Experience glorious countryside and bustling market towns from the vantage point of this cosy couple’s retreat on the cusp of the New Forest National Park. Studded 2.5 miles from Ringwood, your accommodation is excellently placed for navigating the stunning landscape. Load up a picnic with local fare and some delicious ale brewed at the iconic brewery and discover myriad footpaths and cycle trails, feasting together and marvelling at the stunning vistas.
Comfortable, welcoming and backed by ancient woodland, this studio-style abode provides a peaceful haven at the end of a busy day. Adjoining the owners’ home but guaranteed privacy, here you’ll have exclusive use of a charming courtyard garden and patio area for al fresco suppers on summer evenings. Inside, the open-plan living space features elegant sofas, pretty decor and a delightful dining nook. There’s a galley-style kitchen to serve all your culinary needs, and the handy shower room is a treat for soothing tired limbs. An open archway leads through to your sleeping quarters, where you’ll find a king-size bed crisply dressed for slumber. The nearest pub is a 1.5-mile walk away.
If you can’t resist fine seafood and fresh sea air, the coast is within an 11-mile drive and promises a day trip to remember. Tour the seaside resort of Bournemouth, unwind on the golden sands of Hengistbury Head Beach (11.5 miles) and charter a boat to visit the unspoilt Brownsea Island from Poole Harbour (17 miles). From your doorstep, the New Forest National Park is a 4-mile drive away with its charming towns, miles of spectacular scenery and adrenaline-fuelled activity opportunities from aerial adventures to water-based fun. Try archery, zip wires and abseiling, or go off the beaten track and embrace wild swimming.