Avington Estate near Winchester is a bucolic paradise

Avington Estate, near Winchester in England’s Itchen Valley, is presented as a quiet working estate with accommodations centered on a historic fishery. The property, restored by the Roach family after they bought it in 2020, sits a short ride from Winchester and about an hour from London. Guests can stay in Stillwaters House or in lakeside Shepherd’s Huts, described as luxury static units with amenities including a hob, fridge, Nespresso machine and a shower, plus views over the water. The huts include private jetties, a fire pit, and access to a log-burning hot tub. The converted fishery forms a wellness and activity area with multiple lakes, offering options such as rowing boats, cold-water swimming and a sauna. The grounds are open to visitors between 10am and 12pm for guided wandering through landscaped gardens. Nearby, the gastropub The Chestnut Horse in Easton is recommended in the article for dining.