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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Horsebridge
  • Place, River Test
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Southampton Cruise Terminal
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.

A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels a\nd Wi-Fi included. Enclosed garden with garden furniture. Ample parking. No smoking.. This wonderful property truly must be experienced firsthand. A labour of love by the owner, who lives in the original station building, this fully renovated 1922 railway carriage offers a unique and memorable holiday retreat for up to four guests. Combining modern design with authentic historic charm, the carriage features an inviting open-plan living space with a comfortable sofa, two armchairs, a TV, and a fully equipped kitchen—perfect for preparing meals at your leisure. Both bedrooms are beautifully furnished with new bedding, feather-filled duvets and pillows, and each includes its own en-suite shower room. The living area’s lighting fixtures are elegant touches inspired by the iconic Orient Express, adding a dash of glamour to your stay.

Horsebridge Station was once a stop on the historic Sprat and Winkle railway line, giving the carriage its name and character. Step outside onto the patio furnished for four, where you can relax and soak in the serene atmosphere, feeling as if the train has paused just for you.

The location offers plenty of opportunities for exploration and enjoyment. Just a short stroll away is a charming local pub, ideal for enjoying hearty meals and refreshing drinks before or after a scenic walk. Nature lovers will appreciate the famous Test Way footpath that runs close by, following the gentle course of the River Test—renowned for its trout fishing and tranquil beauty. The surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, cycling, or simply unwinding amid peaceful landscapes.

Guests will appreciate ample parking and the spacious garden, which covers two and a half acres and is a recent addition to the National Garden Scheme. It’s a safe, open space for dogs to run freely, and the property is home to a friendly Labrador and two cats, adding to the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re staying for a weekend or a week or more, The Sprat and Winkle Railway Carriage promises an unforgettable escape steeped in history and countryside charm.

Free WiFi



You can view a floor plan of Sprat & Winkle here. https://www.awaze.co.uk/assets/Floor_Plan_M555057.pdfn

There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.

No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Stockbridge

Stockbridge is home to this cottage. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Dunwood Manor Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World and Frankie's Fun Factory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Thruxton Kart Centre or Thruxton Circuit.
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Horsebridge

What's nearby

  • River Test - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Forest National Park - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 26 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Stonehenge - 38 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Romsey Mottisfont and Dunbridge Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound on the Test - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hoxton Bakehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. on 4 January 2027 start from NZ$360, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A truly beautiful train conversion, a stone’s throw from the River Test. located?

Situated in Stockbridge, this cottage is steps from River Test and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Mottisfront Abbey and Gardens. Farley Mount Country Park and Danebury Iron Age Hillfort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Bernadine Warner

Very peaceful surroundings.

Very peaceful surroundings. Lovely walks including the old Sprat and Winkle railway line. Appreciated the milk, bread, butter, coffee etc. The owners are lovely people and very welcoming. Not far to visit other areas such as Winchester and New Forest. By the way we found the beds very comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Had a lovely break, our 2 year old loved being in and around the train and it was spacious for our f

Had a lovely break, our 2 year old loved being in and around the train and it was spacious for our family of 4. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Surprisingly and amazingly spacious and comfortable.

Surprisingly and amazingly spacious and comfortable. Very well equipped and in a beautiful location. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Superb.

Superb. I would highly recommend. So relaxing. A truly amazing experience. Great hosts. Great welcome pack. Must be experienced. We will be going back Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul

A special place to stay.

A special place to stay. A warm and friendly welcome. Some gorgeous countryside. A great place to relax. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan

We spent an idyllic week at the Sprat & Winkle.

We spent an idyllic week at the Sprat & Winkle. The carriage has been extremely well converted & the little extras like bread butter & jam were very welcome. The owners were friendly & helpful. Good food was available at the local pub within short walking distance. We will return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An absolutely fantastic place for children who love trains.

An absolutely fantastic place for children who love trains. Super hosts who made us very welcome Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely place

A relaxing stay in a unique location a beautiful area. The owner, Tony, was very welcoming & gave good advice for places to eat. The train was lovely; very well equipped and nicely converted. I was disappointed however to find that communications with the owners were not passed on by HomeAway even though this was how I was told to communicate with them. Fortunately it didn’t matter too much, but it might have done in different circumstances. The only negative comment I could mention is that the railway carriage is not as private as we thought and there were restrictions as to where we could go. For example the station platform area in front of the main house was out of bounds. Also there is another little cottage on the platform that was occupied and restricted our use of that area too. As it happened the residents were discreet & friendly, but still, this isn’t mentioned in the description. Overall I would highly recommend this delightful one-of-a-kind accommodation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Excellent accommodation and location; very quiet and relaxing with immediate access to footpaths and

Excellent accommodation and location; very quiet and relaxing with immediate access to footpaths and cycle paths to local pubs, village and national trust properties. Nearby Stockbridge is a lovely town with butcher, deli, pubs, cafes, and shops (note that on Mondays most shops are closed). The train carriage is very nicely furnished and well equipped. Heating and air conditioning were a real bonus and parking on site was very convenient. The gardens were beautiful and peaceful, we loved the tranquil days, and dark skies for star gazing at night. Our hosts were very welcoming and we enjoyed the swing, table tennis and BBQ - nothing was too much trouble, thank you Val for making us feel so welcome. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We spent a lovely few days in a converted railway carriage which was a unique place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

We loved this.

We loved this. We came for christmas, just to get away, with our kids and our dog. The carriage is really lovely, beautifully done inside and with fantastic bedrooms and bathrooms. Our slight fears that it might be bit cold (it IS a railway carriage after all) were completely wrong, there's super efficient heating and hot water. The setting is really beautiful and maintained incredibly well. Went on some long walks along a multitude of footpaths and enjoyed discovering the local towns and landscape. Really, a lovely place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

We loved this.

We loved this. We came for christmas, just to get away, with our kids and our dog. The carriage is really lovely, beautifully done inside and with fantastic bedrooms and bathrooms. Our slight fears that it might be bit cold (it IS a railway carriage after all) were completely wrong, there's super efficient heating and hot water. The setting is really beautiful and maintained incredibly well. Went on some long walks along a multitude of footpaths and enjoyed discovering the local towns and landscape. Really, a lovely place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Wonderful place in a great location.

Wonderful place in a great location. Peaceful, well equipped and quirky. We loved it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Quiet, quaint and relaxing.

Quiet, quaint and relaxing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great weekend it was like stepping back in time, friendly owners quite location, good for walking al

Great weekend it was like stepping back in time, friendly owners quite location, good for walking alone the old line and we found a pub in Kings Somborne The Crown Inn that did very good food. We do plan to visit again maybe when the weather is better for walking more.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique!!

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Superb stay in clean, well appointed accommodation.

Superb stay in clean, well appointed accommodation. Warm welcome and beautiful location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

L

Lovely setting in a fantastic location, the carriage was well fitted out with high quality equipment throughout With such a rural location you have to go a little way to find any shops etc but that was a minor inconvenience Stockbridge is a delightful place to visit and shop/eat
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

The carriage and location were amazing, looked just as they did in the photos, perfect, quiet, beaut

The carriage and location were amazing, looked just as they did in the photos, perfect, quiet, beautiful, carriage had everything we needed, comfy beds, parking, would definitely recommended.

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