Lay Your Hat In Winchester

Winchester's status as England's ancient capital means the city centre is packed with history, from the cathedral to the water meadows. Lay Your Hat In Winchester sits right here, a compact two-storey cottage that works equally well as a peaceful base for exploring on foot or as a retreat after a day out. One bedroom upstairs holds a double bed; downstairs, a study with a sofa bed provides a second sleeping space if needed. The whole place is yours alone, with wifi included, and beds made up with proper linen before you arrive.

Ground floor living centres on a kitchen-diner where you can actually cook—there's a dishwasher, induction hob and oven if you want to eat in—plus a separate sitting room with an open fire and a shower room. Underfloor heating runs through the kitchen. The real draw, though, is the split-level enclosed garden with patio and furniture, and the private steam room with oak and limestone floors, also heated from below. French doors open directly onto the garden. On-road parking is covered by permit. The property does not allow smoking, and cots are available for infants only (up to 12 months).