Key Features
- Property code: B283
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Coach End is in a central position within the popular New Forest town of Lymington. Comfortably furnished and accommodating five guests and two dogs, the enviable location of the cottage allows easy access to all that this bustling sailing town has to offer. Within minutes you can stroll to the High Street, with plenty of shops, cafes pubs and restaurants to while away a few hours. There is a children’s play park just across the road, and dog walks right from the doorstep.
Downstairs there is a well equipped kitchen and separate dining room overlooking the garden. The large lounge has plenty of seating options, and French doors open onto the pretty garden. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, the master with vanity sink, and a family bathroom. Outside, the private rear garden has a flat lawn and patio area with seating areas to sit and relax with an evening tipple after a busy day exploring!
Lymington is a wonderful base to enjoy birdwatching, we have seen the return of Great and Little Egrets, Avocets and the latest arrivals Spoonbills. Marsh Harriers soar over the reed beds at Keyhaven and, if you’re very lucky, you may even see a White-tailed Eagle, recently re-introduced as part of a breeding programme on the Isle of Wight. In the summer, Little and Common Terns nest and you may be treated to their spectacular dives into the sea to catch their prey. Dartford and Cetti’s warblers can be seen (or heard) in the gorse bushes right next to the path. The autumn and winter see the arrival of thousands of migrating wildfowl from Scandinavia and Greenland. You will see rafts of Brent Geese and ducks including Wigeon, Teal, Pintails and Gadwalls.
Lymington’s ancient charter market lines the High Street every Saturday and is a must visit, with a wide selection of stalls and crafts. The Lymington Sea Water Baths with inflatable course is close by, as are the marinas and coastal path, for walking and cycling with views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight. Wander down to the station to catch a train to the ferry port and onto Yarmouth, just a 30 minute trip. The beautiful New Forest National Park is within a 10 minute drive with miles of heathland to explore - enjoy walking, cycling or horse riding amongst the free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys. Other local attractions include the National Motor Museum and Palace House at Beaulieu, Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World and a choice of glorious beaches along the coastline towards Bournemouth.
Key Features
- Property code: B283
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Coach End is in a central position within the popular New Forest town of Lymington. Comfortably furnished and accommodating five guests and two dogs, the enviable location of the cottage allows easy access to all that this bustling sailing town has to offer. Within minutes you can stroll to the High Street, with plenty of shops, cafes pubs and restaurants to while away a few hours. There is a children’s play park just across the road, and dog walks right from the doorstep.
Downstairs there is a well equipped kitchen and separate dining room overlooking the garden. The large lounge has plenty of seating options, and French doors open onto the pretty garden. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, the master with vanity sink, and a family bathroom. Outside, the private rear garden has a flat lawn and patio area with seating areas to sit and relax with an evening tipple after a busy day exploring!
Lymington is a wonderful base to enjoy birdwatching, we have seen the return of Great and Little Egrets, Avocets and the latest arrivals Spoonbills. Marsh Harriers soar over the reed beds at Keyhaven and, if you’re very lucky, you may even see a White-tailed Eagle, recently re-introduced as part of a breeding programme on the Isle of Wight. In the summer, Little and Common Terns nest and you may be treated to their spectacular dives into the sea to catch their prey. Dartford and Cetti’s warblers can be seen (or heard) in the gorse bushes right next to the path. The autumn and winter see the arrival of thousands of migrating wildfowl from Scandinavia and Greenland. You will see rafts of Brent Geese and ducks including Wigeon, Teal, Pintails and Gadwalls.
Lymington’s ancient charter market lines the High Street every Saturday and is a must visit, with a wide selection of stalls and crafts. The Lymington Sea Water Baths with inflatable course is close by, as are the marinas and coastal path, for walking and cycling with views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight. Wander down to the station to catch a train to the ferry port and onto Yarmouth, just a 30 minute trip. The beautiful New Forest National Park is within a 10 minute drive with miles of heathland to explore - enjoy walking, cycling or horse riding amongst the free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys. Other local attractions include the National Motor Museum and Palace House at Beaulieu, Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World and a choice of glorious beaches along the coastline towards Bournemouth.
Front door into hallway with stairs to first floor.
Lounge with comfortable seating, coffee table and Smart TV. French doors to garden.
Dining room with table seating 6 guests, digital radio and additional crockery/glassware.
Kitchen with gas cooker, fridge, washing machine and microwave, cafetiere.
Cloakroom with sink and WC.
Stairs to first floor.
Bedroom 1 with super king size (6ft) bed, TV, built-in wardrobe, drawer unit, dressing table and sink.
Bedroom 2 with double (4ft 6in) bed built-in wardrobe and dressing table.
Bedroom 3 with single (3ft) bed and built-in wardrobe.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC plus hand-held removable shower hose attachment. Please note there is currently no fitted shower.
Garage with freezer and plenty of storage for bikes.
The private garden is mainly laid to lawn with a patio and seating area, and there is a parasol for warm sunny days.
Visitors love this beautiful, Georgian market town that’s also a popular sailing resort. Lymington boasts three marinas and was the training ground for local hero Sir Ben Ainslie, you can see the golden letter box at the bottom of the high street, painted in recognition of his success with a fifth Gold Medal in the 2012 Olympic Games. Lymington is one of the largest towns in the New Forest and has a key role in the life of the area. This charming town is packed full of history dating back to the Norman Conquest, and is an important port on the west bank of the Lymington River on the Solent. Human habitation in the Lymington area dates back to the Iron Age, and a 6th Century BC hill fort known locally as Buckland Rings can still be seen today. As with many other towns and villages in the area, Lymington thrived during the Norman Conquest, thanks to its key location on the south coast.
If you want to leave your car at home and come by train, Lymington Rail line is a branch off the main Waterloo to Weymouth line. Once here, you’ll find regular buses with stops all over the New Forest and coastline.
There are lots of places to walk and amble in and around Lymington, these include characterful cobbled streets leading down to the town quay and harbour – a great place to relax and watch harbour life - fishing boats land their haul, yachts and leisure boats coming in and out.
There are lots of town events, activities and day trips from Lymington including fishing trips, boat and sailing charters, canoeing and kayaking, diving trips, mini cruises and ferry over to the Isle of Wight with your car or as a foot passenger.
Saturdays in the high street are a hive of activity, with a weekly street market selling everything from plants, clothes and household goods to home-made cakes, fruit and veg and a whole lot more. Shopping is great with a high street brands mixed with an interesting and eclectic mix of independent retailers and boutiques. There are a few supermarkets and specialist food shops for provisions to take back to your cottage, including one that makes their own home-made dishes and desserts and freezes them.
Lymington also has a number of really good eateries in and around the town, with the main concentration being around the high street. Lanes of Lymington serves superb food and also runs a cookery school. The Elderflower, whose chef/proprietor hails from the famous 5* Chewton Glen Hotel is superb.
During the warmer months you can relax in the bandstand gardens and enjoy some free musical entertainment. A few minutes’ further on are Lymington Sea Water Baths, the oldest of their kind in the UK, dating back to 1833. A short walk further on is the start of Keyhaven Nature Reserve. Well worth going to if you like birds, wildlife and natural beauty complimented with wonderful views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
There is parking for one car on the pavement on Barfields, next to the small extension. A public car parking clock is also provided for your stay (an advanced deposit of £40.00 is payable as a refundable deposit- to be taken on booking or in advance over the phone). The nearest long stay car park is Barfields which is located across the road from the property.
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels), central heating (gas), electricity, WiFi.
Children: All ages welcome. High chair and travel cot (please bring own cot bedding) available on request.
Pets: Two well behaved dogs welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully house trained and well behaved. Please note that there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet per week.
No Smoking.
Bicycle Storage: Bikes can be stored in the garage.
Shops: Lymington High Street, Tesco Express – 5 minute walk, Waitrose – 4 minute drive.
Pubs: The Angel & Blue Pig, The Kings Head, The Ship Inn on the quay – all within a 10 minute walk.
Restaurants: The Elderflower (3 AA Rosettes), Stanwell House, Lanes of Lymington.
Beaches: Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, Avon Beach (sandy) all within 10 miles (15/20 minutes by car).
Short breaks: Available from a Saturday anytime of year.
Changeover: Saturday.
Property: Self-catering holiday home.
The Forest Foodie
(Less than a mile)
The Forest Foodie deliver hampers and picnics filled with local produce straight to the door of your holiday cottage in Lymington and the New Forest. From seafood feasts brimming with fresh lobster, barbecue boxes of locally-reared meat and charcuterie platters, to picnics filled with sandwhiches, bakes and fluffy scones, the hampers are not only delicious but support localtion growers and farmers, and also come in plant-based packaing. Not only perfect for feasts in your holiday cottages or picnics on the go, The Forest Foodie also offer private catering in your holiday cottage.
The Six Bells
(Less than a mile)
(11)
A chain pub from JD Weatherspoon on the high street in Lymington. Well known for their large selection of drinks including real ales. Food is inexpensive with big portions of pub classics. Inside is big and bright, if you want to sit outside, you’ll a large walled beer garden.
The Six Bells (T: 01590 689990) Lymington SO41 9ND
They do an extremely nice cooked breakfast!
October 2023
Had many meals and drinks here as it is the most affordable place for eating in Lymington. All the food was great, the service is speedy and the staff friendly
September 2023
Nice pub, lots of seating, friendly staff and the usual Wetherspoons range of food - excellent value :o)
May 2023
Very close to walk to from Limentun cottage, good food, don't wait long for food to be served and very reasonable
May 2023
Great place to have lunch or just a cuppa when visiting the shops of Lymington.
July 2022
Great place to eat, Had Ham, egg and chips and a pint of shandy lager and paid £6-20. Great service, great food which was hot and freshy cooked.
August 2019
A well run Wetherspoons pub, light and airy unlike some of them! good value food and drink, pleasant staff and the food comes in good time, staff around clearing tables and keeping the place tidy.
May 2019
You know what to expect at Wetherspoons, one of the nicer ones we've been to, good selection of real ales.
May 2019
Wonderful Wetherspoons. We ate here often - catered for small appetites, food cooked well and quickly, prices very reasonable, staff helpful.
July 2018
Cheap and cheerful, friendly staff. You get what you pay for.
June 2018
Definitely the nicest Wetherspoons I've ever been to. Lovely decor and the food was brilliant at very affordable prices.
August 2017
The Angel & Blue Pig
(Less than a mile)
(13)
A stylish and elegant gastro pub on the high street, whose origins date back to the 13th century. Lots of wooden beams, bare brick walls, large fire place and pretty soft furnishings - there’s also outside seating. The Angel and Blue Pig specialize in steaks, which receive great reviews. The main menu changes each month and is supplemented by daily specials. All the dishes are creative, varied and beautifully presented. A delightful spot for a drink or bite to eat.
The Angel & Blue Pig (T: 01590 672050) Lymington SO41 9AP
Excellent food and hospitality
October 2023
Had a wonderful meal here in a beautiful old building. The food and service were very good. Would recommend
September 2023
Fabulous location in the heart of the shopping area, nice and quiet on the day we visited. Lovely comfortable decor and seating with plenty of space.
June 2023
Great steak and good service
July 2021
A decent pub serving decent food at a decent price. I very much enjoyed the meal, shame about the flat beer.
July 2021
Nice pub in the centre of Lymington, food was lovely, shame there wasn't any cask ales - we visited this pub for lunch on the basis of the Good Pub Guide.
May 2021
Good food and service
September 2020
Friendly staff, good food, comfortable surroundings
August 2020
Very disappointing. So much so that I submitted a complaint to customer service via email and the response was very unsatisfactory too! My advice would be to avoid.
November 2019
Visited this pub whilst on holiday. My wife and I had the intention of eating there, although we had not booked. We ordered 2 drinks (beer) which I could not drink at all. I took them back to the bar with the intention of asking them to be replaced. I waited for 15 minutes. During this time the 2 bar staff who were on duty walked past several times whilst serving other customers. Neither showed any interest in finding out what my problem was or that they knew I was there. In the end I left the beer on the bar and walked out. I have visited Lymington several times in the past and hope to holiday there again in the future, but I will never go into this place again.
May 2019
Very disappointing and long delay in seating us on arrival despite having a reservation.
January 2018
We loved this pub! We went with the kids for a quick drink around lunchtime and then came back in the evening without the kids. Great atmosphere, well furnished, and great drinks on offer. The menu looked fantastic too, however, we didn't get to sample it! We'll definitely go again if we return to Lymington.
July 2017
Perfect for lunch. They have a £6 lunchtime menu which offers excellent value for money. I had the wild mushroom linguine. Delicious and good sized portion. My husband had the burger which comes with fries and homemade ketchup. Staff are friendly and chatty too which is nice.
June 2017
Lanes of Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Housed in a former church with intimate alcoves and balconies, Lanes of Lymington is a stylish, family run eatery with a strong commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients and an exciting and varied menu. The head chef also regular cookery workshops throughout the year, check their website for further details.
Lanes of Lymington (T: 01590 672777) Lymington SO41 3RH
Excellent food and very friendly service. This restaurant had a good feel to it. Would definitely recommend.
September 2023
We thought this was the best restaurant we had visited in Lymington. Delicious food which was extremely well presented. Service was friendly and efficient.
June 2023
Delicious food, much enjoyed by our party of three who all chose something different. Very good service in a relaxed atmosphere.
October 2022
Great food in a most agreeable environment, served by friendly staff.
August 2022
Visited Tuesday evening excellent service and food. Good produce freshly cooked lots of gluten free choices
September 2021
Wonderful food and wine. Lovely surroundings. Great staff. Only 1 small fault the food was served too quickly leaving us feeling a little rushed.
September 2021
A hidden gem which made our 30th Wedding anniversary very special. Very friendly and great service
September 2021
Excellent food and service. Our most enjoyable meal during our stay.
July 2021
Lanes of lymington is perfect if you don’t mind splashing the cash.the food was excellent and the staff lovely,but couldn’t afford it too often
July 2019
We had a lovely meal at Lanes, highly recommended.
May 2019
Excellent Food and service highly recommend will visit again
April 2019
Nice ambience based in a former school and church building. Good menu but food was a little disappointing with the fish overdone and food not the hottest
October 2018
Good food - would visit again.
June 2017
Great food and ambiance - well worth visiting
May 2017
Café Aroma
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Café Aroma, formerly known as Trés Bon, is a fantastic deli and café in Lymington. Serving a variety of hot and cold food from Breakfast to 5.30pm. You can either eat in on one of two floors of seating, or simply take away.
Café Aroma (T: 01590 673064) 22 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AD
Get the hot duck baguette! It is amazing!!
June 2017
St Barbe Museum
(Less than a mile)
(18)
St Barbe Museum explores the unique history of Lymington and the New Forest Coast. The hands-on displays provide a fascinating journey of discovery for all ages, charting Lymington’s development as a market town and port and looking at the smugglers and boat builders who have used the Solent shore. The art galleries host an exclusive programme of exhibitions that regularly works on loan from national and regional collections.
pleasant cafe also
February 2024
Visited on a damp day on my own, interesting museum and a good Art Gallery within the same building. Very nice and well staffed cafe area with a good selection of tasty food and nice coffee.
October 2023
Had a nice meal here upon arrival in Lymington. Very pleasant helpful staff. Also, a very nice gift shop, and Tourist Information centre.
October 2023
Brilliant Museum and the cafe is excellent
September 2023
Excellent museum that tells the story of the town and local area and also has space for changing exhibitions. Also acts as the local visitor info centre and has plenty of information about things to do in the area. There's also a nice gift shop and super little cafe.
September 2023
Great little museum. Very informative about the history of the area and even our teenagers enjoyed the dinosaur exhibit.
August 2022
A bit of a hidden gem really, very good and informative displays in a well laid out and spacious environment, we particularly liked the community involvement with a group of local children very actively enjoying the surroundings, the coffee shop and the engaging and helpful staff. If anything the museum could sell itself to the public better - we nearly didn't go in as there was little to explain what was inside other than the art galleries
May 2022
Wonderful art exhibition and everyone was very helpful. Great cafe and recommend the coffee and biscuits!
October 2021
Well worth spending a morning learning about the history of Lymington and the wider New Forest area. There is always an interesting pop up exhibition too. The cafe is great and serves lovely home made food.
October 2021
Well worth a visit. Tasty food and good service.
October 2021
Very interesting museum and when we visited there was an art exhibition which was an added bonus.
June 2021
Have visited the museum previously and found it interesting, having grown up locally. Now has an excellent coffee shop.
September 2020
We had a nice coffee on terrace of their café - didn't get a chance to visit Museum itself, but found some great cards + gifts in shop!
September 2020
Brilliant exhibition and we loved the museum. Our boys attended a free needle felting workshop and and came home with wonderful art work!
February 2020
interesting small museum with good displays
September 2019
Loved our visit to the museum, really friendly staff and despite compact size whiled away a couple of hours. Well worth a visit!
April 2019
Really interesting small museum packed with information and an exceptional display in the art gallery
October 2018
Extremely interesting museum, enjoyed the art,. Very welcoming reception and good cafe. I fully recommend a visit
June 2018
Puffin Cruises
(Less than a mile)
(12)
Puffin Cruises in Lymington is a fun and exciting way to explore this part of the world and see its natural beauty from the water, whether you’re merely enjoying the ferry service, taking a 30 minute river cruise or opting for an hour long picnic or sunset cruise - there’s something for every mood. Trips run daily from the town’s historic quay, weather permitting!
A fun and relaxing way to spend half an hour. Would recommend but wish they did longer cruises too
September 2023
A pleasant river trip, and informative. Worth taking 30 mins to do this.
September 2023
First class
September 2023
Ver clean, comfortable boat and the Captain was friendly and very informative
September 2023
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December 2022
Very interesting and enjoyable trip down the river. Wish it had been longer!
July 2022
Thoroughly enjoyable
May 2022
Lovely trip out on the boat. We had the boat to ourselves and my children both had a turn at driving which they were really pleased about. I wish they did trips that were a little longer than half an hour.
April 2022
Would loved to have experienced this cruise but it was closed the entire week that we stayed in Lymington
October 2021
Excellent 30 minute cruise around the harbour! We would book again no problem! Our captain was Phil who was very knowledgeable and courteous.
September 2021
Really enjoyed this fun, informative trip around the Lymingron river passing the beautiful yachts in the marina and spotting the birds in the sea grass.
June 2019
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June 2018
Hermit Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
On a skippered Luxury Flybridge Motor Boat, Hermit Charters gives you the opportunity to take a small party of friends on a luxury experience on the water without breaking the bank. For families or private parties, it’s a delightful way to head out fishing to catch bass, plaice, black bream or needles cod, or simply to enjoy the view from the water. You can even take the family dog on board!
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Fab location with great garden and pool.
July 2020
Escape Yachting
(Less than a mile)
Offering you a chance to explore the Solent like never before, Escape Yachting is a luxurious opportunity to get out on the water on charters, day trips, corporate events and group getaways run by an experienced team who pay careful attention to detail.
Click Here for further information
Walhampton Golf Course
(Less than a mile)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Milford on Sea
(4 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Barton on Sea
(6 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Beach
(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
Lepe Beach
(9 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
April 2024
Thank you again for a lovely stay- again we all have found it hard to leave. So relaxing and comfortable, and we have all enjoyed being here.
March 2024
Thank you again for a lovely stay - again we all have found it hard to leave / so relaxing and comfortable. We have all enjoyed being here.
March 2024
Another lovely stay. Coach end is welcoming,warm and comfortable. We will beck.
October 2023
A fantastic week of weather in which to enjoy the beautiful New Forest - with a day discovering the Yar Valley and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight. Coach End is looking very good - thank you so much for the week here. It has been such a treat to stay here, we appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to make this a beautiful holiday home and we feel very privileged to be able to stay. Thank you!
October 2023
A fantastic week of weather in which to enjoy the beautiful New Forest - with a day discovering the Yar Valley and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight. Coach End is looking very good - thank you so much for the week here. It has been such a treat to stay here, we appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to make this a beautiful holiday home and we feel very privileged to be able to stay. Thank you!
September 2023
Nice stay at Coach End. Good location. Very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were all lovely & comfortable. Great having own parking space
July 2023
Another stay and it was so relaxing and comfortable as the last time. A great place for exploring the surrounding areas. Everything was perfect and I loved to see the birds every day, but no hedgehogs. Hope to come again next year - would recommend this place to everyone. Thanks.
April 2023
Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home! Great stay and everything we needed. Also a very convenient location.
March 2023
We had a wonderful stay and didn't want to leave. Would quite easily rent this property full time.
November 2022
Thank you very much for letting us stay in your lovely home. A very restful and comfortable stay. Just what we needed. Hope to return sometime.
September 2022
Thank you so much for a lovely stay at Coach End, which had everything we needed. We found the house very clean. The huge bed was really comfy, the house was surprisingly quiet for such a central location, and we slept so well. The lounge was a very pleasant bright room to sit and read or watch the birds in the garden. We were lucky to have great weather and enjoyed having our coffee in the garden. The location was excellent, we could easily walk to the pubs shops and restaurants. We had great meals at The Haven and The Ferryman, which we highly recommend. We also enjoyed a drink at The Chequers Inn, the food looked good but we didn’t eat there. The Saturday market has a great variety of stalls where we picked up some lovely deli items for our picnics. We especially enjoyed walking around the Sea Wall, which we highly recommend for anyone who loves bird watching or just watching the boats. Overall, a great stay and so easy to do all the things we enjoy about that part of the country. Thanks again
September 2022
Lovely and clean home. Everything you need and a short walk to the shops. Perfect base for exploring. Keep up the good work.
September 2022
We enjoyed our stay. The location is very good. The bed and seating are comfortable. The TV is good and the internet is fast enough. On the negative side the cutlery ad crockery are old. The fluorescent light in the kitchen could do with updating. The rugs are old and look dirty. The feather pillows are very hard and heavy. But the main problem which may stop us staying there again is the lack of shower. over the bath.
August 2022
Enjoyed our stay at Coach End. Lovely light living room and bedrooms. It had everything we needed for our stay. Lymington a great town and great fish and chips at Deep Blue. Garden plus watching birds was nice. Thank you for a lovely place to stay.
April 2024
Thank you again for a lovely stay- again we all have found it hard to leave. So relaxing and comfortable, and we have all enjoyed being here.
March 2024
Thank you again for a lovely stay - again we all have found it hard to leave / so relaxing and comfortable. We have all enjoyed being here.
March 2024
Another lovely stay. Coach end is welcoming,warm and comfortable. We will beck.
October 2023
A fantastic week of weather in which to enjoy the beautiful New Forest - with a day discovering the Yar Valley and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight. Coach End is looking very good - thank you so much for the week here. It has been such a treat to stay here, we appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to make this a beautiful holiday home and we feel very privileged to be able to stay. Thank you!
October 2023
A fantastic week of weather in which to enjoy the beautiful New Forest - with a day discovering the Yar Valley and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight. Coach End is looking very good - thank you so much for the week here. It has been such a treat to stay here, we appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to make this a beautiful holiday home and we feel very privileged to be able to stay. Thank you!
September 2023
Nice stay at Coach End. Good location. Very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were all lovely & comfortable. Great having own parking space
July 2023
Another stay and it was so relaxing and comfortable as the last time. A great place for exploring the surrounding areas. Everything was perfect and I loved to see the birds every day, but no hedgehogs. Hope to come again next year - would recommend this place to everyone. Thanks.
April 2023
Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home! Great stay and everything we needed. Also a very convenient location.
March 2023
We had a wonderful stay and didn't want to leave. Would quite easily rent this property full time.
November 2022
Thank you very much for letting us stay in your lovely home. A very restful and comfortable stay. Just what we needed. Hope to return sometime.
September 2022
Thank you so much for a lovely stay at Coach End, which had everything we needed. We found the house very clean. The huge bed was really comfy, the house was surprisingly quiet for such a central location, and we slept so well. The lounge was a very pleasant bright room to sit and read or watch the birds in the garden. We were lucky to have great weather and enjoyed having our coffee in the garden. The location was excellent, we could easily walk to the pubs shops and restaurants. We had great meals at The Haven and The Ferryman, which we highly recommend. We also enjoyed a drink at The Chequers Inn, the food looked good but we didn’t eat there. The Saturday market has a great variety of stalls where we picked up some lovely deli items for our picnics. We especially enjoyed walking around the Sea Wall, which we highly recommend for anyone who loves bird watching or just watching the boats. Overall, a great stay and so easy to do all the things we enjoy about that part of the country. Thanks again
September 2022
Lovely and clean home. Everything you need and a short walk to the shops. Perfect base for exploring. Keep up the good work.
September 2022
We enjoyed our stay. The location is very good. The bed and seating are comfortable. The TV is good and the internet is fast enough. On the negative side the cutlery ad crockery are old. The fluorescent light in the kitchen could do with updating. The rugs are old and look dirty. The feather pillows are very hard and heavy. But the main problem which may stop us staying there again is the lack of shower. over the bath.
August 2022
Enjoyed our stay at Coach End. Lovely light living room and bedrooms. It had everything we needed for our stay. Lymington a great town and great fish and chips at Deep Blue. Garden plus watching birds was nice. Thank you for a lovely place to stay.
The Forest Foodie
(Less than a mile)
The Forest Foodie deliver hampers and picnics filled with local produce straight to the door of your holiday cottage in Lymington and the New Forest. From seafood feasts brimming with fresh lobster, barbecue boxes of locally-reared meat and charcuterie platters, to picnics filled with sandwhiches, bakes and fluffy scones, the hampers are not only delicious but support localtion growers and farmers, and also come in plant-based packaing. Not only perfect for feasts in your holiday cottages or picnics on the go, The Forest Foodie also offer private catering in your holiday cottage.
The Six Bells
(Less than a mile)
(11)
A chain pub from JD Weatherspoon on the high street in Lymington. Well known for their large selection of drinks including real ales. Food is inexpensive with big portions of pub classics. Inside is big and bright, if you want to sit outside, you’ll a large walled beer garden.
The Six Bells (T: 01590 689990) Lymington SO41 9ND
They do an extremely nice cooked breakfast!
October 2023
Had many meals and drinks here as it is the most affordable place for eating in Lymington. All the food was great, the service is speedy and the staff friendly
September 2023
Nice pub, lots of seating, friendly staff and the usual Wetherspoons range of food - excellent value :o)
May 2023
Very close to walk to from Limentun cottage, good food, don't wait long for food to be served and very reasonable
May 2023
Great place to have lunch or just a cuppa when visiting the shops of Lymington.
July 2022
Great place to eat, Had Ham, egg and chips and a pint of shandy lager and paid £6-20. Great service, great food which was hot and freshy cooked.
August 2019
A well run Wetherspoons pub, light and airy unlike some of them! good value food and drink, pleasant staff and the food comes in good time, staff around clearing tables and keeping the place tidy.
May 2019
You know what to expect at Wetherspoons, one of the nicer ones we've been to, good selection of real ales.
May 2019
Wonderful Wetherspoons. We ate here often - catered for small appetites, food cooked well and quickly, prices very reasonable, staff helpful.
July 2018
Cheap and cheerful, friendly staff. You get what you pay for.
June 2018
Definitely the nicest Wetherspoons I've ever been to. Lovely decor and the food was brilliant at very affordable prices.
August 2017
The Angel & Blue Pig
(Less than a mile)
(13)
A stylish and elegant gastro pub on the high street, whose origins date back to the 13th century. Lots of wooden beams, bare brick walls, large fire place and pretty soft furnishings - there’s also outside seating. The Angel and Blue Pig specialize in steaks, which receive great reviews. The main menu changes each month and is supplemented by daily specials. All the dishes are creative, varied and beautifully presented. A delightful spot for a drink or bite to eat.
The Angel & Blue Pig (T: 01590 672050) Lymington SO41 9AP
Excellent food and hospitality
October 2023
Had a wonderful meal here in a beautiful old building. The food and service were very good. Would recommend
September 2023
Fabulous location in the heart of the shopping area, nice and quiet on the day we visited. Lovely comfortable decor and seating with plenty of space.
June 2023
Great steak and good service
July 2021
A decent pub serving decent food at a decent price. I very much enjoyed the meal, shame about the flat beer.
July 2021
Nice pub in the centre of Lymington, food was lovely, shame there wasn't any cask ales - we visited this pub for lunch on the basis of the Good Pub Guide.
May 2021
Good food and service
September 2020
Friendly staff, good food, comfortable surroundings
August 2020
Very disappointing. So much so that I submitted a complaint to customer service via email and the response was very unsatisfactory too! My advice would be to avoid.
November 2019
Visited this pub whilst on holiday. My wife and I had the intention of eating there, although we had not booked. We ordered 2 drinks (beer) which I could not drink at all. I took them back to the bar with the intention of asking them to be replaced. I waited for 15 minutes. During this time the 2 bar staff who were on duty walked past several times whilst serving other customers. Neither showed any interest in finding out what my problem was or that they knew I was there. In the end I left the beer on the bar and walked out. I have visited Lymington several times in the past and hope to holiday there again in the future, but I will never go into this place again.
May 2019
Very disappointing and long delay in seating us on arrival despite having a reservation.
January 2018
We loved this pub! We went with the kids for a quick drink around lunchtime and then came back in the evening without the kids. Great atmosphere, well furnished, and great drinks on offer. The menu looked fantastic too, however, we didn't get to sample it! We'll definitely go again if we return to Lymington.
July 2017
Perfect for lunch. They have a £6 lunchtime menu which offers excellent value for money. I had the wild mushroom linguine. Delicious and good sized portion. My husband had the burger which comes with fries and homemade ketchup. Staff are friendly and chatty too which is nice.
June 2017
Lanes of Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Housed in a former church with intimate alcoves and balconies, Lanes of Lymington is a stylish, family run eatery with a strong commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients and an exciting and varied menu. The head chef also regular cookery workshops throughout the year, check their website for further details.
Lanes of Lymington (T: 01590 672777) Lymington SO41 3RH
Excellent food and very friendly service. This restaurant had a good feel to it. Would definitely recommend.
September 2023
We thought this was the best restaurant we had visited in Lymington. Delicious food which was extremely well presented. Service was friendly and efficient.
June 2023
Delicious food, much enjoyed by our party of three who all chose something different. Very good service in a relaxed atmosphere.
October 2022
Great food in a most agreeable environment, served by friendly staff.
August 2022
Visited Tuesday evening excellent service and food. Good produce freshly cooked lots of gluten free choices
September 2021
Wonderful food and wine. Lovely surroundings. Great staff. Only 1 small fault the food was served too quickly leaving us feeling a little rushed.
September 2021
A hidden gem which made our 30th Wedding anniversary very special. Very friendly and great service
September 2021
Excellent food and service. Our most enjoyable meal during our stay.
July 2021
Lanes of lymington is perfect if you don’t mind splashing the cash.the food was excellent and the staff lovely,but couldn’t afford it too often
July 2019
We had a lovely meal at Lanes, highly recommended.
May 2019
Excellent Food and service highly recommend will visit again
April 2019
Nice ambience based in a former school and church building. Good menu but food was a little disappointing with the fish overdone and food not the hottest
October 2018
Good food - would visit again.
June 2017
Great food and ambiance - well worth visiting
May 2017
Café Aroma
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Café Aroma, formerly known as Trés Bon, is a fantastic deli and café in Lymington. Serving a variety of hot and cold food from Breakfast to 5.30pm. You can either eat in on one of two floors of seating, or simply take away.
Café Aroma (T: 01590 673064) 22 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AD
Get the hot duck baguette! It is amazing!!
June 2017
St Barbe Museum
(Less than a mile)
(18)
St Barbe Museum explores the unique history of Lymington and the New Forest Coast. The hands-on displays provide a fascinating journey of discovery for all ages, charting Lymington’s development as a market town and port and looking at the smugglers and boat builders who have used the Solent shore. The art galleries host an exclusive programme of exhibitions that regularly works on loan from national and regional collections.
pleasant cafe also
February 2024
Visited on a damp day on my own, interesting museum and a good Art Gallery within the same building. Very nice and well staffed cafe area with a good selection of tasty food and nice coffee.
October 2023
Had a nice meal here upon arrival in Lymington. Very pleasant helpful staff. Also, a very nice gift shop, and Tourist Information centre.
October 2023
Brilliant Museum and the cafe is excellent
September 2023
Excellent museum that tells the story of the town and local area and also has space for changing exhibitions. Also acts as the local visitor info centre and has plenty of information about things to do in the area. There's also a nice gift shop and super little cafe.
September 2023
Great little museum. Very informative about the history of the area and even our teenagers enjoyed the dinosaur exhibit.
August 2022
A bit of a hidden gem really, very good and informative displays in a well laid out and spacious environment, we particularly liked the community involvement with a group of local children very actively enjoying the surroundings, the coffee shop and the engaging and helpful staff. If anything the museum could sell itself to the public better - we nearly didn't go in as there was little to explain what was inside other than the art galleries
May 2022
Wonderful art exhibition and everyone was very helpful. Great cafe and recommend the coffee and biscuits!
October 2021
Well worth spending a morning learning about the history of Lymington and the wider New Forest area. There is always an interesting pop up exhibition too. The cafe is great and serves lovely home made food.
October 2021
Well worth a visit. Tasty food and good service.
October 2021
Very interesting museum and when we visited there was an art exhibition which was an added bonus.
June 2021
Have visited the museum previously and found it interesting, having grown up locally. Now has an excellent coffee shop.
September 2020
We had a nice coffee on terrace of their café - didn't get a chance to visit Museum itself, but found some great cards + gifts in shop!
September 2020
Brilliant exhibition and we loved the museum. Our boys attended a free needle felting workshop and and came home with wonderful art work!
February 2020
interesting small museum with good displays
September 2019
Loved our visit to the museum, really friendly staff and despite compact size whiled away a couple of hours. Well worth a visit!
April 2019
Really interesting small museum packed with information and an exceptional display in the art gallery
October 2018
Extremely interesting museum, enjoyed the art,. Very welcoming reception and good cafe. I fully recommend a visit
June 2018
Puffin Cruises
(Less than a mile)
(12)
Puffin Cruises in Lymington is a fun and exciting way to explore this part of the world and see its natural beauty from the water, whether you’re merely enjoying the ferry service, taking a 30 minute river cruise or opting for an hour long picnic or sunset cruise - there’s something for every mood. Trips run daily from the town’s historic quay, weather permitting!
A fun and relaxing way to spend half an hour. Would recommend but wish they did longer cruises too
September 2023
A pleasant river trip, and informative. Worth taking 30 mins to do this.
September 2023
First class
September 2023
Ver clean, comfortable boat and the Captain was friendly and very informative
September 2023
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December 2022
Very interesting and enjoyable trip down the river. Wish it had been longer!
July 2022
Thoroughly enjoyable
May 2022
Lovely trip out on the boat. We had the boat to ourselves and my children both had a turn at driving which they were really pleased about. I wish they did trips that were a little longer than half an hour.
April 2022
Would loved to have experienced this cruise but it was closed the entire week that we stayed in Lymington
October 2021
Excellent 30 minute cruise around the harbour! We would book again no problem! Our captain was Phil who was very knowledgeable and courteous.
September 2021
Really enjoyed this fun, informative trip around the Lymingron river passing the beautiful yachts in the marina and spotting the birds in the sea grass.
June 2019
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June 2018
Hermit Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
On a skippered Luxury Flybridge Motor Boat, Hermit Charters gives you the opportunity to take a small party of friends on a luxury experience on the water without breaking the bank. For families or private parties, it’s a delightful way to head out fishing to catch bass, plaice, black bream or needles cod, or simply to enjoy the view from the water. You can even take the family dog on board!
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Fab location with great garden and pool.
July 2020
Escape Yachting
(Less than a mile)
Offering you a chance to explore the Solent like never before, Escape Yachting is a luxurious opportunity to get out on the water on charters, day trips, corporate events and group getaways run by an experienced team who pay careful attention to detail.
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Walhampton Golf Course
(Less than a mile)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Milford on Sea
(4 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Barton on Sea
(6 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Beach
(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
Lepe Beach
(9 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
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