Close to London. A world away in feeling.
Hampshire Hills sits within the Hampshire countryside near Alresford and Winchester, offering owners the rare balance of accessibility and escape. It is close enough for weekends, longer stays and spontaneous breaks, but quiet enough to feel like life has softened around the edges.
The local area.
The surrounding area offers the kind of countryside lifestyle that makes Hampshire such a special place to return to. Owners can enjoy independent cafés, bakeries, farm shops, restaurants, boutique stores, local markets, vineyards, countryside pubs and fresh produce stalls, with Winchester and Alton nearby for wider amenities.
Nearby places.
Alresford
A beautiful Georgian market town with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and the charm of the Watercress Line.
Winchester
Historic, elegant and practical, Winchester offers restaurants, culture, retail, schools, events and direct rail connections to London.
South Downs National Park
Open countryside, walking routes, cycling, villages, viewpoints and a deeper sense of escape.
Alton and surrounding villages
Local services, countryside character and access to wider Hampshire life.
Slow weekends, wholesome days
From Hampshire Hills, owners can enjoy a wide range of local experiences tailored to a life well-lived.
Walking routes
Explore endless trails through the South Downs.
Cycling routes
Scenic paths for all levels of riders.
Vineyards & tasting
Award-winning English sparkling wines.
Farm shops
Fresh produce and local delicacies.
More Experiences
Jogging routes
Local markets
Tank driving
Marwell Zoo
Country pubs
Steam train journeys
Glider flying
Chocolate making
Spa’s and wellbeing
Boutique gyms
Historic houses
Jane Austen connections
Seasonal festivals
A unique journey from Waterloo
Travel to Hampshire Hills without a car and let the journey become part of the adventure. This short reel captures a memorable, almost storybook route: starting with a fast train from London Waterloo to Alton, then stepping across the platform to board a heritage steam train for a scenic ride through the Hampshire countryside along The Watercress Line. When the train arrives at Ropley Station, your escape truly begins – a gentle walk through the charming station and up a quiet country lane leads you straight to Hampshire Hills, where the pace slows and the landscape opens.
Getting here
By car
Hampshire Hills is within easy reach of London and the wider South East, making it ideal for weekend and short-stay use.
By train
Owners can reach Hampshire Hills from London without needing a car. Fast trains run from London Waterloo to Alton, where you can simply change platforms and step onto The Watercress Line for a slower, more characterful final leg through the Hampshire countryside. The heritage steam railway runs between Alton, Ropley and Alresford, turning the journey itself into part of the escape. Arrive at Ropley Station, then take the short walk up a country lane to Hampshire Hills. From city platform to countryside pause, the transition begins before you even arrive.
How to Find Us
Address:
Hampshire Hills, Bighton Hill, Sutton Wood Lane, Bighton, Nr. Alresford, Hampshire. SO24 9SG
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Directions:
From the A31, turn into Bighton Hill and continue up the hill. Cross the Watercress Historic Railway line and follow the road for approximately ¼ mile. Continue around the sharp right and then sharp left bend. The entrance to Hampshire Hills will be on your left after c. 400m.
Important note:
Please use Google Maps or Apple Maps to find us. We recommend not using the postcode alone with SatNav, as this may direct you to the wrong location.