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Forest Edge

...cosy, countryside, cottage

  • 8+2 babies
  • 4
  • 3.5
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Forest Edge does space really well. This village home is fresh and airy and has lots of generously sized rooms where friends and family can get together to eat, relax and play. Gardens stretch to two-thirds of an acre with views across paddocks and woodland. At the back of the house there is a large paved patio area with lovely lighting and good terrace furniture.

This is perfect base for exploring the area. Come here for relaxation, family adventures and slice of life in the slow lane. Our favourite wild beach and Lymington town are all close – about 5 minutes drive for both.

The immediate surrounds of the heathery moor and forest are beautiful. The views are dotted with ponies in every direction. Especially in the centre of the village. Apart from dog walkers (and you are welcome to bring one or two small dogs your own!), it’s mostly the ponies you’ll meet on your travels. This area is a favourite haunt of the local New Forest breed and you’ll also meet donkeys, cows, (and possibly the odd pig in Autumn) roaming through the village. All call this area home, and will graze right up to the front gate.

Lymington is only 3 miles away. It is charming, full of bustle and life. Foodies have plenty to look forward to here too.

All-in-all it’s a lovely holiday house, well presented and set up for families, in a great spot. Get ready for British village life at its best.

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£130 / night

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Inside

The house is best for groups of 8 adults, 2 children (in the single beds) and then 2 babies. All rooms (except bedroom 4) are suitable for travel cots. One or two smaller dogs are welcome to join in the holiday fun too (downstairs).

The interior style is country comfortable, easy-going and relaxed. There are the owners’ family photographs, animal portraits, rugs thrown on boards, florals and antique chairs.

All in all: Forest Edge is about the village life experience. This is a lovely, well presented holiday home that’s set up for families and in a great spot.
Floor plan

Sleeping...

Bedroom 1 Upstairs - King size bed and a single bed / Feather bedding
Bedroom 2 Upstairs - Super king size bed with Ensuite / Feather bedding
Bedroom 3 Downstairs - 2 singles / Feather bedding
Bedroom 4 Downstairs - Double Bed / Feather bedding
Little Playroom Downstairs, off the sitting room. Extra single bed and table football / Feather bedding

Bathrooms...

Family Bathroom Upstairs bathroom with over head shower
Family Bathroom Downstairs bathroom with bath, separate shower and bidet
Ensuite Brand new in Bedroom 2 with shower
WC Downstairs

All the rest...

KitchenOven/ Two fridges / Freezer / Microwave / Dishwasher / Washing machine, Dryer
Mod ConsThere is a 42" Smart TV in the sitting room. It is equipped with BT, Amazon Prime and Netflix.
Roberts Radio and Amazon Alexa in the kitchen.
ConnectivityWifi is reasonable in the house.
Kids' StuffPlenty of board games and books. A table football table in the playroom area.
One cot (mattress dimensions 150cm x 52cm) and one highchair.
PetsUp to two smaller dogs welcome here (fee applicable). Garden is well fenced but houdinis may escape.

Outside

There is a paved terrace which really makes the back garden a great entertaining space. You'll be able to keep the kitchen sliding doors open all day and enjoy the inside/outside feel. It gets hot here so a large umbrella is provided for summer.

Outside the large gardens are mainly lawned, ideal for family games. There’s a good barbecue and picnic table for eating al fresco - a great way to enjoy long summer evenings and spectacular sunsets. If you don’t fancy cooking, we’ve tons of suggestions for tasty places to eat out. Or we can help you find a caterer; just ask. The kitchen here is well set up for it.

If you need more outdoor space, simply hop across the cattle grid and turn left. The little lane beyond goes nowhere and is of the prettiest and most perfect kind. For family walks with the smalls, learning to ride bikes, toddling along and smelling the flowers - it's the spot. Walk its length (about three minutes) and you’ll find yourself on the bowling-green-flat, pony-nibbled lawns of Pilley Green where local children play football and run around.
GardenLarge garden of 2/3rds an acre, mainly laid to lawn. Views to pony paddocks and small holdings from the kitchen and patio.

There is a charcoal BBQ for guests to use, several good outdoor seating areas, a big picnic table.

ParkingRoom for at least 3 cars parking on the driveway. More can park in the village parking just across the road by the shop (a 45 second walk).

Vehicle charging is possible via the mains electricity in the property. At the time of booking, you will be required to select how many electric vehicles you will be charging during your stay; as a £35 surcharge is applicable for each EV car per booking. Please also note that you will need to bring your own charging cables.

Home truths

The upstairs bathroom isn't the most luxurious, but it's clean, water pressure is good for an invigorating shower and towels are fluffy.

There is a cattle grid nearby the cottage and you can hear it at night when the rest of the village noises die down. All windows upstairs are double glazed so you can shut the noise out if you want.

Steven and Louise, the owners, do come and stay in an annexe at the property, on their way to and from their boat in Lymington. They park outside the property and have their own access. The annexe does not over look the main house or garden at all, and they do not stay in during the day. In short - they'll keep out of your way - but do ask them for local tips and info'. They're very well informed!

There is an extra charge for logs and kindling to burn on the fire (October- March) but feel free to BYO!

Accessibility

You can park right next to the front door. There are two steps up into the house. The downstairs bedrooms and entire downstairs are on one floor with no steps. The bathroom is roomy and has bath and shower. No grab or hand rails are provided however.

Booking Information

Included in your booking cost are: all bedding and linen, towels for the house, kitchen essentials, any baby kit you've requested and cleaning the house after you leave. We also supply some treats to get you going for tea when you arrive. Enjoy!

Arrival & Departure

Arrive from: 4pm
Depart before: 10am

Payment Info

Deposit: 50%
Balance Due: 45 days before your stay
Security Deposit: £500

Location, location, location...

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Stay in one of the quirkiest and sweetest villages in the forest.. the cattle, donkeys and ponies who live in the 'High Street' and the pub (which is meant to be haunted)... 10/10 all round. With bike riding & walking all on your doorstep, you can also enjoy a short minute jaunt to reach Beaulieu, Buckler's Hard & Lymington... all ended perfectly with a a spoiler feast at The Pig for afters!

Guests that have stayed here rate this place:

4.6 out of 5

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We have had a lovely weekend. Thank you for letting us stay in your very comfortable, homely house. The outloo... September 2023 Read More
We thoroughly enjoyed our week here. The house is very comfortable and homely. Sitting at the table eating o... July 2023 Read More
All of our family loved this house. It felt like a wonderful family home. Our stay was far too short and we wo... July 2023 Read More
Well presented & set up for families, in a great spot. We had a fantastic weekend at forest edge. The house an... June 2023 Read More

Guests that have stayed here rate this place:

4.6 out of 5

We have had a lovely weekend. Thank you for letting us stay in your very comfortable, homely house. The outlook across the fields at the back with the horses is quite beautiful. The house is very tastefully decorated with lots of interesting pictures, furniture and decor. We visited Lymington and had our lunch stop by the Yacht Club watching the boats come in and out. Had dinner at 'The Filly', which was delicious, dinner at the "Fleur de Lys' (also great) and Sunday lunch at the The Red Lion at Boldre which was fabulous. We wish we could have stayed longer! Thank you!

The Valentine family September 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our week here. The house is very comfortable and homely. Sitting at the table eating our lunch overlooking the fields beyond the garden was lovely. The grandchildren enjoyed the garden and playing table football. We were fortunate to see lots of donkeys, ponies and horses on the green at the front several times. A wander down Lucky Lane opposite is very pleasant and the heath is nearby. We saw beautiful demoiselles fluttering over the stream there. Thank you.

Carol, John, Laura, John, Claire, Alex and grandchildren July 2023

All of our family loved this house. It felt like a wonderful family home. Our stay was far too short and we won't hesitate to book again. We all felt welcomed and taken care of. Beautiful location and wonderfully quiet.

Linda July 2023

Well presented & set up for families, in a great spot. We had a fantastic weekend at forest edge. The house and garden was beautiful and even better than the photos.

Stephanie & family June 2023

It's always a goof sign when your stay has been too short - but that means you have to come back! And that's what we mean to do. It has been a great get together place and we look forward to our return with some others.

Casper, Rowan, Jenny, Mary & Pete June 2023

This has been a wonderful weekend with family to celebrate my 50th birthday. We've all felt very at home here in Laura & Stephen's lovely house. The weather has been fantastic and we've made use of the garden, enjoying watching the horses in the field. We also went to the beach Tuesday. All in all it's been a really relaxing stay with everything you could ask for.

The Macmullan family June 2023

We had such a fantastic stay as a family in this property- everything was perfect! We were a family of 6 plus a year old baby celebrating my mum's 60th birthday. We will be back!

The Gills and Gill-Grahams November 2021

A very special 4 generations - holiday. A total age of 400 years and 12 weeks! A perfect house to accommodate a 90 year old and a 12 week old. Thank you for sharing it.

Thomson family October 2021

We came to The New Forest for a family wedding at Pylewell Park. There was plenty of room for our 2 adults children and their partners, our friend who kindly dog sat and our 2 dogs. We stayed on for the week and loved every moment of it. Thank you.

The Sandbrodes, Jenny, Monty and Daisy. September 2021

A great stay with two families. Weather has been mixed and the house has given us space & views & some downtime, which we all needed. Usually, we spend a week on the North Norfolk coast but change of plans this year and we are so pleased with the result.

Andy, Poppy, Laura, Fergus, Molly and Luna & Oscar the dogs August 2021

Thank you for a lovely weeks holiday. Beautiful weather, comfortable house, great location!

Thompson family August 2021

We have stayed at several homes with New Forest Escapes and this was home felt the most instantly comfortable for us. We've loved the garden and the ponies visiting, a new love of table football has been established and a happy time has been had by all! Definitely visit Barton-On-Sea and Tanners Lane is a very special place. So special my sister got engaged there! Rivaaz Indian take away is also a must. Thanks for a great holiday :)

Hopson family holiday August 2021

A memorable 6th birthday party was had here- one of the 4 young boys. Excellent space and eating area in the garden. Endless football outside and table football. Great to have a playroom too. Lots of walks and pebbles thrown in the water. A perfect location for a family holiday. Thank you.

Sims Williams clan July 2021

A wonderful family break with 4 children from 20 months to 17 years old. Loved the visits from the ponies and lollies from the local shop. Excellent food at the Fleur De Lys pub and perfect weather for BBQ's whilst watching the sunset. Barton on Sea and Milford on Sea provided great beach days. Fallen in love with the area and will definitely be back.

The Sudmeijer July 2021

Forest Edge was the perfect place to stay for a week with 2 small children. Perfect location, beautiful house and garden. Loads of BBQs and fantastic al-fresco dining experiences. Lovely beaches, brilliant farm shop in Beaulieu. Lovely stay we'll remember for years to come.

Parsons and Haines families June 2021

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the New Forest. Your home is the perfect home away from home! There was so much to explore near and far we will be back to continue our adventures. Many thanks, a happy family and baby from Kent!

Brackenbury family September 2020

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in your lovely house. It felt like a home from home and we couldn't have had a better time. We loved the New Forest and will definitely be back. Many thanks!

The Moxhams September 2020

What can I say? This place is absolutely gorgeous. Perfect for family including my 80 year old mum - she loved looking out onto the garden and the horse paddocks. We all loved it. I want to stay forever!! Thank you.

Karen Turner September 2019

What a wonderful part of the world this is! A long weekend did not come close to doing it justice. Forest Edge proved a fantastic base nonetheless with lovely spacious rooms and living spaces. All three generations are very sad to leave.

Sayre Robinson-Horley and the Ricketts Family September 2019

A lovely stay in a good house and great location. Loved Tanners Lane and Milford On Sea.

The Finnigan Family August 2019

A lovely spacious house and peaceful setting. Community shop very useful. We really enjoyed the wood burner on our two rainy days and the garden on the sunnier ones!

The Westcotts August 2019

Such a beautiful place and very peaceful. A lovely home with stunning views of the horses. We had regular donkey visitors at the front gate! The Fleur de Lys and Hobbler are also well worth visiting. There's also lovely walks down into Lymington and Tanners Lane. We also went horse riding with Brockenhurst riding stables which was well organised and great fun. We'll be back to this area again.

Helen Vines & Family June 2019

We had a lovely stay at Forest Edge, what an interesting house, full of character and in such a beautiful setting. We will surely be staying again in the future.

The Hook Family June 2019

What a wonderfully well appointed cottage - everything has been thought of. Great location with village shop and pub serving excellent food within a short walk. Also easy to get to Brockenhurst by car or bike. The property is spacious, bright and airy with pretty views over the garden and surrounding fields. We really enjoyed the games room and cosy evenings in the sitting room. Our booking experience with New Forest Escapes and exchange with the owners was excellent. We felt very well looked after. Thank you for a great holiday. We very much hope to return.

The Elliot Family May 2019

I have recently enjoyed a stay at Forest Edge, a lovely spacious family home where you can choose to unwind in house or garden, catching up with all those unread books or explore the great outdoors. There are lovely walks straight from the front door and you soon find yourself on heathland and forest – the ponies are numerous and gorgeous. The village shop is just a short walk and the lovely old pub also within walking distance (a tasty pub lunch was sampled). It’s only a short drive into Lymington which is delightful and a trip over to the Isle of Wight is a treat. The house is in a great location to take advantage of an array of trips out and perfect for either family or adult breaks. I can certainly recommend it.

Family K April 2019

We had such a perfect weekend here at Forest Edge. The sun was shining and the ponies came to visit, Such a treat after so long stuck at home! Thank you so much.

The Chapman Family April 2021