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4 out of 5
St John's Croft
Blue Ball Hill, Winchester, England

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 263 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 263 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 263 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 263 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 263 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
The bed and breakfast was good. The room was large and warm. Nice big windows and a desk. The internet worked well. There could have been an improved TV and Remote. A few more teas, coffee and biscuits. A refreshed tray. The bathroom was large and nice as well. Three guests could have slept in the room. It had a couch and (2) chairs. Dottie and her daughter were very nice. I enjoyed my stay for (2) nights. Helen DeVries
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from N&D on 25 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review, there was a mix up and we did not refresh your room, so apologies for that. Normally we always do this daily for guests who stay more that 1 night.

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved its querkiness and creativity. And central location was a very big plus,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from N&D on 7 Apr 2024
Thank you for your appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from N&D on 24 Jan 2024
Thank you for your review.

6/10 Okay

shalini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Weekend get away
Really good location within walking distance to town. Beautiful property with lots of quirky features that added to character. Our hosts were really nice and had a good chat with Rosie during breakdown. I would say the only negative was the bed. I found it a bit too hard for my comfort level and struggled to sleep but it was only for one night so was ok ; )
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from N&D on 6 Feb 2024
Thank you for your review and we are going to be replacing this bed and mattress in the near future.

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from N&D on 6 Feb 2024
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from N&D on 11 Dec 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a fantastic location Parking was convenient The owners of the property were lovely and very accommodating Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from N&D on 11 Dec 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and hope to see you again.

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in a quiet spot with very helpful owners. Spacious room with everything you need. Rustic feel to the place with some interesting and curios decor. Good breakfast, though not a full English.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from N&D on 21 Nov 2023
Thank you for your appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at St. John's Croft! Such a dreamy setting for a very lovely home. Our room was gorgeous and had a beautiful view of the garden and town beyond. Zoe's breakfast was delicious! Winchester is one of my favorite places and I know we will be back--and now we have found the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from N&D on 17 Nov 2023
Thank you for your very much appreciated review and look forward to seeing you again.

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large unique room, comfortable pillows and bed. Strong cigarette smell downstairs. Friendly engaging staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from N&D on 14 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review.

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the double bed to be rather small and the mattress too firm for our liking but our room had an additional more comfortable single bed which we got made up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 3 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Bron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had absolutely no complaints except for the lack of en suite, although the bathroom was private and a short distance from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review.

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 12 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a city break
Lovely old grade 2 listed Georgian house with large rooms, comfortable furniture and beds and great hosts. We stayed for a night, meeting up in Winchester with a friend. Ideally placed - the hosts allowed me to park my car early so we could just walk in to the city centre less than 10 minutes away. Zoe cooked us a great breakfast on Sunday morning and provided gluten free food too. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 20 Oct 2023
Thanks very much for your review and hope you return one day.

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here and have to give a massive shoutout to Zoe who looked after us, cooked a fantastic breakfast each morning and was just a delight to speak to. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Winchester. Also recommend visiting Winchester Cathedral, taking a walk down the river Ichen to St Catherines hill and taking in stunning views of the City.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 20 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review, which was much appreciated by Zoe in particular.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from N&D on 10 Oct 2023
Thank you for your appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had an absolutely fantastic stay at St. John Croft! The room was beautifully decorated, and the attention to detail was evident in every corner of the house. The stunning view from my room left me in awe, and the lovely garden provided a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The owners were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the breakfast spread offered a delightful variety of options. I can't wait to return for another visit.Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 1 Oct 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 1 Oct 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with very friendly family. The breakfast was perfect too, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 1 Oct 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good old fashioned hospitality delivered informally.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 1 Oct 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our brief stay. Helpful and accommodating, fun talking with Nick and the other guests over a fresh cooked breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Something different
A lovely quirky house with lots of nooks and crannies. Our host couldn’t have been more accommodating. The room looked over a lovely garden and breakfast was plentiful. We had a private shower room but it was across the hall from the bedroom. However it didn’t detract from our enjoyment. The house is ideally placed for exploring Winchester.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 18 Sept 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot with nice folks. Just be aware your room may not have a shower and bathrooms, while private, are not necessarily attached to your room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for your appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, PITTSBURGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and hosts allowed us park on the property. Easy walk into Winchester. Building is currently undergoing renovation(exterior) so scaffolding on the road side. Slight one-time smell of what I imagine to vape pen and another briefly like traditional cigarette - otherwise rooms smell great, clean and nicely appointed. Host was even so kind to lend us a UK adapter for my US plugs because I forgot to buy one in town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for your appreciated review.

4/10 Poor

Brian

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy for Winchester city centre. It is an old house which is untidy and the kitchen where breakfast is served is messy. No real offers of breakfast food made and a begrudging attitude towards providing any type of hot food. I called out for attention twice during our stay. Once to enquire about breakfast food and then for dry towels. Nobody came. A poor attitude to customer service. Not recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 13 Sept 2023
So sorry that breakfast was a disappointment for you. We fully expect to provide cooked breakfast of eggs and bacon and/or smoked salmon and other guests had that when you were here. We specially got white bread for you as requested and Dotty was under the impression that you didn't want anything cooked, apologies for the communication errors.

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from N&D on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from N&D on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No ensuite
I hadn't realised the rooms were no ensuite, otherwise it's a nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from N&D on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review. St Johns Croft is a Grade 2* Listed building and the Conservation officer did not allow lavatories in the rooms, however the large rooms do have their own private bathrooms adjacent.

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
St Johns croft is a beautiful building with lovely gardens and views. Excellent location for exploring the historic city of Winchester. Dotty is a lovely host and was very helpful and accomodating. Our room was large and comfortable and we would definitely love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from N&D on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from N&D on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from N&D on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly outstanding
I love staying at St John's Croft. A lovely relaxed atmosphere within a beautiful family home. Always made to feel so welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from N&D on 29 Jul 2023
Thank you for much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from N&D on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodation, very friendly hosts. Shame about about the cigarette smoke wafting about the house
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from N&D on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you for your review, apologies for the smoke which is not normally in the house.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room with roll top bath. Listed building. Furniture in keeping. Good breakfast. Friendly owners. Parking on site. Short walk into Winchester near water mill.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from N&D on 3 Jul 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We received an excellent welcome from the proprietor and enjoyed our stay in a large family room. Breakfast was hearty and healthy. This listed building is ideally situated for walking into Winchester town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from N&D on 16 Jun 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was magical and the hosts were wonderful. We stayed in Room 1 and loved it. Wish we could have spent more time there!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from N&D on 12 Jun 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was quirky and very interesting in view of its age and cool owners. More like being at home than staying in a B and B. Would have preferred en suite but bathroom was for our use only. Lovely shower. Beds super comfy. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from N&D on 5 Jun 2023
Thank you for your appreciated review and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
cant fault The Croft
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from N&D on 29 May 2023
Thank you for your review.

8/10 Good

MARK

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Great Location
Great location, free parking available, great building, easy 10 min walk to centre of town. Bed rather hard - mattress needs replacing or a 'topper' adding. Bedroom decor a little tired. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from N&D on 25 May 2023
Thank you for your review.

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from N&D on 12 Jun 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from N&D on 25 May 2023
Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B and B and very traditional. Excellent location for access to the center of Winchester. We had to leave early so didn't get chance to sample the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from N&D on 18 May 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review.

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from N&D on 19 May 2023
Thank you and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A thoroughly enjoyable stay
I had am amazing stay at St John's Croft. I arrived to a very warm welcome, the room was stunning, the house and gardens absolutely lovely. In the morning I had a superb breakfast of fruit and yoghurt, bacon and egg cooked freshly in front of me on the Aga by Dotty who was thoroughly engaging.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from N&D on 14 May 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for Winchester. Good breakfast and friendly welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from N&D on 4 May 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated, by Mike, review.

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Well equipped large room in an excellent position to visit Winchester attractions. Good breakfast tailored to individual needs. Very friendly and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from N&D on 13 Apr 2023
Thank you for your much appreciated review and hope to see you again.

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from N&D on 30 Mar 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Helen Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home, comfortable, spacious room, warm duvet, clean bathroom and breakfasts that brought sunshine to my son. Highly recommended, we were reluctant to leave. Such an honour to stay in a grade II listed Queen Anne house just up the hill from the centre of Winchester. Being a former resident of Winchester, I would often cycle past this house as a teenager, little knowing the charm, warmth, peace and comfort that sat behind the beguiling façade. The house, situated partway up Blue Ball Hill, overlooks Winchester with stunning views of the Cathedral and the surroundings. Such a warm welcome on a cold March day, not only by Nick and Dotty’s son, but also by a warm house! (A British March was a bit of a shock from Singapore). Our room was spacious, clean, comfortable and peaceful; as my son said, it allowed us to both have our own space. We overlooked the garden and enjoyed the peace and calm of our refuge at the end of each busy day. Such a treat to have breakfast around a large farmhouse table in the spacious kitchen, warmed by an Aga. We were never alone, and our breakfast time was a highlight getting to know the Bengal bros (cats), chatting with our fellow guests, and watching the live feed of the Winchester Cathedral peregrines that had just started nesting. Thank you, Dotty, Nick, Ben and Fred for making our stay just special.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Response from N&D on 7 Apr 2023
Thank you very much for your superb review and it was a great pleasure for us to host you and your son. An updates on the peregrines, Winnie has just laid her fourth egg and all is well with them.

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant and ideally situated
Lovely B&B great building and central so easy for walking into the city. Friendly welcome apon arrival. We were able to access the room earlier than check in time. The room was clean, tidy, warm and beautifully decorated. The shower room was private but not en suite it was across the landing from the room. Robes were supplied to wear to walk from the room to the shower room. The bed was big and comfortable, pillows were soft. The view was lovely across the garden. The shower head was very low and we weren't able to adjust to make it higher as the fitment was broken. The sink in the shower room was small only big enough to wash hands really. The sink in the bedroom was big but had no plug in it. We weren't able to tell the owner as we didn't see her before we left. Plenty of tea and coffee in the room and a small jug of milk was provided. Breakfast was nice and fresh, only had eggs on toast as they had no bacon and niether of us like salmon. They offered to go bye more but it was easier just to have eggs and cereal tea and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from N&D on 20 Mar 2023
Thank you for your helpful and detailed review and we are glad that you liked your room, we have now replaced the shower fitting and put a plug in the sink - so thanks again for letting us know.