We stayed with John for one night as we were in Winchester for a wedding. John is a wonderful host and even came to the coach station to meet us. The room (Yellow Room) was large. It was a real treat to sit in the sunshine and watch a local cricket game over the castle wall while sipping our tea... More

Our second visit to stay with John and enjoy his comfortable and friendly home, his conversation and his breakfasts. From our favourite room we could look our on Wolvesey Castle from the pillow, the cathedral is less than 10 minutes away even at our geriatric pace and a familly of wagtails feeding their babies by the nearby stream added to... More

There is nothing to compare with a comfortable night's sleep in someone else's home and sharing a good yarn over an excellent breakfast with a genial host. So much better than an impersonal hotel! John Holder is a cultured gentleman who enjoys good conversation in a sunny breakfast room. I would not think of staying anywhere else in Winchester. The... More

Wolvesey View was a wonderful place to stay while we visited Winchester. Our host, John, was a wonderful help with directions, suggestions, and even taking the time to walk and talk with us about the city he loves. Breakfasts were a great treat and included good conversation as well as good food. Our room - The Blue Room - was... More

My sister and I spent three nights at Wolvesley View in April 2012 and found it to be a comfortable, warm and friendly place to stay. John is an expert on Winchester, was our guide for a day (no charge), recommended restaurants, and cooks a great breakfast! We stayed in the blue room, which was comfortabe and roomy with lots... More

John, who runs the Wintonian, is a friendly host. The B&B is ideally situated for exploring Winchester. The accommodation is warm and homely. John also cooks a delightful breakfast and has always accommodated my veggie and wheat free diet. The Wintonian is not glamorous or luxurious, but it is good value for money in an expensive city, and the relaxed... More

Stayed for 2 nights after reading reviews on here.. We were not disappointed as it proved to be a welcoming place to stay. John is clearly enjoying his role as host and is very approachable for any tips for sights and restaurants. Very close to centre and the parking is a bonus.

We recently stayed at Wolvesey View and the stay was fantastic. John made us feel very welcome and couldnt do enough to help! The breakfast was amazing and the location of the property is close the pubs and nightlife in Winchester, yet has a really great view of the back of the Cathedral........... Highly recommended and very competitively priced.......!!

We have stayed with John on several occasions and, whenever we visit Winchester, he is the first person we contact for overnight accommodation. He is always warm and friendly and his breakfasts are both excellent and sociable. The location is perfect - almost everything is within walking distance and the added bonus is parking. I would recommend this place to... More