The Bullpen@Manor Farm

West Tytherley 2.3 miles. The Bullpen@Manor Farm, a delightful single-storey studio-style retreat, rests in the quaint village of East Dean near Lockerkey and West Tytherley, Hampshire. It sits adjacent to the River Dun, a tributary of the River Test, and fronts directly onto the National Cycle Network Route 24. Perfect for a solo traveller or couple seeking a tranquil escape, this compact yet well-equipped property offers a welcoming base close to scenic countryside and historic attractions. Park up in the shared gravel courtyard, also home to a shared EV charging point, before entering the homely property, where you can relax after a day of adventure. Inside, you’ll find an open-plan layout featuring a plush double bed, a study area for catching up on work or planning your adventures, a handy kitchenette with a microwave and fridge, and a cosy sitting space for relaxing with a film on the Smart TV. Completing the interior is a bathroom with a bath, shower over, basin, and WC, ideal for freshening up after a day of exploring. The surrounding area is rich in attractions. Explore the historic city of Salisbury, home to its iconic cathedral and charming streets, or venture to Winchester for its cultural landmarks and riverside walks. For nature lovers, the property offers easy access to the New Forest National Park, where you can enjoy miles of walking and cycling trails, spot native ponies, and discover picturesque villages. You’re also within reach of Romsey, known for its beautiful abbey and riverside walks, and Stockbridge, a quaint market town offering boutique shops and excellent eateries. Across warmer months, take advantage of your tranquil surroundings, by enjoying a picnic, or taking a stroll across the gardens and extensive grounds which envelop The Bullpen, where you can also enjoy private riverside and woodland walks.

Historic houses and national gardens include the National Trust historical priory and country estate at Mottisfont which is home to the renowned National Collection of pre-1900 old-fashioned roses, which reach their peak in early summer; the equally renowned Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and arboretum situated in Ampfield, just outside Romsey, which covers 180 acres and over 42,000 trees and shrubs; together with museums including King Johns House and Heritage Centre in Romsey, the museum of Army Flying at Middle Wallop and the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum in Winchester. For petrol heads there is the world-famous National Motor Museum which has one of the finest collections of cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia in the world, and Thruxton Motor racing circuit and aerodrome which has an extensive

racing events calendar as well as offering driving and karting experiences. There are also a variety of flying experiences available in Thruxton and the surrounding area; for the truly brave, visit Old Sarum airfield, one of the oldest continually operational airfields in the UK, which offers a range of skydiving opportunities.

For those seeking a more leisurely pace enjoying nature there is the Hawk Conservancy Trust near Andover, multiple golf courses nearby and many fishing venues on the River Dun and River Test including Holbury Lakes Trout Fishery within very close proximity, the John Lewis Leckford Estate and Water Gardens at Longstock and Broadlands Country House and Estate at Romsey. If your tastes are more for wine and beers, visit the local vineyards and distilleries such as Ringwood Brewery, Flack Manor Brewery at Romsey, Black Chalk Vineyard near Stockbridge and New Forest Cider near Ringwood. For families and younger visitors, there is Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World at Ower, New Forest Aqua and Water Park at Fordingbridge, and Marwell Zoo and Activity Centre near Winchester. Whether you’re seeking heritage, outdoor adventure, or a relaxing base to unwind, The Bullpen@Manor Farm makes a lovely choice for enjoying Hampshire’s countryside and beyond.