.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

The carriage and location were amazing, looked just as they did in the photos, perfect, quiet, beaut
The carriage and location were amazing, looked just as they did in the photos, perfect, quiet, beautiful, carriage had everything we needed, comfy beds, parking, would definitely recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

L
Lovely setting in a fantastic location, the carriage was well fitted out with high quality equipment throughout With such a rural location you have to go a little way to find any shops etc but that was a minor inconvenience Stockbridge is a delightful place to visit and shop/eat