Key Features
- Property code: A436
- 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
- Hot Tub
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
As featured online 7*LIFE during March 2023, read the article here.
Beautiful Hollybank Cottage is a fantastic house for your next holiday in the New Forest. Downstairs there is plenty of space to spread out, with a large comfortable sitting room with cosy wood burning stove for chillier evenings in, leading into a bright sun-filled conservatory with rattan bistro set, both offering a pleasant spot to relax with a morning coffee or evening tipple! A separate dining room in the oldest part of the cottage leads into a well-equipped kitchen and useful utility room, plus a small study with piano and work space completes the downstairs living area.
Upstairs, the three charming double bedrooms are accessed via two separate staircases. There is an en-suite shower room and dressing area within the master bedroom, and the luxuriously fitted family bathroom sits conveniently between the remaining two bedrooms.
Outside, the large private rear garden can be accessed through French doors from both the sitting room and conservatory. The bubbling hot tub is a fantastic addition, with endless fun and relaxation to be had during your stay. Hollybank Cottage is a perfect base for a family, group of friends and four-legged friends alike!
From the cottage the open Forest is a 10 minute stroll, with many walking and cycling routes to explore. The villages of Burley and Brockenhurst and the popular market town of Lymington are no more than a short drive away, as are the beaches at Highcliffe, Avon Beach, Barton on Sea and Milford on Sea. The closest town of New Milton has a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.
This thoughtfully-equipped, characterful cottage offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests, making an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Key Features
- Property code: A436
- 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
- Hot Tub
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
As featured online 7*LIFE during March 2023, read the article here.
Beautiful Hollybank Cottage is a fantastic house for your next holiday in the New Forest. Downstairs there is plenty of space to spread out, with a large comfortable sitting room with cosy wood burning stove for chillier evenings in, leading into a bright sun-filled conservatory with rattan bistro set, both offering a pleasant spot to relax with a morning coffee or evening tipple! A separate dining room in the oldest part of the cottage leads into a well-equipped kitchen and useful utility room, plus a small study with piano and work space completes the downstairs living area.
Upstairs, the three charming double bedrooms are accessed via two separate staircases. There is an en-suite shower room and dressing area within the master bedroom, and the luxuriously fitted family bathroom sits conveniently between the remaining two bedrooms.
Outside, the large private rear garden can be accessed through French doors from both the sitting room and conservatory. The bubbling hot tub is a fantastic addition, with endless fun and relaxation to be had during your stay. Hollybank Cottage is a perfect base for a family, group of friends and four-legged friends alike!
From the cottage the open Forest is a 10 minute stroll, with many walking and cycling routes to explore. The villages of Burley and Brockenhurst and the popular market town of Lymington are no more than a short drive away, as are the beaches at Highcliffe, Avon Beach, Barton on Sea and Milford on Sea. The closest town of New Milton has a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.
This thoughtfully-equipped, characterful cottage offers spacious accommodation for up to six guests, making an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Entrance door into lobby with stairs to first floor.
Door into Lounge with comfortable seating, wood burning stove and Smart TV. French doors opening onto garden.
Conservatory with rattan bistro set and views over garden.
Study with desk and piano.
Dining room with table seating six. Second staircase to first floor.
Kitchen with electric range cooker with double oven and grill and gas hob, integrated larder fridge, dishwasher and cafetiere.
Utility room with freezer, washer/dryer, wine fridge and microwave.
Cloakroom with WC and basin.
Upstairs
Bedroom 1 with double (4ft 6) bed and window seats overlooking rear garden. Dressing area with built-in wardrobes. En suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with king size (5ft) bed, wardrobe and dressing table, space for cot, window seat overlooking rear garden.
Bedroom 3 with built-in wardrobe, desk and twin (3ft) beds which can be configured as a super king (6ft) bed – please specify at time of booking. Nb in this configuration there is little extra room in the bedroom.
Bathroom luxuriously fitted with roll top bath, basin, secondary basin, WC and heated towel rail.
French doors open from both the lounge and conservatory onto a paved terrace with outdoor table and chairs for al fresco dining. There is a large lawn bordered by mature shrubs and a hot tub.
The village of Bashley is less than a couple of miles from New Milton where you’ll find supermarkets, a street market, pubs and restaurants. The village itself has a well-stocked village store with post office and a lovely garden centre. However, you’d be wise to pop in to Ferndene farm shop for outstandingly good fruit, veg, bread and cakes, dairy produce and meat – they have a fine reputation for the best sausages in the forest!
Bashley hosts an annual village show, and events are usually held in either the Cricket Club or Church Hall opposite. Visitors to the New Forest often head to Bashley if they want to go horse riding. Burley Villa Riding Stables are well known for traditional horse riding and American western riding, providing experienced and novice riders tracks, hacks and even BBQ trails out to the forest to ride alongside the famous free roaming ponies.
Private parking on carriage driveway at the front of the property with space for four cars.
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels for hot tub), gas central heating, electricity, WiFi, welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season.
Telephone: Mobile reception variable.
Children: All ages welcome. Travel cot (please bring own cot bedding) and high chair may be available on request – please ask at time of booking.
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 housetrained and well behaved. Please note that there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet per week.
Hot Tub: Please note that as the hot tub is emptied and re-filled between guests, it can take up to 24 hours to reach the optimum temperature.
Bike Storage: Uncovered within garden.
No Smoking.
Shops: Local Post Office and convenience store – 5 minute walk, New Milton – 5 minute drive.
Pubs: The Rising Sun – 10 minute walk, The Plough – 5 minute drive.
Beaches: Highcliffe Castle, Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, within 6 miles (15/20 minutes by car).
Short breaks: Available anytime all year, not in school holidays.
Changeover: Friday.
Property: Self-catering holiday home.
The Rising Sun
(Less than a mile)
(9)
This pub has vast outdoor space with dedicated ‘fun-tastic’ climbing frame and play area for the kids. Whilst the little ones are entertained, adults can enjoy the areas award winning real ales and wines. Pub classics feature throughout the menu, alongside imaginative salads, puddings and desserts.
The Rising Sun (T:01425 610360) Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25 5SF
Such a wonderful country pub for all the family. They were very busy at the time of our arrival but managed to squeeze us in. Great service, lovely food and great outdoor play area for the children.
January 2023
Very nice pub good food and plenty of it .Dogs aloud inside and lots of room outside too .A good play area for small children .
June 2022
Fantastic outdoor play area. Very swift service and nice choice of food.
June 2022
Good wholesome food and plenty of choice off the menu. Ideal for the family after a long drive.
April 2022
We went here 3 times whilst staying nearby. Very child friendly with large play area and good children menu.
July 2021
Excellent pub. Very friendly staff . Had three meals there during our stay in Bashley. The meals were very good and reasonably priced.
July 2021
Lovely pub for a family lunch - Delicious food & the playground is awesome!
July 2021
The food here was tasty, plentiful and well priced. We ate here several times over the course of our stay. The staff were friendly and there was a good atmosphere about the place.
October 2019
Friendly and welcoming ... to dog as well as me! Indoor and outdoor environment provided relaxation while enjoying tasty meals. By using a footpath and the edge of the Forest from my holiday accommodation in Bashley I appreciated being able to walk there... complete with pony and foal views!
July 2019
The Plough Inn
(2 miles)
(6)
A welcoming village pub with large garden and children's play area, serving a good selection of home-cooked pub food including a dedicated pizza menu and childrens options. Quiz nights on Wednesdays and traditional Sunday Roasts pull in a crowd.
The Plough (T: 01425 610185) Tiptoe SO41 6FQ
Not a fan sorry
May 2023
We had a good reasonably priced meal here..
May 2023
Very nice lovely food, very nice people.dog made welcome.
April 2022
Great place too eat very friendly atmosphere & good food.
March 2022
Visited once during our stay. The food was good and the Wednesday evening pub quiz was great fun.
October 2019
Frequented this establishment more than others. Good service and good down to earth menu available. Good vegetarian options available. Also love the breakfasts offered. Far better then any other establishments attended in the area.
October 2018
The Wheatsheaf
(3 miles)
If you’re looking for a no-frills pub with friendly service and good honest food, The Wheatsheaf is worth the trip. It’s earned a solid reputation for its amazingly good value carvery and curry nights. There’s a log burner to keep you cosy on chilly nights, and when the weather warms up, venture outside to the large and pretty beer garden.
The Wheatsheaf (T: 01425 611082) Christchurch Road, New Milton BH25 6QJ
The Three Bells
(3 miles)
(1)
A pub from the ‘Brewers Fayre’ chain, good for hearty burgers, pasta, grills and snacks at a fair price. There’s outdoor dining in the beer garden and plenty of parking.
The Three Bells (T: 01425 63828) Silver Street, Hordle, SO41 0FN
A pleasant treat and good value for those on a budget. The staff were friendly and accommodating for those with food intolerances and happily moved the menu around to match suitability. There is a petrol station next door reasonably priced so that you can fill up ready for the next adventure.
August 2022
Old Station Tea Rooms
(3 miles)
(10)
The perfect stop when out for a walk or destination out in the forest for some scrumptious food and drink. Set on the old station line when steam trains used to ferry passengers between Sway and Burley, these tearooms have a new lease of life. Serving hearty portions of well cooked food and deliciously naughty cakes and cream teas. There’s plenty of seating inside and out on the patios.
Old Station Tea Rooms (T: 01425 402468) Station Road, Holmsley BH24 4HY
Excellent to see a bit of the old railway still in evidence and put to such good and popular use. Even in early March the tea rooms were packed, but service still good. Would highly recommend a visit.
March 2024
Lovely tea rooms on our walk, they suggest booking in advance but was able to walk in off of our walk, sat outside, nice sandwiches & good cup of tea. Hot food also served, good service would call again
August 2023
Lovely walk from Burley before enjoying food and drink. Lots of outside seating which suited us as we have dogs. Food and service were first class
May 2022
lovely cycling stop for youngsters
September 2021
Excellent food & patient staff.
June 2021
An excellent cream tea although my wife's coffee could have been hotter.
December 2020
Great cafe with very nice cheese scones and breakfast options.
September 2020
Perfect stop for a cream tea when out cycling. Lovely place
August 2020
A lovely place to have breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. Cakes are delicious. Individual Lemon meringue cakes the biggest I've seen! Staff very welcoming and dogs allowed. There is currently scaffolding around the building which obviously spoils the look of the place but this is only temporary so don't let it put you off.
October 2019
Great place, good excellent and staff lovely
April 2019
Burley Villa School of Riding
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Welcoming beginners, intermediate riders and seasoned pros, Burley Villa School of Riding in the heart of the New Forest gives you the chance to go horse riding across these ancient lands and take in its abundant natural beauty. Pony trails, Kids Brush n Ride activities, Western saddle riding lessons or simply a trot observing the wildlife - it’s the New Forest at its finest.
Click Here for further information
Super day out. They are great at selecting the right horse for your ability, even if you are a bit nervous.
April 2019
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Taking the title as the home for the world’s most beautiful motorcycles, the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum is the brainchild of motorcycling legend Sammy Miller - 11 time British Champion, and winner of over 1400 events and counting - this is a living museum with almost every motorcycle in full running order. Perfect for petrol heads!
Click Here for further information
Excellent day out and reasonably priced entrance fee.
October 2022
Amazing day out and main reason for visiting the area for my husbands 80th Birthday
October 2021
Very interestin* place and courtyard cafe was good
June 2021
Very interesting. However, the new extension was a bit stifling in masks when the sun was shining. Pleasant staff in tea room
September 2020
Great place for a visit. Interesting and cafe was good
August 2020
Fantastic and interesting visit. Great place to go on a day when the weather isn’t so good. Bit expensive but worth it.
April 2019
Brilliant, very interesting. Nice cafe serving delicious food.
August 2017
Hordle Lakes Course Fishing
(2 miles)
A carp fishery set in 11 acres with seven individual spring fed lakes, Course Fishing at Hordle Lakes is a chance for all ages and abilities to enjoy a day of fishing. With plenty of parking a short walk from the activity, fish for Bream, Tench, Perch, Rudd, Chub and Roach with huge bags being taken all year round.
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New Forest Photo Treks
(3 miles)
In a selfie culture who wouldn’t be interested in a New Forest Photo Trek? Treks designed around their photo taking opportunity, this is a unique opportunity to explore the New Forest with your family album in mind. Teaching you photographic composition, abstract, landscape, close up, exposure compensation, depth of field, as well as camera technique while you go on a gentle wander through the New Forest, it’s a chance to learn a skill and understand the area at the same time.
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Apple Court Gardens
(3 miles)
(3)
A beautiful formal garden created more than 30 years ago, in the abandoned, walled kitchen garden of Yeatton House. Today it is a plant lovers paradise, packed with unusual and mature flowers, shrubs and trees from around the world.
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We were disappointed that it is no longer open.
June 2023
as guests of Apple court house the gardens were available for us to browse- however, one day we found out someone had opened the gats and entered the gardens for themselves arguing that they had driven from Devon. Wrong time of year to get the advantage of the beauty but could visualise the attraction
March 2019
Good selection of healthy plants for sale.
July 2018
Barton on Sea
(3 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
(4 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
(4 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
Avon Beach
(5 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Milford on Sea
(5 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
October 2023
Hot tub for us and garden for the dog are the main selling features! 2 x local farm shops are great.
October 2023
We stayed in this beautiful cottage last week and what a gem it was too! From the moment we pulled onto the drive we knew we'd made the right choice. The furnishings throughout the cottage were exceptional and every need was catered for especially as we had our daughter, son-in-law and 10 month old grandson with us. The owners have thought of everything, from stairgate to towel especially for our little dog! The garden is large and completely secluded which makes using the hot tub even better, the hot tub was lovely and relaxing after a busy day exploring. We will definitely be coming back to this beautiful cottage and cannot recommend this property enough. Weather was great too. Just perfect
August 2023
We did overall really enjoy our stay in a lovely house. It did feel like a home, rather than a soulless holiday let. The kitchen was very well equipped, and there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The location for the forest and coast was ideal.
May 2023
The third bedroom really needs some proper blinds or curtains and the door does not stay closed . However the cottage was wonderful furniture fab lots of space and comfortable. Garden was lovely and we really appreciated the dishwasher tabs washing power ,washing up liquid , cookies and wine . Also the lovely toiletries in bathrooms . Plenty of parking too and great communication .
February 2023
We had a wonderful stay - a really gorgeous house.
July 2022
I loved this cottage and fully intend to stay again. It is fitted to a very high standard and the garden is beautiful (note to dog owners: the garden is fully enclosed and secure which is great). The location is brilliant, easy access to Forest, Beach and Towns whilst still being off the beaten track enough to be peaceful. The garden is private thanks to the mature trees and hedges and the Hot Tub is highly recommended. The owners couldn't have been more friendly or helpful. I had a great holiday here, thank you.
June 2022
Just back from a fabulous week at Hollybank Cottage. The cottage is beautiful, loads of space and everything that you could possibly need for a wonderful week away. The house and garden were very classy and wonderful to relax in and the location was perfect for days out at the beach or in the forest. There were loads of lovely touches that made you feel like a valued guest, from excellent communication and help to find the property in the dark, lovely toiletries throughout the house (including for the children) and our dog enjoyed a bed and fleece blanket especially for him along with some treats. Wine, biscuits, milk and teas/coffee were all there to welcome us. The hot tub/spa was huge, positioned amongst fox gloves in the secluded garden and perfect for relaxing after a busy day. We would highly recommend this cottage and will definitely return for a relaxing break with every need catered for - Thank you
May 2022
This is a most beautiful cottage, with a large well looked after garden in a beautiful location near small villages and the sea. The kitchen is very well equipped and the property in decorated at very high standards. Very calming place and impecably clean. We had the most relaxing stay in years! After being there, every weekend I hear my kids asking: 'Mummy, I miss the cottage, the flowers and my large bed! When can we go back?' ...We hope to be back soon!
May 2022
Hi there, I'm Jayne and I work at New Forest Cottages. Our newly appointed property Hollybank Cottage is a real gem. It's got it all. Situated just around the corner from direct forest access, amenities and New Forest pubs. Beautifully finished and dog friendly too, the owners have thoughtfully equipped and furnished the property to ensure it's a real home from home with the added bonus of a private hot tub in the rear garden for relaxing during your break away. We would have no hesitation in recommending this beautiful home as a place for your holiday.
October 2023
Hot tub for us and garden for the dog are the main selling features! 2 x local farm shops are great.
October 2023
We stayed in this beautiful cottage last week and what a gem it was too! From the moment we pulled onto the drive we knew we'd made the right choice. The furnishings throughout the cottage were exceptional and every need was catered for especially as we had our daughter, son-in-law and 10 month old grandson with us. The owners have thought of everything, from stairgate to towel especially for our little dog! The garden is large and completely secluded which makes using the hot tub even better, the hot tub was lovely and relaxing after a busy day exploring. We will definitely be coming back to this beautiful cottage and cannot recommend this property enough. Weather was great too. Just perfect
August 2023
We did overall really enjoy our stay in a lovely house. It did feel like a home, rather than a soulless holiday let. The kitchen was very well equipped, and there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The location for the forest and coast was ideal.
May 2023
The third bedroom really needs some proper blinds or curtains and the door does not stay closed . However the cottage was wonderful furniture fab lots of space and comfortable. Garden was lovely and we really appreciated the dishwasher tabs washing power ,washing up liquid , cookies and wine . Also the lovely toiletries in bathrooms . Plenty of parking too and great communication .
February 2023
We had a wonderful stay - a really gorgeous house.
July 2022
I loved this cottage and fully intend to stay again. It is fitted to a very high standard and the garden is beautiful (note to dog owners: the garden is fully enclosed and secure which is great). The location is brilliant, easy access to Forest, Beach and Towns whilst still being off the beaten track enough to be peaceful. The garden is private thanks to the mature trees and hedges and the Hot Tub is highly recommended. The owners couldn't have been more friendly or helpful. I had a great holiday here, thank you.
June 2022
Just back from a fabulous week at Hollybank Cottage. The cottage is beautiful, loads of space and everything that you could possibly need for a wonderful week away. The house and garden were very classy and wonderful to relax in and the location was perfect for days out at the beach or in the forest. There were loads of lovely touches that made you feel like a valued guest, from excellent communication and help to find the property in the dark, lovely toiletries throughout the house (including for the children) and our dog enjoyed a bed and fleece blanket especially for him along with some treats. Wine, biscuits, milk and teas/coffee were all there to welcome us. The hot tub/spa was huge, positioned amongst fox gloves in the secluded garden and perfect for relaxing after a busy day. We would highly recommend this cottage and will definitely return for a relaxing break with every need catered for - Thank you
May 2022
This is a most beautiful cottage, with a large well looked after garden in a beautiful location near small villages and the sea. The kitchen is very well equipped and the property in decorated at very high standards. Very calming place and impecably clean. We had the most relaxing stay in years! After being there, every weekend I hear my kids asking: 'Mummy, I miss the cottage, the flowers and my large bed! When can we go back?' ...We hope to be back soon!
May 2022
Hi there, I'm Jayne and I work at New Forest Cottages. Our newly appointed property Hollybank Cottage is a real gem. It's got it all. Situated just around the corner from direct forest access, amenities and New Forest pubs. Beautifully finished and dog friendly too, the owners have thoughtfully equipped and furnished the property to ensure it's a real home from home with the added bonus of a private hot tub in the rear garden for relaxing during your break away. We would have no hesitation in recommending this beautiful home as a place for your holiday.
The Rising Sun
(Less than a mile)
(9)
This pub has vast outdoor space with dedicated ‘fun-tastic’ climbing frame and play area for the kids. Whilst the little ones are entertained, adults can enjoy the areas award winning real ales and wines. Pub classics feature throughout the menu, alongside imaginative salads, puddings and desserts.
The Rising Sun (T:01425 610360) Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25 5SF
Such a wonderful country pub for all the family. They were very busy at the time of our arrival but managed to squeeze us in. Great service, lovely food and great outdoor play area for the children.
January 2023
Very nice pub good food and plenty of it .Dogs aloud inside and lots of room outside too .A good play area for small children .
June 2022
Fantastic outdoor play area. Very swift service and nice choice of food.
June 2022
Good wholesome food and plenty of choice off the menu. Ideal for the family after a long drive.
April 2022
We went here 3 times whilst staying nearby. Very child friendly with large play area and good children menu.
July 2021
Excellent pub. Very friendly staff . Had three meals there during our stay in Bashley. The meals were very good and reasonably priced.
July 2021
Lovely pub for a family lunch - Delicious food & the playground is awesome!
July 2021
The food here was tasty, plentiful and well priced. We ate here several times over the course of our stay. The staff were friendly and there was a good atmosphere about the place.
October 2019
Friendly and welcoming ... to dog as well as me! Indoor and outdoor environment provided relaxation while enjoying tasty meals. By using a footpath and the edge of the Forest from my holiday accommodation in Bashley I appreciated being able to walk there... complete with pony and foal views!
July 2019
The Plough Inn
(2 miles)
(6)
A welcoming village pub with large garden and children's play area, serving a good selection of home-cooked pub food including a dedicated pizza menu and childrens options. Quiz nights on Wednesdays and traditional Sunday Roasts pull in a crowd.
The Plough (T: 01425 610185) Tiptoe SO41 6FQ
Not a fan sorry
May 2023
We had a good reasonably priced meal here..
May 2023
Very nice lovely food, very nice people.dog made welcome.
April 2022
Great place too eat very friendly atmosphere & good food.
March 2022
Visited once during our stay. The food was good and the Wednesday evening pub quiz was great fun.
October 2019
Frequented this establishment more than others. Good service and good down to earth menu available. Good vegetarian options available. Also love the breakfasts offered. Far better then any other establishments attended in the area.
October 2018
The Wheatsheaf
(3 miles)
If you’re looking for a no-frills pub with friendly service and good honest food, The Wheatsheaf is worth the trip. It’s earned a solid reputation for its amazingly good value carvery and curry nights. There’s a log burner to keep you cosy on chilly nights, and when the weather warms up, venture outside to the large and pretty beer garden.
The Wheatsheaf (T: 01425 611082) Christchurch Road, New Milton BH25 6QJ
The Three Bells
(3 miles)
(1)
A pub from the ‘Brewers Fayre’ chain, good for hearty burgers, pasta, grills and snacks at a fair price. There’s outdoor dining in the beer garden and plenty of parking.
The Three Bells (T: 01425 63828) Silver Street, Hordle, SO41 0FN
A pleasant treat and good value for those on a budget. The staff were friendly and accommodating for those with food intolerances and happily moved the menu around to match suitability. There is a petrol station next door reasonably priced so that you can fill up ready for the next adventure.
August 2022
Old Station Tea Rooms
(3 miles)
(10)
The perfect stop when out for a walk or destination out in the forest for some scrumptious food and drink. Set on the old station line when steam trains used to ferry passengers between Sway and Burley, these tearooms have a new lease of life. Serving hearty portions of well cooked food and deliciously naughty cakes and cream teas. There’s plenty of seating inside and out on the patios.
Old Station Tea Rooms (T: 01425 402468) Station Road, Holmsley BH24 4HY
Excellent to see a bit of the old railway still in evidence and put to such good and popular use. Even in early March the tea rooms were packed, but service still good. Would highly recommend a visit.
March 2024
Lovely tea rooms on our walk, they suggest booking in advance but was able to walk in off of our walk, sat outside, nice sandwiches & good cup of tea. Hot food also served, good service would call again
August 2023
Lovely walk from Burley before enjoying food and drink. Lots of outside seating which suited us as we have dogs. Food and service were first class
May 2022
lovely cycling stop for youngsters
September 2021
Excellent food & patient staff.
June 2021
An excellent cream tea although my wife's coffee could have been hotter.
December 2020
Great cafe with very nice cheese scones and breakfast options.
September 2020
Perfect stop for a cream tea when out cycling. Lovely place
August 2020
A lovely place to have breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. Cakes are delicious. Individual Lemon meringue cakes the biggest I've seen! Staff very welcoming and dogs allowed. There is currently scaffolding around the building which obviously spoils the look of the place but this is only temporary so don't let it put you off.
October 2019
Great place, good excellent and staff lovely
April 2019
Burley Villa School of Riding
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Welcoming beginners, intermediate riders and seasoned pros, Burley Villa School of Riding in the heart of the New Forest gives you the chance to go horse riding across these ancient lands and take in its abundant natural beauty. Pony trails, Kids Brush n Ride activities, Western saddle riding lessons or simply a trot observing the wildlife - it’s the New Forest at its finest.
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Super day out. They are great at selecting the right horse for your ability, even if you are a bit nervous.
April 2019
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Taking the title as the home for the world’s most beautiful motorcycles, the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum is the brainchild of motorcycling legend Sammy Miller - 11 time British Champion, and winner of over 1400 events and counting - this is a living museum with almost every motorcycle in full running order. Perfect for petrol heads!
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Excellent day out and reasonably priced entrance fee.
October 2022
Amazing day out and main reason for visiting the area for my husbands 80th Birthday
October 2021
Very interestin* place and courtyard cafe was good
June 2021
Very interesting. However, the new extension was a bit stifling in masks when the sun was shining. Pleasant staff in tea room
September 2020
Great place for a visit. Interesting and cafe was good
August 2020
Fantastic and interesting visit. Great place to go on a day when the weather isn’t so good. Bit expensive but worth it.
April 2019
Brilliant, very interesting. Nice cafe serving delicious food.
August 2017
Hordle Lakes Course Fishing
(2 miles)
A carp fishery set in 11 acres with seven individual spring fed lakes, Course Fishing at Hordle Lakes is a chance for all ages and abilities to enjoy a day of fishing. With plenty of parking a short walk from the activity, fish for Bream, Tench, Perch, Rudd, Chub and Roach with huge bags being taken all year round.
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New Forest Photo Treks
(3 miles)
In a selfie culture who wouldn’t be interested in a New Forest Photo Trek? Treks designed around their photo taking opportunity, this is a unique opportunity to explore the New Forest with your family album in mind. Teaching you photographic composition, abstract, landscape, close up, exposure compensation, depth of field, as well as camera technique while you go on a gentle wander through the New Forest, it’s a chance to learn a skill and understand the area at the same time.
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Apple Court Gardens
(3 miles)
(3)
A beautiful formal garden created more than 30 years ago, in the abandoned, walled kitchen garden of Yeatton House. Today it is a plant lovers paradise, packed with unusual and mature flowers, shrubs and trees from around the world.
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We were disappointed that it is no longer open.
June 2023
as guests of Apple court house the gardens were available for us to browse- however, one day we found out someone had opened the gats and entered the gardens for themselves arguing that they had driven from Devon. Wrong time of year to get the advantage of the beauty but could visualise the attraction
March 2019
Good selection of healthy plants for sale.
July 2018
Barton on Sea
(3 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
(4 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
(4 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
Avon Beach
(5 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Milford on Sea
(5 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
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