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New Forest Cottage, charming & full of character in the heart of The New Forest

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Bank, ENG
  • Popular LocationNew Forest Museum3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew Forest National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World12 min drive
  • AirportSouthampton (SOU)25 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New Forest Cottage, charming & full of character in the heart of The New Forest

Located in the heart of The New Forest in the beautiful hamlet of Bank, Acorn Cottage is an idyllic place to stay, wether for a family retreat or for a romantic getaway. The cottage, much of which dates back to 1760, retains charm & character but features all the modern appliances you will need for a relaxing luxury holiday. There are gorgeous 3 bedrooms that sleep 6. Set in an acre of garden on the open Forest where the New Forest ponies & cows are your frequent visitors, as well as the ducks that live in the garden. Newly decorated, we offer exceptional quality, comfort & luxury. Downstairs there is a fully equipped cottage style kitchen with a dining area and separate utility room, lounge with wood burner, dining room with inglenook fireplace & garden room all with views over the extensive gardens. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms, the master bedroom is an en-suite bathroom with stunning forest views & king sized bed, a second bedroom with king sized double bed and a third that can be a twin or children's room (with a travel cot & matress) & a family bathroom with shower. The large secure front garden has a lawn area and various outside seating to enjoy the all day sunshine. The large back garden is divided into 2 sections, the first an enclosed area with outside lounge seating & BBQ on raised decking with steps down to a patio dining area and lawn which overlooks the rest of the garden. There is pretty pond area, which is fenced off from the house & main garden, with a pontoon and small pond house where you can picnic and watch the ducks and the occasional Kingfisher whilst overlooking the beautiful Willow Tree and tranquil surroundings. There is a great country pub a short walk away and the local village of Lyndhurst is close by offering a wonderful selection of shops, bike hire, coffee shops and places to eat. The picturesque village of Brockenhurst is a 10 minute drive or bus journey away (with the main line train with frequent trains to London and the South Coast). The New Forest is at your doorstep with endless walks, cycle paths and places to explore & enjoy. If it's a beach you're looking for, just 20 minutes away you have the choice of the beautiful sandy beaches and beach huts of Mudeford or the marina and stunning town of Lymington where crabbing and fish and chips on the quay are a must. A fantastic family cottage offering a beautiful, peaceful location but with so much to do - a perfect holiday home.

Property manager

Maria

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: We welcome dogs (maximum of 2)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property
Note from host: We welcome children & babies

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lyndhurst

Located in Lyndhurst, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit WestQuay Shopping Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World, or check out an event or a game at Civic Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • New Forest Museum - 3 min drive
  • New Forest Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • New Forest National Park - 9 min drive
  • Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 12 min drive
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Southampton Ashurst New Forest Station - 11 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Commoners Wine Bar - 8 min drive
  • The Terrace Cafe - 8 min drive
  • The Fox & Hounds, Lyndhurst - 2 min drive
  • The Buttery - 8 min drive
  • Huntsman of Brockenhurst - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A stunning wintery weekend away
We had such a lovely time at Acorn cottage, it was absolutely perfect in every way. Communication with Maria throughout super easy and the cottage is stunning, probably one of the most well thought out, well stocked getaways we've stayed at. We did plenty of local walks straight from the cottage and had a few stop offs on the way home in the local pub. We also visited on a pretty wintery weekend so it made the forest and the pub that little bit more festive. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebrations
Fabulous stay in such a beautiful, home from home cottage in an idyllic village. The host Maria goes over & above with her hospitality & nothing is to much trouble. The welcome pack is exceptional. Can’t wait to return
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness
to be noted
Lovely property, great location, but the dinning room was very dark so we never used this room and there were quite a lot of steps within the property which for some people maybe an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend away
We had a great stay at Acorn Cottage. Everything we needed for a weekend stay with 3 small children. Great location. Many thanks for making sure we had everything we could need! Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway
We had the most wonderful time at Acorn Cottage, as every little thing is catered for from all the games provided inside and out, to the the peaceful setting, where you can relax in the extensive gardens, or in the tranquility of the cottage. We loved that there are walks straight into the forest, without having to take the car and where the ponies literally walk past the front gate. Maria is a wonderful host and provided so many extras, including a delicious cake, bread, jam, wine, milk, juice, as well as a selection of teas and coffees. Thank you so much for a perfect break away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It truly was idyllic…
…from the communication with Maria and the lovely treats she left us to the picturesque cottage in the perfect location. Immaculately clean with everything you could wish for to make your stay as comfortable as possible. It really was even better than we had imagined it would be, immersed in nature and wildlife with all the creature comforts of a lovely home and a host that goes above and beyond. Thank you Maria - Josh and I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing - Highly Recommend
What an amazing place. Maria is a Fantastic host, really helpful. We were welcomed with a lovely homemade birthday cake for my husband’s birthday. The pictures really don’t do the cottage justice. The outside space was absolutely amazing, we brought our puppy and he had the best time in the garden. You cross the road and are straight into the forest for amazing walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and tranquil luxury hideaway
All I can say is that the listing does not do this charming and luxurious cottage, in a beautiful location and with a delightful host justice! We had a fabulous stay and I cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful as always!
This was our third time at the property. Cannot fault anything. It just gets better. Maria, our host, was always on hand if we needed her and nothing was a problem. The cottage and gardens are stunning. We were visited by ponies and had a little foal running up the drive. Short walk to The Oak Inn which was also very good. We are already looking at dates to return and will many more times. Absolutely first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family birthday trip May 2023
What a beautiful house and what a beautiful part of the world! Walk out of the property into the forest, or 3 minutes up the road to the pub, what a gorgeous dilemma. The cottage has everything you could wish for, including a beautiful garden, and Maria was a generous and thoughtful host. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023