Owl’s Perch - Otium Wine Estate is the place to start if you want to understand the whole Otium story. Set on an 80-acre Hampshire estate near Selborne, Otium was born when its owners swapped London for the South Downs. They started to plant Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier in 2021, and set out to make traditional-method sparkling wine from ancient sandstone soils. Their first release is due in 2026, which makes a stay here feel a little like getting in early on something exciting.
The cottage itself is one of four restored oak-barn conversions, with a log burner, roll-top bath, rainfall shower and a private balcony over the vines. Add lakes, walking trails and dog-friendly pubs nearby, and this is an easy sell for romantics, walkers and English wine obsessives.
9.7 exceptional
Price from:
$ 199 / night
