Holiday in Lymington with New Forest Cottages

Love holidaying by the water but want easy access to the New Forest? Enjoy the best of both worlds with a holiday in Lymington this year.

Why Lymington?

Lymington makes a perfect base to explore the local area and has many amenities with lots to offer for families, couples and groups of all ages. It’s an ideal location to keep everyone entertained.

The vibrant High Street has a variety of shops, designer boutiques, atmospheric pubs, prestige restaurants and cafes. This beautiful market town (market every Saturday), has a fascinating history and is well-known for smuggling during the 18^th Century.

Boating & Yachting Hub

Lymington, home to gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie, is known for its sailing and yachting. Watch boats drift in and out from The Solent at the pretty town quay or Berthon and Yacht Haven marinas.  

Lymington Sea Water Baths

Alongside Lymington River you will find the oldest open-air lido in the country built in 1833. Open from 1^st March 2014, Lymington Sea Water Baths is a popular attraction and as well as a place to relax and enjoy the weather they also offer activities including kayaking, paddle boarding and water zorbing.

To finish off, here are a handful of properties in Lymington perfect for a holiday on the south coast with quick and easy access in to the New Forest.

6 Island Point

This comfortable second floor apartment sleeps four and has fabulous views across Lymington River. Just a 20 minute walk to the centre of Lymington and a five minute walk to the ferry terminal, a perfect base for visiting the New Forest and Isle of Wight.

Corcaigh

This modern town house in the centre of Lymington is perfect for a family holiday. The property sleeps six over three floors and has a pretty garden, perfect for al fresco dining. Just a five minute walk to Lymington High Street.

10 Admirals Court

This one bedroom couple’s retreat overlooking Lymington town quay is a real winner. With some of the best views Lymington can offer, it is the perfect place to unwind and relax.

2 Solent Place

This immaculately presented town house has been furnished to a high standard. Laid out over five floors, this light and spacious property provides comfortable accommodation for up to eight guests. 

For more properties in Lymington or in the New Forest area please visit our website. 

Have a Hoppy Easter with New Forest Cottages

 
Can we tempt you away this Easter? New Forest Cottages has a variety of egg-cellent properties available across the Easter holidays, whether you are looking for a family holiday, dog friendly cottage, group holiday or a romantic break; you are bound to find something suitable for your Easter break away.

With a calendar packed with events, stunning walks, popular cycling trails, interesting wildlife and beautiful scenery there is a lot to cram in when spending your New Forest holiday with New Forest Cottages. We have hand-picked a few properties below each providing an ideal base for you to explore the New Forest. 

4 The Cottages A294, Brockenhurst                Ideal for a small family 

          

This cosy, spacious, family friendly property is situated in the heart of Brockenhurst. Sleeping 4 in total, the property is well equipped for guests with young children and babies and is just a 5 minute stroll to local amenities and 10 minutes to open forest.

Oakside B206, Lymington                                Couples retreat

This delightful, spacious two bedroom cottage in the centre of Lymington is the perfect couples retreat. Boasting two bathrooms and a light and airy open plan living area this property provides a comfortable base to explore Lymington and the New Forest.

Mew Hill Cottage A824, Fordingbridge            Group holiday

This immaculately finished chalet bungalow with four bedrooms provides spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to 8 guests. Fishing along a private stretch of the River Avon and a 2.5 acre paddock offered on a DIY basis are available by separate negotiation with the owners.
  
Number Four C136, Hordle                                Family holiday

With extensive grounds and its own football pitch, Number Four has plenty of activity within its own grounds to keep you occupied for days. This three bedroom house offers comfortable, cosy and versatile accommodation and is just a 10 minute drive to the New Forest National Park and coast. 

Horsey Holiday - New Forest

SEE THE FOREST FROM THE SADDLE

When you think of the New Forest ponies tend to immediately spring to mind, so what better way to explore the area than on horse-back? Riding gives you the freedom to explore the wild woodlands and rolling heaths whilst plodding along gently allows the opportunity to get that bit closer to nature.

There are numerous riding stables dotted across the New Forest so if you do fancy an afternoon in the saddle you’ll be able to find a suitable steed whether you’re an absolute beginner or highly experienced rider.

Why not try one of these stables suggested by the British Horse Society:

The Burley Villa School of Riding, near Sway is in the south west of the National Park. The stables provide Western Trails which are particularly popular with beginners, giving a more comfortable and laid back cowboy-style of riding.  And for the more experienced horse person, you can book a traditional English style group or private hack.

To the north west of the forest is Arniss Equestrian, not far from Fordingbridge. Here, you can make a day of your leisurely hack by joining one of their picnic or pub rides. What better than spending a few hours in the saddle knowing that you’ll have a stop off for a hearty lunch or a pint midway!

BRING YOUR OWN HORSE

If your horse is an important part of your family then it might not seem right to leave it at home whilst you have fun on your holiday. And if that holiday is in the New Forest then there is nowhere more perfect for you to bring your trusty steed for your very own equine adventure.

We have a number of properties which will cater for you and your horse too (by separate arrangement with the owners):

Criddlestyle Cottage A807 and Mews Hill Cottage A824 near to Fordingbridge have a 2.5 acre paddock available on a DIY basis, and adjoins a bridleway giving access directly into the National Park.

Two of our smaller properties will take horses too, so make sure you take a look at The Grooms A296 close to Brockenhurst, or Camellias A408 near Sway.

If you’ve always dreamed of galloping along the beach or exploring the winding tracks and trails through the forest we say: why leave your equine friend at home when they’ll enjoy a holiday just as much as you will?

MEETING THE LOCALS

Even if you don’t fancy getting up in the saddle, you’ll be hard pushed not to spot some ponies during your trip to the New Forest. For many people seeing the ponies and other livestock roaming freely is a real treat. So here are a few handy hints for you to bear in mind:

-       Please don’t feed the ponies as it can be bad for them and watch out as a forest byelaw means you could get fined for it too!

-       Don’t get too close, as no matter how docile the ponies appear they all have the potential to kick or bite you.

-       And remember that ponies and other New Forest livestock don’t have any road sense at all! Please give them a wide berth when driving and be aware that they may step out into the road in front of you.

Whether you’re watching the foals frolicking, you’re venturing into the saddle for the first time or if you’re treating your horse to a holiday too, we’re sure that you’ll enjoy spending time with your equine friends during your holiday in the New Forest.