2020 may not be remembered fondly for most of us, but for those seeking a holiday to look forward to and overseas breaks in turmoil – a ‘staycation’ is proving really popular, with dates for 2021 booking fast already. New Forest Cottages have over 140 properties in and around the gorgeous New Forest National Park and the adjacent coastline. Take a look at some of the newest properties to our portfolio and book them as soon as you can to get the dates you want.
Burley
Burley village is popular with visitors for its quaint gifts shops, plentiful tea houses, cafes and restaurants. The famous free-roaming New Forest ponies are often seen strolling around the village lanes and high street, much to the delight of our cottage guests It’s not often you go shopping with a pony, is it? We have two fantastic new holiday cottages in Burley.
Piglets sleeps four guests and is beautifully styled with a modern take on country living. You’ll find comfy sofas, an open fire and pretty cottage garden for when the sun shines. Find out more
Tangles is on the outskirts of Burley in an area called Burley Street. The cottage sleeps four in two double bedrooms, one of which is a king. The owners have gone above and beyond decorating and furnishing this little gem with quality, vintage finds on handsome wooden floors and a multitude of original fireplaces. Find out more
Woodgreen
The National Trust Northern Commons manages this lovely village in the north-west of the New Forest. The landscape is slightly hillier than the almost flat southern regions, with a wilder, less populated feeling. The village’s community shop and great pub serving good food are the hub for locals and visitors alike – and a popular haunt for the free-roaming donkeys!
Treeside is a wonderful holiday home for four guests. Set in fairy-tale-like gardens, it comes with a fantastic, fully equipped wooden ‘BBQ hut’ complete with cushions and throws which can be used all year round. The whole property is tailored for rest and relaxation with deep sofas nestled around a superb log burner for winter nights. There’s also a really lovely gastro pub a short walk away. Find out more
Lymington
Our dazzling marine town on the south coast is always a hit with New Forest guests, who return year after year to soak up the sea-salty air and sailing atmosphere Lymington has to offer. Georgian architecture blends with Victorian terraces and historic houses leading to a high street lined with independent boutiques and shops. There’s a weekly street market and lots of choice of restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes.
Samphire (sleeps six) is a bright and spacious house with a beautiful garden. You’ll find thoughtful touches from the owners who have gone to great length to offer a well-equipped home from home. Clean lines, attention to detail and a soothing colour palette create a tranquil place to return to after a day exploring. Find out more
19 Station Street (sleeps four) is a cool, contemporary home which radiates style without compromising on comfort. The owners have brought this old cottage back to life with modern design alongside character features. When the sun shines, fling open the French doors for al fresco dining, and when cold nights draw in, you can snuggle down with a good film in front of the cosy wood burning stove. Find out more
2 Villa Terrace (sleeps four) is a 2 bedroom cottage on the cobbles a few steps from Lymington Quay with bucket loads quirky character. Think bare stone walls, clever detailing and sumptuous soft furnishings – together they make a lovable little bolt hole you’ll want to book again and again. Find out more
Downton
Just outside the New Forest boundary is Downton village, straddling the River Avon and the River Nadder where swans and kingfishers are content neighbours. It’s very much a quintessentially English village, terribly pretty with thickly thatched cottages, peaceful walks, good eating pubs and a handful of independent shops. It’s a quick ten-minute trip in the car to Salisbury to stock up your cupboards and the same drive to open forest for walks.
92 The Borough is a dreamy cottage which sleeps three. The owners have worked hard to retain its heritage, heart and cosy atmosphere. Inside it’s bright and roomy in natural hues with plenty of room upstairs for a spacious double and single bedroom. The cottage-style garden pops with splashes of colour and provides a perfect spot to while away a few hours with some delicious produce from the local farm shop. Find out more
Holmsley
If you’re looking for a rural setting in the middle of dappled woods with walks from the front door, Holmsley is a great choice. More an area than a village, you’ll have ponies, donkeys, cows and woodland wildlife as your neighbours. Ferne Dene Farm Shop in Bashley (a mile or so away) is where locals in the forest go to shop, and there are great pubs for lunch and dinner close by. For a change of scene, the coastline and sandy beaches of Highcliffe are just four miles south.
Trefusis is a big beauty, sleeping up to 10 guests in five bedrooms, all on one level, so it’s great for multigenerational families. It’s got everything you could possibly want in a holiday home – an outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, a kitchen garden which guests are welcome to harvest, a bike store, year-round undercover hot tub with outdoor TV and a tennis table. Inside the mellow hues of the enormous oak frame sets the scene for social gatherings, and there’s plenty of space with a snug and study for some alone time in addition to the huge kitchen, living and dining room. Find out more
See the full portfolio of 140 New Forest Cottages