The Great Decoy gallery Gallery
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We think you'll love
- The air-conditioned bedrooms, full of colour and thoughtful touches
- The unpretentious bar — candlelight, ancient beams, and a good mix of locals and diners
- Setting off on foot into the North Wessex Downs, right from the front door
You should know
- Some rooms are on the compact side — book 5, 6 or 7 for more space and a super-king bed
- Front-facing rooms overlook the A343; secondary glazing helps but there's some traffic noise at peak times
- Dogs are welcome, but only in the two garden cottage rooms
Chickpea have worked their magic on this old coaching inn, restoring its fortunes following a six-month refurbishment, creating cosy bedrooms above the rambling bar and dining spaces, all beams, warm hues, and winter fires. There's a super courtyard for summer sipping, seasonal menus of hearty pub food cooked well, and some fabulous local walks – explore the Test Valley or the Hampshire Downs.
David
Sawday's Inspector