FAQ’S
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anywhere to eat nearby?
The village pub provides limited food options, best to ask on arrival. The Lion Pub is just over a mile away and does excellent food. There is a very good Indian restaurant, The Pink Olive, 1.5miles away. There are more options in the surrounding villages and central Andover.
What time can I arrive?
We do not have a 24-hour check in service. We ask guests to arrive between 5pm and 7pm. If these times do not work for you then please get in touch and we can make arrangements to give you access at a mutually convenient time.
Is there parking?
We have a large courtyard, and every room will have a space for one car to park for free. If you are coming in more than one car, a large vehicle or have a trailer, please make us aware and we will try and accommodate you.
Are there any walks nearby?
There are many footpaths locally and we can point you in the right direction. If you want more extensive walking, then a short drive away is Salisbury Plain, with its miles of tracks and paths or Collingbourne Woods, which is known for its carpet of beautiful bluebells in the spring.
I need access to a fridge and microwave, is that possible?
Please let us know and we can arrange access for both of those. If you need cutlery or crockery, we can also provide those on request.
Is there any space outside of my room to use?
Yes, we have a sitting room that you are welcome to use. There is also an outside table and chairs if the weather is nice.
Are pets allowed?
Sadly, we do not allow any pets at Cleaver Cottage.
Is there WiFi available?
Yes, we have free internet. This currently runs at circa 30MB, so is enough to watch on your tablet, play games or do important work.
Can I come and go as I please?
Absolutely. We will provide you with a room key and a key for the main door. During your stay, there are no restrictions on access, if coming back late please enter quietly so as not to disturb our other guests.
What other amenities are there?
You have tea and coffee making facilities in your room. There is hanging space for your clothes and in most rooms, a chest of draws. You will be provided with towels. In the shower room there will be; hand wash, body wash and hand cream. Plugs are also available for chargers. There are also a couple of hair dryers on the landing for guests to use. Please ask if you need an iron/board as this is also available.
Disability access
There are external steps down to our entrance door and all our bedrooms are up one flight of stairs on the first floor.
Can I park a motorbike?
Our parking area is primarily gravel, and previous guests have been comfortable parking motorbikes on the surface. However, we do have a small area of hard standing if required.
Can I store my bicycle securely?
We have some rails that you can lock your bike against. If required, we can provide storage in a locked building.
Can I book rooms next door to each other?
Please call us when booking if this is a requirement. Our rooms run along the building in the following order: Stables, Tack Room, Wine Cellar, Shed, Greenhouse.