Log Cabins & Lodges in Winchester

The peaceful town of Winchester embraces its captivating history with museums full of medieval relics and streets lined with beautiful architecture. A delightful compact and cosy town, with leafy, walkable suburbs, wherever you rent a cabin in Winchester, you will be within easy reach of the pedestrianised town centre. Consider also the lovely villages just outside the town, such as Twyford.

Winchester’s impossibly cosy cabins are just exploding with character! Find your ideal home away from home snuggled in the rolling green hills surrounding Winchester or in its verdant suburbs and inviting direct access to the town’s natural and man-made delights, with lovely gardens and the most welcoming of interiors. Lodges in the town are the perfect getaway for romantic couples and small groups.

Fine dining and Winchester go hand in hand, with the Michelin starred restaurant the Black Rat being the biggest draw for foodies. Their renowned menu is seasonal, showcasing local produce from their kitchen garden and a relaxed and informal atmosphere. For a British classic in a quintessentially English building, head to the multiple-award winning Chesil Rectory, a romantic venue serving gourmet Modern British cuisine. Or for a change of pace, try the Sushi and Sashimi at Kyoto Kitchen, which offers authentic Japanese cuisine.

Winchester is situated at the western end of the South Downs Way, a 150-kilometre path extending parallel with the south coast. The trail kicks off at Winchester City Mill on the River Itchen and takes you on a hiking adventure past rugged cliffs, rolling hills, ancient forests, picturesque villages, and heather-covered plains. A source of inspiration that will rejuvenate your mind, body and soul!

Visiting Highclere Castle is like travelling back in time. It is a majestic English Castle made famous for its location in the TV series Downton Abbey, which draws fans of the show flock from far and wide to take a fascinating tour of the sets so familiar to them. Not a fan of the show? Regardless, a stroll through the state rooms of this magnificent Victorian building is a great pleasure, and the extensive gardens and grounds are simply wonderful.

On the second and last Sunday of every month, in the shadow of the magnificent Winchester Cathedral, the UK's largest farmers market is held. Products as diverse as buffalo meat, Hampshire honey, and local watercress or all available here, as well as local arts and crafts for those looking to pick up a souvenir.

Winchester City Museum was one of the first purpose-built museums outside London, and today it showcases must-see exhibits such as the Winchester Model, a wonderfully detailed model of the town as it looked in Victorian times, dioramas with scenes from life in the town at different phases in its long past, and even Roman artefacts such as mosaics, glassware, and figurines.

Founded way back in 1382, Winchester College is the oldest continuously running school in the UK. Visits are available by guided tour. Held year-round at specific times each day, they take you around the medieval heart of the College such as the Chamber Court and 14th century Gothic Chapel.

Award-winning Marwell Zoo, a short drive from Winchester, recreates a slice of Africa in the English countryside. From giraffes to tigers to elephants, all living a natural habitat, Marwell makes for an unmissable day out for all the family.

Winchester City Mill is one of the very few urban working corn mills still in operation. Harnessing the energy of the fast-flowing River Itchen, the water mill was built over 250 years ago and is now used for grinding flour. Tour the facility and enjoy the flour milling and baking demonstrations, including opportunities for the children to bake their own delicious treats!

The 3-kilometre Keats’ Walk through Winchester takes you on a journey of discovery through many of the town's most interesting landmarks, and showcases why famous English romantic poet, John Keats, was so inspired by the natural beauty of Winchester.

When you step into the huge Winchester Cathedral you step back through fifteen centuries of ecclesiastical English history. Discover the gorgeous, illuminated Winchester Bible, 11th-century wall paintings, ancient carvings, and the awesome majesty of this incredible building.