Key Features
- Property code: A721
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4.30pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Set in a quiet residential area, this attractive cottage offers fantastic holiday accommodation for up to four people. Carefully extended, and refurbished the cottage exudes an ambiance of relaxation and welcome with comfortable living spaces, a cosy open fire for those out of season breaks, a sunny garden and ample parking.
From here you can easily walk to Burley village centre down the quite lane where you are likely to see the ponies and donkeys roaming free. During the Autumn pannage season you may see pigs ambling past – hence the name of the cottage! The village has several quirky shops many with a witch’s theme and a number of popular pubs and cafés. There are also two providers of beauty treatments in the village.
Burley is a great location if you are a keen cyclist with many routes starting from the village. Bring your own or hire from Forest Leisure Cycling in the village centre.
Located in the heart of the New Forest National Park, Piglets is the perfect cottage to stay in if you want to take advantage of the many outdoor activities on offer including walking, horse riding (riding stables in the village), and cycling. Just 20 minutes away you will find the sandy beaches of Highcliffe, Mudeford and Bournemouth with option to hire paddleboards, kayaks etc.
Please note that access to Piglets is via an unmade gravel track. Please drive carefully as there may be potholes.
Key Features
- Property code: A721
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4.30pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Set in a quiet residential area, this attractive cottage offers fantastic holiday accommodation for up to four people. Carefully extended, and refurbished the cottage exudes an ambiance of relaxation and welcome with comfortable living spaces, a cosy open fire for those out of season breaks, a sunny garden and ample parking.
From here you can easily walk to Burley village centre down the quite lane where you are likely to see the ponies and donkeys roaming free. During the Autumn pannage season you may see pigs ambling past – hence the name of the cottage! The village has several quirky shops many with a witch’s theme and a number of popular pubs and cafés. There are also two providers of beauty treatments in the village.
Burley is a great location if you are a keen cyclist with many routes starting from the village. Bring your own or hire from Forest Leisure Cycling in the village centre.
Located in the heart of the New Forest National Park, Piglets is the perfect cottage to stay in if you want to take advantage of the many outdoor activities on offer including walking, horse riding (riding stables in the village), and cycling. Just 20 minutes away you will find the sandy beaches of Highcliffe, Mudeford and Bournemouth with option to hire paddleboards, kayaks etc.
Please note that access to Piglets is via an unmade gravel track. Please drive carefully as there may be potholes.
Entrance via front door into hallway.
Door to lounge with feature open fireplace and Smart TV.
Through to open plan kitchen/dining room with part vaulted ceiling, integrated electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, dining table with seating for six and underfloor heating in the kitchen.
Door to the rear garden from the kitchen.
Utility/cloakroom with washing machine, WC and hand basin.
Steep cottage stairs to first floor.
Bedroom 1 with king size (5ft) bed and built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 2 with twin (3ft) beds.
Bathroom with shower over bath, hand basin and WC.
The secure front garden offers off road parking several cars with a small seating area and bicycle storage. Please keep the gates shut to stop the ponies and donkeys entering the grounds of the property.
The pretty, fully enclosed, tiered, rear landscaped shingle garden offers peace and tranquillity to relax in and enjoy alfresco dining after a busy day exploring the New Forest or coast. Garden furniture for four and a barbeque platform are available for guests use.
Tucked in the lee of a leafy hill lies the charming village of Burley where cattle and ponies still roam freely under commoner’s rights.
Burley is full of endearing traits, from the cattle grid at the entrance to the local fire station (thought to be the only one in the country), to the secret smugglers’ cellar full of coins and pistols discovered beneath the bar at the 16th century Queen’s Head inn. Its history can be traced back to a prehistoric era and the Bronze Age burials mounds and Iron Age hillfort on the western fringe of the village. The name ‘Burley’ is of Saxon origin and means fortified place (burgh) and open meadow or clearing (leah).
Burley is renowned for its long association with witches, the most famous being Sybil Leek, a self-styled white witch who, during the 1950s, walked around the village in a long black cloak with her pet jackdaw on her shoulder. As a result, you’ll see plenty of witchy gifts and ornaments for sale in the village’s novelty shops, in fact, one of the shops has a portrait of Sybil Leek hanging up above the old Jacobean fireplace inside.
If you possess a penchant for popular folklore, Burley Beacon is bound to capture your imagination; the supposed lair of a once fearsome dragon that was slain by Sir Berkeley ‘The Valiant’ on Bolton’s Bench Hill after a battle that raged through the forest for thirty days and thirty nights.
There’s so much to see and do when you holiday in Burley. If you want to discover Hampshire’s great outdoors, you’ll find endless tracks and trails beneath the mighty oaks and giant redwoods of the New Forest. In the heart of Burley, you’ll find Forest Leisure Cycling where you can hire mountain bikes, comfort hybrids and electric bikes, plus family-friendly accessories such as child seats, trailers, tag-a-longs and tandems.
Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the New Forest Deer Safari at Burley Park where you’ll have the chance to learn all about these ancient forest dwellers and see them in their natural habitat. Enjoy the leisurely roll of a Burley Wagon as it takes you on a gentle tour in the dappled shade of Primrose hedgerows and Hoof-worn byways, a delightful way to discover this historic parish. If you’re looking for a truly mindful experience, then The Horse Raft offers you the unique opportunity to spend one-to-one time with horses while exploring and learning about their woodland home. The Burley Murder Mystery trail is definitely one for the super-sleuths as you endeavour to solve the riddles and clues found on the village’s prominent features and monuments. The trail reveals the village’s history of witchcraft and smuggling, while also introducing you to some of the New Forest’s most colourful characters, including legendry snake catcher and woodsman, Harry ‘Brusher’ Mills. Other popular excursions include the Beeches Brook Fishery, The Burley Food Trail, Brockenhurst Riding Stables and Burley Golf Club.
If you’re in the mood for something a little more sedate, why not take advantage of Burley’s wonderful hospitality, from cosy tearooms to pretty pub gardens, you’ll have no problem finding a quiet corner, a scenic view and a tempting menu. For the sweet-toothed among you, a visit to Burley Fudge Shop is a must, and for those keen to sample a drop of the local moonshine, a detour to the brewing house at New Forest Cider could easily help fill an afternoon.
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Available for up to several cars on private driveway at the front of the property.
Included: Bed linen and towels, electricity, WiFi and electric central heating. A small basket of logs with kindling will be provided in the appropriate season. Stairgate in place.
Children all ages welcome. Please be aware of the steep cottage stairs.
Pets One well behaved dog welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully housetrained and well behaved. Please note there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet per week.
Telephone None. Mobile reception good.
Bicycle Storage available.
Beach Sandy beaches at Highcliffe and Mudeford,8 miles. Shingle beach at Milford on Sea, 11 miles.
Shops several in Burley a short walk away.
Pubs The Queens Head, The Burley Inn and The White Buck Inn.
Property: Self-catering cottage
Short breaks not available
Changeover Friday
Check in time: 4.30pm
Check out time: 10am
Non smoking
The Queens Head - Burley
(Less than a mile)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(Less than a mile)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(2 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 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
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(Less than a mile)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
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Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
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Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
New Forest Deer Safari
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
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Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
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Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(4 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Highcliffe Beach
(7 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
(7 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
Barton on Sea
(7 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
Avon Beach
(7 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
Mudeford Sandbank
(8 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
January 2024
I have arrived at Piglets and it is wonderful. The Christmas decorations are a super treat. Thank you very much for the kind gifts and dog treats.
January 2024
Great cottage.
November 2023
Piglets is in the top 5% of rentals we've stayed in. Your what 3 words was unhelpful though because it was in the lane, but not particularly close to Piglets. Shappen stores were great and their coffee shop too The local pub was rubbish. No heating, no warning about no heating and we'd bought drinks before we found it out for ourselves. No apology either, no fan heaters. I was shivering even with coat hat and scarf so we had to leave. The white buck was great! Piglets was lovely. Thank you.
November 2023
We had a lovely stay here at Piglets. Very comfortable and well equipped and clean too. It is not often that we would revisit a rental- but we would here!
October 2023
Second stay at this cottage. We appreciate the high standard which still allows us to bring our dogs.
October 2023
We have enjoyed a lovely week at Piglets. The cottage gave us all the ingredients we love. Even the weather was so much better than forecast. The proximity to the forest with miles of walking is wonderful. We loved to see the glossy coats of the ponies and the occasional flash of the fallow deer. We were adopted by three piglets who accompanied us on our walk one evening. The Beach at Highcliffe is stunning, we only found it towards the end of our week - one of so many lovely features to ensure our return. Many, many thanks.
September 2023
Yes really lovely cottage in a good location - will book again
August 2023
We've had the most wonderful stay in Piglets - all we could have wanted. Lovely cottage - comfortable and homely. Burley such a great village, Shappen Stores so useful - White Buck Inn is fabulous for food - Queens Head also good. Avon Beach and Highcliffe lovely facilities and we were blessed with great weather! Local walks across the forest from the cottage. Perfect - we'll be back!
June 2023
Fantastic accommodation with everything you could wish for including groceries to get you started. Loved Burley which is a fantastic central location for wooded walks (Blackwater Arboretum) beach walks (Highcliffe) crazy golf (Lymington and Health Walks round Burley. Still so much more to see so will definitely return to Piglets.
June 2023
We had a lovely stay at Piglets. The location is perfect. Thank you.
June 2023
Had a wonderful week. Glorious weather. Loved seeing the ponies and foals. This cottage is just so nice and within a beautiful part of the New Forest. Enjoyed the motorcycle museum. Love The Three Tuns for food and friendliness (Bransgore). Just love Burley.
June 2023
We loved our week here at Piglets. A beautiful cottage with everything we needed in a lovely quiet location. We're regular visitors to the New Forest but tried Avon Heath Country Park (great walks and kids playground and cafe) and tried local inclosures Yew Tree Bottom and Smugglers Road (great views). Had a brilliant last day at Lepe Country Park, take sandy track from top carpark to take you to lovely beach/walks. Thank you for groceries.
May 2023
Had a wonderful week, glorious weather. Loved seeing two ponies foals. This cottage is just so nice and within a beautiful part of the New Forest. Enjoyed the Motor Cycle Museum, love The Three Tuns for food and friendliness (Bransgore). Just love Burley.
May 2023
We had a lovely week at Piglets. Everything and more you may need. Very lucky with the weather and a warm cosy cottage to come back to. Perfect. Cat and Fiddle outside of Christchuch is a recommendation.
May 2023
We always enjoy our yearly trip to Burley with our two little dogs. A lovely, very clean cottage with unexpected groceries. Wonderful. Thank you so much.
May 2023
Wonderful location, well furnished with everything we could need.
April 2023
A well equipped, clean and well situated to be able to explore. We have had a fabulous week, walking in Blackwater Arboretum, along the coast around Highcliffe, Lymington, Lepe and Milford on Sea. Lovely long walk from the cottage around Burley including Wilverly Plain and Holmsley (love the wildlife)- We will return!
April 2023
We love coming to Burley and are so pleased to have found Piglets. Great location for village shops and pubs and a wonderful cottage. Our girls loved the wagon ride and the little witchy gift shops, very easy to walk for 5 mins and be in the woods exploring the New Forest. Dinner in the Queens Head was delicious. We will definitely be back!
January 2023
What a fantastic place to stay for Christmas. Stunning cottage and very comfortable. Thank you.
January 2023
We had a wonderful Christmas stay at Piglets. The property itself was beautifully presented, clean and very well equipped with possibly the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on! It really was the perfect retreat and we are so glad we chose to spend our Christmas there.
December 2022
Great quite spot, very good downstairs space, huge parking, would go again, other family members looking at Piglets for future.
November 2022
What a lovely, lovely cottage, a real 'home from home'. We've had a very comfortable stay, lots of good pubs, great walks and decent weather. (Did not get wet once!)
October 2022
One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. More magical memories of the forest.
October 2022
Great cottage and location.
September 2022
Wonderful stay at 'Piglets' accommodation and the location was perfect. Had a better than expected stay in the New Forest and fully expect to be back to 'Piglets' in 2023. Exceeded all expectations.
September 2022
On the whole the cottage was very well appointed and nothing much to complain about apart from the above. We really enjoyed it.
September 2022
A delightful stay in a very well equipped cottage.
August 2022
Lovely thanks
July 2022
Such a beautiful cottage and location. Attention to detail and the finishing touches made it so homely. We have loved staying here, thank you! The Gun Inn at Keyhaven is fantastic for food.
June 2022
Lovely cottage - thanks for the welcome goodies. We found the Shappen Store was very impressive, great selection of cheese, good butcher and excellent sandwiches for days out. We very much liked Burley but were disappointed that the Queens Head were out of stock of various food on their menu and also ran out of Greene King IPA, they are a Greene King pub!
June 2022
In all respects an excellent cottage & garden with a handy local shop. Underfloor heating instructions were missing from the folder which need to be replaced. Without hesitation would stay here again if in the area.
June 2022
Lovely house and facilities. Great situation, we had a really enjoyable stay.
June 2022
An excellent property, very comfortable and well maintained and in a lovely quiet location.
April 2022
Beautiful and well equipped cottage, perfect location for relaxing and enjoying the New Forest and south coast. We had a fabulous time.
April 2022
Just great
April 2022
Great location for us, comfortable beds and smashing kitchen - can't be better! We loved our stay and would more than happily make a return visit.
April 2022
Piglets was perfect! Lovely Cottage, great location for cycling and the coast. Hope to return soon.
March 2022
Piglets was absolutely perfect, we loved it! Thank you so much. Such a nice homely space and perfect location.
February 2022
Piglets has been the perfect base for a week away. The house is so cosy and felt homely straight away. Burley itself is great and we've had some lovely day trips. Hope to be back again soon!
November 2021
We really did enjoy our stay, the location was fabulous, it was peaceful, well equipped and just perfect for our week in the New Forest.
November 2021
After many visits to the New Forest and particularly Burley, Piglets has become our favourite holiday home. It is comfortable, providing a home from home experience. Ideally located for us to do forest walks and visits to the coast. This time we have enjoyed meals at the Three Tuns, the Queens Head and The White Buck - all very good. We also visited Exbury Gardens and Highcliffe Castle for the first time and highly recommended. We are already looking forward to coming back.
November 2021
Thoroughly enjoyable stay in a very well appointed cottage. Lovely village, with good local shop around the corner. The Queen’s Head pub a short walk away did great meals. Nice to have the ponies wandering about too?. One of the best cottages we have stayed in (and there’ve been quite a few!).
November 2021
Piglets is a truly wonderful, hidden gem in Burley. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, our first holiday in two years, and we couldn't have asked for a more lovely home to stay in. Piglets has a lot of charm, feels homely, inviting and cosy and has been absolutely great for our one year old who has loved the open plan downstairs. The week was filled with laughter, sing-song and two very happy and well rested parents. We loved exploring the area and of course being able to drive down to the sea side! We look forward to coming back!
November 2021
Back for a second visit and not disappointed. We love this cottage, so relaxing and chilled. The cottage is beautiful and so cosy. Perfect and wonderful location. Again 10 out of 10.
November 2021
Perfect only complaint, it went far too quickly .. 10/10
November 2021
Fantastic stay and we would come again. Thank you
November 2021
Many thanks for returning my charger, and my apologies for putting you to extra work. We enjoyed our holiday at Piglets, which we thought was beautifully furnished, well-equipped, and sparkling clean. The Dorset countryside and coastline were delightful, the activities and places visited entertaining and informative, and all the services smart and cheerful. Finally, the weather was outstandingly good as a bonus from the Lord
October 2021
After many visits to The New Forest and particularly Burley, Piglets has become our favourite holiday home. It is comfortable, providing a home from home experience. Ideally located for us to do forest walks and visit the coast. The time we enjoyed meals at the Three Tuns in Bransgore, The Queens Head and The White Buckin Burley. We also visited Exbury Gardens and Highcliffe Castle for the first time and these are highly recommended. We are already looking forward to coming back.
October 2021
One of the best we have stayed in. Very comfortable, wonderfully located. Fabulous job of the renovation and the garden and patio with comfortable furniture has been set up very well.
October 2021
Fabulous cottage
October 2021
What a beautifully equipped and comfortable cottage, in a perfect location for exploring the New Forest and beyond. It was lovely to visit two National Trust properties; Kingston Lacey and Mompesson House. in Salisbury. The Cathedral was fabulous. An enjoyable and relaxing holiday.
September 2021
Delightful!
September 2021
Thank you for a wonderful stay at Piglets. Lovely cosy and comfortable cottage. (thank you for the goodies you left for us). We love the New Forest area and this was a perfect base for us.
September 2021
We love the New Forest, have been here many times as we have family connections with Burley. The cottage is by far the best we have stayed in. The Rhinefield ornamental drive to deer sanctuary are worth a visit as is Hengistbury head- short ferry ride from Mudeford Quay.
September 2021
Added positive comments in visitors book
September 2021
Wow! What a lovely week at Piglets! Everything on the doorstep including ponies and cows! The forest is beautiful but the coast so close- what more could you want! Moors Valley is great for kids- recommend cycling the old railway routes. Loved Highcliffe beach. So much to see and do, we will return.
August 2021
Lovely cottage for a week’s holiday. Burley has a few nice pubs although it is definitely worth booking during the school holidays. It is also a good idea to book if you want to hire cycles from the shop in the village as there were none available on the day we tried to hire some.
August 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The cottage is very clean and comfortable and extremely well equipped. Great location for the New Forest and also visiting the beaches at Highcliffe and Mudeford.
August 2021
Thank you for a great week in your very clean and cosy cottage, which has everything you could possibly need! Great location for exploring all the New Forest has to offer and great doorstep walks for the dog. Highly recommend The Curlew which was very welcoming of Luna!
August 2021
A very welcoming little cottage, made us feel at home far from home. Thank you so much for a lovely stay at your gem. We enjoyed the wonders of the New Forest and some amazing birding at the coast. We definitely wish to come again and certainly 'Piglets' will be apart of it.
August 2021
Had a fantastic holiday, what a lovely place! It was great location and catered to all our needs. Burley is a great little village and would definitely recommend to anyone staying around the area.
August 2021
What a beautiful cottage and village! Just everything we could have wished for on our first holiday in a long time. It was an action packed week for us with cycling, kayaking at Beaulieu, Longleat Safari Park, Isle of Wight, and the New Forest Waterpark. The White Buck Inn and The Cider Pantry were excellent.
July 2021
What a beautiful cottage and village. Just everything we could have wished for on our first holiday in a long time! It was an action packed week for us with cycling, kayaking and Beaulieu, Longleat Safari Park, The Isle of Wight, and the New Forest Water Park. The White Buck Inn and the Cider Pantry were excellent.
June 2021
We had a fabulous week, with the cottage having everything we needed and the forest on our doorstep.
June 2021
Such a lovely cottage with everything we needed for a relaxing week. So lucky to have such good weather for the whole week. So many lovely walks right from the doorstep and plenty of places to eat out. We would love to return as it is perfect for us here in so many ways.
June 2021
Fab cottage, really well equipped had everything we needed and really comfortable beds. Some really nice walks straight from the cottage, liked the one by the cider pantry out onto heathlands. Thank you Piglets for a wonderful holiday. See you next year!
May 2021
Had a great time, we have already provisionally booked for next year!
May 2021
Loved our stay - cottage is very homely; bedrooms are good sized, with plenty of storage; gardens beautifully planted; kitchen / dining area very spacious and airy. We would definitely book again.
May 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks very much!
May 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay.
May 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house is perfect and we will be back again really soon.
April 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay.
April 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house is perfect and we will be back again really soon.
April 2021
Lovely cottage, beautiful location. We had a lovely break.
March 2021
Piglets was a wonderful place to stay at Christmas - so cosy. My daughter and I had a lovely couple of weeks, in spite of the limited activities available - the great walks fortunately were still there! From December 2020
November 2020
We have had a very welcome and enjoyable break in Piglets, despite the uncertain times. We have loved it here. Beautiful, well equipped and comfortable, providing a perfect place to explore the New Forest and the South Coast. We very much look forward to returning when times are less troubled.
November 2020
We have had a wonderful stay in this cosy, well located property. It has some lovely ideas and an amazing, colourful garden. We would never tire of watching the ponies pass by. The walk around burley in your visitors book is our favourite and worth trying. Thank you for the goodies you left for our arrival. We will definitely try and return soon.
October 2020
Thank you to the owners for a chance to stay in this wonderful cottage, very cosy and thank you for the bread, milk and butter on arrival along with the wood provided for the fire. Fantastic Local Shop as well, so wanted for nothing. Can't wait to go back again. Well Done to you all for another great holiday, that's why we keep coming back year after year.
September 2020
had a lovely time thank you all excellent
September 2020
The loveliest place I have ever stayed. Perfect for a small family. Clean and open planned. Perfect location for walking and seeing the sights of the New Forest. The cottage just gives that feeling of calm and rest. The garden was perfect- I actually quite enjoyed hanging the laundry. Thank you so much!
September 2020
Wonderful stay. Beautifully clean and well equipped, and even the weather was on our side. Would definitely like to return sometime. Thank you so much!
September 2020
Lovely cottage, well equipped and comfortable
September 2020
Fantastic stay, we could not fault the cottage. Finished to a high standard, with everything we could need. The owners have done a wonderful job. We will be back!
August 2020
It was wonderful
August 2020
Yes, we thoroughly our stay at Piglets. We enjoyed location as it afforded trips to the beach as well as the New Forest on your doorstep. The village location suited us - nice to be walking distance from the village butcher/grocery shop. We loved the garden spaces at Piglets which were so lovely and private.
August 2020
What a lovely stay at Piglets! Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our time in the sweet cottage and village, as well as in the gorgeous surrounding areas. We appreciated the gardens here at Piglets, the well equipped kitchen, comfy beds and relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for a wonderful visit; I'm sure there are repeat stays in the future.
July 2020
This was a gorgeous property that was beautifully presented and very comfortable. The front and back gardens were lovely and one of our party was so impressed by the quality of the bed covering and pillows she has ordered the same because she has trouble sleeping but not at Piglets
July 2020
Absolutely lovely furnished, with plenty of kitchen equipment. Very comfy bedding. My one concern would be the wood round the sink - hard to keep dry and worried it will stain quickly.
January 2024
I have arrived at Piglets and it is wonderful. The Christmas decorations are a super treat. Thank you very much for the kind gifts and dog treats.
January 2024
Great cottage.
November 2023
Piglets is in the top 5% of rentals we've stayed in. Your what 3 words was unhelpful though because it was in the lane, but not particularly close to Piglets. Shappen stores were great and their coffee shop too The local pub was rubbish. No heating, no warning about no heating and we'd bought drinks before we found it out for ourselves. No apology either, no fan heaters. I was shivering even with coat hat and scarf so we had to leave. The white buck was great! Piglets was lovely. Thank you.
November 2023
We had a lovely stay here at Piglets. Very comfortable and well equipped and clean too. It is not often that we would revisit a rental- but we would here!
October 2023
Second stay at this cottage. We appreciate the high standard which still allows us to bring our dogs.
October 2023
We have enjoyed a lovely week at Piglets. The cottage gave us all the ingredients we love. Even the weather was so much better than forecast. The proximity to the forest with miles of walking is wonderful. We loved to see the glossy coats of the ponies and the occasional flash of the fallow deer. We were adopted by three piglets who accompanied us on our walk one evening. The Beach at Highcliffe is stunning, we only found it towards the end of our week - one of so many lovely features to ensure our return. Many, many thanks.
September 2023
Yes really lovely cottage in a good location - will book again
August 2023
We've had the most wonderful stay in Piglets - all we could have wanted. Lovely cottage - comfortable and homely. Burley such a great village, Shappen Stores so useful - White Buck Inn is fabulous for food - Queens Head also good. Avon Beach and Highcliffe lovely facilities and we were blessed with great weather! Local walks across the forest from the cottage. Perfect - we'll be back!
June 2023
Fantastic accommodation with everything you could wish for including groceries to get you started. Loved Burley which is a fantastic central location for wooded walks (Blackwater Arboretum) beach walks (Highcliffe) crazy golf (Lymington and Health Walks round Burley. Still so much more to see so will definitely return to Piglets.
June 2023
We had a lovely stay at Piglets. The location is perfect. Thank you.
June 2023
Had a wonderful week. Glorious weather. Loved seeing the ponies and foals. This cottage is just so nice and within a beautiful part of the New Forest. Enjoyed the motorcycle museum. Love The Three Tuns for food and friendliness (Bransgore). Just love Burley.
June 2023
We loved our week here at Piglets. A beautiful cottage with everything we needed in a lovely quiet location. We're regular visitors to the New Forest but tried Avon Heath Country Park (great walks and kids playground and cafe) and tried local inclosures Yew Tree Bottom and Smugglers Road (great views). Had a brilliant last day at Lepe Country Park, take sandy track from top carpark to take you to lovely beach/walks. Thank you for groceries.
May 2023
Had a wonderful week, glorious weather. Loved seeing two ponies foals. This cottage is just so nice and within a beautiful part of the New Forest. Enjoyed the Motor Cycle Museum, love The Three Tuns for food and friendliness (Bransgore). Just love Burley.
May 2023
We had a lovely week at Piglets. Everything and more you may need. Very lucky with the weather and a warm cosy cottage to come back to. Perfect. Cat and Fiddle outside of Christchuch is a recommendation.
May 2023
We always enjoy our yearly trip to Burley with our two little dogs. A lovely, very clean cottage with unexpected groceries. Wonderful. Thank you so much.
May 2023
Wonderful location, well furnished with everything we could need.
April 2023
A well equipped, clean and well situated to be able to explore. We have had a fabulous week, walking in Blackwater Arboretum, along the coast around Highcliffe, Lymington, Lepe and Milford on Sea. Lovely long walk from the cottage around Burley including Wilverly Plain and Holmsley (love the wildlife)- We will return!
April 2023
We love coming to Burley and are so pleased to have found Piglets. Great location for village shops and pubs and a wonderful cottage. Our girls loved the wagon ride and the little witchy gift shops, very easy to walk for 5 mins and be in the woods exploring the New Forest. Dinner in the Queens Head was delicious. We will definitely be back!
January 2023
What a fantastic place to stay for Christmas. Stunning cottage and very comfortable. Thank you.
January 2023
We had a wonderful Christmas stay at Piglets. The property itself was beautifully presented, clean and very well equipped with possibly the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on! It really was the perfect retreat and we are so glad we chose to spend our Christmas there.
December 2022
Great quite spot, very good downstairs space, huge parking, would go again, other family members looking at Piglets for future.
November 2022
What a lovely, lovely cottage, a real 'home from home'. We've had a very comfortable stay, lots of good pubs, great walks and decent weather. (Did not get wet once!)
October 2022
One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. More magical memories of the forest.
October 2022
Great cottage and location.
September 2022
Wonderful stay at 'Piglets' accommodation and the location was perfect. Had a better than expected stay in the New Forest and fully expect to be back to 'Piglets' in 2023. Exceeded all expectations.
September 2022
On the whole the cottage was very well appointed and nothing much to complain about apart from the above. We really enjoyed it.
September 2022
A delightful stay in a very well equipped cottage.
August 2022
Lovely thanks
July 2022
Such a beautiful cottage and location. Attention to detail and the finishing touches made it so homely. We have loved staying here, thank you! The Gun Inn at Keyhaven is fantastic for food.
June 2022
Lovely cottage - thanks for the welcome goodies. We found the Shappen Store was very impressive, great selection of cheese, good butcher and excellent sandwiches for days out. We very much liked Burley but were disappointed that the Queens Head were out of stock of various food on their menu and also ran out of Greene King IPA, they are a Greene King pub!
June 2022
In all respects an excellent cottage & garden with a handy local shop. Underfloor heating instructions were missing from the folder which need to be replaced. Without hesitation would stay here again if in the area.
June 2022
Lovely house and facilities. Great situation, we had a really enjoyable stay.
June 2022
An excellent property, very comfortable and well maintained and in a lovely quiet location.
April 2022
Beautiful and well equipped cottage, perfect location for relaxing and enjoying the New Forest and south coast. We had a fabulous time.
April 2022
Just great
April 2022
Great location for us, comfortable beds and smashing kitchen - can't be better! We loved our stay and would more than happily make a return visit.
April 2022
Piglets was perfect! Lovely Cottage, great location for cycling and the coast. Hope to return soon.
March 2022
Piglets was absolutely perfect, we loved it! Thank you so much. Such a nice homely space and perfect location.
February 2022
Piglets has been the perfect base for a week away. The house is so cosy and felt homely straight away. Burley itself is great and we've had some lovely day trips. Hope to be back again soon!
November 2021
We really did enjoy our stay, the location was fabulous, it was peaceful, well equipped and just perfect for our week in the New Forest.
November 2021
After many visits to the New Forest and particularly Burley, Piglets has become our favourite holiday home. It is comfortable, providing a home from home experience. Ideally located for us to do forest walks and visits to the coast. This time we have enjoyed meals at the Three Tuns, the Queens Head and The White Buck - all very good. We also visited Exbury Gardens and Highcliffe Castle for the first time and highly recommended. We are already looking forward to coming back.
November 2021
Thoroughly enjoyable stay in a very well appointed cottage. Lovely village, with good local shop around the corner. The Queen’s Head pub a short walk away did great meals. Nice to have the ponies wandering about too?. One of the best cottages we have stayed in (and there’ve been quite a few!).
November 2021
Piglets is a truly wonderful, hidden gem in Burley. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, our first holiday in two years, and we couldn't have asked for a more lovely home to stay in. Piglets has a lot of charm, feels homely, inviting and cosy and has been absolutely great for our one year old who has loved the open plan downstairs. The week was filled with laughter, sing-song and two very happy and well rested parents. We loved exploring the area and of course being able to drive down to the sea side! We look forward to coming back!
November 2021
Back for a second visit and not disappointed. We love this cottage, so relaxing and chilled. The cottage is beautiful and so cosy. Perfect and wonderful location. Again 10 out of 10.
November 2021
Perfect only complaint, it went far too quickly .. 10/10
November 2021
Fantastic stay and we would come again. Thank you
November 2021
Many thanks for returning my charger, and my apologies for putting you to extra work. We enjoyed our holiday at Piglets, which we thought was beautifully furnished, well-equipped, and sparkling clean. The Dorset countryside and coastline were delightful, the activities and places visited entertaining and informative, and all the services smart and cheerful. Finally, the weather was outstandingly good as a bonus from the Lord
October 2021
After many visits to The New Forest and particularly Burley, Piglets has become our favourite holiday home. It is comfortable, providing a home from home experience. Ideally located for us to do forest walks and visit the coast. The time we enjoyed meals at the Three Tuns in Bransgore, The Queens Head and The White Buckin Burley. We also visited Exbury Gardens and Highcliffe Castle for the first time and these are highly recommended. We are already looking forward to coming back.
October 2021
One of the best we have stayed in. Very comfortable, wonderfully located. Fabulous job of the renovation and the garden and patio with comfortable furniture has been set up very well.
October 2021
Fabulous cottage
October 2021
What a beautifully equipped and comfortable cottage, in a perfect location for exploring the New Forest and beyond. It was lovely to visit two National Trust properties; Kingston Lacey and Mompesson House. in Salisbury. The Cathedral was fabulous. An enjoyable and relaxing holiday.
September 2021
Delightful!
September 2021
Thank you for a wonderful stay at Piglets. Lovely cosy and comfortable cottage. (thank you for the goodies you left for us). We love the New Forest area and this was a perfect base for us.
September 2021
We love the New Forest, have been here many times as we have family connections with Burley. The cottage is by far the best we have stayed in. The Rhinefield ornamental drive to deer sanctuary are worth a visit as is Hengistbury head- short ferry ride from Mudeford Quay.
September 2021
Added positive comments in visitors book
September 2021
Wow! What a lovely week at Piglets! Everything on the doorstep including ponies and cows! The forest is beautiful but the coast so close- what more could you want! Moors Valley is great for kids- recommend cycling the old railway routes. Loved Highcliffe beach. So much to see and do, we will return.
August 2021
Lovely cottage for a week’s holiday. Burley has a few nice pubs although it is definitely worth booking during the school holidays. It is also a good idea to book if you want to hire cycles from the shop in the village as there were none available on the day we tried to hire some.
August 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The cottage is very clean and comfortable and extremely well equipped. Great location for the New Forest and also visiting the beaches at Highcliffe and Mudeford.
August 2021
Thank you for a great week in your very clean and cosy cottage, which has everything you could possibly need! Great location for exploring all the New Forest has to offer and great doorstep walks for the dog. Highly recommend The Curlew which was very welcoming of Luna!
August 2021
A very welcoming little cottage, made us feel at home far from home. Thank you so much for a lovely stay at your gem. We enjoyed the wonders of the New Forest and some amazing birding at the coast. We definitely wish to come again and certainly 'Piglets' will be apart of it.
August 2021
Had a fantastic holiday, what a lovely place! It was great location and catered to all our needs. Burley is a great little village and would definitely recommend to anyone staying around the area.
August 2021
What a beautiful cottage and village! Just everything we could have wished for on our first holiday in a long time. It was an action packed week for us with cycling, kayaking at Beaulieu, Longleat Safari Park, Isle of Wight, and the New Forest Waterpark. The White Buck Inn and The Cider Pantry were excellent.
July 2021
What a beautiful cottage and village. Just everything we could have wished for on our first holiday in a long time! It was an action packed week for us with cycling, kayaking and Beaulieu, Longleat Safari Park, The Isle of Wight, and the New Forest Water Park. The White Buck Inn and the Cider Pantry were excellent.
June 2021
We had a fabulous week, with the cottage having everything we needed and the forest on our doorstep.
June 2021
Such a lovely cottage with everything we needed for a relaxing week. So lucky to have such good weather for the whole week. So many lovely walks right from the doorstep and plenty of places to eat out. We would love to return as it is perfect for us here in so many ways.
June 2021
Fab cottage, really well equipped had everything we needed and really comfortable beds. Some really nice walks straight from the cottage, liked the one by the cider pantry out onto heathlands. Thank you Piglets for a wonderful holiday. See you next year!
May 2021
Had a great time, we have already provisionally booked for next year!
May 2021
Loved our stay - cottage is very homely; bedrooms are good sized, with plenty of storage; gardens beautifully planted; kitchen / dining area very spacious and airy. We would definitely book again.
May 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks very much!
May 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay.
May 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house is perfect and we will be back again really soon.
April 2021
Superb cottage in a wonderful location. Great walks, we really enjoyed our stay.
April 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house is perfect and we will be back again really soon.
April 2021
Lovely cottage, beautiful location. We had a lovely break.
March 2021
Piglets was a wonderful place to stay at Christmas - so cosy. My daughter and I had a lovely couple of weeks, in spite of the limited activities available - the great walks fortunately were still there! From December 2020
November 2020
We have had a very welcome and enjoyable break in Piglets, despite the uncertain times. We have loved it here. Beautiful, well equipped and comfortable, providing a perfect place to explore the New Forest and the South Coast. We very much look forward to returning when times are less troubled.
November 2020
We have had a wonderful stay in this cosy, well located property. It has some lovely ideas and an amazing, colourful garden. We would never tire of watching the ponies pass by. The walk around burley in your visitors book is our favourite and worth trying. Thank you for the goodies you left for our arrival. We will definitely try and return soon.
October 2020
Thank you to the owners for a chance to stay in this wonderful cottage, very cosy and thank you for the bread, milk and butter on arrival along with the wood provided for the fire. Fantastic Local Shop as well, so wanted for nothing. Can't wait to go back again. Well Done to you all for another great holiday, that's why we keep coming back year after year.
September 2020
had a lovely time thank you all excellent
September 2020
The loveliest place I have ever stayed. Perfect for a small family. Clean and open planned. Perfect location for walking and seeing the sights of the New Forest. The cottage just gives that feeling of calm and rest. The garden was perfect- I actually quite enjoyed hanging the laundry. Thank you so much!
September 2020
Wonderful stay. Beautifully clean and well equipped, and even the weather was on our side. Would definitely like to return sometime. Thank you so much!
September 2020
Lovely cottage, well equipped and comfortable
September 2020
Fantastic stay, we could not fault the cottage. Finished to a high standard, with everything we could need. The owners have done a wonderful job. We will be back!
August 2020
It was wonderful
August 2020
Yes, we thoroughly our stay at Piglets. We enjoyed location as it afforded trips to the beach as well as the New Forest on your doorstep. The village location suited us - nice to be walking distance from the village butcher/grocery shop. We loved the garden spaces at Piglets which were so lovely and private.
August 2020
What a lovely stay at Piglets! Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our time in the sweet cottage and village, as well as in the gorgeous surrounding areas. We appreciated the gardens here at Piglets, the well equipped kitchen, comfy beds and relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for a wonderful visit; I'm sure there are repeat stays in the future.
July 2020
This was a gorgeous property that was beautifully presented and very comfortable. The front and back gardens were lovely and one of our party was so impressed by the quality of the bed covering and pillows she has ordered the same because she has trouble sleeping but not at Piglets
July 2020
Absolutely lovely furnished, with plenty of kitchen equipment. Very comfy bedding. My one concern would be the wood round the sink - hard to keep dry and worried it will stain quickly.
The Queens Head - Burley
(Less than a mile)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(Less than a mile)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(2 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 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
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(Less than a mile)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
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Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
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Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
New Forest Deer Safari
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
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Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
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Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(4 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Highcliffe Beach
(7 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
(7 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
Barton on Sea
(7 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
Avon Beach
(7 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
Mudeford Sandbank
(8 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
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