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Outdoor dining
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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Droxford, ENG
  • Meon Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Meon Valley Golf and Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 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 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

Read the reviews, we love our little business and you can see others do too!
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Meon Valley. Features include a gym, a water park and an arcade/games room. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Steps from Meon Valley and 5 minutes by car from South Downs National Park
👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached offers its guests a water park and a fitness centre. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached.

Property manager

Jo Studer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please see rental agreement

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: My Mum Lynne, is available for babysitting (13/hr)

Important information

You need to know

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: 12
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Countryside Family Friendly House & Annex - completely detached Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Krystyna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
Property as described. Well appointed, spacious, comfortable. Well equipped. Thoughtful extra touches. Plenty of toiletries and a bottle of wine and fresh eggs on arrival. Only one comment that when sitting in lovely garden the noise of traffic on main road is noticeable. Otherwise perfect for our family get-together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect
We had an amazing Easter week at the Crest, a beautiful house in the Meon valley, everything we could wish for..... Jo answered any questions and also made sure we had complete peace and privacy..... everything in the pictures and description is accurate, although in real life it's better. My only concern is leaving a great review will only make booking again more difficult!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal accommodation and facilities
A beautiful family home with very good facilities. Comfortable and cosy with plenty of room. Also ideal for our group of friends who needed individual bedrooms. Hoping to meet there again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house to get everyone together
Lovely house with a beautiful garden. Perfect place to bring together family and friends for a birthday celebration. Plenty of space to get-together in both the house and the garden. Really well equipped; the house had everything we needed to cater for everyone. Fabulous views from all of the bedrooms; comfortable beds and lovely rooms. Great location in the South Downs with lovely walks and cycling routes straight from the house. The only downside was the road noise at times when sitting in the garden; although this wasn't a problem when indoors.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maroulla D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing break...
The house is spacious, comfortable and very well equipped and especially for children, with a lovely doll's house in one bedroom which my three year-old grandson loved to play with. The tree house, swing and car were particular favourites too. The annexe is an added bonus, with gym equipment upstairs and a well-furnished, comfortable bedroom and kitchen. The literature sent to us by Jo prior to our stay is comprehensive and we made use of her restaurant recommendations. The Crest is a place we would certainly go back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

WENDY H., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We recently had a 3 night stay in this wonderful property and loved almost every moment off it. The only negative for us was the road noise from the A32 when relaxing outside in the garden. Apart from that the house, annex, garden and the lovely host were perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichola S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Impeccable
We had the best stay here, the property was immaculate, and the gardens incredible, local walks and pubs were fabulous, and the communication with the owner was quick and informative. We had the best time here and would recommend it to anyone looking for a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house and location
This was a great place for a get together of a collection of old friends. We cooked, we drank, we hiked. The house was spotless and well equipped, from games through to bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
We had the best long weekend, house was immaculate and included everything we required. Kids loved the toys in the bedroom, games consoles and garden games. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. Dog loved the garden and was very secure so didn't have to worry about the dog escaping. Host very responsive and provided all the details we needed and quick replies to any queries we had. Will certainly be looking to book again for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
our family holiday
Excellent well equipped property.Jo is a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

holly n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house in beautiful surroundings
We had a wonderful post Christmas celebration with family at this beautiful home. The house was extremely cosy, beautifully decorated and very well equipped. We could not have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely winter weekend break
We had a lovely weekend break at The Crest in November. Beautiful home in lovely surroundings. Easy to get to Winchester for the Christmas market and also the sea for a cold swim! Jo provided lots of really useful information and was always on hand to answer any question we had. Fab break!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
My family and I have just had a four day stay in this beautiful property and could have not been more impressed. The house is spotlessly clean and tidy, it is well equipped with lots of little extra touches, the bedding was clean, crisp and fresh, and the beds and pillows were extremely comfortable. We stayed in November so didn’t use the beautiful garden to its fullest advantage but the dogs absolutely loved it and it was very secure for them to be in. One small downside was the road noise which could only be heard outside and not in the property at all and it would certainly not stop me returning which we hope to do as we visit this lovely area fairly frequently.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great all round!
The house and annex were perfect for a group of friends and one small baby - a short walk from the village, with a lovely local pub, as well as close to longer countryside footpaths for the keen walkers! The beds were comfortable and there’s plenty of space for everyone. Jo also very kindly lent some electric car charging cables to us when the hire car company we’d used neglected to include them, which really saved the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends big birthday get together!
We are eight old friends celebrating big birthdays missed during lockdown. The house was perfect for us. Plenty of room, including two sitting rooms (football in one & a film in the other). Comfy beds and a lovely & spacious garden. Couldn't have asked for better. We ate in both village pubs which were great - only downside is no pavement on the first bit of the road into the village. Jo our host coykd not have beenore helpful & welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it
Great house, great location, great service fr Joanne!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

edward g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way
Everything was great. House, location, and service, was excellent. I would come back and I recommend this property very highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Lovely
We had a great time staying in this lovely house. The communication from the owner was super fast and really friendly, and overall I’d thoroughly recommend the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
Beautiful spacious house and garden with all the facilities you could possibly need. Very clean and well looked after. Great communication with host and very detailed pre-arrival information. Would love to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway!
Our family of 4 (plus dog) had an amazing stay at The Crest. The house and garden are gorgeous, and interior decor was modern and homely at the same time - it really felt like a 'home away from home' (just with less mess than our own house!). There is a rigorous cleaning policy in place which made us feel very secure. The location was brilliant for days out to the seaside and walks in the forest, while the house and garden provided ample entertainment for our small party. Certainly a perfect house for multi-generational or multi-family holidays once the restrictions on gatherings are lifted. There is a somewhat busy road nearby, but it can't be heard from inside the house and the property is fully enclosed so you have no worries of children or pets wandering off. The garden and house are completely hidden away and not overlooked, with beautiful views over the nearby fields and extensive garden. Jo was a wonderful host, and offered us the best recommendations for what to do and see, and was very responsive (usually within an hour!) to all messages. She left a beautiful welcome basket, including some very thoughtful things for the dog. We would definitely recommend this property, and will think about coming back with more family in tow in the future! Thanks Jo!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
An idyllic stay in the countryside
We had a wonderful stay at the Crest. The property is very spacious and the two toddlers in our group absolutely loved running around the house. The two separate sitting areas were ideal as one was used mostly as a kids area. This was without doubt a family home which had everything we needed. We visited Peppa Pig World and this was a good base. Thank you so much to the Owner Jo, your communication was excellent and you always responded very quickly to our questions. We look forward to arranging a return visit sometime! Thank you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chantal W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrate Mums 70th
Due to the restriction of only allow 6 people we had to cancel our first planned holiday and rebook for just 6 of us. We found this little gem! Jo was so helpful before booking, answering all our questions as it was a last min booking. Communication was fantastic throughout our stay. When we arrived we were blow away as the property was so beautiful, the garden is stunning and we managed to sit outside for a couple of days before the rain came. The properly had everything we needed and more. There was a lovely welcome basket for when we arrived, check in and check out was easy. Would defiantly recommend and we can wait to come back 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family stay cation
The communication between the owner and us was fantastic, she was always very quick to get back to me if needed. The house was stunning, very clean, very spacious and the perfect amount of room for all 9 of us. We had 2 babies with us also, and the baby blanket, cot and bath were a lovely and very helpful touch. It's a perfect location for a break away, everything is a drive away but that was fine for us. Droxford is a lovely little village with great pubs! We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back at some point! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clare L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a family getaway
Lovely house with a really good sized enclosed garden which is perfect for young children. Lovely views too. The annex was perfect for the grandparents and the games room/gym upstairs is great. Good location to get to lots of main attractions and only a 30 minute drive to the nearest beach which was not overrun with tourists. Had a lovely stay and the owners were so helpful all the way through.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Crest
The property met with our expectations, it was well equipped and the property manager was extremely helpful