Kate and Mark's place was a real find for a group of traveling "Jane Austen groupies". Tucked up into the hills behind ancient Chawton House, we found this hidden gem easily with their clear instructions.

Once the gardener's cottage for the main House, its abundant garden shares an ornate iron gate with Chawton House's walled rose and stone fruit orchard.

Set on 3 acres of lovingly cared for and lush gardens, we loved strolling the fragrant great outdoors and interacting with their two friendly pooches. A wonderful time for us to and literally stop and smell the roses.

Mark and Kate's friendliness shown through and they welcomed us into their home graciously. Our group was served a beautiful, fuller-than-full English breakfast in an octagonal sun-dappled morning room on beautiful tableware.

Definitely a highlight of our girls trip!

We stayed here after attending a relative’s medieval-themed wedding nearby, and it couldn’t have been a better choice! The property and garden are absolutely beautiful – peaceful surroundings and a really charming atmosphere that fit perfectly with the whole weekend.

The hosts were incredibly welcoming and warm. I completely misread the listing and didn’t realise breakfast was included – so it was a lovely surprise! Even more impressive, they were super accommodating despite the short notice, making sure the vegan and vegetarian guests in our group were well looked after.

A really lovely stay – would happily return and highly recommend!

My stay was so lovely there. The suite was beautiful, the breakfast was delicious, and the hosts were wonderful. And the fact that it was once part of Jane Austen’s brother’s estate made it even more special for me.

Had a wonderful stay with Mark and Kate at the Chawton Gardener's House! Was the perfect place to start our Jane Austen tour. The house is gorgeously decorated! Mark was a personable and attentive host. Heartily recommend staying! Breakfast cooked by Kate was fantastic, too, a true B&B! Thank you so much!!