10 Top-Rated Ranches in South East England, England

June 12, 2023 Chanda Heide

Discover the best Ranches in South East England, England including The Queens Head, The Red Barn, Meon Springs, The Artisan Bakehouse, Sopley Lake Yurt Camp, Farringford Self Catering Holiday Cottages, Fords Farm, West Standen Farm, Feather Down Midgham Farm, Feather Down Sunninglye Farm.
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1. The Queens Head

26 Church Road, Oxford OX33 1RU England
Excellent
48%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
5%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 42 reviews

The Queens Head

The Queen's Head is a traditional village pub, based in the lovely village of Horspath, Oxford. With real ales, big range of other beverages, food served from 12 noon till 3 and 5 til 9pm, (Sunday's 12-3). We have 5 en suite letting rooms, a children's play area, car park, outside seating, darts, pool, aunt sally, poker, occasional live music, and a very friendly welcome, come along and see us!

Lovely friendly village pub with great rooms and food

Reviewed By gedder2014

We were made very welcome by Jason and his team who are all super friendly, we had drinks in the bar frequented by locals who were all easy to chat with. Our room was spotless and comfortable we slept very well for the two nights we were there, we were extremely comfortable and cozy. The Thai food is exceptional, reallly authentic home cooked from scratch by their Thai chef, it really was delicious. We would highly recommend staying here the staff are great, rooms are very clean and well equipped, free parking and an excellent restaurant. We will make this our go to place for our frequent trips to Oxford. Thanks for a very pleasant stay Jason and staff ?

2. The Red Barn

The Barn Blackwater Hollow, Rookley PO38 3NL England
Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 37 reviews

The Red Barn

Large stone barn specifically converted for use by disabled visitors. Five profiling electric beds, two wet rooms, accessible throughout, including gardens and decking area. Centrally heated. Free wi-fi. Luxurious accommodation throughout with no expense spared for comfort. TV/DVD players in living area and all downstairs bedrooms, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble drier, etc. Hot tub hire available on request. Beautiful, unspoiled rural location set back half a mile from road, overlooking farmland and woodland, but within ten minutes car journey to main market town of Newport. Red squirrels feed at door. Lots of photography opportunities. Two electric riser/recliner chairs, shower chair and many more items of equipment for disabled visitors. Everything is here for our guests, regardless of their specific needs, but the emphasis is on accessible luxury. See what others say in our reviews!

Red Barn

Reviewed By Matt W

Weve had the most wonderful holiday. Sarah has looked after us fantastic and been very understanding and welcoming. The accommodation is perfectly suited for anyone with disabilities and a true pleasure to stay in. When we arrived we was greeted with fresh bread and eggs from the chickens. The location is nice and rural with very close proximity to the major supermarkets in the nearby Newport. Thank you again to sarah for what a marvellous job she does. We cant wait to come back next year Matt Voyage Care

3. Meon Springs

Whitewool Farm, East Meon GU32 1HW England
Excellent
85%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 363 reviews

Meon Springs

Nestled in the South Downs National Park amid the rolling hills of the Meon Valley lies one of Hampshire's best kept secrets. Six authentic Mongolian yurts and six traditionally-built shepherd's huts provide all the excitement of outdoor living with all the luxury of indoor comforts. The yurts are perfect for families looking for a glamping holiday in the Hampshire countryside each equipped with a wood burning stove, electric lights and power points for your creature comforts. Our four cosy shepherd's huts, located alongside our fishing lakes at Meon Springs Fly Fishery, are perfect for couples, anglers or individuals looking for a rural retreat.

Family celebration

Reviewed By JoMead

We had the best weekend as a family of 10 (aged from 28 to 80) celebrating my sister’s 50th birthday. We stayed in the Shepherds Huts, close by the fishing lakes and had a glorious three days, including a half day trout fishing tuition and a half day clay pigeon shooting. Greg (the manager) is very approachable and made sure the weekend suited our needs as (mostly) novices. We caught 8 enormous trout which fed us over two days with plenty of leftovers to take home! Thanks to instructors, Keith, Mark and Graham for your patience and expertise in teaching us. Followed the circular walk incorporating the South Downs Way, to East Meon,and the Izaac Walton pub on Sunday, which we’d also recommend. Excellent time had by all.

4. The Artisan Bakehouse

1-3 Horsebridge Cottage Horsebridge Common Horsebridge Common, Ashurst BN44 3AL England
Excellent
97%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 203 reviews

The Artisan Bakehouse

Beautiful 16th Century Sussex Farmhouse set in 5 acres of pretty gardens and woodland. Offering two newly renovated self-catering holiday cottages Kingsize beds, luxury bathrooms, cosy log fires & deep armchairs in the winter, a heated outdoor pool to swim in, or relax by with a book in the summer. Relaxation treatments available from visiting therapists. Resident chickens & ducks to feed and lots of other wildlife to spot. Parents will appreciate the tasteful luxurious cottage interiors and thoughtful added extras from homemade jams, freshly baked breads & cakes, babysitting and plentiful baby gear; whilst mini guests make the most of exploring. The onsite Bakehouse offers baking classes & a pop up cafe serving delicious handmade lunches and afternoon teas with local seasonal produce. Set in a secluded rural ideal on the edge of the beautiful South Downs National Park yet just 5 minutes from the pretty vibrant village of Steyning and beaches within 10 minutes too!

Wonderful Introduction to Bread Making

Reviewed By SMEH63

This was a perfect course in a lovely environment with delicious lunch and snacks. We came away filled with enthusiasm for baking fired by Les and a car filled with the wonderful aroma of freshly baked bread. We so enjoyed meeting our fellow bakers and the lovely team at The Artisan Bakehouse. It was really a special day and the perfect way to mark my sister’s birthday.

5. Sopley Lake Yurt Camp

Derritt Lane, Sopley BH23 7AZ England
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 168 reviews

Sopley Lake Yurt Camp

Sopley Lake Yurt Camp has been the leading UK glamping destination since opening in 2011. Five yurts on four sites, all beautifully decorated with furnishings from North Africa across Asia to the Far East. The yurts are incredibly cosy and warm up in no time once the wood burner is lit on the coldest of nights. Each yurt has private facilities from a hot shower, flushing loo, BBQ area, camp fire and fully equipped cooking station. The location is perfect (Pubs within walking distance), lakeside views abundant with wild fowl and fish, close to the New Forest National Park (cycling, horse-riding, pubs) and the beaches near Bournemouth and Christchurch. Surrounded by PYO fields (seasonal fruit and veg available) and fresh farm produce delivered to your yurt fridge for your arrival. All part of our dedicated service and desire to give you the best glamping experience possible.

The Love Yurt

Reviewed By 650deeh

We have just returned from a belated Christmas gift from my partner. It was lovely to get away for a couple of night. Beds we're comfy, yurt and showers clean. Very peaceful with the birds and owl. Easy walking distance to 3 pubs. Took our 2 dogs, so very dog friendly which is a must for us.

6. Farringford Self Catering Holiday Cottages

Bedbury Lane, Freshwater PO40 9PE England
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 70 reviews

Farringford Self Catering Holiday Cottages

Our stylish & welcoming self-catering holiday cottages are the ideal holiday destination, and the perfect base from which to enjoy and explore the beautiful Isle of Wight. Equipped with every comfort from home all of our cottages are available to let throughout the year.

Weekend Away

Reviewed By 360kellieh

We have just returned from an absolutely wonderful weekend at Farringford Cottages. We stayed in Alfred 5 with our 2 children and 3 dogs. The cottage was gorgeous and very clean. Everything that you needed was there. It was lovely to have an enclosed garden. We will definitely be returning again soon.

7. Fords Farm

Ford Farm The Street, Wallingford OX10 6HU England
Excellent
90%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 68 reviews

Fords Farm

Country cottage in South Oxfordshire

Reviewed By Flyer05271257769

This is our last night at Beech cottage after 16 nights . Been here whilst we wait to move to our new home and what a delight it has been. Although we are local to Ox10 we just didn’t know what the area offers from the local pub , walks and views etc The cottage has 2 beautiful kingsize bedrooms , 1 upstairs and 1 downstairs with en-suite all beautifully decorated . The kitchen is fully equipped with essentials as in dishwasher and washer dryer , and all home from home needs . Marlene is so welcoming just as her dog Rosie … thoroughly recommend short or long stays plenty to see in the surrounding area , thanks again

8. West Standen Farm

West Standen Farm Blackwater Road, Newport PO30 3BD England
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
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Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 27 reviews

West Standen Farm

What an amazing place!

Reviewed By Leukonoe

We stayed in the beautiful carriage house for 2 nights over the early May Bank Holiday weekend and could not recommend it more. The location is fantastic - everything on the island is in easy reach, the farm is just a stone's throw out of Newport, but feels completely remote, and the views are magnificent. The accommodation is wonderful - comfy beds, plenty of space, and so many lovely touches - we adored the flowers, cake and prosecco that awaited us on arrival! Sally and Edwin were so kind and let our children help with the morning feeding round - lambs, ponies, chickens, pigs and goats on their doorstep made our little ones so happy. We cannot wait to return - for the perfect family holiday stay on the IOW, look no further!

9. Feather Down Midgham Farm

Midgham, New Forest National Park Hampshire, Fordingbridge England
Excellent
75%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 68 reviews

Feather Down Midgham Farm

Midgham Farm was the 2016 Prima Baby award-winning Feather Down representative. Its woodland has been in the family since 1790, and today on the farm, ponies live alongside pigs and piglets, alpacas, 3 goats, 2 bunnies, and lambs. Pony grooming is a great activity for horse-loving youngsters, and can be booked with the farmer on arrival. Children will also love the rope swings and climbing ropes plus all the sand pits with sit-on diggers. Just a 15 minute walk away, a long stretch of the River Avon is reserved for guests booking fly fishing (15 April to 30 Sept) or coarse fishing (15 June to 15 March), which can be arranged on the farm. The river is also a wonderful place to swim or paddle. Relax at tents or log cabins spread out on the forest floor, with hammocks between the trees and lots of light coming through the canopy. For the energetic, there’s archery and axe throwing available across the wood.

Damp soggy good outdoors fun!

Reviewed By joannaf888

We had a lovely 4 day stay with our 2 young children who absolutely adored it! From the chickens to the ponies, to the goats - all lovely fresh air outdoors fun. I felt sorry for the chickens with my son constantly furking around for eggs under their bottoms - despite the fact we have our own chickens so it was hardly a novelty! Being in the woods, the tents are very dark - you are given oil lamps and candles which help, but we should have brought some battery operated night lights for when the children woke in the night. A lovely, safe, base - we didn't feel we had to constantly watch the children as long as they were in earshot. Sammy and her family were kind and welcoming

10. Feather Down Sunninglye Farm

Bell Yews Green, Royal Tunbridge Wells England
Excellent
73%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Feather Down Sunninglye Farm

Sunninglye Farm is nestled on the Kent / Sussex border among the rolling hills of the High Weald, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It’s just 27 miles from the M25 and only 40 minutes from the coast. Surrounded by woodland on all but one side, Sunninglye has seven Feather Down tents within a shady hilltop copse. Each tent faces outwards with views across the surrounding fields and woodland, ideal for a glamping family holiday in Kent. Visitors are always pleasantly surprised by the peacefulness of the setting, and younger children are free to climb and swing and play safely among the trees near the tent. The older ones might like to explore the farm while attempting to conquer the Sunninglye Challenge, a farm trail which combines fun with education and will occupy them for a good couple of hours.

A genuine cut above

Reviewed By Barrymc78

Wonderful setting...cosy tents...roaring campfire... if you can’t relax in this place you’re beyond therapeutic help.. second time my family have been lucky enough to stay and it has always exceeded expectations. Excellent hosts who go out of their way to make you welcome and comfortable.. animals friendly, especially Norman and Nutmeg... brilliant fun to be had at the boating pond...lots of food options to be purchased like bbq and breakfast packs. A perfect place to stay, we love it.

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