Key Features
- Property code: A722
- 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
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Tangles is a quaint, pretty terraced cottage set on a private track in the small hamlet of Burley Street. This beautifully presented holiday home has a peaceful sunny garden abundant with fruit trees. An open fire makes Tangles an ideal choice for an out of season break with forest walks and cycle routes right from the doorstep.
Not to be confused with the village of Burley, which is just a 15 - 20 minute walk or short cycle ride away, Burley Street is a peaceful hamlet close to many cycle routes. Bikes can be hired from the nearby village of Burley with Forest Leisure Cycling. The market town of Ringwood is less than a 10 minute drive with many shops, pubs and a weekly Wednesday market, as well as a farmers’ market on the last Saturday of each month.
Key Features
- Property code: A722
- 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
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Tangles is a quaint, pretty terraced cottage set on a private track in the small hamlet of Burley Street. This beautifully presented holiday home has a peaceful sunny garden abundant with fruit trees. An open fire makes Tangles an ideal choice for an out of season break with forest walks and cycle routes right from the doorstep.
Not to be confused with the village of Burley, which is just a 15 - 20 minute walk or short cycle ride away, Burley Street is a peaceful hamlet close to many cycle routes. Bikes can be hired from the nearby village of Burley with Forest Leisure Cycling. The market town of Ringwood is less than a 10 minute drive with many shops, pubs and a weekly Wednesday market, as well as a farmers’ market on the last Saturday of each month.
Entrance through to small hallway.
Shower room with shower cubicle, hand basin and WC.
Kitchen with electric cooker and hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, microwave and coffee maker.
Leading to dining area with large dining table seating up to eight. 3 sets of French doors open onto the garden.
Lounge with open fireplace and comfortable seating on two sofas, TV, DVD player.
Steep, narrow cottage stairs lead to the first floor.
Bedroom 1 with king-size bed and built-in storage, window overlooking the garden.
Bedroom 2 with double bed and built in storage, window overlooking the garden.
Family bathroom with shower over bath, hand basin and WC.
Tangles offers a beautiful garden to relax in. The French doors open out on to a pathway surrounded by busy borders. The pathway leads to a patio with table and chairs seating up to 6 with parasol. Follow the garden further and you will find a wide open sunny space to spread out in. Please note at the very back of the garden through a small locked gate is an open pond, there is also a private right of way for sole and private use of the neighbouring property.
Nestling in the lea of a hill surrounded by an area of true outstanding natural beauty is the village of Burley. If you love a bit of peace and quiet, Burley holiday cottages provide certainly that with the New Forest right on your doorstep, allowing you to walk straight out on to open heath and moorland. Burley holiday cottages are a perfect destination to explore the New Forest National Park. With ponies and cattle roaming around the village, Burley has remained untouched by time. Visitors will find many tearooms, pubs and shops to keep everyone entertained.
Get Active
For those who love the outdoors, find Forest Leisure Cycling in the centre of the village where you can hire bikes and enjoy a healthy and active day out in the surrounding area of Burley, touching on the Old Railway, with rides for all ages and abilities. Is horse riding your thing? Get in touch with Burley Manor Riding Stables and explore the New Forest on horseback. Alternatively hitch a ride on one of the Burley Wagon Rides, allowing you to see the New Forest at a leisurely pace. The rides start at 12 noon from the Queens Head car park in the village centre.
Witches, Smuggling and Dragons
Witches, smuggling and dragons are part of burley's unique character. During the late 1950's a famous 'White' witch named Sybil Leek lived here. She was often seen walking around the village in a long, black cloak with her pet jackdaw resting on her shoulder. Unfortunately, because her attire fitted the image of a wicked 'black' witch, the locals were upset by her presence and she decided to live in America where she continued writing many books on the occult and astrology, including "Diary of a Witch". One of the gift shops was named by her and has her picture hanging by the old Jacobean fireplace inside.
Parking for 2 cars on gravel driveway. Please note access to the property is via a gravel track in which there may be potholes; please drive slowly and carefully on the approach.
Included Bed linen and towels, central heating (gas), electricity, WiFi.
Children all ages welcome.
Pets Regret no pets.
Bike Storage Two steel bike anchors cemented into driveway at front of property.
Telephone Emergency calls only on landline. O2, Vodaphone and Three all provide decent 4g mobile coverage indoors and outdoors; EE’s coverage is fine outdoors.
WiFi: superfast broadband which is unlimited at over 300 mbs.
No Smoking.
Beach Highcliffe Beach 8 miles
Shops Burley 1 mile.
Pubs The Queens Head and The Burley Inn in Burley village centre.
Property: Self-catering cottage.
Short breaks Available low season only.
Changeover Friday.
Check in time: 4pm
Check out time: 10am
The Queens Head - Burley
(Less than a mile)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(Less than a mile)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(2 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 2018
The Elm Tree
(3 miles)
(1)
On the outskirts of Ringwood in an area called Hightown is The Elm Tree. It’s a bright spacious pub with large outdoor seating area to the front. Food here is very good. Menus are an extension of traditional pub fare and served in hearty portions, accompanied by a lovely selection of beers, ales and wine.
The Elm Tree (T: 01425 472516) Hightown, Ringwood BH24 3DY
Good Sunday lunch and dog friendly
April 2022
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
Click Here for further information
Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(Less than a mile)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
Click Here for further information
Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
New Forest Deer Safari
(2 miles)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
Click Here for further information
Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(3 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
Click Here for further information
Highcliffe Beach
(7 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(7 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Barton on Sea
(8 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
Avon Beach
(8 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
Mudeford Sandbank
(9 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
March 2024
October 2023 We had a wonderful stay and there were lots of activities such as cycling, walking, shopping and going to the beach. Overall, we had a lovely stay with lots of gorgeous scenery.
March 2024
December 2023 Thank you very much for a lovely stay. What a wonderful and peaceful place to stay. We are sure we’ll be back.
March 2024
February 2024 Absolutely fantastic stay. Lovely house and so clean and cosy. Very well equipped and would love to come again!
March 2024
March 2024 Thank you for a wonderful stay. We loved every minute, especially the time spent in the gorgeous garden.
August 2023
Our 3rd stay at Tangles. Love it here
August 2023
A lovely quiet well equipped cottage and great location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommended.
July 2023
16th - 23rd June 2023 We came back! Had great weather, sat in the garden enjoying the peace & quiet. Great cottage in a delightful part of the world. Thank you.
May 2023
A comfortable, cosy, thoughtfully designed cottage set in a wonderful location, with a beautiful garden and walks straight from the door.
October 2022
Fully enjoyed our stay - the cottage was well prepared.
September 2022
lovely place to stay
September 2022
Very pleasant stay. Lovely garden
September 2022
This was our third stay at Tangles, which speaks for itself. The garden had been well maintained and our son loves the swing.
June 2022
We had a lovely holiday, helped by 2 weeks of glorious sunshine. The cottage was full of character and comfortable and the garden was wonderful. We enjoyed lots of walks in the New Forest, exploring areas new to us (and usually leaving the car at home) then relaxing in the garden.
April 2022
We had a wonderful week at Tangles. It's a really gorgeous property, so tasteful, cosy & welcoming. It really felt good to come back to it after a day's cycling each day, a real home from home. The garden is so lovely too- great for our Easter egg hunt! Tangles is also really well located in the heart of the New Forest with easy access to lots of lovely cycle routes. I'd definitely recommend Tangles to anyone wanting a peaceful, relaxing holiday in the New Forest.
November 2021
Yes.
August 2021
Wonderful stay in this pretty cottage with the most beautiful garden. Very well equipped and good location.
July 2021
This is a charming cottage in a great location.
July 2021
Cottage lived up to high expectations.
May 2021
Tangles is a lovely cottage - very welcoming and in impeccable condition. The garden is magical - I could only have wished for slightly warmer weather to be able to enjoy it fully, but the bluebells were beautiful to look out on. It's definitely a property I'd like to visit again.
October 2020
Tangles was a lovely cottage located in the forest. It had everything we needed and was in a good location. It was furnished to a high standard and was the perfect place in which to spend a holiday in the forest.
October 2020
We absolutely loved the cottage, and in particular the huge effort that had gone into the garden - none of the cottages we've previously stayed in had as lovely a garden.
September 2020
We loved our stay here! We found the recommendations for local restaurants and services particularly useful.
September 2020
We were incredibly lucky after our French holiday was cancelled that this beautiful cottage was suddenly added to listing. The garden is sensational, the beds are comfortable, the cottage was so well stocked and really beautiful. Busy road walk into Burley but a nice off road pavement section. Queens head in Burley really nice, can’t recommend that other pub in Burley though! Tip- Take head torches for when you’re walking back from Burley! We would definitely go back, thank you.
March 2024
October 2023 We had a wonderful stay and there were lots of activities such as cycling, walking, shopping and going to the beach. Overall, we had a lovely stay with lots of gorgeous scenery.
March 2024
December 2023 Thank you very much for a lovely stay. What a wonderful and peaceful place to stay. We are sure we’ll be back.
March 2024
February 2024 Absolutely fantastic stay. Lovely house and so clean and cosy. Very well equipped and would love to come again!
March 2024
March 2024 Thank you for a wonderful stay. We loved every minute, especially the time spent in the gorgeous garden.
August 2023
Our 3rd stay at Tangles. Love it here
August 2023
A lovely quiet well equipped cottage and great location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommended.
July 2023
16th - 23rd June 2023 We came back! Had great weather, sat in the garden enjoying the peace & quiet. Great cottage in a delightful part of the world. Thank you.
May 2023
A comfortable, cosy, thoughtfully designed cottage set in a wonderful location, with a beautiful garden and walks straight from the door.
October 2022
Fully enjoyed our stay - the cottage was well prepared.
September 2022
lovely place to stay
September 2022
Very pleasant stay. Lovely garden
September 2022
This was our third stay at Tangles, which speaks for itself. The garden had been well maintained and our son loves the swing.
June 2022
We had a lovely holiday, helped by 2 weeks of glorious sunshine. The cottage was full of character and comfortable and the garden was wonderful. We enjoyed lots of walks in the New Forest, exploring areas new to us (and usually leaving the car at home) then relaxing in the garden.
April 2022
We had a wonderful week at Tangles. It's a really gorgeous property, so tasteful, cosy & welcoming. It really felt good to come back to it after a day's cycling each day, a real home from home. The garden is so lovely too- great for our Easter egg hunt! Tangles is also really well located in the heart of the New Forest with easy access to lots of lovely cycle routes. I'd definitely recommend Tangles to anyone wanting a peaceful, relaxing holiday in the New Forest.
November 2021
Yes.
August 2021
Wonderful stay in this pretty cottage with the most beautiful garden. Very well equipped and good location.
July 2021
This is a charming cottage in a great location.
July 2021
Cottage lived up to high expectations.
May 2021
Tangles is a lovely cottage - very welcoming and in impeccable condition. The garden is magical - I could only have wished for slightly warmer weather to be able to enjoy it fully, but the bluebells were beautiful to look out on. It's definitely a property I'd like to visit again.
October 2020
Tangles was a lovely cottage located in the forest. It had everything we needed and was in a good location. It was furnished to a high standard and was the perfect place in which to spend a holiday in the forest.
October 2020
We absolutely loved the cottage, and in particular the huge effort that had gone into the garden - none of the cottages we've previously stayed in had as lovely a garden.
September 2020
We loved our stay here! We found the recommendations for local restaurants and services particularly useful.
September 2020
We were incredibly lucky after our French holiday was cancelled that this beautiful cottage was suddenly added to listing. The garden is sensational, the beds are comfortable, the cottage was so well stocked and really beautiful. Busy road walk into Burley but a nice off road pavement section. Queens head in Burley really nice, can’t recommend that other pub in Burley though! Tip- Take head torches for when you’re walking back from Burley! We would definitely go back, thank you.
The Queens Head - Burley
(Less than a mile)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(Less than a mile)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(2 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 2018
The Elm Tree
(3 miles)
(1)
On the outskirts of Ringwood in an area called Hightown is The Elm Tree. It’s a bright spacious pub with large outdoor seating area to the front. Food here is very good. Menus are an extension of traditional pub fare and served in hearty portions, accompanied by a lovely selection of beers, ales and wine.
The Elm Tree (T: 01425 472516) Hightown, Ringwood BH24 3DY
Good Sunday lunch and dog friendly
April 2022
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
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Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(Less than a mile)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
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Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
New Forest Deer Safari
(2 miles)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
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Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(3 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
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Highcliffe Beach
(7 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(7 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Barton on Sea
(8 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
Avon Beach
(8 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
Mudeford Sandbank
(9 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
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