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Wood's Thatch

Mottisfont (4mls NE), New Forest
Visit England rating: 4 stars
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Thatched
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautiful thatched cottage tucked away in the heart of the Test Valley 
  • Perfect holiday retreat for walkers and dogs with a wealth of walks to explore
  • Close to the beautiful New Forest but near the vibrant, historic cities of Salisbury and Winchester
Property code: THATC

This picture-perfect thatched cottage is located in the beautiful Test Valley and is just 4 miles from the fringe of the New Forest National Park. The property sleeps four guests, making it ideal for a small family or a couples’ retreat. Keen walkers will be in their element, with a multitude of routes within easy reach, including the Test Way which passes through the village. The bustling market town of Romsey is 2 miles away and hosts some fantastic farmers’ markets throughout the year, which are well worth adding to your itinerary. Alternatively, enjoy a peaceful few hours strolling around the majestic grounds of Mottisfont Abbey (4 miles).

The cottage is full of character and charm, with gorgeous, exposed beams adorning the ceiling in the lounge and a roaring wood burner to snuggle in front of on chilly evenings. The bright and airy kitchen has ample room to prepare delicious meals for the group, which you can enjoy together in the charming dining room or outside on a warm day. Heading upstairs you’ll find two pretty bedrooms decorated in neutral tones and with soft lighting to create a relaxing atmosphere. Outside, there’s a partially enclosed garden with a BBQ for al fresco dining. Dog owners will also appreciate the handy dog-washing facilities in the barn.

Pull on your hiking boots and take on a segment of the 44-mile Test Way. The long-distance route passes through some of Hampshire’s most picturesque villages, as well as through meadows, along rivers and past some wonderful pubs. While away an afternoon at Mottisfont Abbey National Trust. This magnificent 18th-century house has a stunning art collection as well as contemporary exhibitions. There’s also a beautiful rose garden to admire and rolling lawns that make the perfect setting for a picnic.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom on the ground floor with shower over bath and WC
  • Double electric oven, electric hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine and microwave
  • Wood burner
  • TV with Netflix and DVD player in the lounge
  • Partially enclosed garden with patio area, seating and gas BBQ
  • Parking for 2 cars
  • Electric car charging point £10 per week
  •  Use of onsite dog washing and drying facilities
  • Shop with Post Office less than 1 mile, pub 2 miles
  • Telephone with free UK landline calls included
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 51 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Stephen 6th December 2024

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This is the second time we have booked for this gorgeous cottage and we have already booked for next year and as long as we can will keep on coming back every year the cottage has everything and more to enjoy a fantastic holiday whenever you won't to book its a fantastic place to stay anytime off the year so quiet and cosy

Reviewed by Christine 29th November 2024

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Would definitely recommend this cottage as we cant fault it at all. Fully equipped and so comfortable. The cottage was cosy at all times and so peaceful. Plenty of dog walks close by. The owner was so helpful and friendly and the welcome pack for both adults and pooches were so thoughtful. Thanks for a lovely stay and hope to come back next year.

Reviewed by Nicola 22nd November 2024

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We booked this for a short weekend and wished we had booked for longer. The owners were lovely and helpful, the cottage had everything we needed plus more, It was warm and welcoming and our dogs were extremely settled within minutes. We will be going back again.

Reviewed by Margaret 1st November 2024

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The cottage is perfect, being very well equipped, clean, warm and comfortable. The location is very quiet, peaceful and within short travelling distance of Romsey, Winchester, Salisbury and The New Forest.. The welcome pack was very generous as was the one for our dog ! This is probably the best holiday cottage that we have stayed in.

Reviewed by Anna 4th October 2024

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We had another wonderful stay in this gorgeous cottage with so many extras

Reviewed by Alison 27th September 2024

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Beautiful chocolate box cottage set in a lovely quiet area. Every creature comfort you could need! Welcome pack of yummy breakfast food and treats for the dogs too. Warm, cozy and homely. Sometimes you visit somewhere you can imagine spending the rest of your life there and this cottage was it

Reviewed by Sue 13th September 2024

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The cottage is beautiful and the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in.

Reviewed by June 23rd August 2024

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No improvements needed all lovely . Sooo well equipped. And soo dog friendly. All lovely xx

Reviewed by Julia 5th August 2024

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The cottage was well looked after and very clean and well equipped as ticked above. Nice that dogs are welcome and plenty of dog walks in the area.

Reviewed by Susan 7th June 2024

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Comfortable and warm. Wealth of equipment for every requirement. Good secure dog garden at the rear and dog walks on the door step.

Reviewed by Ian 31st May 2024

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Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location, great welcome packs for both human and canine guests, lovely hosts, will differently stay again.

Reviewed by Robert 17th May 2024

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Perfect cottage everything you need . Highly recommended

Reviewed by Paul 19th April 2024

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The second time we have been to this cottage, and we cannot fault our experience at all..just a perfect place for a weekend retreat. Weve already rebooked for next year.

Reviewed by Colin 12th April 2024

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Loved staying at Woods thatch, (aka Bells thatch) great location near Salisbury, the new forest and Southampton to name but a few.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 22nd March 2024

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Reviewed by Jonathan 15th March 2024

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Quaint, very cosy cottage. Important note re the garden - only the back garden is secure, the front garden is not. The only door in the cottage opens to the front, so when you let your dog out they can get onto the lane. There is no door from the cottage to the back garden. Supplies such as dishwashing liquid, kitchen roll etc are plentiful which iRead mores much appreciated, also very thoughtful welcome hamper. Due to the age of the property expect 8am noise from heating/water pipes in master bedroom. Hide

Reviewed by Roger 12th March 2024

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Very snug and has all right things for a break. The master bedroom bed is very comfortable, which is great for a bad sleeper like me!

Reviewed by Joanne 8th March 2024

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This is a beautiful traditional thatched cottage. We went in the colder months and it was lovely and warm, very cosy and the heating had been put on for our arrival. One of the best hampers we've ever received both for us and the dogs! The double bed was the best we've ever slept on, including our own. The cottage is fully equipped with everything Read moreyou could possible want. A superb holidy let. Hide

Reviewed by Elaine 3rd March 2024

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Reviewed by Paula 23rd February 2024

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We had a lovely time at this beautiful cottage. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. A welcome pack on arrival for us and our dog which was a lovely surprise. Super comfortable bed. We used the log burner in the evenings which made it extra cosy . We will definitely book to go back again.

Reviewed by Kerry 9th February 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage Everything you need for a relaxing getaway.

Reviewed by Julia 6th February 2024

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The cottage was beautiful, lovely furniture, comfy beds and well equipped with everything we needed and more. Lovely welcome pack for both humans and dogs - safe garden enclosed with stock fencing. Would love to re visit in better weather to make use of outside seating etc.

Reviewed by Kingsley 5th January 2024

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Warm and very well equipped , very friendly owner, very dog friendly and a great welcome pack .

Reviewed by Stephen 8th December 2023

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The cottage was absolutely fantastic this was the best holiday cottage we have stayed in so quiet and peaceful there is nothing more the owner can do to improve the cottage you no need for anything more fantastic hamper surprises the owner goes well above any cottage we have rented. I like to wish you all the best for the future

Reviewed by Lynn 1st December 2023

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Fantastically spacious cottage with lovely secluded garden and the most scrumptious, well equipped welcome hamper.

Reviewed by Jane 24th November 2023

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Lovely cottage, very comfy and cosy and in a quiet location but not too far out of the way. We didn't want for anything as it's so well equipped and the welcome hamper was the best I've ever seen. If you have small children Mottisfont is worth a visit as it's very nicely decorated for Christmas on a Polar Express theme. I wouldn't hesitate to recomRead moremend a stay in this cottage and hopefully I'll be back. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 10th November 2023

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Fabulous cottage, wonderful hosts would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Martin 27th October 2023

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Reviewed by Linda 20th October 2023

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This cottage is beautiful. Very well equipped and so clean and comfortable. A lovely wood burner that is very cozy. Walks from the doorstep and great for the dogs. Our labradors have had a great time. The welcome pack was the best we have ever had. Highly recommended this cottage.

Reviewed by Dawn 29th September 2023

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Had a wonderful stay. The cottage is very well equipped- cant think of anything that wasnt already there! Location is great for Romsey and walks in the New Forest. Recommend Montisfont House snd Gardens which are close by. Friendly owners, cosy ( but larger than it looks) cottage - what more could you want?

Reviewed by Anna 25th September 2023

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Amazing time spent here .. so much thought into what we might need and catered for doggies too . Cozy cottage lovely walks nearby

Reviewed by Karen 22nd September 2023

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We had a wonderful stay which was made extra special by Caroline and John - they left a lovely welcome pack which was so thoughtful even our furry friends had little gifts. The location was perfect for visiting the local area and the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage was first class. Thank you for making our short break more memorable.

Reviewed by Lisa 8th September 2023

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Lovely cottage, very homely with a great welcome hamper and lots of additional touches that were appreciated. For example torches, dog toys, beds, bowls, towels, throws and a bottle of wine on arrival making us and our four whippets feel very welcome. Lovely owner, helpful and knowledgeable about the local area, lots of information on local amenitiRead morees, nice outdoor space and well placed for all places on interest, would highly recommend this cottage. Well stocked with DVD's, games and books. Hide

Reviewed by Sandra 1st September 2023

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Cosy cottage every thing you need it is highly recommended .

Reviewed by Timothy 29th August 2023

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Bell cottage is a truly lovely place: a real home from home. It is equipped with everything you could reasonably think of, plus a great selection of games, books, maps & guides plus BT TV box & WiFi. The owners taok so much care to welcome us and provide provisions for our first day plus other goodies for us & our dog. We visited at the end of the Read moresummer holidays, so didn't enjoy the log burning stove - maybe for another visit in autumn or winter. There's a nice enclosed grassy garden too. Hide

Reviewed by Brenda 28th July 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine 7th July 2023

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Lovely cottage in a lovely area. Very well equipped, they've thought of everything. Excellent welcome hamper on arrival, the best we've ever had. Loads to do just a short drive away. Takes a bit of planning but there's a gorgeous walk straight from the cottage to the National Trust property Mottisfont Abbey. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed by Kim 23rd June 2023

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The cottage was equipped with above and beyond what we needed it was fantastic. It was kitted out for our 3 dogs brilliantly and so well thought out . The welcome hamper was an absolute gem and the doggies loved all their treats . The cottage was so well laid out for dogs too with easy to clean floors. Bedrooms were so comfy and clean again well eqRead moreuipped with everything we needed . I would highly recommend and absolutely stunning cottage . Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Carol 9th June 2023

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The cottage was lovely very comfortable and well equipped

Reviewed by Alan 2nd June 2023

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This is a lovely characterful,light and bright cottage. The gardens are sunny and the rear garden is secure. The cottage was clean and well equipped and comfortable. There is a bridle way at the end of the drive which was great for daily walks. Very restful. Lovely welcome packs for guests and dogs much appreciated by all. Lovely peaceful setting wRead morehich was brilliant as our dog can bark at anything that moves so it was a very relaxing stay. Lots of dog friendly pubs in the vicinity. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 26th May 2023

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Reviewed by Annette 19th May 2023

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Reviewed by Dawn 21st April 2023

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Lovely cottage. Good location for the new forest. The owners was welcoming and the welcome hamper was a nice touch. Very dog friendly.

Reviewed by Paul 7th April 2023

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We had a wonderful holiday staying in this beautiful cottage, which has been lovingly restored and tastefully decorated. The modern kitchen is extremely well equipped and the wood burner in the living room adds to the cosy, welcoming atmosphere. The welcome packs for us and our dog were very thoughtful and well appreciated.

Reviewed by Stephen 24th March 2023

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Absolute bliss. A warm welcome and a beautiful house, the ideal gateway to my favourite part of the UK.

Reviewed by Sandra 10th March 2023

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Fantastic beautiful cottage well equipped a real home from home. Very dog friendly with enclosed garden and washing facilities for muddy paws. Great location for visits to the New Forest, Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst. Fabulous welcome pack for both us and the dogs. Will certainly be back in the Autumn - thank you

Reviewed by Paul 3rd March 2023

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Reviewed by Pauline 24th February 2023

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Lovely cottage

Reviewed by Peter 20th February 2023

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A lovely cottage perfect for dog owners with enclosed garden and nearby bridle path walk. Ideal location for trips into The New Forest. Owners are friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Gavin 18th February 2023

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A very cosy and comfortable little cottage. Immaculately clean. Brilliantly equipped with everything you might need. Fabulous welcome pack provided. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by John 10th February 2023

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Very well organised, the host seems to to have thought of everything and the cottage along with its contents were of a very high standard. We particularly enjoyed the food that was left for us after a long journey from Edinburgh.

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