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South View House

A lush ½ acre tropical style garden in Hampshire featuring rare palms and themed zones inc a jungle clearing with fire pit, an arid section with drought tolerant exotics, courtyard garden, two themed ponds, and woodland area. The front garden blends cottage charm with bold exotic flair, creating a unique fusion of traditional and tropical styles.

Owner Info

  • James & Victoria Greenshields
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House
South View House

About South View House

Both front and rear spaces have been designed with many low maintenance measures in mind and include many practical and bite-sized ideas that can be recreated in your own garden.

The front garden, approached from a long gravel drive which leads up to the house and is
edged with topiary, includes a topiary knot garden featuring box and yew hedging contrasting with grey slate. A combination of traditional cottage style mixed with hardy exotic plants creates a beautiful fusion harking back to the Victoria plant hunters. The woodland garden is tucked under a mature yew tree and contains a mix of seasonal bulbs and various exotic style plants plants.

When you enter through a gate to the rear of the property you are instantly transported to a tropical paradise. You are greeted by a shallow pond which was installed in early 2020 to introduce running water and attract diverse wildlife, is surrounded by lush green planting and beautiful palms.

There is a large, well-kept, a grass path meandering through an arid section with tall Italian Cypresses giving height and a sense of journey.

This also leads to the Georgian style summerhouse which features a hot tub and sauna. The patio area, which backs on to the rear of the house, has ample seating for socialising. An area in which friends can truly relax and escape from the day.

Other areas to explore include the enclosed courtyard garden, the jungle style fire pit area, a chicken coop area as well as a greenhouse. An arid style dry border planted with drought tolerant plants.

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South View House features

Location details

South View House,
60 South Road,
Waterlooville,
Hampshire,
PO8 0EP

Directions to South View House
From N A3 towards Horndean, R at T-junction to r’about. From S A3, B2149 to Horndean, continue on A3 N to r'about, 1st exit onto Downwood Way, 3rd L into South Rd. House is 3rd on R. Roadside parking.

South View House openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments & plants in aid of Royal Surrey Charity.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 13:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments & plants in aid of Royal Surrey Charity.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access to garden via a gravel drive on a gentle slope.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at South View House at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at South View House, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at South View House are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. South View House seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.