Key Features
- Property code: A416
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 5pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Just a short walk from the open Forest in the village of Bashley nestles Kingscliffe Cottage, a stunning blend of traditional thatched cob and contemporary open plan living. The original cottage dates back to around 1750, and oozes character with steeply angled staircase, exposed beams and low ceilings. The newly added contemporary extension offers a relaxing environment with family friendly living, dining and cooking space, opening out onto a paved terrace and lawn with plenty of seating options.
From the cottage the open Forest is a 10 minute stroll, with many walking and cycling routes to explore. The villages of Burley and Brockenhurst and the popular market town of Lymington are no more than a short drive away, as are the beaches at Highcliffe, Avon Beach, Barton on Sea and Milford on Sea. The closest town of New Milton has a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.
This thoughtfully-equipped, traditional cottage offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests, making an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Key Features
- Property code: A416
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 5pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Just a short walk from the open Forest in the village of Bashley nestles Kingscliffe Cottage, a stunning blend of traditional thatched cob and contemporary open plan living. The original cottage dates back to around 1750, and oozes character with steeply angled staircase, exposed beams and low ceilings. The newly added contemporary extension offers a relaxing environment with family friendly living, dining and cooking space, opening out onto a paved terrace and lawn with plenty of seating options.
From the cottage the open Forest is a 10 minute stroll, with many walking and cycling routes to explore. The villages of Burley and Brockenhurst and the popular market town of Lymington are no more than a short drive away, as are the beaches at Highcliffe, Avon Beach, Barton on Sea and Milford on Sea. The closest town of New Milton has a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.
This thoughtfully-equipped, traditional cottage offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests, making an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Entrance into lobby with hanging rail for coats.
Door to cosy snug with low beamed ceiling, electric log burner and seating for two guests.
Glass walkway through to open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with comfortable seating and Smart TV/DVD Player with bluetooth Sound Bar.
Dining table with seating for six guests and breakfast bar with 2 stools.
Kitchen has an induction hob and electric oven, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher, microwave and Nespresso coffee maker. Double doors leading to a paved terrace with outdoor seating.
Door to utility room with washer/dryer and through to shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Door from snug leads to ground floor master bedroom suite with double (4ft 6in) bed, Smart TV and door to outdoor seating area. En-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC, dressing room with wardrobe and feature slipper bath.
Steep and winding cottage stairs lead from snug to first floor study area with sofa and desk.
Bedroom 2 with king size (5ft) bed and built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 3 with twin (3ft) beds and built-in wardrobe.
The gardens surround the cottage, offering several seating options, with both relaxed chairs and dining set with parasol.
Buried deep in the heart of the New Forest, surrounded by beautiful countryside, is the little rural hamlet of Bashley.
As well as a well-stocked village shop and post office, Bashley has a great garden centre with a popular tearoom, The Potting Shed, which serves delicious breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon tea. For a bite to eat in the evening, the 200 year-old Rising Sun pub is less than a mile away in nearby Wootton. The dog-friendly pub serves traditional pub food and has a fantastic outdoor climbing frame and play area to keep the kids entertained. Alternatively, stop off at Ferndene farm shop to stock up on fresh, locally grown fruit and veg, free range dairy products, grass fed meat and outstanding homemade sausages, and cook up a mouth-watering feast in the comfort of your New Forest holiday cottage.
Bashley is only two miles inland from the Solent, making it a great base to explore the south coast’s beautiful beaches, like Highcliffe and Barton on Sea. The pretty villages of Brockenhurst and Burley and the bustling Georgian market town of Lymington are all within a short drive, and New Milton is just a couple of miles away, with supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and a weekly street market.
On private driveway for up to two cars.
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels), central heating (gas and underfloor heating), electricity, WiFi. Laptop/valuables safe.
Telephone: Incoming local calls and outgoing emergency calls.
Children: All ages welcome. Small children will need a helping hand to negotiate the steep cottage stairs. Travel cot (please bring own cot bedding), high chair and stair gate are available on request.
Pets: Regret no pets.
Bike Storage: In outdoor shed on wall mounted lockable bike rack.
No Smoking.
Shops: Local Post Office and convenience store – 5 minute walk, New Milton – 5 minute drive.
Pubs: The Rising Sun – 10 minute walk. The Plough (open early for a hearty breakfast!) – 5 minute drive.
Beaches: Highcliffe Castle, Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, within 6 miles (15/20 minutes by car).
Short breaks: Available low season bookable anytime, mid and high two weeks prior.
Changeover: Friday.
Check in times: 5pm
Check out times: 10am
Property: Self-catering holiday home.
The Rising Sun
(Less than a mile)
(9)
This pub has vast outdoor space with dedicated ‘fun-tastic’ climbing frame and play area for the kids. Whilst the little ones are entertained, adults can enjoy the areas award winning real ales and wines. Pub classics feature throughout the menu, alongside imaginative salads, puddings and desserts.
The Rising Sun (T:01425 610360) Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25 5SF
Such a wonderful country pub for all the family. They were very busy at the time of our arrival but managed to squeeze us in. Great service, lovely food and great outdoor play area for the children.
January 2023
Very nice pub good food and plenty of it .Dogs aloud inside and lots of room outside too .A good play area for small children .
June 2022
Fantastic outdoor play area. Very swift service and nice choice of food.
June 2022
Good wholesome food and plenty of choice off the menu. Ideal for the family after a long drive.
April 2022
We went here 3 times whilst staying nearby. Very child friendly with large play area and good children menu.
July 2021
Excellent pub. Very friendly staff . Had three meals there during our stay in Bashley. The meals were very good and reasonably priced.
July 2021
Lovely pub for a family lunch - Delicious food & the playground is awesome!
July 2021
The food here was tasty, plentiful and well priced. We ate here several times over the course of our stay. The staff were friendly and there was a good atmosphere about the place.
October 2019
Friendly and welcoming ... to dog as well as me! Indoor and outdoor environment provided relaxation while enjoying tasty meals. By using a footpath and the edge of the Forest from my holiday accommodation in Bashley I appreciated being able to walk there... complete with pony and foal views!
July 2019
The Plough Inn
(2 miles)
(6)
A welcoming village pub with large garden and children's play area, serving a good selection of home-cooked pub food including a dedicated pizza menu and childrens options. Quiz nights on Wednesdays and traditional Sunday Roasts pull in a crowd.
The Plough (T: 01425 610185) Tiptoe SO41 6FQ
Not a fan sorry
May 2023
We had a good reasonably priced meal here..
May 2023
Very nice lovely food, very nice people.dog made welcome.
April 2022
Great place too eat very friendly atmosphere & good food.
March 2022
Visited once during our stay. The food was good and the Wednesday evening pub quiz was great fun.
October 2019
Frequented this establishment more than others. Good service and good down to earth menu available. Good vegetarian options available. Also love the breakfasts offered. Far better then any other establishments attended in the area.
October 2018
Old Station Tea Rooms
(2 miles)
(10)
The perfect stop when out for a walk or destination out in the forest for some scrumptious food and drink. Set on the old station line when steam trains used to ferry passengers between Sway and Burley, these tearooms have a new lease of life. Serving hearty portions of well cooked food and deliciously naughty cakes and cream teas. There’s plenty of seating inside and out on the patios.
Old Station Tea Rooms (T: 01425 402468) Station Road, Holmsley BH24 4HY
Excellent to see a bit of the old railway still in evidence and put to such good and popular use. Even in early March the tea rooms were packed, but service still good. Would highly recommend a visit.
March 2024
Lovely tea rooms on our walk, they suggest booking in advance but was able to walk in off of our walk, sat outside, nice sandwiches & good cup of tea. Hot food also served, good service would call again
August 2023
Lovely walk from Burley before enjoying food and drink. Lots of outside seating which suited us as we have dogs. Food and service were first class
May 2022
lovely cycling stop for youngsters
September 2021
Excellent food & patient staff.
June 2021
An excellent cream tea although my wife's coffee could have been hotter.
December 2020
Great cafe with very nice cheese scones and breakfast options.
September 2020
Perfect stop for a cream tea when out cycling. Lovely place
August 2020
A lovely place to have breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. Cakes are delicious. Individual Lemon meringue cakes the biggest I've seen! Staff very welcoming and dogs allowed. There is currently scaffolding around the building which obviously spoils the look of the place but this is only temporary so don't let it put you off.
October 2019
Great place, good excellent and staff lovely
April 2019
The Three Bells
(3 miles)
(1)
A pub from the ‘Brewers Fayre’ chain, good for hearty burgers, pasta, grills and snacks at a fair price. There’s outdoor dining in the beer garden and plenty of parking.
The Three Bells (T: 01425 63828) Silver Street, Hordle, SO41 0FN
A pleasant treat and good value for those on a budget. The staff were friendly and accommodating for those with food intolerances and happily moved the menu around to match suitability. There is a petrol station next door reasonably priced so that you can fill up ready for the next adventure.
August 2022
The Wheatsheaf
(3 miles)
If you’re looking for a no-frills pub with friendly service and good honest food, The Wheatsheaf is worth the trip. It’s earned a solid reputation for its amazingly good value carvery and curry nights. There’s a log burner to keep you cosy on chilly nights, and when the weather warms up, venture outside to the large and pretty beer garden.
The Wheatsheaf (T: 01425 611082) Christchurch Road, New Milton BH25 6QJ
Burley Villa School of Riding
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Welcoming beginners, intermediate riders and seasoned pros, Burley Villa School of Riding in the heart of the New Forest gives you the chance to go horse riding across these ancient lands and take in its abundant natural beauty. Pony trails, Kids Brush n Ride activities, Western saddle riding lessons or simply a trot observing the wildlife - it’s the New Forest at its finest.
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Super day out. They are great at selecting the right horse for your ability, even if you are a bit nervous.
April 2019
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Taking the title as the home for the world’s most beautiful motorcycles, the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum is the brainchild of motorcycling legend Sammy Miller - 11 time British Champion, and winner of over 1400 events and counting - this is a living museum with almost every motorcycle in full running order. Perfect for petrol heads!
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Excellent day out and reasonably priced entrance fee.
October 2022
Amazing day out and main reason for visiting the area for my husbands 80th Birthday
October 2021
Very interestin* place and courtyard cafe was good
June 2021
Very interesting. However, the new extension was a bit stifling in masks when the sun was shining. Pleasant staff in tea room
September 2020
Great place for a visit. Interesting and cafe was good
August 2020
Fantastic and interesting visit. Great place to go on a day when the weather isn’t so good. Bit expensive but worth it.
April 2019
Brilliant, very interesting. Nice cafe serving delicious food.
August 2017
Hordle Lakes Course Fishing
(2 miles)
A carp fishery set in 11 acres with seven individual spring fed lakes, Course Fishing at Hordle Lakes is a chance for all ages and abilities to enjoy a day of fishing. With plenty of parking a short walk from the activity, fish for Bream, Tench, Perch, Rudd, Chub and Roach with huge bags being taken all year round.
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New Forest Photo Treks
(3 miles)
In a selfie culture who wouldn’t be interested in a New Forest Photo Trek? Treks designed around their photo taking opportunity, this is a unique opportunity to explore the New Forest with your family album in mind. Teaching you photographic composition, abstract, landscape, close up, exposure compensation, depth of field, as well as camera technique while you go on a gentle wander through the New Forest, it’s a chance to learn a skill and understand the area at the same time.
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Apple Court Gardens
(3 miles)
(3)
A beautiful formal garden created more than 30 years ago, in the abandoned, walled kitchen garden of Yeatton House. Today it is a plant lovers paradise, packed with unusual and mature flowers, shrubs and trees from around the world.
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We were disappointed that it is no longer open.
June 2023
as guests of Apple court house the gardens were available for us to browse- however, one day we found out someone had opened the gats and entered the gardens for themselves arguing that they had driven from Devon. Wrong time of year to get the advantage of the beauty but could visualise the attraction
March 2019
Good selection of healthy plants for sale.
July 2018
Barton on Sea
(3 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
(4 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
(4 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
(5 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
(5 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
January 2024
The owners very kindly left us lovely gifts to unwrap and decorated the property for Xmas which was an added bonus. Sadly there was no time to write an extremely positive review in the visitors book regards, Marty
November 2023
A very enjoyable visit in this quirky holiday let. The cottage itself is very old with a very low ceiling in the entrance hall (you do have to watch your head on the oak beams). The new extension is very modern and well designed although you do get a little road noise at times (it is quite a busy road). Well located, maintained to a high standard, comfortable beds. A very useful set of instructions about the different appliances from the owners, who have also made available the New Forest free parking badge to guests.
February 2023
We had a lovely week overall, blessed with three days of beautiful weather and we loved the one big modern extension where we could be together all of the time.
June 2022
A lovely cottage and we did enjoy our stay regardless of the points I have made.
April 2022
Lovely place, lovely weather. The outside area is really beautiful. Unfortunately the dishwasher broke down on the last day but these things happen!
July 2021
A very beautiful cottage - well appointed. Location is just right for the New Forest and the the coast.
July 2021
We had an absolutely blissful time in this wonderful cottage - Thank you! It was a perfect bolthole to explore the glorious New Forest area - Highly recommend The Rising Sun pub as the food was lovely & the playground great for our 4 year old! The local farm shop was brilliant, New Forest Wildlife park a hit, Bolderwood was great for deer-spotting & of course the beaches were stunning! We'll be back next year!!
June 2021
beautiful chocolate box cottage with the added bonus of the extension for space.
June 2019
We really loved this cottage which was well equipped and in a really excellent location in between the beach and the forest. The location and quaintness is its best asset. Thanks.
November 2018
We had a wonderful vacation and have now booked our summer holiday for 2019 at the same venue. Totally relaxing and was simply the perfect location to celebrate my wife's 50th with my family!
October 2018
Beautiful cottage fantastic for exploring the New forest and the coast.
October 2018
we loved our stay and can't wait to return. Thank you
May 2018
The cottage was lovely, we loved the fact that it was completely safe for the dog and that we could have the car in the driveway behind locked gates, if I had anything negative to say it would be that it would be difficult to walk in to the new forest as the road was very busy and there is no pathway directly outside the cottage, but this doc not spoil our holiday and I would not hesitate in returning or reccomending it to any one
March 2017
We had a lovely stay in this cosy warm cottage. Everything was there that we needed
August 2015
A superb cottage, extremely well situated for travelling around the New Forest and beyond. Very highly recommended.
April 2015
We had a fantastic experience at the cottage, the pictures really don't do it justice. It's extremely professionally renovated and the level of attention to detail is flawless. We will hopefully be back this year!
January 2015
Kingscliffe Cottage is absolutely superb - we could not fault it and would love to come back!
January 2015
Fabulous cottage! The interior is second to none. Easy access to any part of the south coast. Could not have wished for a better holiday. Loved it!
January 2015
Had a great week at Kingscliffe Cottage. It's been very well restored, beautifully furnished and is full of character!
January 2024
The owners very kindly left us lovely gifts to unwrap and decorated the property for Xmas which was an added bonus. Sadly there was no time to write an extremely positive review in the visitors book regards, Marty
November 2023
A very enjoyable visit in this quirky holiday let. The cottage itself is very old with a very low ceiling in the entrance hall (you do have to watch your head on the oak beams). The new extension is very modern and well designed although you do get a little road noise at times (it is quite a busy road). Well located, maintained to a high standard, comfortable beds. A very useful set of instructions about the different appliances from the owners, who have also made available the New Forest free parking badge to guests.
February 2023
We had a lovely week overall, blessed with three days of beautiful weather and we loved the one big modern extension where we could be together all of the time.
June 2022
A lovely cottage and we did enjoy our stay regardless of the points I have made.
April 2022
Lovely place, lovely weather. The outside area is really beautiful. Unfortunately the dishwasher broke down on the last day but these things happen!
July 2021
A very beautiful cottage - well appointed. Location is just right for the New Forest and the the coast.
July 2021
We had an absolutely blissful time in this wonderful cottage - Thank you! It was a perfect bolthole to explore the glorious New Forest area - Highly recommend The Rising Sun pub as the food was lovely & the playground great for our 4 year old! The local farm shop was brilliant, New Forest Wildlife park a hit, Bolderwood was great for deer-spotting & of course the beaches were stunning! We'll be back next year!!
June 2021
beautiful chocolate box cottage with the added bonus of the extension for space.
June 2019
We really loved this cottage which was well equipped and in a really excellent location in between the beach and the forest. The location and quaintness is its best asset. Thanks.
November 2018
We had a wonderful vacation and have now booked our summer holiday for 2019 at the same venue. Totally relaxing and was simply the perfect location to celebrate my wife's 50th with my family!
October 2018
Beautiful cottage fantastic for exploring the New forest and the coast.
October 2018
we loved our stay and can't wait to return. Thank you
May 2018
The cottage was lovely, we loved the fact that it was completely safe for the dog and that we could have the car in the driveway behind locked gates, if I had anything negative to say it would be that it would be difficult to walk in to the new forest as the road was very busy and there is no pathway directly outside the cottage, but this doc not spoil our holiday and I would not hesitate in returning or reccomending it to any one
March 2017
We had a lovely stay in this cosy warm cottage. Everything was there that we needed
August 2015
A superb cottage, extremely well situated for travelling around the New Forest and beyond. Very highly recommended.
April 2015
We had a fantastic experience at the cottage, the pictures really don't do it justice. It's extremely professionally renovated and the level of attention to detail is flawless. We will hopefully be back this year!
January 2015
Kingscliffe Cottage is absolutely superb - we could not fault it and would love to come back!
January 2015
Fabulous cottage! The interior is second to none. Easy access to any part of the south coast. Could not have wished for a better holiday. Loved it!
January 2015
Had a great week at Kingscliffe Cottage. It's been very well restored, beautifully furnished and is full of character!
The Rising Sun
(Less than a mile)
(9)
This pub has vast outdoor space with dedicated ‘fun-tastic’ climbing frame and play area for the kids. Whilst the little ones are entertained, adults can enjoy the areas award winning real ales and wines. Pub classics feature throughout the menu, alongside imaginative salads, puddings and desserts.
The Rising Sun (T:01425 610360) Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25 5SF
Such a wonderful country pub for all the family. They were very busy at the time of our arrival but managed to squeeze us in. Great service, lovely food and great outdoor play area for the children.
January 2023
Very nice pub good food and plenty of it .Dogs aloud inside and lots of room outside too .A good play area for small children .
June 2022
Fantastic outdoor play area. Very swift service and nice choice of food.
June 2022
Good wholesome food and plenty of choice off the menu. Ideal for the family after a long drive.
April 2022
We went here 3 times whilst staying nearby. Very child friendly with large play area and good children menu.
July 2021
Excellent pub. Very friendly staff . Had three meals there during our stay in Bashley. The meals were very good and reasonably priced.
July 2021
Lovely pub for a family lunch - Delicious food & the playground is awesome!
July 2021
The food here was tasty, plentiful and well priced. We ate here several times over the course of our stay. The staff were friendly and there was a good atmosphere about the place.
October 2019
Friendly and welcoming ... to dog as well as me! Indoor and outdoor environment provided relaxation while enjoying tasty meals. By using a footpath and the edge of the Forest from my holiday accommodation in Bashley I appreciated being able to walk there... complete with pony and foal views!
July 2019
The Plough Inn
(2 miles)
(6)
A welcoming village pub with large garden and children's play area, serving a good selection of home-cooked pub food including a dedicated pizza menu and childrens options. Quiz nights on Wednesdays and traditional Sunday Roasts pull in a crowd.
The Plough (T: 01425 610185) Tiptoe SO41 6FQ
Not a fan sorry
May 2023
We had a good reasonably priced meal here..
May 2023
Very nice lovely food, very nice people.dog made welcome.
April 2022
Great place too eat very friendly atmosphere & good food.
March 2022
Visited once during our stay. The food was good and the Wednesday evening pub quiz was great fun.
October 2019
Frequented this establishment more than others. Good service and good down to earth menu available. Good vegetarian options available. Also love the breakfasts offered. Far better then any other establishments attended in the area.
October 2018
Old Station Tea Rooms
(2 miles)
(10)
The perfect stop when out for a walk or destination out in the forest for some scrumptious food and drink. Set on the old station line when steam trains used to ferry passengers between Sway and Burley, these tearooms have a new lease of life. Serving hearty portions of well cooked food and deliciously naughty cakes and cream teas. There’s plenty of seating inside and out on the patios.
Old Station Tea Rooms (T: 01425 402468) Station Road, Holmsley BH24 4HY
Excellent to see a bit of the old railway still in evidence and put to such good and popular use. Even in early March the tea rooms were packed, but service still good. Would highly recommend a visit.
March 2024
Lovely tea rooms on our walk, they suggest booking in advance but was able to walk in off of our walk, sat outside, nice sandwiches & good cup of tea. Hot food also served, good service would call again
August 2023
Lovely walk from Burley before enjoying food and drink. Lots of outside seating which suited us as we have dogs. Food and service were first class
May 2022
lovely cycling stop for youngsters
September 2021
Excellent food & patient staff.
June 2021
An excellent cream tea although my wife's coffee could have been hotter.
December 2020
Great cafe with very nice cheese scones and breakfast options.
September 2020
Perfect stop for a cream tea when out cycling. Lovely place
August 2020
A lovely place to have breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. Cakes are delicious. Individual Lemon meringue cakes the biggest I've seen! Staff very welcoming and dogs allowed. There is currently scaffolding around the building which obviously spoils the look of the place but this is only temporary so don't let it put you off.
October 2019
Great place, good excellent and staff lovely
April 2019
The Three Bells
(3 miles)
(1)
A pub from the ‘Brewers Fayre’ chain, good for hearty burgers, pasta, grills and snacks at a fair price. There’s outdoor dining in the beer garden and plenty of parking.
The Three Bells (T: 01425 63828) Silver Street, Hordle, SO41 0FN
A pleasant treat and good value for those on a budget. The staff were friendly and accommodating for those with food intolerances and happily moved the menu around to match suitability. There is a petrol station next door reasonably priced so that you can fill up ready for the next adventure.
August 2022
The Wheatsheaf
(3 miles)
If you’re looking for a no-frills pub with friendly service and good honest food, The Wheatsheaf is worth the trip. It’s earned a solid reputation for its amazingly good value carvery and curry nights. There’s a log burner to keep you cosy on chilly nights, and when the weather warms up, venture outside to the large and pretty beer garden.
The Wheatsheaf (T: 01425 611082) Christchurch Road, New Milton BH25 6QJ
Burley Villa School of Riding
(Less than a mile)
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Welcoming beginners, intermediate riders and seasoned pros, Burley Villa School of Riding in the heart of the New Forest gives you the chance to go horse riding across these ancient lands and take in its abundant natural beauty. Pony trails, Kids Brush n Ride activities, Western saddle riding lessons or simply a trot observing the wildlife - it’s the New Forest at its finest.
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Super day out. They are great at selecting the right horse for your ability, even if you are a bit nervous.
April 2019
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
(Less than a mile)
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Taking the title as the home for the world’s most beautiful motorcycles, the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum is the brainchild of motorcycling legend Sammy Miller - 11 time British Champion, and winner of over 1400 events and counting - this is a living museum with almost every motorcycle in full running order. Perfect for petrol heads!
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Excellent day out and reasonably priced entrance fee.
October 2022
Amazing day out and main reason for visiting the area for my husbands 80th Birthday
October 2021
Very interestin* place and courtyard cafe was good
June 2021
Very interesting. However, the new extension was a bit stifling in masks when the sun was shining. Pleasant staff in tea room
September 2020
Great place for a visit. Interesting and cafe was good
August 2020
Fantastic and interesting visit. Great place to go on a day when the weather isn’t so good. Bit expensive but worth it.
April 2019
Brilliant, very interesting. Nice cafe serving delicious food.
August 2017
Hordle Lakes Course Fishing
(2 miles)
A carp fishery set in 11 acres with seven individual spring fed lakes, Course Fishing at Hordle Lakes is a chance for all ages and abilities to enjoy a day of fishing. With plenty of parking a short walk from the activity, fish for Bream, Tench, Perch, Rudd, Chub and Roach with huge bags being taken all year round.
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New Forest Photo Treks
(3 miles)
In a selfie culture who wouldn’t be interested in a New Forest Photo Trek? Treks designed around their photo taking opportunity, this is a unique opportunity to explore the New Forest with your family album in mind. Teaching you photographic composition, abstract, landscape, close up, exposure compensation, depth of field, as well as camera technique while you go on a gentle wander through the New Forest, it’s a chance to learn a skill and understand the area at the same time.
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Apple Court Gardens
(3 miles)
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A beautiful formal garden created more than 30 years ago, in the abandoned, walled kitchen garden of Yeatton House. Today it is a plant lovers paradise, packed with unusual and mature flowers, shrubs and trees from around the world.
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We were disappointed that it is no longer open.
June 2023
as guests of Apple court house the gardens were available for us to browse- however, one day we found out someone had opened the gats and entered the gardens for themselves arguing that they had driven from Devon. Wrong time of year to get the advantage of the beauty but could visualise the attraction
March 2019
Good selection of healthy plants for sale.
July 2018
Barton on Sea
(3 miles)
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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
(4 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
(4 miles)
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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
(5 miles)
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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
(5 miles)
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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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