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Holiday homes in Hampshire (39)

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House | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 18

Bury Tower House offers 4* self catering accommodation for up to 18 in a beautiful Georgian Grade II Listed detached house. Bury Tower retains many of its original features and has two private gardens together with off road parking. Perfect for families, groups, hen and stag parties and celebrations.

from £257 / night

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£1800 - £2200 / week

1 night min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 2 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

This Grade II Victorian property, set in secluded, landscaped gardens, is five minutes walk from the high street of the Georgian market town of Lymington. Offering luxury self-catering accommodation in the New Forest, it is within half a mile of the sea. The four bedroom building has been lovingly rebuilt to an exceptionally high standard .

from £200 / night

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£1400 - £1800 / week

3 nights min stay

12 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

An ideal location for coast or country within easy distance of the New Forest, PaultonsPark Manor FarmCountry Park or follow the Strawberry trail ideal for walking or bikeriding.Visit Netley Royal Country Park with beaches and views of the Solent. shopping at Gunwharf. £150 returnable breakage deposit required Fuel supplement £50 per week £30 short break as required.

from £150 / night

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£1050 - £1680 / week

1 night min stay

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 2 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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House | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

A spacious 5 bedroom self catering cottage in The New Forest. A wonderful base for exploring Hampshire, Dorset, the Isle of Wight and the beaches of the South Coast. Perfect for a family holiday or a relaxing getaway.

from £243 / night

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£1700 - £2000 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Steps from Marks and Spencer food hall, and a few more to the High Street, where there are numerous restaurants, pubs and shops. Waitrose is 500 yards away. Overland train to Waterloo and the Isle of Wight ferry at the bottom of the high street.

from £65 / night

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£453 - £950 / week

Short stays welcome

1 review

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Stunning four bedroom Edwardian cottage located on a private lane in the New Forest, half a mile outside the cattle grid. Set in beautiful scenery, yet easy travelling distance to Bournemouth town centre and the beach front.

from £118 / night

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£825 - £1620 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 4

A thoughtfully planned conversion of a former farm building to create two high quality cottages in the charming village of Martin, right on the borders of Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire.

from £60 / night

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£417 - £679 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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House | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

Luxury stylish 5* house, in the pretty rural hamlet of Neacroft, ideally located to explore the New Forest.and the local sandy beaches only three miles away. Elegant dining room, large garden for alfresco dining and games room with table tennis.

from £200 / night

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£1400 - £2945 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Newly converted barn on the owners working dairy farm in a quiet hamlet at the foot of the South Downs. The cottage has been built to a very high standard and has underfloor heating powered by a ground source heat pump. Beautiful views and country walks. 4*Gold Award.

from £79 / night

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£550 - £850 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 7

Self catering, four bedroom property in an ideal location looking out onto open forest in the New Forest village of Brockenhurst. The Hollies has been furbished and equipped to an extremely high standard and offers comfortable and relaxing accommodation for families.

from £105 / night

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£735 - £1260 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

In the heart of rolling Hampshire countryside, a mile and a half from the pretty village of West Tytherley, this extremely spacious cottage has been tastefully converted from the former dairy.

from £157 / night

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£1097 - £1833 / week

3 nights min stay

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Log cabin | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Award winning 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, five star, authentic, Norwegian log cabins some with the added lluxury of Hot Tubs. Set in quiet and peaceful surroundings on the edge of the beautiful South Downs Way just 3 miles from the historic City Centre of Winchester.

from £81 / night

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£565 - £950 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Abberley House & it's Lodge sleep eight people & is a perfect getaway for large family groups/groups of friends, offering flexible accommodation. The village location, with a pub and restaurant, is perfect for exploring the New Forest & surrounding area. We have up to two travel cots and two highchairs available for your use at no extra cost.

from £186 / night

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£1300 - £1800 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 25 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Chamberlains Cottage is a three bedroom self catering cottage, ideally located in the village of Brockenhurst in the New Forest. The property has been refurbished to a high standard but has kept its cottage character and provides a lovely holiday for families.

from £107 / night

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£750 - £1300 / week

3 nights min stay

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House | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 17

A Georgian Grade II listed home just 5 minutes drive from the beach with original features and mature private gardens with plenty of off road parking. WiFi, Sky TV Movie & Sports and a 30' dual aspect living room with feature working fireplaces plus is pet friendly!

from £186 / night

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£1300 - £2500 / week

1 night min stay

10 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Two Grade II listed gate houses at the entrance to a country estate, providing unusual and highly desirable holiday accommodation, graded 4 stars (Gold Award) by Visit Britain and about 10 minutes' drive from The New Forest boundary.

from £60 / night

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£417 - £679 / week

3 nights min stay

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Holiday New Forest Cottage 10 minute walk from the sea.

from £98 / night

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£682 - £1092 / week

3 nights min stay

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  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
Late deal: save up to £540

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

A thoughtfully planned conversion of a former farm building to create two high quality cottages in the charming village of Martin, right on the borders of Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire.

from £76 / night

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£533 - £871 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Whitecaps is a 3 bed detached house in a private estate, which sleeps 6. The house is a 2 min. walk from the beautiful beach and 5 mins from the Hayling Island Sailing Club. Enjoy the stunning sea views from the lounge and roof terrace. Stunning sea views from the lounge & roof terrace - a stones throw from the beach and the sailing club.

from £64 / night

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£450 - £950 / week

1 night min stay

14 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.3 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Converted barn on the owners working dairy farm in a quiet hamlet at the foot of the South Downs. It has been built to a very high standard and has underfloor heating powered by a ground source heat pump. Beautiful views and country walks. 4 Star Gold Award.

from £79 / night

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£550 - £850 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Set on the outskirts of Lymington within the New Forest National Park an ideal holiday location. Cycling in the New Forest and sailing in the Solent. This recently built eco-house enjoys a spacious feel with all rooms having lovely high ceilings and large windows.

from £129 / night

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£900 - £1250 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

The Lodge is a no-expense-spared restoration in the New Forest hamlet of Bashley, a few minutes' walk from the open forest. Heated swimming pool available in the summer months.

from £157 / night

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£1097 - £2172 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Situated in East Hampshire's tranquil Meon Valley, this well-planned conversion from an ancient farm building oozes character and style, the perfect base from which to explore this interesting and historic part of Southern England.

from £76 / night

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£533 - £871 / week

3 nights min stay

6 reviews

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Charming 3 Bedroom New Forest Cottage Near Coast.Sleeps 6. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open fire and central heating. Located on the southern edge of the New Forest, 4 miles from the coast. Large garden backing onto fields. Ideally located for exploring the unique landscape, wildlife, and picturesque villages of the New Forest.

from £89 / night

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£625 - £945 / week

Short stays welcome

29 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 7 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Two Grade II listed gate houses at the entrance to a country estate, providing unusual and highly desirable holiday accommodation, graded 4 stars (Gold Award) by Visit Britain and about 10 minutes' drive from The New Forest boundary.

from £60 / night

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£417 - £679 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Abberley House is a beautiful thatched cottage in the New Forest near Fordingbridge, with a pub & restaurant within a minute of the property. Perfect for families or groups of friends, it is ideally located for exploring the New Forest, Hants, Wilts & Dorset. Cot & Highchair available at no extra cost.

from £121 / night

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£850 - £1700 / week

3 nights min stay

11 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 25 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Combining period style and charm with a high degree of comfort, the accommodation at Cardew House is part of a Grade II listed house on the edge of the Georgian market town of Alresford.

from £76 / night

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£533 - £871 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Luxurious 4 bedroom cottage in the New Forest, Lovely gardens, lots of parking. 1 mile from Brockenhurst and 2 1/2 miles from Lymington. Handy for shops, restaurants and pubs, 3 of which can be walked to from the cottage. Horse riding, golf, cycling & IOW all near by. A real home from home. The perfect place to relax and base from for your holiday in the New Forest.

from £136 / night

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£950 - £1730 / week

Short stays welcome

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 7

A charming cottage located in the heart of the beautiful New Forest National Park, Forest Glen is a tasteful and comfortable self-catering cottage perfect fo a relaxing break. Charming Self-Catering Cottage in the heart of the New Forest.

from £129 / night

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£900 - £1250 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 14 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Manor house | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 9

Charming manor house situated in over 17 acres of grounds in the New Forest National Park.

from £150 / night

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£1050 - £1302 / week

1 night min stay

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Charming 1600 semi-detached 3-bedroomed thatched cottage 5 mins walk Lyndhurst. Idyllic setting: direct access to Forest, overlooks green where ponies and deer graze.Furnished as owner’s own holiday home offers a welcoming base in one of most lovely areas in the Forest. One of most photographed cottages in the Forest, pictured in international papers on postcards and placemats.

from £111 / night

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£780 - £1040 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 19 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Forest Corner is set on a quiet country lane with views from the kitchen, lounge, snug and bedroom windows over the 365 hectare New Forest National Park. The luxury contemporary interior offers open log fire, wood burner, dishwasher, double oven etc. Free WiFi broadband, 3D HD, APPLE TV,Xbox 360, BOSE sound system throughout, 27" IMAC 2 pwr showers/toilets.

from £85 / night

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£595 - £1395 / week

1 night min stay

7 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

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Log cabin | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Award winning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, five star, authentic, Norwegian log cabins some with the added lluxury of Hot Tubs. Set in quiet and peaceful surroundings on the edge of the beautiful South Downs Way just 3 miles from the historic City Centre of Winchester.

from £71 / night

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£499 - £895 / week

3 nights min stay

3 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Woodland Cottage is a delightful three bedroom, self catering property located in an ideal position looking onto open forest and only a few minutes drive from the village centre of Brockenhurst.

from £86 / night

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£600 - £1250 / week

3 nights min stay

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Ringwood Terrace is a delightful late Victorian cottage overlooking Waters Green.  The cottage is situated in a pleasant and tranquil setting within a conservation area on the edge of the popular village of Brockenhurst in the heart of the New Forest. Ringwood Terrace is a delightful late Victorian cottage overlooking Waters Green.

from £54 / night

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£375 - £1095 / week

3 nights min stay

3 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 15 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

A newly extended and refurbished six bedroom house specially adapted for disabled holidaymakers. Many specialised features and set in a rual location within walking distance of a Nature Reserve also adapted for disabled visitors.

from £118 / night

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£825 - £1595 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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Bungalow | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Award winning, peaceful accommodation, 5 mins from New Forest and Beach. Homemade New Forest Marque bread, eggs and preserves a speciality. Excellent local pub and shop, extensive woodland walks directly opposite. Ideal for families, walkers and cyclists.Sunny garden. We like to spoil our guests with our own produce, a sunny secluded garden and a totally relaxing stay.

from £75 / night

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£525 - £714 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

A newly extended and refurbished, single storey, 5 bedroom cottage located between Fordingbridge and Godshill in the New Forest National Park. The Cottage has its own self contained garden and parking for up to three cars.

from £157 / night

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£1100 - £1700 / week

3 nights min stay

3 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 15 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 15

Need a break this winter? Old Bridge Cottage is the perfect place for family, New Year and Christmas Parties, Hen and Stag dos or simply a romantic break. We offer full week or short break accommodation for up to 15 people within our main house and riverside studio. Swimming pool, Sauna, Hot Tub, Riverside Views, Private Garden.

from £173 / night

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£1209 - £3642 / week

Short stays welcome

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 18 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
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Hampshire is a popular area of England, famed as the home of two of our greatest writers, Jane Austen and Charles Dickens. With its rolling green hills, famous places, including Winchester, and mix of rural and city areas, this county is one of England's gems.It also has a large maritime history, with two of the UK's largest naval ports on its southern coast in the shape of Southampton, primarily a merchant port, and Portsmouth, a Royal Naval base and channel ferry port.