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Hapton Folly

(Ref. 1139797)

Hambledon, South Downs National Park Show on map

4.3

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

What you’ll love

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Broadband / WiFi

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16 Customer Reviews

  • "Unique historic property, well laid out on three floors and with a roof terrace as well."

    It's been maintained to a high standard, and is very clean and comfortable, with a welcoming and helpful owner living nearby. Stairs are obviously steeper than usual, as shown clearly in the photos, but that just adds to the character and quirkiness. And conveniently there is a well-stocked shop, tearoom, pub and vineyard all within easy walking distance. A great base for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Highly recommended.

    Reviewed by Dafydd5.0★Jun 2025

  • "We booked Hapton Folly between the 2 May and 5 May 2025."

    Upon arrival we opened the door and a strong smell of damp was present, this was in the kitchen and bathroom, we then went into town, several hours later we returned and had a look around the property. This fell way below sykes properties usual standards. We know it is a very old building but the condition and cleanliness of the staircase needs to be addressed, also the ceiling and walls in the bedroom were very mouldy in two corners. The bathroom had significant mould on the walls. The taps were very corroded, paint was flaking off the ceiling in the living room, The oven trays had not been cleaned, the microwave was rusty and could be dangerous. We pointed out the mouldy ceiling to the owner the following morning, she apologized and said this was only repaired last year, said it wasn't mould and will have a word with the cleaner. We only stayed for one night because of the condition of the property. It is our opinion that this property is not suitable for habitation at present. We have stayed in a few sykes properties and this is by far the worst.

    Thank you for your feedback I am sorry to hear your comments and that you had to leave the property earlier than planned Your feedback is very out of character based on the previous reviews I have addressed the points you made with my cleaner and thank you for bringing them to my attention. I do take a great pride in the property standards and want every customer to enjoy their stay with us. I hope your recovery from injury goes well, the property layout wouldn’t be ideal for anyone on crutches due to the steep stairs and the locations of the bathrooms and bedrooms Once again, thank you for your comments Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kathryn1.3★May 2025

  • "Property was comfortable and convenient for us to get to our holiday destinations We would recommend this property."

    So glad you enjoyed your stay in our unique Folly. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Leslie4.1★Apr 2025

  • "Unique and interesting folly located in a lovely position."

    Loved the roof terrace and spectaculat views with a bespoke ladder system. Vineyard 10 minutes walk away. Welcome sparkling wine a surprise.

    So glad you enjoyed your stay. Lindy Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter4.1★Apr 2025

  • "Very quaint volley lovely surroundings very peaceful."

    Meeted and greeted by lovely host felt very welcome every eminity you need for a relaxing stay but don’t try to find it in the dark would recommend for couples would stay again

    Reviewed by Allan4.7★Nov 2024

  • "We absolutely loved our stay at Hapton Folly."

    We were pleasantly surprised at how spacious the folly is and the secret loft hatch up to the tower roof was brilliant. The sofa is so comfortable as is the bed. We didn’t see the owners as they were away, however the neighbour was helpful as was the gardener. We recommend the village shop, The Stores, and The Forge tea room. There are plenty of sites to visit depending on your likes

    Thank you for taking the time to send feedback on your recent stay in our unique Folly! So pleased you enjoyed it. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michelle4.4★Oct 2024

  • "If you want a quirky stay in a lovely and friendly village choose The Hapton Folly."

    The inside is comfortable and well equipped and the view from the top is just beautiful. We had a very relaxed stay and enjoyed a lovely walk to the vineyard where we had a wine tasting, a meal in a friendly local pub, The Vine and breakfast in the delightful Old Forge Tea Room. Please don't go if you have mobility issues, but otherwise put it on your bucket list!!

    Reviewed by Cathy5.0★Oct 2024

  • "Great break in a gorgeous building."

    The folly had everything we needed and is in a great location.

    Reviewed by Wendy4.4★Sep 2024

  • "We had a wonderfulstay and being able to sit in bed and see view through high up windows was fantastic."

    Stairs maybe not for faint hearted but we found\ them no problem. A lovely quirky holiday let, if only weather\ had allowed us to get up on roof!

    Reviewed by K J5.0★Sep 2024

  • "We had a good holiday at Hapton Folly despite the wet weather."

    The folly is a quirky holiday home, like staying in your own little castle. The bed was very comfortable with crisp white linen. The weather turned chilly during our stay but there were electric radiators on each floor which we used one evening and these warmed the space quickly. We really enjoyed the views from the windows in the rooms and especially from the terrace on top of the tower. There is a table, chairs and fairy lights so a nice place for drinks at the end of the day. There are good views across the village and the valley. The kitchen is small but well equipped to cook some meals. We appreciated the welcome bottle of wine. Hambledon is a very quiet and pretty village. We visited Winchester and Southsea nearby. We also enjoyed visiting the Hambledon vineyard and had lunch and a wine tour. It is a short walk from the property, just 10 minutes across the vineyard by the village school.

    Reviewed by Amanda4.7★Sep 2024

  • "We really enjoyed our short break at Hapton Folly."

    A wonderful quirky retreat in the heart of the beautiful Hampshire village of Hambledon. The surrounding area provides ample opportunity for walking, with a very local and hospitable pub (The Vine) for food and drink. The village shop (People’s Market) is well stocked and fairly priced for all needs. The Old Forge tea rooms (a short walk away) provides lovely breakfasts, teas etc., and is well worth a visit. There are other good hostelries within striking distance We were warmly welcomed on arrival by our delightful host, Lindy, and immediately felt at home. The folly itself is very well presented, clean and equipped with everything needed for a comfortable holiday. We were extremely lucky that the British weather was unusually sunny and warm during our stay and we were able to dine al fresco most evenings. The views from the Folly were breathtakingly beautiful (especially from the rooftop) and the lounge area was a comfortable place to unwind or just watch TV. The kitchen is compact, but features everything needed for home cooking – Cooker, hob, microwave, kettle, coffe machine and fridge. A very good range of kitchenware and utensils are also provided. On the 2nd floor is the main bedroom featuring a very comfortable double bed complete with crisply laundered linen and, again, fabulous views. The ground floor also houses the shower room/toilet, and the shower is reliably warm . Considering the size of building, it has clearly been very well thought out to optimise available space. Although the stairs may be a little challenging for the less able, The Folly is definitely a ‘hidden gem’ for a relaxing break, and we would thoroughly recommend.

    So glad you enjoyed the experience of staying in the Folly. Property Owner

    Reviewed by John5.0★Aug 2024

  • "We have just returned from The Folly, and had a folly good time."

    The property was very cosy and quirky just what we wanted. Very comfortable accommodation, with lots to do nearby including the vineyard, great walks, local shop and a nice local pub within walking distance. We thoroughly recommend a stay here.

    Reviewed by Duncan4.7★Dec 2023

  • "A cosy property."

    Clean and well equipped. Lindy, the owner, was very friendly and on hand if we needed something. The bottle of wine on arrival was much appreciated. The stairs were good exercise. The roof terrace was intetesting with good views over the vilage. Felt like our own castle . In spring/summer it would be great to sit outside and contemplate. We used it to listen to the church bells, that were calling all the villagers for the nine lessons and carols service. The village is friendly, with lots of walks, and a great teashop (highly recommended) . The village shop was well stocked and just down the road. All in all a great location .

    Reviewed by Dave5.0★Dec 2023

  • "The Folly is a wonderful place to stay in the characterful village of Hambledon."

    It has been sympathetically restored and is similar in many ways to a Landmark Trust property. The host is very helpful and friendly. The property is clean, and well equipped with a good bed, sofa, shower & kitchen equipment (including a Nespresso machine). The stairs are steep - take your time - but the views are wonderful. We did not make it up to the roof terrace this time. There are no street lights in Hambledon, so bring a torch! The Vine is a friendly pub with excellent ales. The local shop has some interesting speciality food items. The Bat & Ball, a couple of miles away, does a tasty Sunday roast and has a lot of cricketing memorabilia. Further afield, Alresford is a lovely town and the Flowerpots at Cheriton is well worth a detour. All in all, The Folly is not your typical holiday cottage. It will appeal to those who like to experience a place which is different to the norm.

    Reviewed by Ian4.7★Dec 2023

  • "The Folly is a beautiful property, set in a peaceful and tranquil location."

    It is warm, comfortable and has everything you need in a holiday home. I would definitely recommended a visit and very much enjoyed my stay.

    Reviewed by Karen5.0★Oct 2023

  • "It was so peaceful and tranquil, an ideal spot to recuperate."

    Beautiful views of the countryside. The property was very clean and tidy, I met the owner who was very friendly and offered help with anything in the property. A very pleasant and restful few days. I can thoroughly recommend this property, especially if you need timeout from the world. Elaine Garrett-Simpson

    Reviewed by Elaine4.1★Oct 2023

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Your stay at a glance

  • Over three floors
  • One second-floor double bedroom
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • First-floor living/dining space
  • Central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, coffee machine, kettle, toaster
  • TV, WiFi
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Non-enclosed patio with furniture
  • Roof-top terrace accessed from bedroom via ladder, sorry no furniture allowed up here
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles
  • Note: No children
  • Note: This property is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to steep stairs

Your home away from home

Hapton Folly is a Grade II listed folly built in the 1800s, resting beside a vineyard in Hambledon, set in the South Downs National park, with off-road parking and unique features, this property is an ideal and unique base for a couple looking for a getaway to Hampshire.

Pass through the patio and be welcomed to this stunning stone-built property, a tall abode with castle-like features and a backdrop of mature trees.

Enter through a sage door, into a contemporary kitchen with a handful of amenities to cater to your culinary needs, and here you will also find a refreshing ground-floor shower room.

Climb the stairs and serve your meal at the dining space for a romantic meal for two, before settling into the sitting area to reflect on the day’s adventures, noticing the beautiful original windows and woodland views.

The attractive features of this property continue into a bedroom with a double bed, exposed brickwork, and tasteful furniture, and from here, pull down the ladder and access the turret of the property, a simply idyllic feature of this fantastic abode, decorated with fairy lights and offering panoramic views of the local town and countryside, as well as a selection of furniture so guests can relax and enjoy the sunset with a glass of their favourite beverage.

Outside this charming property there is a patio space with furniture, ideal for an alfresco affair in the fresh air.

Hambledon is a delightful village, offering a local shop for all of your holiday essentials, as well as pubs, such as the Vine Inn, eateries including The Old Forge Tea Room, and a cricket club.

The village offers tours and wine tasting at the local vineyard, the Hambledon Vineyard, which is a lovely way to spend the afternoon with your significant other.

The property is within reach of many delightful walks, including Old Winchester Hill and West Walk, Forest of Bere, whilst animal lovers will enjoy a trip to Marwell Zoo.

For a day spent beside the coast, head over to Portsmouth, where there are more eateries, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose, Eastney Beach and amusements at Clarence Pier.

From here guests can also get a boat to the stunning Isle of Wight for a day trip, exploring the plentiful history, stunning beaches and abundance of wildlife, as well as the many great cycle routes available.

All of this and so much more with a stay at the fantastic Hapton Folly.

Where you’ll be staying

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HAMBLEDON

Denmead 2.7 miles; Portsmouth 10.2 miles; Southampton 19.2 miles.

Hambledon is a charming village settled into the countryside of Hampshire, with easy access to local walks and to the coast. The village offers a convenience store where guests can stock up on all of their holiday essentials, as well as a handful of local pubs, including the Vine Inn and The Terrace, and eateries such as The Old Forge Tea Room. The town offers a cricket club, countryside walks, and a fantastic vineyard, Hambledon Vineyard, where guests are welcome to wine tasting events and tours. The village has access to many local attractions such as Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium, Marwell Zoo and Jane Austen's House, as well as a great selection of countryside walks, for example those at the Forest of Bere, Old Winchester Hill and Kingley Vale. For a day spent beside the seaside, head over to the bustling town of Portsmouth, where there are many more eateries, pubs, bars, seaside walks along the promenade, a selection of museums and Eastney Beach. From here guests can also take a day trip via boat to the incredible Isle of Wight, where there are many fantastic historic sites, including Carisbrooke Castle, a selection of zoos, coastal walks, wildlife watching opportunities and stunning beaches to enjoy. Make the perfect getaway to Hampshire by staying in the tranquil Hambledon.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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