Now is the time to get excited about the prospect of having a holiday! Let’s face it, we have never needed something to look forward to as much as we do now, be it a late spring break or summer escape full of fun. A passport-free change of scene in the New Forest National Park is just the tonic after months of being cooped up indoors.
Beautiful bolt holes just for two surrounded by pretty scenery, flourishing wildlife and birdsong are perfect for romantic breaks – a break away would make a fab Valentine’s present. Get something booked now to get the dates and cottage you want, so that in a couple of months, you can throw a suitcase into the back of the car and head off for an adventure. Take a look at just some of our romantic breaks with New Forest Cottages for two guests.
The Old Granary at Kinkell Cottage in Bashley
This popular postcard-perfect escape is for those looking for a simple retreat to rest, relax and watch horses and deer graze from the garden. Comprising a large studio, you’ll find comfy seating, a king-size Vi-Sprung bed, digital TV, DVD and DVD film library. The little kitchen and dining area has everything you need to rustle up a fabulous meal from the farm shop just up the road. (dog-friendly)
The Lodge in Pilley
Pilley is a lovely little cluster of homes and cottages just three miles from the large mariner town of Lymington with its Georgian high street, weekly market, pubs and restaurants. The Lodge is set in the owners’ large garden but offers plenty of privacy. Inside is a bright sunny sitting room with TV and complimentary Netflix subscription. The bright room is naturally lit by large French doors leading on to the bloom-filled garden. There’s a separate kitchen with dining area and a cute double bedroom with ensuite shower. (dog-friendly)
Oakview near Fordingbridge
Oakview is located in the little village of Woodgreen in the north of the New Forest, a couple of miles east of the market town of Fordingbridge. If your idea of a lovely holiday is to sit behind a picket fence with a glass of your favourite tipple in hand and watch life go by, then you’ll love Oakview. The south-west facing garden overlooks the village green where the famous New Forest ponies and donkeys (who are common in this part of the forest) gather to nibble grass and pose for photos. This wood-clad cabin houses a spacious and thoughtfully furnished interior with zip-link beds giving the option of a king size or twin ensuite bedroom. (dog friendly)
Figtree Cottage in Milford on Sea
Figtree is a popular choice for couples looking for a seaside holiday that’s only a few miles from the National Park woods and heathlands. You’ll find a generously proportioned holiday home with big, bright rooms and lots of home comforts. In the lounge are two super comfy sofas with pouffes to put your feet up, a good size fully equipped kitchen and a large king size bedroom. It’s a short walk to the village’s shingle beach with views across to the Isle of Wight. A little further along is a one-and-a-half mile pebble spit leading to King Henry VIII’s coastal fortress, Hurst Castle.
Little Egret in Lymington
This tardis-like apartment is right in the centre of Lymington – the New Forest’s vibrant mariner town. Guests are steps from the high street, lined with independent shops, cafes, pubs and eateries. Head down to the town quay to watch fishing boats and sailors come to and fro and grab some fish and chips to eat in the sea-salty air. Little Egret’s accommodation is chic and stylish with a large L-shaped sofa and chairs in the living room to sprawl out in comfort. There’s a large, modern kitchen with dining area for up to four guests and a king size bedroom with a small but very pretty, private south-west facing balcony. (dog-friendly)
Take a look at the full portfolio of New Forest Cottages