Key Features
- Property code: A596
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Close to both the open Forest and village centre of Lyndhurst, The Custards is conveniently situated for your New Forest holiday, with lovely walks right from the front door. This semi-detached cottage comfortably accommodates up to four guests and is pet friendly.
Downstairs an open plan lounge/diner has a gloriously glowing log burner to huddle around after long crisp winter walks. A Smart TV and huge selection of DVDs will keep the whole family entertained! French doors open onto the enclosed garden, with a mature catalpa tree giving dappled summertime shade. The well-equipped kitchen leads into a small utility area and onto the downstairs bathroom. Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms, a twin and super king-size master with en suite shower room.
The New Forest National Park, with its free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys, is just a short walk from the front door, offering miles of paths and tracks to explore by foot, bicycle or horseback. Or stroll into the popular village of Lyndhurst with its many independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants to tempt you. The Georgian coastal market town of Lymington, a pleasant 20-minute drive, has all your shopping and sailing needs. From here, you can also catch the ferry to the Isle of Wight for an exciting day out across The Solent!
Key Features
- Property code: A596
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Close to both the open Forest and village centre of Lyndhurst, The Custards is conveniently situated for your New Forest holiday, with lovely walks right from the front door. This semi-detached cottage comfortably accommodates up to four guests and is pet friendly.
Downstairs an open plan lounge/diner has a gloriously glowing log burner to huddle around after long crisp winter walks. A Smart TV and huge selection of DVDs will keep the whole family entertained! French doors open onto the enclosed garden, with a mature catalpa tree giving dappled summertime shade. The well-equipped kitchen leads into a small utility area and onto the downstairs bathroom. Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms, a twin and super king-size master with en suite shower room.
The New Forest National Park, with its free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys, is just a short walk from the front door, offering miles of paths and tracks to explore by foot, bicycle or horseback. Or stroll into the popular village of Lyndhurst with its many independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants to tempt you. The Georgian coastal market town of Lymington, a pleasant 20-minute drive, has all your shopping and sailing needs. From here, you can also catch the ferry to the Isle of Wight for an exciting day out across The Solent!
Entrance through back door into hallway/utility room with washing machine and freezer.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin.
Separate WC.
Door to kitchen with electric cooker and gas hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave.
Door to lounge/diner with table seating four and cosy lounge area with two sofas, log burning stove and Smart TV with separate DVD Player. French doors into garden.
Cottage stairs to first floor.
Bedroom 1 with super king-size bed which can be either a 6ft or two 3ft beds (please advise at time of booking), built-in wardrobe and drawer unit. Space to accommodate a cot.
En suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with twin single beds (3ft), wardrobe and drawer unit.
The enclosed flat garden has a small patio area and lawn, with outdoor table and chairs set under the shade of a beautiful catalpa tree.
The handsome village of Lyndhurst carries the lofty title of ‘capital of The New Forest’, a legacy bestowed by William the Conqueror who established it as a royal hunting ground in the 11th Century. This thriving parish is no stranger to nobility having been passed down to various kings, dukes and earls, all of them adding to its rich history of pomp and ceremony.
The most important building in this venerable village is the Queen’s House located at the top of the bustling high street, close to the impressive gothic church of St Michael and All Angels (where you’ll find the grave of Alice Hargreaves, the inspiration for one of Lewis Carroll’s most famous writings, Alice in Wonderland). The house is one of the Crown’s principle buildings and stands as the local headquarters of the Forestry Commission. It also contains the Verderers’ Hall, home of the ancient Verderers’ Court which dates back to the 13th Century, a place where important local matters were discussed, and disputes settled. If you’d like to learn more about the New Forest’s captivating history, then the New Forest Centre - located in the centre of the village - offers a fascinating insight into this ancient corner of England.
Lyndhurst’s thriving high street is lined with artisan outlets, traditional merchants, novelty shops, emporiums, delicatessens, cafés, tearooms and bistros, and if you’re a car enthusiast you’re bound to be impressed by the Ferrari and Maserati showroom at the bottom of the high street.
Such is the dulcet pace of Lyndhurst you’ll rarely feel the need to venture out of first gear, taking full advantage of the many quiet benches and daisy-dotted greens where you can while away the hours watching the world go by. One such spot is Bolton’s Bench, a yew-capped hillock on the eastern fringe of the village where New Forest ponies graze and you can enjoy gorgeous views past the church spire towards the heathland, wetland and distant trees, home to such species as the Dartford warbler, woodlark, silver-studded blue butterflies, fallow and roe deer, and a host of other woodland creatures. You’re also likely to hear the gentle nudge of leather on willow as the village cricket team look to up their runs before teatime.
When you holiday in Lyndhurst, you’ll find yourself encompassed by endless tracks, trails and circular pathways, the ideal setting for your walking and cycling adventures. Other popular local excursions include The New Forest Reptile Centre and the prestigious New Forest Golf Club. Whether it’s pony trekking or fly fishing, you’ll have no problem keeping the whole family occupied during your stay in Lyndhurst.
There are some lovely olde worlde pubs both in and around Lyndhurst, all with pretty beer gardens and gorgeous views of the surrounding New Forest. You’ll also find several exceptional restaurants tucked away along the village’s byways, perfect for a slap-up meal and a romantic night out.
During the summer months the New Forest open-top bus tour runs regular day trips along three different routes with connections to the charming neighbouring towns and villages.
Take a look at some of our delightful Lyndhurst holiday cottages and start planning your New Forest getaway.
Available for two cars on the private driveway. Unrestricted parking on the road outside.
Included: Bed linen, towels (please bring own beach/dog towels) WiFi, electricity, central heating (gas) and welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season.
Children: All ages welcome. Highchair, travel cot and stair gate available on request. Please bring own cot bedding.
Pets: 1 dog welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking). Dogs must be fully housetrained, well behaved and kept downstairs. Please note there is a £30 pet charge per week.
Bike storage: In lockable shed. Bike hire is also available at The Woods Cyclery in Lyndhurst High Street.
Shops: Tesco Express and Co-Op Lyndhurst High Street – 10 minute walk, Waitrose, Lymington – 20 minute drive.
Pubs: The Waterloo Arms, The White Rabbit, The Fox and Hounds – all within a 10 minute walk.
Restaurants: Large selection of restaurants in Lyndhurst, all within a 10 minute walk.
Beaches: Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, Avon Beach (sandy) all within 10 miles (15/20 minutes by car).
Short breaks: Available low season at any time, mid and high season two weeks before.
Changeover: Friday
Check in times: 4pm
Check out times: 10am
Non-smoking
The Mailmans Arms
(Less than a mile)
(5)
At the end of the high street, Mailmans Arms is a great place for people watching – the pub is next to the Maserati/Ferrari garage! The bar stocks real ales and a nice selection of wines, spirits and beverages. Home-made food is served all day and beautifully presented. Meat is from a local butcher, and vegetables from a greengrocer on the high street. The menu features popular pub classics alongside a daily specials board. There’s a monthly curry night and very popular Sunday carvery. Indoors is a large log fire, and when warm, there’s a choice of outdoor seating to the front of the pub and a beer garden to the rear. A separate TV room shows major sporting events.
Mailmans Arms, (T:02380 284196) Lyndhurst, SO43 7BE
A very friendly pub in which we eat twice, enjoying the food both times.
May 2023
The Mailman's Arms is a great pub with friendly staff, delicious cooked food, reasonable prices and the best thing for us was being able to hire one of the pods in the beer garden - we will definitely be returning when next in the New Forest.
April 2022
Found the one way system in and out of the pub totally over the top and unnecessary
October 2021
In these COVID-19 times it’s not great when you receive a glass of wine with the previous persons lipstick visible on the glass.
July 2021
This was a great pub, very friendly staff, great food and dog friendly too
August 2020
Cafe Parisien
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Lovely little café on Lyndhurst’s high street serving French-inspired goodies such as fresh croissants, pastries and baguettes, as well as a few cooked dishes and excellent coffee. There’s a small outdoor terrace from which you can watch the world go by.
Cafe Parisien (T: 023 8028 4546) Lyndhurst SO43 7BJ
Lovely coffee and cakes and a great place on a cold winters day
December 2022
Lovely little cafe with great coffee.
September 2021
Renoufs Lyndhurst
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A popular local chain of authentically French cheese and wine bars offering over 200 wines and 300 artisan cheeses. Passionate about their craft, here you can explore the carefully curated wine list with a wine flight, enjoy one of their regular wine tasting events or simply pop in with friends or family for some excellent wine, cheese and charcuterie as well as other mouth-wateringly good nibbles.
Renoufs Cheese & Wine Bar 23 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE (T: 07473 074733)
We popped in for a drink. The service was great and there was a good atmosphere
April 2024
Holly, the host of Renoufs was very knowledgable and gave good recommendations both for wine and cheese. The meal was amazing, we had the Ultimate vegetarian platter for 2 which was enough for us 4 ladies. The ambience was relaxing, price reasonable and will definitely be revisiting. All in all, a great experience! Thanks Holly.
February 2024
The Fox & Hounds
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A friendly Georgian pub in Lyndhurst’s thriving high street. It’s often busy with both locals and visitors who come to drink, eat, take part in the quiz nights, events and listen to live bands on Saturday nights. Inside is spacious whilst staying cosy, especially with the log burner glowing on a winter’s day. During warmer months, you can sit outside in the large terraced beer garden.
The Fox & Hounds (T: 023 8028 2098) Lyndhurst SO43 7BG
Good beer and we enjoyed the mezze sharing platter in the pretty courtyard outside. Would definitely visit again.
April 2024
Great pub, with friendly staff
March 2024
The food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
September 2023
Great pub, well staffed and good meals!
September 2022
Great food and large pub garden.
August 2022
Lovely pub in Lyndhurst, excellent service and would recommend Sunday lunch
October 2021
Great pub. With plenty of outside seating.
July 2021
Friendly pub with.excellent beer and good food at reasonable prices. Pleasant outside patio and live music at weekends fun. New Forest discount card accepted for food orders recommended.
September 2017
La Pergola
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A family friendly, traditional Italian restaurant with al fresco dining on the pergola covered terrace. Choose from the al la carte menu for your favourite pizza or pasta, or something a bit different from the specials board. Make sure you leave room for the delicious homemade desserts though!
La Pergola (T: 023 8028 4184) Lyndhurst SO43 7BQ
We love revisiting every time we are in the forest. Food is amazing and staff are always very welcoming and nothing is to much trouble.
May 2023
Superb Italian restaurant, great food and atmosphere
May 2023
Had a lovely lunch here, good sized portions and the staff were brilliant with our little boy
November 2017
The Woods Cyclery
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Offering accessory and cycle hire, The Woods Cyclery allows you to explore the New Forest and all its cycle paths, getting to know the natural beauty of Lyndhurst. They offer a wide range of bikes from brands including Giant, GT Marin or Scott, for all ages and abilities as well as offering repairs and servicing.
Great cycling shop with knowledgeable staff. Helped me with a new helmet, that had broken on a cycling holiday!
June 2021
We managed to bring everything with us for our holiday except for my husband's cycling helmet & gloves so wandered in to Lyndhurst to this recommended shop. Friendly knowledgeable staff who solved our issues efficiently & gave us lots of advice on suitable cycle routes.
September 2019
New Forest Centre
(Less than a mile)
(11)
Telling you everything you need to know about the beauty spot that is the New Forest National Park, the New Forest Centre brings you the New Forest Museum, gift shops, walks and cycle rides and guides to the area’s magnificent wildlife.
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Lots of interesting things to read and find out about the New Forest area and some interactive bits for kids. Great cafe attached for cake and coffee.
August 2023
Spent a pleasant time looking around the interesting museum and getting advice on the closest children's play area from a helpful lady at the information desk.
June 2023
good information about the forest
November 2021
A great place to learn more about the New Forest - Staff incredibly helpful
September 2021
This Centre is worth a visit.
June 2021
A good selection of gifts and useful information
September 2019
very helpful
June 2019
The tearoom here is great and very dog friendly
April 2019
Excellent, informative displays with plenty to appeal to all ages. We went on a rainy day and spent a couple of hours there with a 9yo, 4yo and 1yo. Learnt a lot about the history of the New Forest and how it is currently managed and would happily go back again,
August 2018
Informative and Interesting. Nice selection of items in shop.
March 2018
Very interesting and informative.
August 2017
Hidden Britain Tours
(Less than a mile)
Guided tours of the New Forest on foot or driven around by our own chauffeur is the glamorous way to explore this beautiful part of the world. Hidden Britain Tours have refined their experience over five years to bring you the best of the area’s history and landscapes in a few short hours - something for visitors of all ages to enjoy!
Click Here for further information
New Forest Museum
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Housed within the New Forest Centre, the New Forest Museum is packed full of displays and activities about the New Forest National Park, including why ponies are kept on the Forest and why we shouldn’t feed them! There’s something for all ages, which will help you make the most of your time in the Forest
Click Here for further information
This was a lovely place to visit with a two year old on a very cold day. As well as the displays that you'd expect there is a play, reading and colouring area for small children. The staff were really helpful, especially when Nanna was looking for baby changing facilities and needed help with the lift. Nanna and the two year old also enjoyed a snack in the cafe - again staff were very helpful and the food was tasty! There was also a nice selection of reasonably priced gifts. We're looking forward to visiting again.
December 2019
Went on an event day, which was, for us, too busy. The tickets allowed to go in again within 6 days. Lovely and peaceful and managed to see round the palace. Staff very friendly and heloful. Our grandchildren had a great day
May 2018
Very interesting. Grandson enjoyed the hands on displays.
August 2017
New Forest Golf Club
(Less than a mile)
The second oldest golf club in Hampshire, New Forest Golf Club on the outskirts of Lyndhurst is renowned for its beauty and the excellence of the course. A relatively flat and easy walking par 69, it is a warm and welcoming environment with New Forest ponies and cattle roaming freely for good measure - so just keep an eye out where you hit that ball!
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Barton on Sea
(11 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
Milford on Sea
(11 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
Highcliffe Beach
(11 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.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(11 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
Lepe Beach
(12 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.
April 2024
Lovely cottage. Well equipped and close to cafes and shops in Lynhurst. Enclosed and private garden. Only short drive to other places in New Forest.
March 2024
Wonderful warm comfortable cottage in good location
March 2024
Lovely stay, great location by good walks and lovely pubs and cafes.
February 2024
The local out of hours vet worked well.
January 2024
Perfect in everyway
November 2023
Excellent stay thank you
November 2023
Cottage was well equipped and in a very good location. Very clean and well furnished.
September 2023
Excellent position lovely property
July 2023
A lovely, clean and well-equipped cottage in a very convenient location for visiting the New Forest. Plenty good restaurants and cafes nearby.
June 2023
The stairs were steep and narrow people with walking may find them difficult
May 2023
Yes, is clean and comfortable. Is perfect cant think of any further improvement.
April 2024
Lovely cottage. Well equipped and close to cafes and shops in Lynhurst. Enclosed and private garden. Only short drive to other places in New Forest.
March 2024
Wonderful warm comfortable cottage in good location
March 2024
Lovely stay, great location by good walks and lovely pubs and cafes.
February 2024
The local out of hours vet worked well.
January 2024
Perfect in everyway
November 2023
Excellent stay thank you
November 2023
Cottage was well equipped and in a very good location. Very clean and well furnished.
September 2023
Excellent position lovely property
July 2023
A lovely, clean and well-equipped cottage in a very convenient location for visiting the New Forest. Plenty good restaurants and cafes nearby.
June 2023
The stairs were steep and narrow people with walking may find them difficult
May 2023
Yes, is clean and comfortable. Is perfect cant think of any further improvement.
The Mailmans Arms
(Less than a mile)
(5)
At the end of the high street, Mailmans Arms is a great place for people watching – the pub is next to the Maserati/Ferrari garage! The bar stocks real ales and a nice selection of wines, spirits and beverages. Home-made food is served all day and beautifully presented. Meat is from a local butcher, and vegetables from a greengrocer on the high street. The menu features popular pub classics alongside a daily specials board. There’s a monthly curry night and very popular Sunday carvery. Indoors is a large log fire, and when warm, there’s a choice of outdoor seating to the front of the pub and a beer garden to the rear. A separate TV room shows major sporting events.
Mailmans Arms, (T:02380 284196) Lyndhurst, SO43 7BE
A very friendly pub in which we eat twice, enjoying the food both times.
May 2023
The Mailman's Arms is a great pub with friendly staff, delicious cooked food, reasonable prices and the best thing for us was being able to hire one of the pods in the beer garden - we will definitely be returning when next in the New Forest.
April 2022
Found the one way system in and out of the pub totally over the top and unnecessary
October 2021
In these COVID-19 times it’s not great when you receive a glass of wine with the previous persons lipstick visible on the glass.
July 2021
This was a great pub, very friendly staff, great food and dog friendly too
August 2020
Cafe Parisien
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Lovely little café on Lyndhurst’s high street serving French-inspired goodies such as fresh croissants, pastries and baguettes, as well as a few cooked dishes and excellent coffee. There’s a small outdoor terrace from which you can watch the world go by.
Cafe Parisien (T: 023 8028 4546) Lyndhurst SO43 7BJ
Lovely coffee and cakes and a great place on a cold winters day
December 2022
Lovely little cafe with great coffee.
September 2021
Renoufs Lyndhurst
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A popular local chain of authentically French cheese and wine bars offering over 200 wines and 300 artisan cheeses. Passionate about their craft, here you can explore the carefully curated wine list with a wine flight, enjoy one of their regular wine tasting events or simply pop in with friends or family for some excellent wine, cheese and charcuterie as well as other mouth-wateringly good nibbles.
Renoufs Cheese & Wine Bar 23 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE (T: 07473 074733)
We popped in for a drink. The service was great and there was a good atmosphere
April 2024
Holly, the host of Renoufs was very knowledgable and gave good recommendations both for wine and cheese. The meal was amazing, we had the Ultimate vegetarian platter for 2 which was enough for us 4 ladies. The ambience was relaxing, price reasonable and will definitely be revisiting. All in all, a great experience! Thanks Holly.
February 2024
The Fox & Hounds
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A friendly Georgian pub in Lyndhurst’s thriving high street. It’s often busy with both locals and visitors who come to drink, eat, take part in the quiz nights, events and listen to live bands on Saturday nights. Inside is spacious whilst staying cosy, especially with the log burner glowing on a winter’s day. During warmer months, you can sit outside in the large terraced beer garden.
The Fox & Hounds (T: 023 8028 2098) Lyndhurst SO43 7BG
Good beer and we enjoyed the mezze sharing platter in the pretty courtyard outside. Would definitely visit again.
April 2024
Great pub, with friendly staff
March 2024
The food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
September 2023
Great pub, well staffed and good meals!
September 2022
Great food and large pub garden.
August 2022
Lovely pub in Lyndhurst, excellent service and would recommend Sunday lunch
October 2021
Great pub. With plenty of outside seating.
July 2021
Friendly pub with.excellent beer and good food at reasonable prices. Pleasant outside patio and live music at weekends fun. New Forest discount card accepted for food orders recommended.
September 2017
La Pergola
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A family friendly, traditional Italian restaurant with al fresco dining on the pergola covered terrace. Choose from the al la carte menu for your favourite pizza or pasta, or something a bit different from the specials board. Make sure you leave room for the delicious homemade desserts though!
La Pergola (T: 023 8028 4184) Lyndhurst SO43 7BQ
We love revisiting every time we are in the forest. Food is amazing and staff are always very welcoming and nothing is to much trouble.
May 2023
Superb Italian restaurant, great food and atmosphere
May 2023
Had a lovely lunch here, good sized portions and the staff were brilliant with our little boy
November 2017
The Woods Cyclery
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Offering accessory and cycle hire, The Woods Cyclery allows you to explore the New Forest and all its cycle paths, getting to know the natural beauty of Lyndhurst. They offer a wide range of bikes from brands including Giant, GT Marin or Scott, for all ages and abilities as well as offering repairs and servicing.
Great cycling shop with knowledgeable staff. Helped me with a new helmet, that had broken on a cycling holiday!
June 2021
We managed to bring everything with us for our holiday except for my husband's cycling helmet & gloves so wandered in to Lyndhurst to this recommended shop. Friendly knowledgeable staff who solved our issues efficiently & gave us lots of advice on suitable cycle routes.
September 2019
New Forest Centre
(Less than a mile)
(11)
Telling you everything you need to know about the beauty spot that is the New Forest National Park, the New Forest Centre brings you the New Forest Museum, gift shops, walks and cycle rides and guides to the area’s magnificent wildlife.
Click Here for further information
Lots of interesting things to read and find out about the New Forest area and some interactive bits for kids. Great cafe attached for cake and coffee.
August 2023
Spent a pleasant time looking around the interesting museum and getting advice on the closest children's play area from a helpful lady at the information desk.
June 2023
good information about the forest
November 2021
A great place to learn more about the New Forest - Staff incredibly helpful
September 2021
This Centre is worth a visit.
June 2021
A good selection of gifts and useful information
September 2019
very helpful
June 2019
The tearoom here is great and very dog friendly
April 2019
Excellent, informative displays with plenty to appeal to all ages. We went on a rainy day and spent a couple of hours there with a 9yo, 4yo and 1yo. Learnt a lot about the history of the New Forest and how it is currently managed and would happily go back again,
August 2018
Informative and Interesting. Nice selection of items in shop.
March 2018
Very interesting and informative.
August 2017
Hidden Britain Tours
(Less than a mile)
Guided tours of the New Forest on foot or driven around by our own chauffeur is the glamorous way to explore this beautiful part of the world. Hidden Britain Tours have refined their experience over five years to bring you the best of the area’s history and landscapes in a few short hours - something for visitors of all ages to enjoy!
Click Here for further information
New Forest Museum
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Housed within the New Forest Centre, the New Forest Museum is packed full of displays and activities about the New Forest National Park, including why ponies are kept on the Forest and why we shouldn’t feed them! There’s something for all ages, which will help you make the most of your time in the Forest
Click Here for further information
This was a lovely place to visit with a two year old on a very cold day. As well as the displays that you'd expect there is a play, reading and colouring area for small children. The staff were really helpful, especially when Nanna was looking for baby changing facilities and needed help with the lift. Nanna and the two year old also enjoyed a snack in the cafe - again staff were very helpful and the food was tasty! There was also a nice selection of reasonably priced gifts. We're looking forward to visiting again.
December 2019
Went on an event day, which was, for us, too busy. The tickets allowed to go in again within 6 days. Lovely and peaceful and managed to see round the palace. Staff very friendly and heloful. Our grandchildren had a great day
May 2018
Very interesting. Grandson enjoyed the hands on displays.
August 2017
New Forest Golf Club
(Less than a mile)
The second oldest golf club in Hampshire, New Forest Golf Club on the outskirts of Lyndhurst is renowned for its beauty and the excellence of the course. A relatively flat and easy walking par 69, it is a warm and welcoming environment with New Forest ponies and cattle roaming freely for good measure - so just keep an eye out where you hit that ball!
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Barton on Sea
(11 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
Milford on Sea
(11 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
Highcliffe Beach
(11 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.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(11 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
Lepe Beach
(12 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.
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