Key Features
- Property code: A927
- 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
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Holly House is a tastefully furnished family holiday home in the small village of Nomansland. Comfortably sleeping seven guests in four bedrooms and pet friendly, the whole family can relax and enjoy all that this quiet area of the New Forest has to offer. Perfect for those looking to make a more environmentally conscious choice for their holiday, Holly Cottage boasts an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A, thanks to its self-sufficient energy source from solar panels, and also offers electric vehicle charging.
Inside, there is a spacious lounge with cosy wood burner for those chillier evenings and out of season breaks. From the well equipped kitchen a bright conservatory doubles up as a dining area and leads onto a peaceful garden, with outdoor seating and a raised pond where goldfish swim lazily by. The bedrooms have a touch of luxury, with high quality bedding, and there is plenty of parking on the private gated driveway.
Nomansland is centered around its traditional village green, where ponies, donkeys and pigs roam free, and cricket is played in the summer months. It’s an ideal spot to take a picnic, relax and watch the world go by. There is also a family friendly pub and French restaurant /bistro on the green - all just 5 minutes walk from Holly House. A short walk in the opposite direction from the house is a children’s play area and a large recreation ground with tennis courts and football pitch. With beautiful scenery, walks, cycle routes and pretty ponds right on the doorstep, Holly House is a great base from which to explore the quieter North side of the New Forest.
Further afield, the cathedral city of Salisbury is just a 30 minute drive, and for a fun-filled family day out visit Paultons Park the Home of Peppa Pig World, just a short 15 minute drive. The New Forest towns of Lyndhurst and Lymington are all within easy reach, as are the beaches of Hampshire and Dorset, including Lepe Country Park and Calshot Activity Centre.
Key Features
- Property code: A927
- 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
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Holly House is a tastefully furnished family holiday home in the small village of Nomansland. Comfortably sleeping seven guests in four bedrooms and pet friendly, the whole family can relax and enjoy all that this quiet area of the New Forest has to offer. Perfect for those looking to make a more environmentally conscious choice for their holiday, Holly Cottage boasts an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A, thanks to its self-sufficient energy source from solar panels, and also offers electric vehicle charging.
Inside, there is a spacious lounge with cosy wood burner for those chillier evenings and out of season breaks. From the well equipped kitchen a bright conservatory doubles up as a dining area and leads onto a peaceful garden, with outdoor seating and a raised pond where goldfish swim lazily by. The bedrooms have a touch of luxury, with high quality bedding, and there is plenty of parking on the private gated driveway.
Nomansland is centered around its traditional village green, where ponies, donkeys and pigs roam free, and cricket is played in the summer months. It’s an ideal spot to take a picnic, relax and watch the world go by. There is also a family friendly pub and French restaurant /bistro on the green - all just 5 minutes walk from Holly House. A short walk in the opposite direction from the house is a children’s play area and a large recreation ground with tennis courts and football pitch. With beautiful scenery, walks, cycle routes and pretty ponds right on the doorstep, Holly House is a great base from which to explore the quieter North side of the New Forest.
Further afield, the cathedral city of Salisbury is just a 30 minute drive, and for a fun-filled family day out visit Paultons Park the Home of Peppa Pig World, just a short 15 minute drive. The New Forest towns of Lyndhurst and Lymington are all within easy reach, as are the beaches of Hampshire and Dorset, including Lepe Country Park and Calshot Activity Centre.
Entrance into hallway with cloaks cupboard.
Door to lounge with comfortable seating, wood burning stove, TV with Chromecast adapter, DVD Player.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen with Rangemaster Range with gas hob and 2 full size electric ovens, dishwasher, larder fridge, microwave, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine and Bose ipod dock with Bluetooth adapter, 4 slice toaster.
**A Nespresso coffee machine is available to use at the house and a small number of capsules are provided as part of the welcome pack. If you wish to order additional capsules ahead of your stay, the machine uses Vertuo capsules which are available directly from Nespresso.com, Amazon and other outlets.There is also a cafetiere at the house if you prefer filter coffee**
Utility Room with washing machine, tumble dryer, American style fridge/freezer with water dispenser.
Conservatory with sofa and dining table seating 7 people. French doors to rear garden.
Stairs to the First Floor.
Master bedroom with continental king size (5ft 2) bed and wardrobe. En-suite shower room with power shower, basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with double (4ft 6) bed, hanging rail and drawer unit.
Bedroom 3 with double (4ft 6) bed, hanging rail and drawer unit.
Bedroom 4 with single (3ft 6) bed and fitted wardrobes.
Family bathroom with bath and power shower over, basin and WC, electric towel warmer.
The conservatory opens out onto a decked area with a raised pond, which can be covered for safety. A large flat lawn leads down to the seating area with outdoor table, parasol and chairs. Raised beds are planted with seasonal bedding, and the garden backs onto fields where deer, ponies and cattle are often seen. There is a charcoal barbeque, please bring your own coal.
Please ensure children are supervised at all times whilst in the garden.
Please note: The property includes a Ring Doorbell with video camera fitted outside the entrance of the property.
Nomansland
A holiday in Nomansland is just the ticket for guests looking for a relaxing and picture-perfect holiday in the New Forest. Surrounded by pockets of dappled woodland, streams, and rolling hills, Nomansland has all the ingredients for walking and cycling adventures, exploring the beautiful landscapes of the northern New Forest.
Nomansland is frequented by the National Park’s free-roaming ponies, donkeys, and cattle, who often gather on the village green overlooked by the hugely popular Lamb Inn pub and a French restaurant called Mirabelles, which is well-known all over the forest for its delicious offerings. For picnics and something quick for tea, there are village stores in the neighbouring villages of Landford and Plaitford, and for a big shop head to Totton (10 miles) for a choice of large supermarkets.
Our holiday cottages in Nomansland offer countryside living that is still close to amenities and attractions for easy days out and adventures for all ages. It’s a quick jaunt in the car to Longdown Activity Farm and the UK’s favourite family theme park, Paultons Park – home of Peppa Pig World, which is always a big hit with younger family members. A little further on are The New Forest Wildlife Park, Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Furzey Gardens and Mottisfont Abbey. And don’t forget, as the New Forest is on the south coast, it’s only 40 minutes to Lepe Country Park with its sandy beach and views across to the Isle of Wight.
There is parking for 3 cars on private driveway.
EV Charging This property offers electric vehicle charging. Please let us know at the time of booking; there will be a £30.00 per vehicle per week charge. Please bring your own charging cable.
Included: Bed linen and towels (please bring own beach towels), bath mats, Nest controlled gas central heating and hot water, softened water, fast WiFi, welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season.
Telephone: Mobile reception variable.
Children: All ages welcome. Travel cot (please bring own cot bedding), high chair and stair gates are available on request.
Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully house-trained and well behaved. Please note there is a standard charge of £30 per pet per week.
Bike Storage: In lockable garage.
No Smoking.
Shops: Landford Stores and Post Office (open every day including Sunday) – 3 minute drive, Nisa in Wellow – 10 minute drive.
Pubs: The Lamb and Les Mirabelles/Le Frog French restaurant/bistro – 5 minute walk, The Royal Oak, Fritham – 8 minute drive (as featured in the BBC Series “Remarkable Places to Eat”).
Short breaks: Accepted in the low season only.
Changeover: Friday.
Check in times: 4pm
Check out times: 10am
Property: Self-catering holiday home.
Returning guests will receive a loyalty discount, please enquire for more details.
Les Mirabelles
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A gorgeous French Restaurant in a beautiful little village. Everything about Mirabelles is exemplary. From the moment you step inside, to the last drop of their exceptional coffee. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, and cuisine simply wonderful. Open for lunch and dinner
Les Mirabelles (T: 01794 390 205) Forest Edge Road, Nomansland SP5 2BN
Good food, pleasant service, would recommend
August 2023
The Lamb Inn
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Known for fabulous home-cooked food and selection of well-kept real ales and wine selection. The menu at The Lamb is fun, eclectic and delicious in large portions. There’s a beer garden outside and New Forest ponies are often seen grazing in front of the pub. Dog friendly.
The Lamb Inn (T: 01794 390246) Forest Road, Nomansland SP5 2BP
Delicious food. All made very welcome, from OAPs to baby and in between!
April 2024
We went for dinner here whilst staying at Westwinds Annexe (from which it is walking distance). We enjoyed it, there was a lot of choice and a good atmosphere and we would gladly return. Pub has a great outlook onto the village green with the New Forest ponies and donkeys roaming about.
April 2024
We only went with the family for a drink but found the staff very helpful. As we had children with us we sat in the garden which probably could have been a bit nicer but did not spoil anything.
April 2022
A lovely country pub serving excellent food and good wine with great service, in a beautiful location with lots of forest walks right on the doorstep.
November 2021
We had a really lovely evening at The Lamb. The staff went out of their way to be friendly and helpful while maintaining Covid safety. The food arrived nicely presented and was delicious. There was plenty of space around our table, we didn't feel hemmed in and our dog could fit comfortably under the table, yet we felt part of a happy group of diners. Thank you.
October 2021
The Landford Poacher
(2 miles)
(1)
A welcoming, friendly pub in a quiet country setting. The menu features all the pub classics with some exciting additions, which are well cooked and come in large, hearty portions. For those who enjoy a carvery, head here on Sundays. Inside you’ll find a plenty of seating and a lovely log fire burning when it’s chilly. In summer, you can eat outside in the spacious beer garden.
The Lanflord Poacher (T: 01794 390353) Southampton Road, Pound Hill, Landford SP5 2EE
Really friendly pub with great staff and friendly locals. Food was excellent, good value pub food, well cooked and well presented. Would recommend to anyone.
September 2022
The Shoe Inn
(2 miles)
(1)
A friendly little pub, serving tasty pub classics, and a few twists on old favourites at very reasonable prices. Inside it’s bright and spacious and plenty of seating for both diners and drinkers. In winter months, there’s a large open fire burning to keep you feeling cosy.
The Shoe Inn (T: 01794 323399) Salisbury Road, Plaitford SO51 6EE
A fantastic pub in a lovely location. Excellent food. Made my family and the dogs very welcome. Would highly recommend.
April 2018
The Rockingham Arms
(3 miles)
(5)
A busy gastro pub in the countryside. A lovely ambience emanates from the warren of eating and drinking spaces. Beautifully furnished with deep comfy velvet and leather sofas, tables and chairs. There’s a sunny beer garden and plenty of parking. Menus are a selection of pub classics with the odd creative twist, all cooked really well. There is separate children’s menu and dedicated gluten free menu too. Dog friendly
The Rockingham Arms (T: 01794 324798) West Wellow SO51 6DE
Good food, nice atmosphere
October 2023
Superb Sunday Lunch with family and 1 year old. Well appointed, and attentive staff
September 2021
Great venue for food and very polite staff
June 2021
We had an amazing meal at the Rockingham Arms. The staff were so lovely and helpful - we had booked a table hoping our toddler would be fast asleep in her pushchair however she was wide awake! The staff were amazing and actually found a space for us away from everyone else where we could try and get her to sleep and also enjoy our meal. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.
September 2019
Wonderful service, friendly to children, impeccably decorated and maintained, and delicious food. Easily our best meal in the forest.
July 2017
Hamptworth Golf Club
(2 miles)
One of the finest golf courses in the south of England and having hosted major golf events, Hamptworth Golf Club is beautifully situated in the New Forest surrounded by ancient countryside. It has five international standard croquet lawns, two tennis courts and a fully equipped gym as well as the course itself, as well as a family friendly bar and award-winning restaurant to head to afterwards.
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Paultons Family Theme Park
(5 miles)
(4)
Paultons Family Theme Park, home to Peppa Pig World, features over 60 exciting rides and attractions and has been voted as the number 1 UK theme park for families. The Park is set within 140 acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of the New Forest National Park.
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Absolutely fabulous theme park - so clean, well laid out, plenty of staff, all helpful and friendly, great rides for the little ones, plenty of places to eat and drink and beautiful gardens. We will definitely visit again when next in the New Forest.
April 2022
Good entertainment for kids, so much to see and do, a good day out
August 2021
Our 2 year old absolutely loved Peppa world. I have to say I wasn’t sure what to expect but we really enjoyed it too! Plenty of rides for the little ones, well laid out with affordable eating options and plenty of toilets and baby change facilities too. Can imagine it gets very busy in the school holidays but we were slightly out of season so it was great!
September 2019
Our two year old thought it was the best thing ever, and is still exciting about visiting Peppa Pig's house and meeting his heroes. We thought that the rest of the park was more exciting (and shorter queues.) Many of the rides closed much later than the advertised closing time - so by staying later we got more time in the park and also avoided the worst of the queues to get out.
September 2017
Furzey Gardens
(5 miles)
(21)
Set in the heart of the New Forest at Minstead in Hampshire, this delightful informal garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty, and for being a haven of peace and tranquillity: Furzey Gardens.
Visited ast week -was able to take the dog in too - lovely area, lovely staff - well worth a visit. Great example of social enterprise/Minstead Trust. Would visit again.
February 2024
We enjoyed Furzey gardens whilst staying at house for Christmas. The tinsel fairy tree trail was great , did it 3 times just to see if any fairies were at home. We liked the sculptures and quirky art amongst the garden. We will come again in may to see rhododendron in full bloom.
January 2024
Wonderful for all ages. The autumn colours were marvellous in the late October sunshine and the entertainment for young children was superb.
November 2023
Lovely Gardens and very nice (and tasty) cafe. Lots of tree houses and play areas for small children. Would love to go earlier in the year when everything is in bloom.
August 2023
We visit furzey garden whenever we can and it never disappoints. A wonderful and pleasant place to explore and to unwind and follow up with tea and coffee and a snack at the cafe.
May 2023
A truly amazing garden, supporting a brilliant charity
July 2022
We went there for an afternoon with the children and it was delightful. The children enjoyed the fairies and the adults enjoyed the beautiful gardens. One warning we thought we could take the dog but she wasn't allowed.
April 2022
Well worth a visit, something to see in every season. Nice cafe that you can visit anytime for coffee & cake. Plenty of interest for children with climbing towers, swings, tadpoles in the lake and fairy doors to find!
April 2022
Lovely colorful gardens on a gentle slope with winding paths and pond. Cafe sells variety of cakes, including vegan ones and excellent cup of tea.
April 2022
Fabulous little gardens, doing brilliant work.
July 2021
Definitely worth a visit. It is necessary to book a visiting slot via their website during the pandemic due to controlling numbers.
June 2021
Staff very helpful and Covid precautions good.spent a lovely couple of hours there and a coffee and cake after in the thatched tearoom.would visit again.
September 2020
I would recommend a visit to these beautiful gardens. A little gem.
September 2020
Furzey is a wonderful tranquil spot full of hidden corners & fairy doors to explore. Beautiful in the autumn & I would love to visit in other seasons too. The cafe is full of wonderful locally home made cakes & would highly recommend the carrot, chocolate, ginger, victoria sponge & scones! There are also plants & lots of cards & gifts for sale all at very reasonable prices.
September 2019
Lovely place to spend a few hours in the sunshine. Really nice play area for kids in the woodland too - lots to climb and explore and a nice cafe too.
September 2019
wonderful place
June 2019
Peaceful and welcoming
May 2019
fantastic gardens well worth a visit
May 2019
Lovely place to visit. Lots to see and ideal for children to play in the woodland garden with its bothies, towers and hides.
September 2018
Lovely gardens - great views. Grandson thoroughly enjoyed trying to find all the fairy doors. Very enjoyable visit.
August 2017
Beautiful gardens especially for young children.
August 2017
New Forest Platinum Tours
(6 miles)
If you really want to see the New Forest in style, you need New Forest Platinum Tours. A family run business in Burley, they offer private chauffeur driven tours, day trips from Southampton and executive transportation in the New Forest for up to six passengers. Their popular Heart of the Forest Tour for example is four hours taking in the beauty of Brockenhurst, Beaulieu and Lyndhurst with flexibility to suit you.
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Broadlands Lake Course Fishery
(6 miles)
In an 82 acre estate with 30 acres of water off the M27 close to Romsey in Hampshire, Broadlands is known as one of the most beautiful coarse fisheries in the South. Fed from the chalk stream rivers of the famous river Test it’s a chance to fish for carp, pike, tench, roach, bream and eels, whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner.
Barton on Sea
(16 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 Beach
(16 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
(16 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
Avon Beach
(17 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Milford on Sea
(17 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
April 2024
We've had a wonderful week in this beautiful, well equipped house. We recommend The Lamb for Sunday roast. Easy access to all the places we wanted to visit. Thank you to everyone.
April 2024
We had an amazing relaxing week in this great house. The children loved seeing all the animals on the common and all the walks on our doorstep. We look forward to returning.
April 2024
Particularly enjoyed by 10 month old!
January 2024
We had a wonderful Christmas holiday at Holly House. Thank you for the wine and biscuit treats. We had a great time on the walks we did to Pipers Wait and Eyeworth Pond. The property was Incredibly cosy and had everything we needed. We look forward to returning in the near future.
September 2023
Lovely property, very well equipped, lovely garden and a nice quiet location.
August 2023
We had a great stay at Holly House. Kevin sent us an email suggesting places to eat and emailed straight back when we had a query at the property. I also left something behind at the end of the holiday and he got in touch and sent it back to me straightaway. The property is comfy, nicely decorated, had all the utensils we needed. We were left with biscuits, wine and milk and a selection of pods for the nesspreso machine. There was washing up liquid, washing machine tablets, tea towels and oven gloves which were a bonus as we've stayed at some properties where these aren't supplied! The village of Normansland is right in the forest with roaming ponies just up the road. We had a lovely meal at the Lamb and travelled to lots of easy to reach towns nearby, even a trip to Bournemouth beach. Would definitely recommend staying here. The only downside to our holiday was the rainy weather!
August 2023
Lovely family holiday from different parts of the country. Lots of walks from the house through the forest. Veg barn by the recreation ground has fantastic cakes, chutneys and extremely friendly. The birthday cake they made for our Granddaughter with 24 hours notice was superb. Fantastic house.
August 2023
In Holly House, we found delight, New Forest's charm, warm and bright. At Bournemouth beach, where waves did play, Our memories there, will forever stay. Moors Valley park, is natures grace. Each step, each climb, a wonder to embrace. The theme park thrills, excitement soared, Paulton's Park dino rollercoasters roared. Through rain-soaked paths, we strolled for miles, Ponies, cows and deer, making the treks worthwhile. Thank you for holiday moments we'll forever hold, In Holly House, were memories unfold.
August 2023
Very much
June 2023
April 2023 Holly House definitely sets a very high standard for a holiday let. Clean, bright and well stocked. Safe garden so no need to worry about the pooch. We managed to walk 70m +, mostly from the door! We enjoyed a morning boat ride on the Beaulieu River - superb birding, even a cheeky seal - organised via Wild New Forest, guided by Marcus Ward. Keyhaven Marshes was also a highlight. The Lamb and Le Frog were excellent, what a treat to be able to leave the car at home. The local scenery is fantastic - woods, heath and hills. Pipers Wait affords a 360 view - well worth a look. A big thank you to the Holly House team.
June 2023
26th May 2023 We have had a fabulous week staying at Holly House, thank you. We are a family of three generations and a dog and have found everything we need here. The house is clean, everything works as it should and also looks stylish! Going on holiday with a two year old and a baby of three months is challenging but this house was an excellent home for us for the week. We really enjoyed the garden its beautiful. Many thanks.
May 2023
Everything we needed seemed to be provided, great attention to detail. Lovely house lovely garden
May 2023
HH was an excellent property. Very clean, well stocked, secure garden, comfy bed and lots of hot water. The owners were very helpful prior to and during our stay. Walks from the door inc an excellent local pub and restaurant. The only reason I have downgraded the location is that HH is on a street and therefore surrounded by property but only on 3 sides. We would usually prefer a more secluded plot eg. Church Cottage, Burley. Would highly recommend HH.
April 2023
Lovely house in a quiet village & well located between Salisbury & Southampton for exploring New Forest and coast. Spacious and relaxing with very comfortable chairs and beds and fully equipped kitchen. EV charger great as limited public charging options. Good for family & friends with fully enclosed garden for dog and nearby walks to explore.
October 2022
Very well equipped Cottage every thing we needed and more. Fantastic secure garden for the dogs. Lovely location with easy local walks.
September 2022
Unrivalled two week stay. Perfect location for the New Forest and surrounds. Holly House was 'home from home'. The house was brilliant, clean, comfortable and 'top notch'. Everything you could wish for was provided. The garden was a delight, both during the day and evenings, with lovely lighting, a water feature and a pond. So secure for dogs to enjoy as well. Highly recommended. We would choose to stay again without hesitation, if the opportunity/requirement arises. Thank You.
September 2022
Holly House was absolutely wonderful, the best place we have stayed in many many years of cottage holidays. Standard of furnishing and cleanliness was outstanding and so nice to have a lovely well maintained garden. Text from Kevin, the owner, we received on arrival, checking everything was okay, was much appreciated. We would not hesitate to return and would be more than happy to recommend Holly House to anyone. Special thanks to Kevin, the housekeeper and gardener for all their hard work in helping us have a wonderful holiday.
August 2022
Well appointed property. Homely feel, lovely big quiet garden to relax. Good Location to explore the quieter Northern side of the New Forest and most other places within 30 minutes drive including the coast. Lots of dog walks available within walking distance of the property and even more within a 10 minute drive. Plenty of nice pubs for food. Would happily stay again.
July 2022
From the minute we arrived at Holly House we felt at home. The house is beautifully finished with all the comforts of home. We 've had some lovely walks straight from the house and did a couple further afield too. The Lamb became our second home, and we ate extremely well there. My husband ordered a 10oz steak one night, and it was one of the best he's ever eaten. The staff and ambience were great all week. The staff made us feel very welcome. We've stayed in many different 'holiday homes' over the years but Holly House is going to be a hard act to follow.... Comfortable beds, lots of room and the conservatory on a sunny morning, nowhere nicer for early morning cup of tea. Hope to return again soon. Thank you.
July 2022
We have had a lovely, relaxing week at Holly House. We appreciated all the thoughtful little touches which have made our stay delightful. In all the years we have spent holidaying with our dogs, the Holly garden is the most outstanding! Fully enclosed and safe, with no doggy hazards! The lawn was mown and the flowerbeds well maintained. We have enjoyed sitting by the pond listening to the bubbling water and wished we had installed a water feature years ago! We echo other comments about great walks. A big thank you to the owners for all the love and care you have put into Holly House and shared with us. Also a big thank you to the cleaning team, the house was beautifully presented.
June 2022
Holly House is the perfect place for a family holiday. The house is large and spacious, the location is quiet and close to everything, and has everything you might need. Communication was clear and easy.
April 2022
We had a wonderful stay at Holly House. The property and position were exactly what we needed and also only an hour from home. Any questions we had for Kevin were always responded to in a matter of minutes.
November 2021
The cottage is great, and well equipped with everything you need. We loved it, especially the comfy beds and crisp clean white cotton bed linen. It’s a great forest location too, with beautiful walks and a good pub right on the doorstep. We definitely recommend Holly House!
November 2021
Contact from the owner was appreciated. The property was very clean. The provision of milk, wine, kitchen store cupboard ingredients, cling film & foil, dishwasher & laundry tablets, tissues etc. made a really positive difference to our enjoyment of our stay at Holly House.
October 2021
Before our holiday we had a quick welcome call from the owner checking we knew the location of the key-safe and where to find the Wi-Fi code. Also recommending some dog friendly eateries and places to visit. On our arrival Holly House looked pristine, crisply clean, light and airy. Thank you to the excellent cleaning team. Thanks for the welcome goodies and the well organised and thorough (but not overwhelming) information file. We enjoyed the descriptions of the walks, with the photos including a little white dog, clear maps and postcodes. We particularly enjoyed Pipers Wait. The house was spacious and pleasing, everything we could need was thoughtfully provided – even umbrellas and a long handled shoe horn by the front door. Personally I was impressed by the two refrigerators, quite often there is only one tiny one. The efficient heating was needed as, although we had some beautifully sunny days, it was cold in the evenings. The easy to use boosters for the heaters in the conservatory were quick to make it toasty warm. We enjoyed the dog secure and colourful garden with it's pretty dahlias, fuchsias, roses and autumn bedding. The colour change lights in the fish pond were a nice touch, as were the festoon of little solar lights along the fence. Luxury bedding and comfy beds added to our enjoyment. We can thoroughly recommend Holly House.
August 2021
Thank you for letting us use your house during our week in the New Forest. The house was very clean on arrival, with everything laid out was very easy to use. The location of the house in Nomansland is situated well to explore the local areas. We have been to Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Limington, Burley, Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard, Fritham and the New Forest Wildlife Park. We brought our bikes and went on a couple of cycle routes, and we used the routes set out by Cyle Experience via their app. Lots of routes go from Brockenhurst, but there are lots of routes in the area. We would definitely return to the area and Holly House!
August 2021
Thank you for a delightful visit. the house is so welcoming and the surroundings are beautiful. We've had some great walks, outings, picnics, and pub grub- Don't want to leave!
August 2021
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. Just what we needed after the year everyone has had. The house itself has been beautifully decorated, everything has been thought of for you even down to the wash capsules! We felt at home here. The location was perfectly quiet with easy access to the New Forest walks and trails such as pipers wait and janesmoore pond. Local pubs such as the lamb inn, Rockingham arms, and the green dragon, are certainly worth a visit. We found neighbouring areas easy to navigate, such as Portsmouth, Bath, Longleat, Lulworth Cove/ Durdle Door and Bournemouth. Our family have really enjoyed our stay here and we look forward to returning to explore New Forest even more.
July 2021
Great holiday for 3 generation family. Plenty to do nearby. Ample room and a lovely garden.
June 2021
Holly cottage is a great location for exploring the new forest the house is well equipped and the garden is great for the dogs and enjoying family time and a bbq. Overall we had a wonderful stay and the host was extremely helpful. Due to the very hot weather we requested a fan for the house and a brand new dyson fan was delivered the next day great service and we will return
June 2021
Thank you for having us to be your first guests. We've thoroughly enjoyed our stay and absolutely love Nomansland. The Lamb Inn is a wonderful place for drinks and food, as is Le Frog! Holly House provided absolutely everything we needed and felt at home straight away. It's perfectly situated with lovely walks and access to some great towns and places to visit. We'd definitely return to Holly House and Nomansland.
April 2024
We've had a wonderful week in this beautiful, well equipped house. We recommend The Lamb for Sunday roast. Easy access to all the places we wanted to visit. Thank you to everyone.
April 2024
We had an amazing relaxing week in this great house. The children loved seeing all the animals on the common and all the walks on our doorstep. We look forward to returning.
April 2024
Particularly enjoyed by 10 month old!
January 2024
We had a wonderful Christmas holiday at Holly House. Thank you for the wine and biscuit treats. We had a great time on the walks we did to Pipers Wait and Eyeworth Pond. The property was Incredibly cosy and had everything we needed. We look forward to returning in the near future.
September 2023
Lovely property, very well equipped, lovely garden and a nice quiet location.
August 2023
We had a great stay at Holly House. Kevin sent us an email suggesting places to eat and emailed straight back when we had a query at the property. I also left something behind at the end of the holiday and he got in touch and sent it back to me straightaway. The property is comfy, nicely decorated, had all the utensils we needed. We were left with biscuits, wine and milk and a selection of pods for the nesspreso machine. There was washing up liquid, washing machine tablets, tea towels and oven gloves which were a bonus as we've stayed at some properties where these aren't supplied! The village of Normansland is right in the forest with roaming ponies just up the road. We had a lovely meal at the Lamb and travelled to lots of easy to reach towns nearby, even a trip to Bournemouth beach. Would definitely recommend staying here. The only downside to our holiday was the rainy weather!
August 2023
Lovely family holiday from different parts of the country. Lots of walks from the house through the forest. Veg barn by the recreation ground has fantastic cakes, chutneys and extremely friendly. The birthday cake they made for our Granddaughter with 24 hours notice was superb. Fantastic house.
August 2023
In Holly House, we found delight, New Forest's charm, warm and bright. At Bournemouth beach, where waves did play, Our memories there, will forever stay. Moors Valley park, is natures grace. Each step, each climb, a wonder to embrace. The theme park thrills, excitement soared, Paulton's Park dino rollercoasters roared. Through rain-soaked paths, we strolled for miles, Ponies, cows and deer, making the treks worthwhile. Thank you for holiday moments we'll forever hold, In Holly House, were memories unfold.
August 2023
Very much
June 2023
April 2023 Holly House definitely sets a very high standard for a holiday let. Clean, bright and well stocked. Safe garden so no need to worry about the pooch. We managed to walk 70m +, mostly from the door! We enjoyed a morning boat ride on the Beaulieu River - superb birding, even a cheeky seal - organised via Wild New Forest, guided by Marcus Ward. Keyhaven Marshes was also a highlight. The Lamb and Le Frog were excellent, what a treat to be able to leave the car at home. The local scenery is fantastic - woods, heath and hills. Pipers Wait affords a 360 view - well worth a look. A big thank you to the Holly House team.
June 2023
26th May 2023 We have had a fabulous week staying at Holly House, thank you. We are a family of three generations and a dog and have found everything we need here. The house is clean, everything works as it should and also looks stylish! Going on holiday with a two year old and a baby of three months is challenging but this house was an excellent home for us for the week. We really enjoyed the garden its beautiful. Many thanks.
May 2023
Everything we needed seemed to be provided, great attention to detail. Lovely house lovely garden
May 2023
HH was an excellent property. Very clean, well stocked, secure garden, comfy bed and lots of hot water. The owners were very helpful prior to and during our stay. Walks from the door inc an excellent local pub and restaurant. The only reason I have downgraded the location is that HH is on a street and therefore surrounded by property but only on 3 sides. We would usually prefer a more secluded plot eg. Church Cottage, Burley. Would highly recommend HH.
April 2023
Lovely house in a quiet village & well located between Salisbury & Southampton for exploring New Forest and coast. Spacious and relaxing with very comfortable chairs and beds and fully equipped kitchen. EV charger great as limited public charging options. Good for family & friends with fully enclosed garden for dog and nearby walks to explore.
October 2022
Very well equipped Cottage every thing we needed and more. Fantastic secure garden for the dogs. Lovely location with easy local walks.
September 2022
Unrivalled two week stay. Perfect location for the New Forest and surrounds. Holly House was 'home from home'. The house was brilliant, clean, comfortable and 'top notch'. Everything you could wish for was provided. The garden was a delight, both during the day and evenings, with lovely lighting, a water feature and a pond. So secure for dogs to enjoy as well. Highly recommended. We would choose to stay again without hesitation, if the opportunity/requirement arises. Thank You.
September 2022
Holly House was absolutely wonderful, the best place we have stayed in many many years of cottage holidays. Standard of furnishing and cleanliness was outstanding and so nice to have a lovely well maintained garden. Text from Kevin, the owner, we received on arrival, checking everything was okay, was much appreciated. We would not hesitate to return and would be more than happy to recommend Holly House to anyone. Special thanks to Kevin, the housekeeper and gardener for all their hard work in helping us have a wonderful holiday.
August 2022
Well appointed property. Homely feel, lovely big quiet garden to relax. Good Location to explore the quieter Northern side of the New Forest and most other places within 30 minutes drive including the coast. Lots of dog walks available within walking distance of the property and even more within a 10 minute drive. Plenty of nice pubs for food. Would happily stay again.
July 2022
From the minute we arrived at Holly House we felt at home. The house is beautifully finished with all the comforts of home. We 've had some lovely walks straight from the house and did a couple further afield too. The Lamb became our second home, and we ate extremely well there. My husband ordered a 10oz steak one night, and it was one of the best he's ever eaten. The staff and ambience were great all week. The staff made us feel very welcome. We've stayed in many different 'holiday homes' over the years but Holly House is going to be a hard act to follow.... Comfortable beds, lots of room and the conservatory on a sunny morning, nowhere nicer for early morning cup of tea. Hope to return again soon. Thank you.
July 2022
We have had a lovely, relaxing week at Holly House. We appreciated all the thoughtful little touches which have made our stay delightful. In all the years we have spent holidaying with our dogs, the Holly garden is the most outstanding! Fully enclosed and safe, with no doggy hazards! The lawn was mown and the flowerbeds well maintained. We have enjoyed sitting by the pond listening to the bubbling water and wished we had installed a water feature years ago! We echo other comments about great walks. A big thank you to the owners for all the love and care you have put into Holly House and shared with us. Also a big thank you to the cleaning team, the house was beautifully presented.
June 2022
Holly House is the perfect place for a family holiday. The house is large and spacious, the location is quiet and close to everything, and has everything you might need. Communication was clear and easy.
April 2022
We had a wonderful stay at Holly House. The property and position were exactly what we needed and also only an hour from home. Any questions we had for Kevin were always responded to in a matter of minutes.
November 2021
The cottage is great, and well equipped with everything you need. We loved it, especially the comfy beds and crisp clean white cotton bed linen. It’s a great forest location too, with beautiful walks and a good pub right on the doorstep. We definitely recommend Holly House!
November 2021
Contact from the owner was appreciated. The property was very clean. The provision of milk, wine, kitchen store cupboard ingredients, cling film & foil, dishwasher & laundry tablets, tissues etc. made a really positive difference to our enjoyment of our stay at Holly House.
October 2021
Before our holiday we had a quick welcome call from the owner checking we knew the location of the key-safe and where to find the Wi-Fi code. Also recommending some dog friendly eateries and places to visit. On our arrival Holly House looked pristine, crisply clean, light and airy. Thank you to the excellent cleaning team. Thanks for the welcome goodies and the well organised and thorough (but not overwhelming) information file. We enjoyed the descriptions of the walks, with the photos including a little white dog, clear maps and postcodes. We particularly enjoyed Pipers Wait. The house was spacious and pleasing, everything we could need was thoughtfully provided – even umbrellas and a long handled shoe horn by the front door. Personally I was impressed by the two refrigerators, quite often there is only one tiny one. The efficient heating was needed as, although we had some beautifully sunny days, it was cold in the evenings. The easy to use boosters for the heaters in the conservatory were quick to make it toasty warm. We enjoyed the dog secure and colourful garden with it's pretty dahlias, fuchsias, roses and autumn bedding. The colour change lights in the fish pond were a nice touch, as were the festoon of little solar lights along the fence. Luxury bedding and comfy beds added to our enjoyment. We can thoroughly recommend Holly House.
August 2021
Thank you for letting us use your house during our week in the New Forest. The house was very clean on arrival, with everything laid out was very easy to use. The location of the house in Nomansland is situated well to explore the local areas. We have been to Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Limington, Burley, Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard, Fritham and the New Forest Wildlife Park. We brought our bikes and went on a couple of cycle routes, and we used the routes set out by Cyle Experience via their app. Lots of routes go from Brockenhurst, but there are lots of routes in the area. We would definitely return to the area and Holly House!
August 2021
Thank you for a delightful visit. the house is so welcoming and the surroundings are beautiful. We've had some great walks, outings, picnics, and pub grub- Don't want to leave!
August 2021
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. Just what we needed after the year everyone has had. The house itself has been beautifully decorated, everything has been thought of for you even down to the wash capsules! We felt at home here. The location was perfectly quiet with easy access to the New Forest walks and trails such as pipers wait and janesmoore pond. Local pubs such as the lamb inn, Rockingham arms, and the green dragon, are certainly worth a visit. We found neighbouring areas easy to navigate, such as Portsmouth, Bath, Longleat, Lulworth Cove/ Durdle Door and Bournemouth. Our family have really enjoyed our stay here and we look forward to returning to explore New Forest even more.
July 2021
Great holiday for 3 generation family. Plenty to do nearby. Ample room and a lovely garden.
June 2021
Holly cottage is a great location for exploring the new forest the house is well equipped and the garden is great for the dogs and enjoying family time and a bbq. Overall we had a wonderful stay and the host was extremely helpful. Due to the very hot weather we requested a fan for the house and a brand new dyson fan was delivered the next day great service and we will return
June 2021
Thank you for having us to be your first guests. We've thoroughly enjoyed our stay and absolutely love Nomansland. The Lamb Inn is a wonderful place for drinks and food, as is Le Frog! Holly House provided absolutely everything we needed and felt at home straight away. It's perfectly situated with lovely walks and access to some great towns and places to visit. We'd definitely return to Holly House and Nomansland.
Les Mirabelles
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A gorgeous French Restaurant in a beautiful little village. Everything about Mirabelles is exemplary. From the moment you step inside, to the last drop of their exceptional coffee. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, and cuisine simply wonderful. Open for lunch and dinner
Les Mirabelles (T: 01794 390 205) Forest Edge Road, Nomansland SP5 2BN
Good food, pleasant service, would recommend
August 2023
The Lamb Inn
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Known for fabulous home-cooked food and selection of well-kept real ales and wine selection. The menu at The Lamb is fun, eclectic and delicious in large portions. There’s a beer garden outside and New Forest ponies are often seen grazing in front of the pub. Dog friendly.
The Lamb Inn (T: 01794 390246) Forest Road, Nomansland SP5 2BP
Delicious food. All made very welcome, from OAPs to baby and in between!
April 2024
We went for dinner here whilst staying at Westwinds Annexe (from which it is walking distance). We enjoyed it, there was a lot of choice and a good atmosphere and we would gladly return. Pub has a great outlook onto the village green with the New Forest ponies and donkeys roaming about.
April 2024
We only went with the family for a drink but found the staff very helpful. As we had children with us we sat in the garden which probably could have been a bit nicer but did not spoil anything.
April 2022
A lovely country pub serving excellent food and good wine with great service, in a beautiful location with lots of forest walks right on the doorstep.
November 2021
We had a really lovely evening at The Lamb. The staff went out of their way to be friendly and helpful while maintaining Covid safety. The food arrived nicely presented and was delicious. There was plenty of space around our table, we didn't feel hemmed in and our dog could fit comfortably under the table, yet we felt part of a happy group of diners. Thank you.
October 2021
The Landford Poacher
(2 miles)
(1)
A welcoming, friendly pub in a quiet country setting. The menu features all the pub classics with some exciting additions, which are well cooked and come in large, hearty portions. For those who enjoy a carvery, head here on Sundays. Inside you’ll find a plenty of seating and a lovely log fire burning when it’s chilly. In summer, you can eat outside in the spacious beer garden.
The Lanflord Poacher (T: 01794 390353) Southampton Road, Pound Hill, Landford SP5 2EE
Really friendly pub with great staff and friendly locals. Food was excellent, good value pub food, well cooked and well presented. Would recommend to anyone.
September 2022
The Shoe Inn
(2 miles)
(1)
A friendly little pub, serving tasty pub classics, and a few twists on old favourites at very reasonable prices. Inside it’s bright and spacious and plenty of seating for both diners and drinkers. In winter months, there’s a large open fire burning to keep you feeling cosy.
The Shoe Inn (T: 01794 323399) Salisbury Road, Plaitford SO51 6EE
A fantastic pub in a lovely location. Excellent food. Made my family and the dogs very welcome. Would highly recommend.
April 2018
The Rockingham Arms
(3 miles)
(5)
A busy gastro pub in the countryside. A lovely ambience emanates from the warren of eating and drinking spaces. Beautifully furnished with deep comfy velvet and leather sofas, tables and chairs. There’s a sunny beer garden and plenty of parking. Menus are a selection of pub classics with the odd creative twist, all cooked really well. There is separate children’s menu and dedicated gluten free menu too. Dog friendly
The Rockingham Arms (T: 01794 324798) West Wellow SO51 6DE
Good food, nice atmosphere
October 2023
Superb Sunday Lunch with family and 1 year old. Well appointed, and attentive staff
September 2021
Great venue for food and very polite staff
June 2021
We had an amazing meal at the Rockingham Arms. The staff were so lovely and helpful - we had booked a table hoping our toddler would be fast asleep in her pushchair however she was wide awake! The staff were amazing and actually found a space for us away from everyone else where we could try and get her to sleep and also enjoy our meal. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.
September 2019
Wonderful service, friendly to children, impeccably decorated and maintained, and delicious food. Easily our best meal in the forest.
July 2017
Hamptworth Golf Club
(2 miles)
One of the finest golf courses in the south of England and having hosted major golf events, Hamptworth Golf Club is beautifully situated in the New Forest surrounded by ancient countryside. It has five international standard croquet lawns, two tennis courts and a fully equipped gym as well as the course itself, as well as a family friendly bar and award-winning restaurant to head to afterwards.
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Paultons Family Theme Park
(5 miles)
(4)
Paultons Family Theme Park, home to Peppa Pig World, features over 60 exciting rides and attractions and has been voted as the number 1 UK theme park for families. The Park is set within 140 acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of the New Forest National Park.
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Absolutely fabulous theme park - so clean, well laid out, plenty of staff, all helpful and friendly, great rides for the little ones, plenty of places to eat and drink and beautiful gardens. We will definitely visit again when next in the New Forest.
April 2022
Good entertainment for kids, so much to see and do, a good day out
August 2021
Our 2 year old absolutely loved Peppa world. I have to say I wasn’t sure what to expect but we really enjoyed it too! Plenty of rides for the little ones, well laid out with affordable eating options and plenty of toilets and baby change facilities too. Can imagine it gets very busy in the school holidays but we were slightly out of season so it was great!
September 2019
Our two year old thought it was the best thing ever, and is still exciting about visiting Peppa Pig's house and meeting his heroes. We thought that the rest of the park was more exciting (and shorter queues.) Many of the rides closed much later than the advertised closing time - so by staying later we got more time in the park and also avoided the worst of the queues to get out.
September 2017
Furzey Gardens
(5 miles)
(21)
Set in the heart of the New Forest at Minstead in Hampshire, this delightful informal garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty, and for being a haven of peace and tranquillity: Furzey Gardens.
Visited ast week -was able to take the dog in too - lovely area, lovely staff - well worth a visit. Great example of social enterprise/Minstead Trust. Would visit again.
February 2024
We enjoyed Furzey gardens whilst staying at house for Christmas. The tinsel fairy tree trail was great , did it 3 times just to see if any fairies were at home. We liked the sculptures and quirky art amongst the garden. We will come again in may to see rhododendron in full bloom.
January 2024
Wonderful for all ages. The autumn colours were marvellous in the late October sunshine and the entertainment for young children was superb.
November 2023
Lovely Gardens and very nice (and tasty) cafe. Lots of tree houses and play areas for small children. Would love to go earlier in the year when everything is in bloom.
August 2023
We visit furzey garden whenever we can and it never disappoints. A wonderful and pleasant place to explore and to unwind and follow up with tea and coffee and a snack at the cafe.
May 2023
A truly amazing garden, supporting a brilliant charity
July 2022
We went there for an afternoon with the children and it was delightful. The children enjoyed the fairies and the adults enjoyed the beautiful gardens. One warning we thought we could take the dog but she wasn't allowed.
April 2022
Well worth a visit, something to see in every season. Nice cafe that you can visit anytime for coffee & cake. Plenty of interest for children with climbing towers, swings, tadpoles in the lake and fairy doors to find!
April 2022
Lovely colorful gardens on a gentle slope with winding paths and pond. Cafe sells variety of cakes, including vegan ones and excellent cup of tea.
April 2022
Fabulous little gardens, doing brilliant work.
July 2021
Definitely worth a visit. It is necessary to book a visiting slot via their website during the pandemic due to controlling numbers.
June 2021
Staff very helpful and Covid precautions good.spent a lovely couple of hours there and a coffee and cake after in the thatched tearoom.would visit again.
September 2020
I would recommend a visit to these beautiful gardens. A little gem.
September 2020
Furzey is a wonderful tranquil spot full of hidden corners & fairy doors to explore. Beautiful in the autumn & I would love to visit in other seasons too. The cafe is full of wonderful locally home made cakes & would highly recommend the carrot, chocolate, ginger, victoria sponge & scones! There are also plants & lots of cards & gifts for sale all at very reasonable prices.
September 2019
Lovely place to spend a few hours in the sunshine. Really nice play area for kids in the woodland too - lots to climb and explore and a nice cafe too.
September 2019
wonderful place
June 2019
Peaceful and welcoming
May 2019
fantastic gardens well worth a visit
May 2019
Lovely place to visit. Lots to see and ideal for children to play in the woodland garden with its bothies, towers and hides.
September 2018
Lovely gardens - great views. Grandson thoroughly enjoyed trying to find all the fairy doors. Very enjoyable visit.
August 2017
Beautiful gardens especially for young children.
August 2017
New Forest Platinum Tours
(6 miles)
If you really want to see the New Forest in style, you need New Forest Platinum Tours. A family run business in Burley, they offer private chauffeur driven tours, day trips from Southampton and executive transportation in the New Forest for up to six passengers. Their popular Heart of the Forest Tour for example is four hours taking in the beauty of Brockenhurst, Beaulieu and Lyndhurst with flexibility to suit you.
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Broadlands Lake Course Fishery
(6 miles)
In an 82 acre estate with 30 acres of water off the M27 close to Romsey in Hampshire, Broadlands is known as one of the most beautiful coarse fisheries in the South. Fed from the chalk stream rivers of the famous river Test it’s a chance to fish for carp, pike, tench, roach, bream and eels, whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner.
Barton on Sea
(16 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 Beach
(16 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
(16 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
Avon Beach
(17 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Milford on Sea
(17 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
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