Key Features
- Property code: B297
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Moonfleet Cottage is a comfortable holiday home full of character and charm in a peaceful location, yet within easy travelling distance of local amenities. Situated on a small private track and surrounded by gardens teeming with birds and other wildlife, the cottage offers a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Downstairs are two separate sitting rooms, one with a woodburning stove, for cosy out of season stays. The well-equipped kitchen boasts an Aga and has a useful utility room off, and there is a comfortable dining room overlooking the rear garden plus a large study/play room. Four upstairs bedrooms, two with en suite shower rooms, and a family bathroom complete the accommodation for up to eight guests.
The beautiful New Forest National Park is within a short walk, with miles of forest and heathland to explore - enjoy walking, cycling or horse riding amongst the free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys. The nearby Georgian market town of Lymington, with its bustling High Street, alleyways and courtyards, is home to a variety of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. The ancient charter market lines the High Street every Saturday and is a must visit, with a wide selection of stalls and crafts. The cobbles at the bottom of the main street lead down to the Quay, where fishing boats still offload their daily catch, and is a great spot for crabbing and watching the world go by. The small ferry port takes you to Yarmouth on The Isle of Wight, just a 30 minute trip across The Solent, and the branch line allows rail access to Brockenhurst and beyond, enabling you to explore the beaches, towns and villages that this beautiful area of the south coast has to offer.
Key Features
- Property code: B297
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Moonfleet Cottage is a comfortable holiday home full of character and charm in a peaceful location, yet within easy travelling distance of local amenities. Situated on a small private track and surrounded by gardens teeming with birds and other wildlife, the cottage offers a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Downstairs are two separate sitting rooms, one with a woodburning stove, for cosy out of season stays. The well-equipped kitchen boasts an Aga and has a useful utility room off, and there is a comfortable dining room overlooking the rear garden plus a large study/play room. Four upstairs bedrooms, two with en suite shower rooms, and a family bathroom complete the accommodation for up to eight guests.
The beautiful New Forest National Park is within a short walk, with miles of forest and heathland to explore - enjoy walking, cycling or horse riding amongst the free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys. The nearby Georgian market town of Lymington, with its bustling High Street, alleyways and courtyards, is home to a variety of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. The ancient charter market lines the High Street every Saturday and is a must visit, with a wide selection of stalls and crafts. The cobbles at the bottom of the main street lead down to the Quay, where fishing boats still offload their daily catch, and is a great spot for crabbing and watching the world go by. The small ferry port takes you to Yarmouth on The Isle of Wight, just a 30 minute trip across The Solent, and the branch line allows rail access to Brockenhurst and beyond, enabling you to explore the beaches, towns and villages that this beautiful area of the south coast has to offer.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance into hallway with stairs to first floor.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Sitting room with comfortable seating around the feature fireplace with wood burning stove.
Dining room with table seating eight. Doors to garden terrace.
Study with desk, bookshelves and seating. Door to garden.
Kitchen with electric Aga, full height larder fridge, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and cafetiere.
Utility room with butler sink, electric cooker, washing machine, tumble drier and freezer plus storage cupboards, coat hooks and door to rear garden.
Lounge with comfortable seating including sofa bed for occasional use (no bedding provided), TV, DVD and video player.
Second Staircase to mezzanine Bedroom 4 with two single beds (3ft and 2ft 6in).
En suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1 with super king size bed (6ft), fitted wardrobes and drawer unit.
En suite shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with double bed (4ft 6in), fitted wardrobe and drawer unit.
Bedroom 3 with twin beds (3ft), wardrobe and drawer unit.
Family Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
The peaceful and private gardens surround the property and offer plenty of space for the whole family to relax. A large rear terrace with seating and gas barbecue leads onto to a flat lawn with fruit trees and established borders.
It would be hard to find a more idyllic setting than the peaceful hamlet of East End on the leafy southern fringes of the New Forest. Lying within the ancient parish boundaries of Boldre, the name East End originates from the historic ‘East End Bridge’ which was at one time considered the most easterly landmark in the parliamentary borough of Lymington.
The bridge spans the gentle waterway known as Crockford Stream; a gravel-bedded beck fed by the boggy springs of Beaulieu Common, an area considered one of Britain’s foremost dragonfly sites. The stream feeds into Sowley Pond, part of the west Solent marshlands and safe haven for a variety of surface feeding and diving ducks. It was the monks of Beaulieu Abbey who formed the pond by damming Crockford Stream to create a fishery, although now it’s a popular spot to throw down a rug and tuck into a picnic.
The hamlet is served by the delightful East End Arms, a traditional country pub with a sumptuous menu and local ales on tap. The inn was bought in 1990 by John Illsley, bass guitarist of rock band Dire Straits, in an effort to preserve it for the local community. The neighbouring village of East Boldre lies within easy driving distance, and also has its own characterful pub, The Turfcutters Arms, plus a post office and local stores.
Also close by is the illustrious seaport of Lymington with its sparkling marinas and bustling Georgian fore street, home to a vibrant sailing community. Here, lining the historic cobbled streets, you’ll find artisan shops, galleries, boutiques, cafés, bistros and tearooms, plus a popular weekly market. Take a stroll to the bandstand gardens to listen to some summer jazz or enjoy a dip in Lymington’s 18th century saltwater sea baths.
When you holiday in East End you’ll be surrounded by leafy trails and meandering cycle paths, providing the perfect opportunity to go off the beaten track and exercise your right to roam. You’ll find plenty of outdoor activities in the New Forest to help keep the whole family occupied, from archery and bushcraft to pony trekking and wildlife safaris. If you’re looking for life on the ocean wave, the majestic Solent shores are only a short journey away.
Have a peek at our growing list of holiday cottages in East End.
Available for several cars on the gated private driveway.
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach towels if required), oil central heating, welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season, internet and Wi-Fi. Mobile reception is generally reasonable, although please check with your provider prior to booking.
Pets: Up to two well behaved dogs welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully housetrained and well behaved. Please note there is a standard charge of £30 per pet per week.
Children: All ages welcome. No baby equipment is provided.
EV Charging: Not available at this property.
Short Breaks: Available from a Friday or Monday outside of school holidays.
Beaches: Tanners Lane ( 0.8 miles), Milford on Sea (5 miles), Highcliffe Beach, Avon Beach and Mudeford all within 14 miles.
Local Facilities: East End Arms (0.5 miles), The Turfcutters Arms, East Boldre (3 miles), The Ferryman, Walhampton (2 miles). All the amenities of Lymington town (3 miles) including supermarkets (M & S Food, Waitrose and Tesco Express), shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, leisure centre and a petrol station.
East End Arms
(Less than a mile)
(16)
A really friendly pub bought by John Illsley, bass guitarist of Dire Straits in 1990. It’s still very much a local pub to pop in for a drink with the villagers. The pub wins well deserved rave reviews for its superb food, well-kept ales, wines and lovely staff.
East End Arms (T: 01590 626223) Main Road, East End, SO41 5SY
We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday roast for 8 people and 4 dogs in the tent in the garden of the East End Arms. The staff were warm and engaging and the food was delicious and beautifully presented! Whilst on the pricey side, I would highly recommend a visit to the east end arms.
April 2024
Very good food and pleasant ambience.
July 2023
Great pub - very friendly staff and good selection of ales and wines by the glass. The wine always tasted as though it came from a recently opened bottle. We didn't eat there but have spoken to someone who had an 'exceptional' meal recently. Only one downside - the locals (whose pub it is after all) do like to make themselves heard!
September 2022
Beautiful food and great atmosphere- slightly pricey but well worth it.
August 2022
Lovely pub with good food and if you like donkeys, you will be well away. They congregate outside the pub and are quite friendly.
March 2022
Excellent food and service well worth a visit
September 2021
Very disappointed that this pub in the forest does not allow dogs inside. We wanted to book at birthday meal with family, we were on holiday from Brighton, but as we had two dogs we could only sit outside under the tent which is not want you want to do on an evening in October.
October 2020
Sat outside. Quite expensive for what we got. Waitress unable to say what specials came with and ended up with just a fish and salad garnish! Fish bit overcooked. So maybe other non fish meals are better but didn't feel inclined to go back even though 10 mins walk from cottage.
September 2020
Enjjoyed a really excellent evening meal here. Good service, good atmosphere.
August 2020
Excellent food provided , good service and a log fire.
November 2019
During our 2 week stay we dined at the East End Arms four times. Every meal was excellent, the menu seemed to vary a little each time which I assume was due to what fish or meat was locally available. The staff in the restaurant were friendly. Nice choice of wines.
September 2019
Went in to book a table for a Sunday evening, but was told that they did not serve food on a Sunday evening, although their website seemed to think they did! The barmaid was talking to a customer when I first went in. The customer left the bar area to return to his seat and instead of her asking me what I wanted, decided to ignore me. Not very good customer service! I had to say excuse me and then she looked shocked that I was there! I wanted to give no stars, but had to pick one star!
May 2019
Really good pub with pricing along metropolitan 'gastropub' lines - backed up by the quality of the food and surroundings. The weather for our stay was perfect so we could sit in the garden with our dog for our meals. On a rainy day it wouldn't have been so comfortable as the bar (the only other places dogs are allowed) is only tiny.
July 2018
Great lunchtime treat with reasonable kids menu and lovely grown up food. Home made ice cream went down very well too.
November 2017
Always excellent choice and calibre of food each time we have visited.
July 2017
Friendly pub, always busy. Not so good if you have a dog - they are welcome but space is limited. Luckily we had good weather & sat in the garden. The food was excellent & staff friendly.
June 2017
The Ferryman
(2 miles)
(5)
The Ferryman is a stylish country pub situated on the far side of Lymington's harbour, on the edge of the New Forest, with a good choice of well-priced food served from either a fixed priced lunchtime menu or a la carte. Vegetarians will be glad to hear there’s also a menu just for them. Dogs welcome.
The Ferryman (T: 01590 672517) Lymington SO41 5SB
A 2 minute walk from Island Point. Excellent food (especially Sunday lunch) and a warm welcome from Rob, the landlord.
November 2023
Excellent food and very friendly staff
September 2021
We stayed in the Lymington area during August, and enjoyed our visits to the Ferryman. A couple of excellent meals, along with numerous visits for the odd G&T! Staff extremely friendly and helpful.
August 2018
Do not go there if you have to be somewhere else to bewithin the hour as the service was very very slow (and that was on a quiet day). However, all off the staff were very friendly, and very helpful.
June 2018
A lovely bar and a welcomed stop for refreshments following our IOW ferry trip.
April 2017
Walhampton Arms
(2 miles)
(8)
A big, bright and spacious free house serving a good selection of well-kept real ales, wines and spirits. A popular haunt for the locals, who gather for the notorious daily carvery. There’s a main menu with all the usual dishes, or pick from the Specials Board which showcases local produce.
Walhampton Arms (T: 01590 673113) Walhampton Hill, Lymington SO41 5RE
Had a lovely meal here, all ten of us cleared our plates. The staff were polite and friendly.
April 2023
A large group of us staying in the area had a lovely evening meal for my husbands birthday and then returned for breakfast the next morning. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the food was delicious.
July 2022
Lovely meal, great service and family friendly. Will definitely visit again.
April 2022
This is a lovely friendly place to visit and either just have a drink or eat there as the staff and food are great Well worth a visit
June 2021
Booked to eat here on a Thursday night and it was amazingly quiet for some reason. Good food and good service in a nice clean environment.
August 2020
We had an evening meal here including children. The food was very good and the staff most welcoming - we felt sorry that everything was so well prepared for safe distancing and so few people there. There was plenty of room for evceryone.
July 2020
Very friendly staff, good space. Food solid pub grub.
November 2018
Very friendly staff. Child friendly. Large portions. Serve food all day. Have high chairs.
December 2017
Haven Bar & Restaurant
(2 miles)
(21)
Overlooking the marina with panoramic views, plenty of seating and a sunny outdoor terrace, this is a great spot to enjoy a meal, a few drinks or just a coffee and watch the boats go by. Food served daily from 9am.
The Haven Bar & Restaurant (T: 01590 679971) Lymington SO41 3QD
booked twice. lovely location, good food and friendly service
February 2024
Great location. Food very good but small menu and no specials.
May 2023
Great food and great location
April 2023
Great views from outside and the restaurant but dog friendly area has no views and feels a bit neglected . Food is ok but expensive for what you get - The Lighthouse in Keyhaven/end of Hurst spit is much better and the people care much more!!
May 2022
Good food, lovely views
January 2022
Excellent food, lovely location and views
October 2021
Enjoyed several visits here! Great cocktails, which we enjoyed sitting outside on the lovely terrace overlooking the Solent.
September 2021
Fabulous location for breakfast over looking the harbour.
August 2021
Lovely situation staff very friendly
July 2021
We had breakfast here twice. Excellent breakfast chef and the person who waits table outside is brilliant.
July 2021
Food good and staff very attentive. Restaurant overlooks the marina. Outside bar terrace. A lovely place to go for a meal. They make good cocktails
June 2021
Lovely breakfast. Good service.
June 2021
absolutely gorgeous a definate must if your in the area
June 2021
Fantastic service, great view. Fish and chips like no other, you won’t be disappointed.
November 2020
Delicious, fresh food
August 2020
Enjoyable meal friendly staff
January 2020
The food was nice, the place was nice and the outlook nice. The greeting we had was a bit frosty "have you booked?" But we were found a table - and it wasnt that busy.
November 2019
Good service and bar and terrace snacks very good, and great views
September 2019
Lovely restaurant. Very helpful waitress. Pears undercooked/unripe in starter.
September 2019
The food was excellent and the service was also first class. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.
July 2019
We had a small salmon platter, really tasty and… our little dog was also welcome on the terrace and even inside. Friendly staff and fantastic views. Great!
July 2018
The Ship Inn - Lymington
(2 miles)
(36)
In a superb location on the town’s quay with large decking area to the side - great for watching the world go by. The bar is well stocked, with an impressive selection of drinks. Due to being on the quay, the pub can get busy, so if you want to eat it’s worth booking ahead. The food is great, a step above the usual pub fare and comes in generous, hearty portions.
The Ship Inn (T: 01590 676903) Lymington SO41 3AY
A nice late evening family meal was taken here. Ok Pub, A bit quiet but very spacious. Overpriced like most things in the New Forest and waitress could have been a bit less open with her comments to one of our party who was made to feel a bit embarrassed as the only person ordering a starter.
February 2024
Had a very nice Sunday lunch here. Pleasant staff, and nice surroundings.
October 2023
We had two meals in the pub during our holiday - the restaurant was really busy so we sat in the pub - the food was really nice and we didn’t have to wait too long.
October 2023
Wonderful pub / restaurant very friendly and excellent service
September 2023
Great service , food and staff
September 2023
Poor and slow service with no proper management of order taking, and floor service.
September 2023
We were disappointed with the service, waiting a long time for desserts and with two young boys this was not ideal. Food descriptions not very accurate. One order was the Massaman curry which was not as expected and the chicken, bacon and avocado salad had no avocado!
August 2023
Lovely drinks on the decking just by the water. Excellent service. Food looked delicious.
July 2023
Welcoming pub and restaurant in a fab location. Good menu choice for vegetarians.
July 2023
About a 10 minute walk from the property. A nice ambience by the water and decent food and drink.
July 2023
Had a most enjoyable Sunday lunch here. Very spacious restaurant, excellent service, and great food.
June 2023
Unfortunately, due to staff shortages they were closed when we tried to visit (notice on door). We went elsewhere and did not return.
June 2023
Good fresh food and helpful staff.
June 2023
Lovely pub / restaurant with a view of the Quay. Very dog friendly.
March 2023
Lovely food, excellent service.
April 2022
Had a wonderful 3 course meal here on what you would think would be a quiet Tuesday night in the middle of February, not the case, the restaurant had a great atmosphere coupled with fantastic service. Would definitely come again.
February 2022
Excellent friendly service and good food.
October 2021
Lovely location, good food and service
October 2021
Great food and very friendly service. Will definitely come back again!
September 2021
A little pricy but excellent food from a decent menu well worth a visit.
July 2021
Excellent meal. Sat outside in the shade on a lovely hot day.
June 2021
Booked a table for Sunday lunch and were impressed out the COVID safety measures in place. Good food and friendly staff. Food could have been a bit hotter but that's a small criticism.
June 2021
Had two takeaway meals during our holiday - both excellent. Food and service superb.
April 2021
A warm welcome on a chilly evening. Delicious food and very helpful staff.
December 2020
Excellent food, great service, you’ll need to book.
November 2020
My husband and I are here twice. The best burger he’s had, said he and I loved the Brie starter.....and the macaroni cheese....and the chicken wings... Friendly staff, great atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. Bet it’s gorgeous to sit on the terrace in warm weather. Maybe next time..
October 2020
good food , suitable for family meal.
August 2020
Great choice of well cooked food.
August 2020
Had a great time superb service on New Year’s Eve
January 2020
Right on the quayside in Lymington - admire the boats, get out binoculars for the ferries to IOW. Then have a meal in this traditional pub - excellent quality and quantity throughout.
October 2019
Excellent location, friendly welcoming staff, lovely food, well presented and generous portions.
September 2019
Booked for a Sunday evening, disappointed to be told at only 7.30 pm that there were no roasts or pie available. Th menu is not bad but there were 5 dishes on the menu that were not available. That said, the food we did have was very good with good attentive service.
September 2018
Lovely setting, excellent staff, adequate food, could be better.
September 2018
Very nice pub. Ate there twice for lunch and was very nice. Lovely location.
November 2017
Lovely pub, great location, food this year 2017 is vastly improved on previous years, Would recommend.
June 2017
Enjoyed an excellent lunch at the Ship Inn. Good food and pleasant, helpful staff.
June 2017
The Cut Flower Farm
(Less than a mile)
Perfect as a gift for a special occasion or simply as a holiday treat, The Cut Flower Farm near Lymington offers a wide variety of beautiful, fragrant, seasonal cut flowers and foliage.
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Walhampton Golf Course
(2 miles)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(2 miles)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
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Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Salamander Sailing Adventures
(2 miles)
Based in Lymington, beautiful Salamander is a 58 foot luxury sailing yacht available for private charter, an experience sure to be one of the highlights of any holiday in the area. Perfect for special celebrations, spectating sporting events on the water or simply to get away from it all, Salamander offers a range of trips to discover the beauty of the local coastline in style.
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Enjoy a 10% discount on regular boat trips for up to 12 guests during weekends
Enjoy a 15% discount on all regular boat trips for up to 12 guests midweek
Hurst Point Yacht Charters
(2 miles)
(1)
Offering you a coastal experience from Lymington and Hamble, Hurst Point Yacht Charters give you a five star service on the Solent, navigating the marinas and quays and taking you to beautiful bays or creeks such as Newtown and Wootten - perfect for dropping anchor and sipping cocktails in the sun.
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A brilliant days sailing with Clive, we were able to be very hands on, he was great company and super informative. Loved dropping into The Hut for lunch, altogether one of the best days out ever. (Pre book The Hut though, it's very popular!).
July 2023
Milford on Sea
(6 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Lepe Beach
(7 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
Barton on Sea
(8 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(10 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Highcliffe Beach
(10 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
March 2024
We loved Moonfleet cottage so much, we had the best stay, it was so much bigger than the pictures showed and really allowed us 8 adults to be together comfortably and enough room to be spaced out if we wanted. The bedrooms are all of a good size and 3 bathrooms/shower rooms were perfect. The peace and tranquillity of the location was superb with views all round and sheep grazing in the field behind and The East arms pub nearby was absolutely worth a visit.. we went twice! Thank you to New Forest cottages whom went above and beyond to look after us, I’d really recommend using their services to anyone wanting to stay on the beautiful New Forest.
March 2024
We loved Moonfleet cottage so much, we had the best stay, it was so much bigger than the pictures showed and really allowed us 8 adults to be together comfortably and enough room to be spaced out if we wanted. The bedrooms are all of a good size and 3 bathrooms/shower rooms were perfect. The peace and tranquillity of the location was superb with views all round and sheep grazing in the field behind and The East arms pub nearby was absolutely worth a visit.. we went twice! Thank you to New Forest cottages whom went above and beyond to look after us, I’d really recommend using their services to anyone wanting to stay on the beautiful New Forest.
East End Arms
(Less than a mile)
(16)
A really friendly pub bought by John Illsley, bass guitarist of Dire Straits in 1990. It’s still very much a local pub to pop in for a drink with the villagers. The pub wins well deserved rave reviews for its superb food, well-kept ales, wines and lovely staff.
East End Arms (T: 01590 626223) Main Road, East End, SO41 5SY
We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday roast for 8 people and 4 dogs in the tent in the garden of the East End Arms. The staff were warm and engaging and the food was delicious and beautifully presented! Whilst on the pricey side, I would highly recommend a visit to the east end arms.
April 2024
Very good food and pleasant ambience.
July 2023
Great pub - very friendly staff and good selection of ales and wines by the glass. The wine always tasted as though it came from a recently opened bottle. We didn't eat there but have spoken to someone who had an 'exceptional' meal recently. Only one downside - the locals (whose pub it is after all) do like to make themselves heard!
September 2022
Beautiful food and great atmosphere- slightly pricey but well worth it.
August 2022
Lovely pub with good food and if you like donkeys, you will be well away. They congregate outside the pub and are quite friendly.
March 2022
Excellent food and service well worth a visit
September 2021
Very disappointed that this pub in the forest does not allow dogs inside. We wanted to book at birthday meal with family, we were on holiday from Brighton, but as we had two dogs we could only sit outside under the tent which is not want you want to do on an evening in October.
October 2020
Sat outside. Quite expensive for what we got. Waitress unable to say what specials came with and ended up with just a fish and salad garnish! Fish bit overcooked. So maybe other non fish meals are better but didn't feel inclined to go back even though 10 mins walk from cottage.
September 2020
Enjjoyed a really excellent evening meal here. Good service, good atmosphere.
August 2020
Excellent food provided , good service and a log fire.
November 2019
During our 2 week stay we dined at the East End Arms four times. Every meal was excellent, the menu seemed to vary a little each time which I assume was due to what fish or meat was locally available. The staff in the restaurant were friendly. Nice choice of wines.
September 2019
Went in to book a table for a Sunday evening, but was told that they did not serve food on a Sunday evening, although their website seemed to think they did! The barmaid was talking to a customer when I first went in. The customer left the bar area to return to his seat and instead of her asking me what I wanted, decided to ignore me. Not very good customer service! I had to say excuse me and then she looked shocked that I was there! I wanted to give no stars, but had to pick one star!
May 2019
Really good pub with pricing along metropolitan 'gastropub' lines - backed up by the quality of the food and surroundings. The weather for our stay was perfect so we could sit in the garden with our dog for our meals. On a rainy day it wouldn't have been so comfortable as the bar (the only other places dogs are allowed) is only tiny.
July 2018
Great lunchtime treat with reasonable kids menu and lovely grown up food. Home made ice cream went down very well too.
November 2017
Always excellent choice and calibre of food each time we have visited.
July 2017
Friendly pub, always busy. Not so good if you have a dog - they are welcome but space is limited. Luckily we had good weather & sat in the garden. The food was excellent & staff friendly.
June 2017
The Ferryman
(2 miles)
(5)
The Ferryman is a stylish country pub situated on the far side of Lymington's harbour, on the edge of the New Forest, with a good choice of well-priced food served from either a fixed priced lunchtime menu or a la carte. Vegetarians will be glad to hear there’s also a menu just for them. Dogs welcome.
The Ferryman (T: 01590 672517) Lymington SO41 5SB
A 2 minute walk from Island Point. Excellent food (especially Sunday lunch) and a warm welcome from Rob, the landlord.
November 2023
Excellent food and very friendly staff
September 2021
We stayed in the Lymington area during August, and enjoyed our visits to the Ferryman. A couple of excellent meals, along with numerous visits for the odd G&T! Staff extremely friendly and helpful.
August 2018
Do not go there if you have to be somewhere else to bewithin the hour as the service was very very slow (and that was on a quiet day). However, all off the staff were very friendly, and very helpful.
June 2018
A lovely bar and a welcomed stop for refreshments following our IOW ferry trip.
April 2017
Walhampton Arms
(2 miles)
(8)
A big, bright and spacious free house serving a good selection of well-kept real ales, wines and spirits. A popular haunt for the locals, who gather for the notorious daily carvery. There’s a main menu with all the usual dishes, or pick from the Specials Board which showcases local produce.
Walhampton Arms (T: 01590 673113) Walhampton Hill, Lymington SO41 5RE
Had a lovely meal here, all ten of us cleared our plates. The staff were polite and friendly.
April 2023
A large group of us staying in the area had a lovely evening meal for my husbands birthday and then returned for breakfast the next morning. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the food was delicious.
July 2022
Lovely meal, great service and family friendly. Will definitely visit again.
April 2022
This is a lovely friendly place to visit and either just have a drink or eat there as the staff and food are great Well worth a visit
June 2021
Booked to eat here on a Thursday night and it was amazingly quiet for some reason. Good food and good service in a nice clean environment.
August 2020
We had an evening meal here including children. The food was very good and the staff most welcoming - we felt sorry that everything was so well prepared for safe distancing and so few people there. There was plenty of room for evceryone.
July 2020
Very friendly staff, good space. Food solid pub grub.
November 2018
Very friendly staff. Child friendly. Large portions. Serve food all day. Have high chairs.
December 2017
Haven Bar & Restaurant
(2 miles)
(21)
Overlooking the marina with panoramic views, plenty of seating and a sunny outdoor terrace, this is a great spot to enjoy a meal, a few drinks or just a coffee and watch the boats go by. Food served daily from 9am.
The Haven Bar & Restaurant (T: 01590 679971) Lymington SO41 3QD
booked twice. lovely location, good food and friendly service
February 2024
Great location. Food very good but small menu and no specials.
May 2023
Great food and great location
April 2023
Great views from outside and the restaurant but dog friendly area has no views and feels a bit neglected . Food is ok but expensive for what you get - The Lighthouse in Keyhaven/end of Hurst spit is much better and the people care much more!!
May 2022
Good food, lovely views
January 2022
Excellent food, lovely location and views
October 2021
Enjoyed several visits here! Great cocktails, which we enjoyed sitting outside on the lovely terrace overlooking the Solent.
September 2021
Fabulous location for breakfast over looking the harbour.
August 2021
Lovely situation staff very friendly
July 2021
We had breakfast here twice. Excellent breakfast chef and the person who waits table outside is brilliant.
July 2021
Food good and staff very attentive. Restaurant overlooks the marina. Outside bar terrace. A lovely place to go for a meal. They make good cocktails
June 2021
Lovely breakfast. Good service.
June 2021
absolutely gorgeous a definate must if your in the area
June 2021
Fantastic service, great view. Fish and chips like no other, you won’t be disappointed.
November 2020
Delicious, fresh food
August 2020
Enjoyable meal friendly staff
January 2020
The food was nice, the place was nice and the outlook nice. The greeting we had was a bit frosty "have you booked?" But we were found a table - and it wasnt that busy.
November 2019
Good service and bar and terrace snacks very good, and great views
September 2019
Lovely restaurant. Very helpful waitress. Pears undercooked/unripe in starter.
September 2019
The food was excellent and the service was also first class. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.
July 2019
We had a small salmon platter, really tasty and… our little dog was also welcome on the terrace and even inside. Friendly staff and fantastic views. Great!
July 2018
The Ship Inn - Lymington
(2 miles)
(36)
In a superb location on the town’s quay with large decking area to the side - great for watching the world go by. The bar is well stocked, with an impressive selection of drinks. Due to being on the quay, the pub can get busy, so if you want to eat it’s worth booking ahead. The food is great, a step above the usual pub fare and comes in generous, hearty portions.
The Ship Inn (T: 01590 676903) Lymington SO41 3AY
A nice late evening family meal was taken here. Ok Pub, A bit quiet but very spacious. Overpriced like most things in the New Forest and waitress could have been a bit less open with her comments to one of our party who was made to feel a bit embarrassed as the only person ordering a starter.
February 2024
Had a very nice Sunday lunch here. Pleasant staff, and nice surroundings.
October 2023
We had two meals in the pub during our holiday - the restaurant was really busy so we sat in the pub - the food was really nice and we didn’t have to wait too long.
October 2023
Wonderful pub / restaurant very friendly and excellent service
September 2023
Great service , food and staff
September 2023
Poor and slow service with no proper management of order taking, and floor service.
September 2023
We were disappointed with the service, waiting a long time for desserts and with two young boys this was not ideal. Food descriptions not very accurate. One order was the Massaman curry which was not as expected and the chicken, bacon and avocado salad had no avocado!
August 2023
Lovely drinks on the decking just by the water. Excellent service. Food looked delicious.
July 2023
Welcoming pub and restaurant in a fab location. Good menu choice for vegetarians.
July 2023
About a 10 minute walk from the property. A nice ambience by the water and decent food and drink.
July 2023
Had a most enjoyable Sunday lunch here. Very spacious restaurant, excellent service, and great food.
June 2023
Unfortunately, due to staff shortages they were closed when we tried to visit (notice on door). We went elsewhere and did not return.
June 2023
Good fresh food and helpful staff.
June 2023
Lovely pub / restaurant with a view of the Quay. Very dog friendly.
March 2023
Lovely food, excellent service.
April 2022
Had a wonderful 3 course meal here on what you would think would be a quiet Tuesday night in the middle of February, not the case, the restaurant had a great atmosphere coupled with fantastic service. Would definitely come again.
February 2022
Excellent friendly service and good food.
October 2021
Lovely location, good food and service
October 2021
Great food and very friendly service. Will definitely come back again!
September 2021
A little pricy but excellent food from a decent menu well worth a visit.
July 2021
Excellent meal. Sat outside in the shade on a lovely hot day.
June 2021
Booked a table for Sunday lunch and were impressed out the COVID safety measures in place. Good food and friendly staff. Food could have been a bit hotter but that's a small criticism.
June 2021
Had two takeaway meals during our holiday - both excellent. Food and service superb.
April 2021
A warm welcome on a chilly evening. Delicious food and very helpful staff.
December 2020
Excellent food, great service, you’ll need to book.
November 2020
My husband and I are here twice. The best burger he’s had, said he and I loved the Brie starter.....and the macaroni cheese....and the chicken wings... Friendly staff, great atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. Bet it’s gorgeous to sit on the terrace in warm weather. Maybe next time..
October 2020
good food , suitable for family meal.
August 2020
Great choice of well cooked food.
August 2020
Had a great time superb service on New Year’s Eve
January 2020
Right on the quayside in Lymington - admire the boats, get out binoculars for the ferries to IOW. Then have a meal in this traditional pub - excellent quality and quantity throughout.
October 2019
Excellent location, friendly welcoming staff, lovely food, well presented and generous portions.
September 2019
Booked for a Sunday evening, disappointed to be told at only 7.30 pm that there were no roasts or pie available. Th menu is not bad but there were 5 dishes on the menu that were not available. That said, the food we did have was very good with good attentive service.
September 2018
Lovely setting, excellent staff, adequate food, could be better.
September 2018
Very nice pub. Ate there twice for lunch and was very nice. Lovely location.
November 2017
Lovely pub, great location, food this year 2017 is vastly improved on previous years, Would recommend.
June 2017
Enjoyed an excellent lunch at the Ship Inn. Good food and pleasant, helpful staff.
June 2017
The Cut Flower Farm
(Less than a mile)
Perfect as a gift for a special occasion or simply as a holiday treat, The Cut Flower Farm near Lymington offers a wide variety of beautiful, fragrant, seasonal cut flowers and foliage.
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Walhampton Golf Course
(2 miles)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(2 miles)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
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Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Salamander Sailing Adventures
(2 miles)
Based in Lymington, beautiful Salamander is a 58 foot luxury sailing yacht available for private charter, an experience sure to be one of the highlights of any holiday in the area. Perfect for special celebrations, spectating sporting events on the water or simply to get away from it all, Salamander offers a range of trips to discover the beauty of the local coastline in style.
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Enjoy a 10% discount on regular boat trips for up to 12 guests during weekends
Enjoy a 15% discount on all regular boat trips for up to 12 guests midweek
Hurst Point Yacht Charters
(2 miles)
(1)
Offering you a coastal experience from Lymington and Hamble, Hurst Point Yacht Charters give you a five star service on the Solent, navigating the marinas and quays and taking you to beautiful bays or creeks such as Newtown and Wootten - perfect for dropping anchor and sipping cocktails in the sun.
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A brilliant days sailing with Clive, we were able to be very hands on, he was great company and super informative. Loved dropping into The Hut for lunch, altogether one of the best days out ever. (Pre book The Hut though, it's very popular!).
July 2023
Milford on Sea
(6 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Lepe Beach
(7 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
Barton on Sea
(8 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(10 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Highcliffe Beach
(10 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
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