Key Features
- Property code: B244
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Genoa Cottage is an impressive contemporary holiday home which will appeal to families or couples wishing to enjoy a fabulous time in a well equipped fashionable residence. The stylish, spacious open plan living area creates a wonderful place for the whole family to relax and unwind. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms there is plenty of space to spread out. One bedroom and shower room are on the ground floor which makes life easier for anyone who has difficulty coping with stairs. The attractive colourful garden is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day exploring with a glass of wine or some al fresco dining.
Within a 15 walk to the popular Georgian High Street you will find several restaurants, pubs, café’s and independent shops. Or take a 5 minute stroll to The Mayflower pub which is well known for its excellent food and large garden. A little further on you will be able to enjoy the view over the Lymington river as you walk or cycle to the sea wall for further views of the Isle of Wight across The Solent. The famous open-air Lymington Seawater baths are also within a five minute walk which is a place for all the family to enjoy. You can take the ferry to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight from Lymington Pier which is a short drive away or one stop on the train from Lymington station. For a change of scene within a fifteen minute drive you will have access to miles of heathland in our beautiful New Forest National Park where you can also walk or cycle as you spot the ponies, cows and donkeys roaming free.
Key Features
- Property code: B244
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Genoa Cottage is an impressive contemporary holiday home which will appeal to families or couples wishing to enjoy a fabulous time in a well equipped fashionable residence. The stylish, spacious open plan living area creates a wonderful place for the whole family to relax and unwind. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms there is plenty of space to spread out. One bedroom and shower room are on the ground floor which makes life easier for anyone who has difficulty coping with stairs. The attractive colourful garden is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day exploring with a glass of wine or some al fresco dining.
Within a 15 walk to the popular Georgian High Street you will find several restaurants, pubs, café’s and independent shops. Or take a 5 minute stroll to The Mayflower pub which is well known for its excellent food and large garden. A little further on you will be able to enjoy the view over the Lymington river as you walk or cycle to the sea wall for further views of the Isle of Wight across The Solent. The famous open-air Lymington Seawater baths are also within a five minute walk which is a place for all the family to enjoy. You can take the ferry to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight from Lymington Pier which is a short drive away or one stop on the train from Lymington station. For a change of scene within a fifteen minute drive you will have access to miles of heathland in our beautiful New Forest National Park where you can also walk or cycle as you spot the ponies, cows and donkeys roaming free.
Entrance into spacious hallway.
The stunning open plan kitchen/living/dining provides plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the view over the south facing garden. Kitchen includes integrated electric oven, integrated microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler and central island with electric hob and sink. Two comfortable sofas, a Smart TV, dining table with seating for six and bi-folding doors with access to the garden make up this stylish living area.
Shower/utility room with shower cubicle, hand basin, WC, door to washing machine and tumble dryer.
Bedroom 3 with king size bed (5ft), and TV.
Stairs to first floor.
Bedroom 1 with king size bed (5ft) and ample storage, en suite shower with walk in shower, hand basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with twin single beds (3ft) and ample storage.
Bathroom bath with hand shower, hand basin and WC.
Attractive private fully enclosed south facing garden laid to lawn with colourful shrubs and patio including garden furniture and barbeque. A summerhouse is available for guests use including a day bed, sink and fridge.
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.
Off road parking for two cars. Further street parking available.
Included Bed linen, towels (please bring own beach towels), hig chair available on request, WiFi, electricity and central heating (gas).
Children All ages welcome.
Pets Regret no pets.
Telephone: None available Mobile reception good.
Bicycle Storage Available in shed in rear garden
Beach Milford on Sea 4 miles.
Shops in Lymington High Street,15 minutes' walk.
Pubs 5 minutes' walk to The Mayflower, further pubs within walking distance.
Short breaks available low season at any time, mid and high season two weeks before.
Changeover Friday.
Check in times: 4pm
Check out times: 10am
Non-smoking
Property Holiday Home.
Haven Bar & Restaurant
(Less than a mile)
(21)
Overlooking the marina with panoramic views, plenty of seating and a sunny outdoor terrace, this is a great spot to enjoy a meal, a few drinks or just a coffee and watch the boats go by. Food served daily from 9am.
The Haven Bar & Restaurant (T: 01590 679971) Lymington SO41 3QD
booked twice. lovely location, good food and friendly service
February 2024
Great location. Food very good but small menu and no specials.
May 2023
Great food and great location
April 2023
Great views from outside and the restaurant but dog friendly area has no views and feels a bit neglected . Food is ok but expensive for what you get - The Lighthouse in Keyhaven/end of Hurst spit is much better and the people care much more!!
May 2022
Good food, lovely views
January 2022
Excellent food, lovely location and views
October 2021
Enjoyed several visits here! Great cocktails, which we enjoyed sitting outside on the lovely terrace overlooking the Solent.
September 2021
Fabulous location for breakfast over looking the harbour.
August 2021
Lovely situation staff very friendly
July 2021
We had breakfast here twice. Excellent breakfast chef and the person who waits table outside is brilliant.
July 2021
Food good and staff very attentive. Restaurant overlooks the marina. Outside bar terrace. A lovely place to go for a meal. They make good cocktails
June 2021
Lovely breakfast. Good service.
June 2021
absolutely gorgeous a definate must if your in the area
June 2021
Fantastic service, great view. Fish and chips like no other, you won’t be disappointed.
November 2020
Delicious, fresh food
August 2020
Enjoyable meal friendly staff
January 2020
The food was nice, the place was nice and the outlook nice. The greeting we had was a bit frosty "have you booked?" But we were found a table - and it wasnt that busy.
November 2019
Good service and bar and terrace snacks very good, and great views
September 2019
Lovely restaurant. Very helpful waitress. Pears undercooked/unripe in starter.
September 2019
The food was excellent and the service was also first class. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.
July 2019
We had a small salmon platter, really tasty and… our little dog was also welcome on the terrace and even inside. Friendly staff and fantastic views. Great!
July 2018
The Fisherman's Rest - Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(25)
Once a popular haunt for smugglers, the clientele are a bit less rowdy at the Fisherman’s rest these days and come to enjoy the friendly atmosphere, good food and real ales. Choose from a menu of well-cooked pub classics to enjoy inside in the dining room or outside on the terrace.
The Fishermans Rest (T: 01590 670754) Lymington SO41 8FD
Not a good experience, checked website and it stated that food is served until 8pm on Sunday. Arrived with 6 people at 7pm to be told kitchen closes at 430 on Sundays and the keep forgetting to ask Fullers to update website. Didn’t seem interested in serving us a drink was more interested in chatting to couple with Yappy dog at the bar.. Looks like a nice pub from the outside. Must have just have caught staff on a off night on this occasion.
February 2024
Visited the Fishermen's Rest, which was an easy 5 minute walk from the accommodation. The staff were very helpful and welcoming, the food was delicious (we visited on a Sunday and one of us had the Roast and one the fish of the day) and the atmosphere was good. We wanted to return but run out of days.
October 2023
An absolutely fantastic Sunday lunch - beef and pork was superb
September 2023
Great food and very helpful in finding us a quiet spot with room for our sleeping baby
August 2023
Enjoyed our meal very much. The staff were warm and welcoming and the menu quite varied. Food was very good.
July 2023
Lovely pub, friendly staff & excellent food, especially fish specials
January 2023
We went here twice during our one week stay in Lymington. The food and service were both excellent. For what we had we felt we had good value for money.
August 2022
Had 2 excellent meals at this dog friendly pub. Lovely atmosphere.
April 2022
Great quality food. Good menu
October 2021
Very close by lovely friendly, great good
October 2021
Excellent Sunday lunch. Helpful and pleasant staff. Dogs welcome
September 2021
A very pleasant pub, with garden. Food good. We experienced mainly very friendly staff but one member of staff seemed more intent on getting us to order earlier than we wished, so we would get off the table in time she explained when asked.
September 2021
Excellent, very friendly and welcoming
July 2021
We had a lovely meal here, great service, and friendly staff
July 2021
Excellent pub restaurant
July 2021
Good food, friendly staff, accept dogs
July 2021
Lovely pub , the food was brilliant especially the fish curry.
June 2021
We visited twice during our stay in Lymington. The dressed and baked crab were delicious and staff were friendly and helpful
September 2020
Every time we are on holiday ,The Fisherman Rest is top of our list for dining .Super meals great menu and staff welcoming.
September 2020
Delicious fish and seafood
August 2020
Had some lovely meals here but fish and chips were greasy. Sticky toffee pudding was fabulous as were the other fish main courses we had. Bad idea to use the grill for toast - too hot - burnt.
September 2019
Lovely pub/restaurant with great food. A nice place to go for an evening meal
September 2019
We really enjoyed this pub/restaurant the food was really good, also the beer, consequently we ate here three times. Staff very friendly, helpful and obliging. However it is essential to book a table.
June 2019
We went 3 or 4 times during our stay in Lymington. It's a very welcoming little pub with a small but very nice outside area. Kids are welcome and the food is fantastic. Possibly the best burger I've ever eaten! Would definitely recommend.
July 2017
We enjoyed an early evening meal at thus pub. It was very convenient to our cottage. Everything was lovely. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The food delicious and the wine list pretty reasonable too. The ambience was good. It's a pretty traditional pub in its decor and that is meant to be positive because it helped create a very warm, comfortable and inviting environment. We will definitely return if we come back to Lymington.
June 2017
Coffee & Drift
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Overlooking the pretty town quay in Lymington, this relaxed, friendly café serves delicious artisan coffee and homemade cakes, as well as healthy smoothie bowls and Buddha bowls - all made with fresh, local produce. Open Tuesday - Sunday.
Coffee & Drift (T: 01590 678287) Town Quay, Lymington SO41 3ET
We visited most days while we were on holiday. Coffee is the best in the area. Staff are very friendly.
April 2024
Ok Coffee. A bit overpriced and the wait outside for 10 minutes for 2 small coffees was a bit extreme.
February 2024
Great coffee and cakes, their ‘morning bun’ is delicious, friendly efficient staff
February 2024
Best coffee shop ever! I'll miss my golden turmeric drink and the staff were accommodating and friendly
September 2023
Absolutely brilliant breakfasts and the coffee was delicious and served piping hot in a good size mug. 5 stars!
December 2021
Excellent coffee, smoothies and food, particularly the sourdough bagel with avocado & halloumi. Friendly & efficient service. Well worth a visit.
October 2021
Excellent coffee and milkshakes!
August 2021
Perfect coffee shop. Great coffee and friendly staff with excellent service
August 2021
We enjoyed a lovely brunch on the quayside: portions were very generous and the coffee was excellent.
July 2021
An amazing holiday, fabulous property, especially the lovely garden. Will definitely be booking again. Martin and Sally.
July 2021
Excellent coffees and food.
June 2021
We always visit Coffee & Drift when in Lymington. It is a friendly cafe, with great food and excellent coffee, in a great location
October 2020
Lovely hot chocolate
March 2020
We love this coffee shop and visit it often when we are in Lymington. Apart from its wonderful location, right on the harbour, the coffee is good, the cakes lovely and the staff a joy to deal with.
October 2019
This was an efficient and friendly local coffee shop. Great location and tasty fresh cakes
June 2019
A lovely place on the quayside to enjoy coffee and cake with friendly, helpful staff.
June 2019
Lovely spot for coffee.
April 2019
Great coffee, excellent service.
April 2019
The Ship Inn - Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(36)
In a superb location on the town’s quay with large decking area to the side - great for watching the world go by. The bar is well stocked, with an impressive selection of drinks. Due to being on the quay, the pub can get busy, so if you want to eat it’s worth booking ahead. The food is great, a step above the usual pub fare and comes in generous, hearty portions.
The Ship Inn (T: 01590 676903) Lymington SO41 3AY
A nice late evening family meal was taken here. Ok Pub, A bit quiet but very spacious. Overpriced like most things in the New Forest and waitress could have been a bit less open with her comments to one of our party who was made to feel a bit embarrassed as the only person ordering a starter.
February 2024
Had a very nice Sunday lunch here. Pleasant staff, and nice surroundings.
October 2023
We had two meals in the pub during our holiday - the restaurant was really busy so we sat in the pub - the food was really nice and we didn’t have to wait too long.
October 2023
Wonderful pub / restaurant very friendly and excellent service
September 2023
Great service , food and staff
September 2023
Poor and slow service with no proper management of order taking, and floor service.
September 2023
We were disappointed with the service, waiting a long time for desserts and with two young boys this was not ideal. Food descriptions not very accurate. One order was the Massaman curry which was not as expected and the chicken, bacon and avocado salad had no avocado!
August 2023
Lovely drinks on the decking just by the water. Excellent service. Food looked delicious.
July 2023
Welcoming pub and restaurant in a fab location. Good menu choice for vegetarians.
July 2023
About a 10 minute walk from the property. A nice ambience by the water and decent food and drink.
July 2023
Had a most enjoyable Sunday lunch here. Very spacious restaurant, excellent service, and great food.
June 2023
Unfortunately, due to staff shortages they were closed when we tried to visit (notice on door). We went elsewhere and did not return.
June 2023
Good fresh food and helpful staff.
June 2023
Lovely pub / restaurant with a view of the Quay. Very dog friendly.
March 2023
Lovely food, excellent service.
April 2022
Had a wonderful 3 course meal here on what you would think would be a quiet Tuesday night in the middle of February, not the case, the restaurant had a great atmosphere coupled with fantastic service. Would definitely come again.
February 2022
Excellent friendly service and good food.
October 2021
Lovely location, good food and service
October 2021
Great food and very friendly service. Will definitely come back again!
September 2021
A little pricy but excellent food from a decent menu well worth a visit.
July 2021
Excellent meal. Sat outside in the shade on a lovely hot day.
June 2021
Booked a table for Sunday lunch and were impressed out the COVID safety measures in place. Good food and friendly staff. Food could have been a bit hotter but that's a small criticism.
June 2021
Had two takeaway meals during our holiday - both excellent. Food and service superb.
April 2021
A warm welcome on a chilly evening. Delicious food and very helpful staff.
December 2020
Excellent food, great service, you’ll need to book.
November 2020
My husband and I are here twice. The best burger he’s had, said he and I loved the Brie starter.....and the macaroni cheese....and the chicken wings... Friendly staff, great atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. Bet it’s gorgeous to sit on the terrace in warm weather. Maybe next time..
October 2020
good food , suitable for family meal.
August 2020
Great choice of well cooked food.
August 2020
Had a great time superb service on New Year’s Eve
January 2020
Right on the quayside in Lymington - admire the boats, get out binoculars for the ferries to IOW. Then have a meal in this traditional pub - excellent quality and quantity throughout.
October 2019
Excellent location, friendly welcoming staff, lovely food, well presented and generous portions.
September 2019
Booked for a Sunday evening, disappointed to be told at only 7.30 pm that there were no roasts or pie available. Th menu is not bad but there were 5 dishes on the menu that were not available. That said, the food we did have was very good with good attentive service.
September 2018
Lovely setting, excellent staff, adequate food, could be better.
September 2018
Very nice pub. Ate there twice for lunch and was very nice. Lovely location.
November 2017
Lovely pub, great location, food this year 2017 is vastly improved on previous years, Would recommend.
June 2017
Enjoyed an excellent lunch at the Ship Inn. Good food and pleasant, helpful staff.
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
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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Hurst Point Yacht Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Offering you a coastal experience from Lymington and Hamble, Hurst Point Yacht Charters give you a five star service on the Solent, navigating the marinas and quays and taking you to beautiful bays or creeks such as Newtown and Wootten - perfect for dropping anchor and sipping cocktails in the sun.
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A brilliant days sailing with Clive, we were able to be very hands on, he was great company and super informative. Loved dropping into The Hut for lunch, altogether one of the best days out ever. (Pre book The Hut though, it's very popular!).
July 2023
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(Less than a mile)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
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Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Salamander Sailing Adventures
(Less than a mile)
Based in Lymington, beautiful Salamander is a 58 foot luxury sailing yacht available for private charter, an experience sure to be one of the highlights of any holiday in the area. Perfect for special celebrations, spectating sporting events on the water or simply to get away from it all, Salamander offers a range of trips to discover the beauty of the local coastline in style.
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Enjoy a 10% discount on regular boat trips for up to 12 guests during weekends
Enjoy a 15% discount on all regular boat trips for up to 12 guests midweek
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 Castle Beach
(8 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
Highcliffe Beach
(8 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.
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.
October 2023
We enjoyed our stay but things like comfier sofas would have been useful - the seat cushions slid off a couple of times a day!
September 2023
The house was fantastic, well positioned and well equipped.
September 2023
We've had a lovely week! The weather has been perfect and we have particularly enjoyed walking in the Nature Reserve. Lymington a very nice town! The St Barbes cafe, gallery and tourist info is worth a visit in New Street. Lovely comfortable house.
September 2023
Very spacious, lovely house! We've had a great week. I love it!
September 2023
A lovely place to stay - met all our needs! Quiet, peaceful and good location. Many thanks.
July 2023
A fabulous week. Thank you
July 2023
Absolutely, fourth time there so we clearly love it!
May 2023
A lovely week. Genoa Cottage has everything you need. Lots of space, lovely garden. The children really enjoyed it.
May 2023
Lovely, spacious house in a great location. We had a really good time visiting different places in the area and enjoyed a meal at The Mayflower.
September 2022
Great multi generation property. Lovely and light. Easy walk into Lymington. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
August 2022
Yes! We had a wonderful stay at Genoa cottage. It would be helpful if the broken blinds for the bi-fold doors were mended! One was missing, one worked the other didn’t.
August 2022
Great week, weather very good. Our second visit to this lovely house.
August 2022
A wonderful, spacious house in a great area. We've had a lovely week with excellent weather. Thank you.
August 2022
Lovely house to stay in and great location. Nice and cool in the hot weather. Fab holiday.
August 2022
We've had such a lovely stay in this wonderful spacious house, in close proximity to the marina and town where you can find various coffee shops and places to eat. A close couple of gorgeous beaches within driving distance, are perfect for the hot weather which we thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
April 2022
Lovely house, perfect location. We had a great time.
April 2022
We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous house. Hope we can visit again soon.
April 2022
Our second visit to Genoa this year! We love it here. Thank you for another wonderful stay!
April 2022
Lovely long weekend, excellent accommodation and a splendid mini break.
April 2022
A lovely long weekend in this beautiful house. Perfect location, nice and clean. So much fun as a family here. Thank you.
April 2022
Our second visit to this gorgeous cottage, its perfect for extended family holidays. So peaceful and cosy, loved it!
April 2022
Six of us slept in great comfort and enjoyed the wonderful open plan, spacious living dining space. We even got to enjoy the outside space. The cottage is so brilliantly located for lovely walks and the Mayflower was a delicious treat. We'd love to come back.
October 2021
A lovely stay in a stunning house. Minor niggles (above) but looking forward to our next visit. No problems in recommending.
October 2021
Yes we had a lovely week and all was even better than expected
August 2021
Yes enjoyed stay , but for the price the little things I have mentioned do matter . Equipment has scored low due to the issues I highlighted not working in the feed back ... and the cleanliness marked lower due to all the rubbish and bottles piled outside the garden gate on arrival .
July 2021
Our third stay and definitely not our last! Love this property so much, the 'outside in' feel in the summer weather is fabulous. Super quiet and super handy for the town , harbour and Solent way.
May 2021
Our party was the first in the house since last October, but first impressions still bright and fresh! We were lucky with the weather, missing the storms elsewhere! Delighted with the local pubs and the ale on draughty and excellent meals. And enthusiastic Service and welcome we got everywhere.
May 2021
We very much enjoyed our stay and look forward to booking the property again in the future.
October 2020
Lovely house. Great to have downstairs bedroom and bathroom for multi generational holidays. Comprehensive pre holiday communications. Thank you.
October 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed our week, the house is very nice but as a top quality let the small things mentioned let it down. It is in an excellent location with lots of things to do and see, and nice bars and restaurants. Definitely a location which appeals to travellers like us (retired couples, who travel regularly). We appreciate that it is coming to the end of the season but the house just looked a bit tired and the garden needs some attention.
September 2020
Stunning property which belies its exterior, great location in quiet residential area. Beautifully modernised. The Haven restaurant is great.
September 2020
Yes very much. Lovely property and garden. Cleaning could be more thorough and leave products for us to keep it clean
September 2019
Yes
August 2019
Lovely house, very well equipped. Have had a great time. Thanks!
August 2019
Shame we had to leave really. Excellent house and lovely area to explore..... Highly recommend!
August 2019
A fantastic house! Great location, clean, tidy and well equipped. The downstairs bedroom, shower etc was perfect for use with a wheelchair. Thank you !
August 2019
A lovely property; quiet and clean with plenty of space. The location is fantastic
June 2019
We had a lovely stay and enjoyed all the gadgets the house had. There was plenty of room for our family of 6 to stay without feeling on top of each other.
April 2019
Brilliant property
March 2019
We had a wonderful week, thank you for a lovely clean house to stay in.
March 2019
Love this home! Its perfect and we'll definitely be back.
March 2019
We all loved this house! Had a wonderful week, we will definitely be back.
March 2019
A beautiful home, super location and walks galore! Thank you for the milk and biscuits- perfect with a cuppa when we arrived. Hope to return.
March 2019
Very well equipped holiday home. Excellent location, ground floor facilities good for those who are unable to manage the stairs.
March 2019
A lovely house, everything we needed there. We love Lymington and had a very relaxing week. Thank you!
October 2023
We enjoyed our stay but things like comfier sofas would have been useful - the seat cushions slid off a couple of times a day!
September 2023
The house was fantastic, well positioned and well equipped.
September 2023
We've had a lovely week! The weather has been perfect and we have particularly enjoyed walking in the Nature Reserve. Lymington a very nice town! The St Barbes cafe, gallery and tourist info is worth a visit in New Street. Lovely comfortable house.
September 2023
Very spacious, lovely house! We've had a great week. I love it!
September 2023
A lovely place to stay - met all our needs! Quiet, peaceful and good location. Many thanks.
July 2023
A fabulous week. Thank you
July 2023
Absolutely, fourth time there so we clearly love it!
May 2023
A lovely week. Genoa Cottage has everything you need. Lots of space, lovely garden. The children really enjoyed it.
May 2023
Lovely, spacious house in a great location. We had a really good time visiting different places in the area and enjoyed a meal at The Mayflower.
September 2022
Great multi generation property. Lovely and light. Easy walk into Lymington. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
August 2022
Yes! We had a wonderful stay at Genoa cottage. It would be helpful if the broken blinds for the bi-fold doors were mended! One was missing, one worked the other didn’t.
August 2022
Great week, weather very good. Our second visit to this lovely house.
August 2022
A wonderful, spacious house in a great area. We've had a lovely week with excellent weather. Thank you.
August 2022
Lovely house to stay in and great location. Nice and cool in the hot weather. Fab holiday.
August 2022
We've had such a lovely stay in this wonderful spacious house, in close proximity to the marina and town where you can find various coffee shops and places to eat. A close couple of gorgeous beaches within driving distance, are perfect for the hot weather which we thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
April 2022
Lovely house, perfect location. We had a great time.
April 2022
We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous house. Hope we can visit again soon.
April 2022
Our second visit to Genoa this year! We love it here. Thank you for another wonderful stay!
April 2022
Lovely long weekend, excellent accommodation and a splendid mini break.
April 2022
A lovely long weekend in this beautiful house. Perfect location, nice and clean. So much fun as a family here. Thank you.
April 2022
Our second visit to this gorgeous cottage, its perfect for extended family holidays. So peaceful and cosy, loved it!
April 2022
Six of us slept in great comfort and enjoyed the wonderful open plan, spacious living dining space. We even got to enjoy the outside space. The cottage is so brilliantly located for lovely walks and the Mayflower was a delicious treat. We'd love to come back.
October 2021
A lovely stay in a stunning house. Minor niggles (above) but looking forward to our next visit. No problems in recommending.
October 2021
Yes we had a lovely week and all was even better than expected
August 2021
Yes enjoyed stay , but for the price the little things I have mentioned do matter . Equipment has scored low due to the issues I highlighted not working in the feed back ... and the cleanliness marked lower due to all the rubbish and bottles piled outside the garden gate on arrival .
July 2021
Our third stay and definitely not our last! Love this property so much, the 'outside in' feel in the summer weather is fabulous. Super quiet and super handy for the town , harbour and Solent way.
May 2021
Our party was the first in the house since last October, but first impressions still bright and fresh! We were lucky with the weather, missing the storms elsewhere! Delighted with the local pubs and the ale on draughty and excellent meals. And enthusiastic Service and welcome we got everywhere.
May 2021
We very much enjoyed our stay and look forward to booking the property again in the future.
October 2020
Lovely house. Great to have downstairs bedroom and bathroom for multi generational holidays. Comprehensive pre holiday communications. Thank you.
October 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed our week, the house is very nice but as a top quality let the small things mentioned let it down. It is in an excellent location with lots of things to do and see, and nice bars and restaurants. Definitely a location which appeals to travellers like us (retired couples, who travel regularly). We appreciate that it is coming to the end of the season but the house just looked a bit tired and the garden needs some attention.
September 2020
Stunning property which belies its exterior, great location in quiet residential area. Beautifully modernised. The Haven restaurant is great.
September 2020
Yes very much. Lovely property and garden. Cleaning could be more thorough and leave products for us to keep it clean
September 2019
Yes
August 2019
Lovely house, very well equipped. Have had a great time. Thanks!
August 2019
Shame we had to leave really. Excellent house and lovely area to explore..... Highly recommend!
August 2019
A fantastic house! Great location, clean, tidy and well equipped. The downstairs bedroom, shower etc was perfect for use with a wheelchair. Thank you !
August 2019
A lovely property; quiet and clean with plenty of space. The location is fantastic
June 2019
We had a lovely stay and enjoyed all the gadgets the house had. There was plenty of room for our family of 6 to stay without feeling on top of each other.
April 2019
Brilliant property
March 2019
We had a wonderful week, thank you for a lovely clean house to stay in.
March 2019
Love this home! Its perfect and we'll definitely be back.
March 2019
We all loved this house! Had a wonderful week, we will definitely be back.
March 2019
A beautiful home, super location and walks galore! Thank you for the milk and biscuits- perfect with a cuppa when we arrived. Hope to return.
March 2019
Very well equipped holiday home. Excellent location, ground floor facilities good for those who are unable to manage the stairs.
March 2019
A lovely house, everything we needed there. We love Lymington and had a very relaxing week. Thank you!
Haven Bar & Restaurant
(Less than a mile)
(21)
Overlooking the marina with panoramic views, plenty of seating and a sunny outdoor terrace, this is a great spot to enjoy a meal, a few drinks or just a coffee and watch the boats go by. Food served daily from 9am.
The Haven Bar & Restaurant (T: 01590 679971) Lymington SO41 3QD
booked twice. lovely location, good food and friendly service
February 2024
Great location. Food very good but small menu and no specials.
May 2023
Great food and great location
April 2023
Great views from outside and the restaurant but dog friendly area has no views and feels a bit neglected . Food is ok but expensive for what you get - The Lighthouse in Keyhaven/end of Hurst spit is much better and the people care much more!!
May 2022
Good food, lovely views
January 2022
Excellent food, lovely location and views
October 2021
Enjoyed several visits here! Great cocktails, which we enjoyed sitting outside on the lovely terrace overlooking the Solent.
September 2021
Fabulous location for breakfast over looking the harbour.
August 2021
Lovely situation staff very friendly
July 2021
We had breakfast here twice. Excellent breakfast chef and the person who waits table outside is brilliant.
July 2021
Food good and staff very attentive. Restaurant overlooks the marina. Outside bar terrace. A lovely place to go for a meal. They make good cocktails
June 2021
Lovely breakfast. Good service.
June 2021
absolutely gorgeous a definate must if your in the area
June 2021
Fantastic service, great view. Fish and chips like no other, you won’t be disappointed.
November 2020
Delicious, fresh food
August 2020
Enjoyable meal friendly staff
January 2020
The food was nice, the place was nice and the outlook nice. The greeting we had was a bit frosty "have you booked?" But we were found a table - and it wasnt that busy.
November 2019
Good service and bar and terrace snacks very good, and great views
September 2019
Lovely restaurant. Very helpful waitress. Pears undercooked/unripe in starter.
September 2019
The food was excellent and the service was also first class. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.
July 2019
We had a small salmon platter, really tasty and… our little dog was also welcome on the terrace and even inside. Friendly staff and fantastic views. Great!
July 2018
The Fisherman's Rest - Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(25)
Once a popular haunt for smugglers, the clientele are a bit less rowdy at the Fisherman’s rest these days and come to enjoy the friendly atmosphere, good food and real ales. Choose from a menu of well-cooked pub classics to enjoy inside in the dining room or outside on the terrace.
The Fishermans Rest (T: 01590 670754) Lymington SO41 8FD
Not a good experience, checked website and it stated that food is served until 8pm on Sunday. Arrived with 6 people at 7pm to be told kitchen closes at 430 on Sundays and the keep forgetting to ask Fullers to update website. Didn’t seem interested in serving us a drink was more interested in chatting to couple with Yappy dog at the bar.. Looks like a nice pub from the outside. Must have just have caught staff on a off night on this occasion.
February 2024
Visited the Fishermen's Rest, which was an easy 5 minute walk from the accommodation. The staff were very helpful and welcoming, the food was delicious (we visited on a Sunday and one of us had the Roast and one the fish of the day) and the atmosphere was good. We wanted to return but run out of days.
October 2023
An absolutely fantastic Sunday lunch - beef and pork was superb
September 2023
Great food and very helpful in finding us a quiet spot with room for our sleeping baby
August 2023
Enjoyed our meal very much. The staff were warm and welcoming and the menu quite varied. Food was very good.
July 2023
Lovely pub, friendly staff & excellent food, especially fish specials
January 2023
We went here twice during our one week stay in Lymington. The food and service were both excellent. For what we had we felt we had good value for money.
August 2022
Had 2 excellent meals at this dog friendly pub. Lovely atmosphere.
April 2022
Great quality food. Good menu
October 2021
Very close by lovely friendly, great good
October 2021
Excellent Sunday lunch. Helpful and pleasant staff. Dogs welcome
September 2021
A very pleasant pub, with garden. Food good. We experienced mainly very friendly staff but one member of staff seemed more intent on getting us to order earlier than we wished, so we would get off the table in time she explained when asked.
September 2021
Excellent, very friendly and welcoming
July 2021
We had a lovely meal here, great service, and friendly staff
July 2021
Excellent pub restaurant
July 2021
Good food, friendly staff, accept dogs
July 2021
Lovely pub , the food was brilliant especially the fish curry.
June 2021
We visited twice during our stay in Lymington. The dressed and baked crab were delicious and staff were friendly and helpful
September 2020
Every time we are on holiday ,The Fisherman Rest is top of our list for dining .Super meals great menu and staff welcoming.
September 2020
Delicious fish and seafood
August 2020
Had some lovely meals here but fish and chips were greasy. Sticky toffee pudding was fabulous as were the other fish main courses we had. Bad idea to use the grill for toast - too hot - burnt.
September 2019
Lovely pub/restaurant with great food. A nice place to go for an evening meal
September 2019
We really enjoyed this pub/restaurant the food was really good, also the beer, consequently we ate here three times. Staff very friendly, helpful and obliging. However it is essential to book a table.
June 2019
We went 3 or 4 times during our stay in Lymington. It's a very welcoming little pub with a small but very nice outside area. Kids are welcome and the food is fantastic. Possibly the best burger I've ever eaten! Would definitely recommend.
July 2017
We enjoyed an early evening meal at thus pub. It was very convenient to our cottage. Everything was lovely. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The food delicious and the wine list pretty reasonable too. The ambience was good. It's a pretty traditional pub in its decor and that is meant to be positive because it helped create a very warm, comfortable and inviting environment. We will definitely return if we come back to Lymington.
June 2017
Coffee & Drift
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Overlooking the pretty town quay in Lymington, this relaxed, friendly café serves delicious artisan coffee and homemade cakes, as well as healthy smoothie bowls and Buddha bowls - all made with fresh, local produce. Open Tuesday - Sunday.
Coffee & Drift (T: 01590 678287) Town Quay, Lymington SO41 3ET
We visited most days while we were on holiday. Coffee is the best in the area. Staff are very friendly.
April 2024
Ok Coffee. A bit overpriced and the wait outside for 10 minutes for 2 small coffees was a bit extreme.
February 2024
Great coffee and cakes, their ‘morning bun’ is delicious, friendly efficient staff
February 2024
Best coffee shop ever! I'll miss my golden turmeric drink and the staff were accommodating and friendly
September 2023
Absolutely brilliant breakfasts and the coffee was delicious and served piping hot in a good size mug. 5 stars!
December 2021
Excellent coffee, smoothies and food, particularly the sourdough bagel with avocado & halloumi. Friendly & efficient service. Well worth a visit.
October 2021
Excellent coffee and milkshakes!
August 2021
Perfect coffee shop. Great coffee and friendly staff with excellent service
August 2021
We enjoyed a lovely brunch on the quayside: portions were very generous and the coffee was excellent.
July 2021
An amazing holiday, fabulous property, especially the lovely garden. Will definitely be booking again. Martin and Sally.
July 2021
Excellent coffees and food.
June 2021
We always visit Coffee & Drift when in Lymington. It is a friendly cafe, with great food and excellent coffee, in a great location
October 2020
Lovely hot chocolate
March 2020
We love this coffee shop and visit it often when we are in Lymington. Apart from its wonderful location, right on the harbour, the coffee is good, the cakes lovely and the staff a joy to deal with.
October 2019
This was an efficient and friendly local coffee shop. Great location and tasty fresh cakes
June 2019
A lovely place on the quayside to enjoy coffee and cake with friendly, helpful staff.
June 2019
Lovely spot for coffee.
April 2019
Great coffee, excellent service.
April 2019
The Ship Inn - Lymington
(Less than a mile)
(36)
In a superb location on the town’s quay with large decking area to the side - great for watching the world go by. The bar is well stocked, with an impressive selection of drinks. Due to being on the quay, the pub can get busy, so if you want to eat it’s worth booking ahead. The food is great, a step above the usual pub fare and comes in generous, hearty portions.
The Ship Inn (T: 01590 676903) Lymington SO41 3AY
A nice late evening family meal was taken here. Ok Pub, A bit quiet but very spacious. Overpriced like most things in the New Forest and waitress could have been a bit less open with her comments to one of our party who was made to feel a bit embarrassed as the only person ordering a starter.
February 2024
Had a very nice Sunday lunch here. Pleasant staff, and nice surroundings.
October 2023
We had two meals in the pub during our holiday - the restaurant was really busy so we sat in the pub - the food was really nice and we didn’t have to wait too long.
October 2023
Wonderful pub / restaurant very friendly and excellent service
September 2023
Great service , food and staff
September 2023
Poor and slow service with no proper management of order taking, and floor service.
September 2023
We were disappointed with the service, waiting a long time for desserts and with two young boys this was not ideal. Food descriptions not very accurate. One order was the Massaman curry which was not as expected and the chicken, bacon and avocado salad had no avocado!
August 2023
Lovely drinks on the decking just by the water. Excellent service. Food looked delicious.
July 2023
Welcoming pub and restaurant in a fab location. Good menu choice for vegetarians.
July 2023
About a 10 minute walk from the property. A nice ambience by the water and decent food and drink.
July 2023
Had a most enjoyable Sunday lunch here. Very spacious restaurant, excellent service, and great food.
June 2023
Unfortunately, due to staff shortages they were closed when we tried to visit (notice on door). We went elsewhere and did not return.
June 2023
Good fresh food and helpful staff.
June 2023
Lovely pub / restaurant with a view of the Quay. Very dog friendly.
March 2023
Lovely food, excellent service.
April 2022
Had a wonderful 3 course meal here on what you would think would be a quiet Tuesday night in the middle of February, not the case, the restaurant had a great atmosphere coupled with fantastic service. Would definitely come again.
February 2022
Excellent friendly service and good food.
October 2021
Lovely location, good food and service
October 2021
Great food and very friendly service. Will definitely come back again!
September 2021
A little pricy but excellent food from a decent menu well worth a visit.
July 2021
Excellent meal. Sat outside in the shade on a lovely hot day.
June 2021
Booked a table for Sunday lunch and were impressed out the COVID safety measures in place. Good food and friendly staff. Food could have been a bit hotter but that's a small criticism.
June 2021
Had two takeaway meals during our holiday - both excellent. Food and service superb.
April 2021
A warm welcome on a chilly evening. Delicious food and very helpful staff.
December 2020
Excellent food, great service, you’ll need to book.
November 2020
My husband and I are here twice. The best burger he’s had, said he and I loved the Brie starter.....and the macaroni cheese....and the chicken wings... Friendly staff, great atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. Bet it’s gorgeous to sit on the terrace in warm weather. Maybe next time..
October 2020
good food , suitable for family meal.
August 2020
Great choice of well cooked food.
August 2020
Had a great time superb service on New Year’s Eve
January 2020
Right on the quayside in Lymington - admire the boats, get out binoculars for the ferries to IOW. Then have a meal in this traditional pub - excellent quality and quantity throughout.
October 2019
Excellent location, friendly welcoming staff, lovely food, well presented and generous portions.
September 2019
Booked for a Sunday evening, disappointed to be told at only 7.30 pm that there were no roasts or pie available. Th menu is not bad but there were 5 dishes on the menu that were not available. That said, the food we did have was very good with good attentive service.
September 2018
Lovely setting, excellent staff, adequate food, could be better.
September 2018
Very nice pub. Ate there twice for lunch and was very nice. Lovely location.
November 2017
Lovely pub, great location, food this year 2017 is vastly improved on previous years, Would recommend.
June 2017
Enjoyed an excellent lunch at the Ship Inn. Good food and pleasant, helpful staff.
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
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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Hurst Point Yacht Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Offering you a coastal experience from Lymington and Hamble, Hurst Point Yacht Charters give you a five star service on the Solent, navigating the marinas and quays and taking you to beautiful bays or creeks such as Newtown and Wootten - perfect for dropping anchor and sipping cocktails in the sun.
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A brilliant days sailing with Clive, we were able to be very hands on, he was great company and super informative. Loved dropping into The Hut for lunch, altogether one of the best days out ever. (Pre book The Hut though, it's very popular!).
July 2023
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(Less than a mile)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
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Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Salamander Sailing Adventures
(Less than a mile)
Based in Lymington, beautiful Salamander is a 58 foot luxury sailing yacht available for private charter, an experience sure to be one of the highlights of any holiday in the area. Perfect for special celebrations, spectating sporting events on the water or simply to get away from it all, Salamander offers a range of trips to discover the beauty of the local coastline in style.
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Enjoy a 10% discount on regular boat trips for up to 12 guests during weekends
Enjoy a 15% discount on all regular boat trips for up to 12 guests midweek
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 Castle Beach
(8 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
Highcliffe Beach
(8 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.
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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