The Poacher Inn

Alton Road, Hook, RG29 1RP, United Kingdom
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The Poacher Inn

Scored 7
7.0
Rated good
Good
208 reviews

Featuring a bar, The Poacher Inn features accommodations in Hook. This 2-star bed and breakfast offers daily room service, a shared lounge, and free Wifi. The bed and breakfast has private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. At the property, there is an family-friendly restaurant serving British cuisine as well as vegetarian options. You can play darts at the bed and breakfast. A children's playground is also available at The Poacher Inn, while guests can also relax in the garden. Jane Austen's House Museum is 8.3 miles from the accommodation, while Frensham Great Pond and Common is 12 miles from the property. Southampton Airport is 30 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest review summary
Guests enjoyed the <b>convenient location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b> at The Poacher Inn. The bar was also well-received. However, guests expressed concern about <b>shower comfort</b> and had mixed feelings about room and <b>bed comfort</b>. <b>Breakfast</b> received varied feedback, with some guests noting it was not available.
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Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.3
Free Wifi
7.0
Low score for Hook

Host Info

Company review score: 9Based on 19,722 reviews from 37 properties
37 managed properties

Company info

This property has recently been taken over by Jon who has migrated south from Manchester, Jon and his wife Jayne have over 40 years experience in the hospitality business and taking over such a beautiful pub is a dream realised for them. The team in the pub are all local to the area so can give you some top tips on what to do with your time here if you don't have plans already. The idea is to offer a real country escape, think roaring fires, real ales, comfortable bedrooms and a hearty English breakfast, add this to the stunning Hampshire countryside that is available for you to explore and what more do you need? In today's fast paced life this property is the ideal escape.

Property info

Located in the small village of South Warnborough and just 15 minutes from the home of Jane Austen, is The Poacher Inn. Free Wi-Fi is available and a large garden with a children’s play area features at this hotel. Guests can enjoy a traditional pub menu in the restaurant & bar and enjoy a nightcap in front of the roaring fire. Breakfast is served in the The Poacher's Inn's traditionally furnished dining room. Free parking is available and the historic market town of Alton and its rail station are just a 10-minute drive away. Watercress Line heritage railway can be reached after a 15-minute drive. The home of Gilbert White in the nearby village of Selborne is only 20 minutes away. A TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer are included in each room which have been recently refurbished to give you that real country escape feel.

Neighborhood info

Located in the small village of South Warnborough and just 15 minutes from the home of Jane Austen, is The Poacher Inn. Take the 45 minute scenic drive to visit Stonehenge. Watercress Line heritage railway can be reached after a 15-minute drive. The home of Gilbert White in the nearby village of Selborne is only 20 minutes away.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Poacher Inn

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker