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Mare and Foal enjoying the early morning sun, New Forest
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Holiday Cottages in the New Forest

Originally the deer hunting area of William the first 1079, the somewhat misnamed 'New Forest' is anything but new. A very protected national park, the New Forest is a spectacular and vast area for walking, cycling and horse riding.

The open pastures that have been preserved since the area was created provide not only a real sense of freedom but also some of the most contented animals - both wild and somewhat domestic. Read more

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50.747827, -1.557528

Well equipped, this spacious Regency-style holiday home sits in a quiet part of Pennington near Lymington on the outskirts of the New Forest National Park and is well placed for enjoying everything that both the forest and coast have to offer. Fabulous walks and an abundance of attractions for day trips out.

Weekly guide price:
£455 to £950

4  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.752113, -1.647506

A spacious and stylish self-catering holiday home located in New Milton in Hampshire on the edge of the New Forest. With a ground floor bedroom, this dog friendly rental is ideal for families and friends who like plenty of space and comfort and offers the chance to enjoy the best of both worlds with the forest and coast close by. The nearest beach is just over a mile from the cottage, and there are miles of forest tracks and trails just waiting to be explored.

Weekly guide price:
£850 to £2095

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.781238, -1.733364

Blackbirds is a detached family holiday home on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Located on a peaceful residential cul-de-sac in Bransgore, it sleeps six people in three bedrooms with a securely enclosed garden and off-street parking. The self-catering amenities are excellent, but there are three pubs and a cafe within a short walk if you'd prefer not to cook. The village also has a small supermarket with more amenities in nearby Burley and Ringwood. Blackbirds has wonderfully leafy views and is within an easy drive of the coast for days at the beach.

Weekly guide price:
£1470 to £1750
Short breaks from £210 per night

5+1  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.938599, -1.782662

Burgate Manor Farm is 230-acres of rural bliss in the New Forest National Park. The estate has seven fantastic self-catering properties including Swan Cottage, which sleeps up to six people in two bedrooms, and the holiday cottages can be hired together to accommodate groups of up to 54. Whether you are a couple escaping for a romantic weekend in the New Forest, or a party of extended family and friends celebrating a milestone occasion, you will love the comfortable accommodation and location just a mile from the picturesque town of Fordingbridge, and close to favourite New Forest attractions like Paulton Park and the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £1298
Short breaks from £140 per night

4+2  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.938599, -1.782662

Couples and families love Grebe Cottage, which offers 4-star accommodation in 230 acres of private farmland in the north of the New Forest National Park. There is space for four people to sleep in two bedrooms, and the holiday cottage can be booked on its own or reserved with one of several other lovely cottages on Burgate Manor Farm to accommodate larger groups of family and friends. Fordingbridge's medieval arched bridge and The George pub are only a mile away, while popular New Forest attractions like Beaulieu and Moors Valley Country Park are nearby. There are miles of beautiful footpaths, cycling trails and bridleways to help you explore the New Forest and enjoy being close to nature in this incredible ancient landscape. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£456 to £1130
Short breaks from £110 per night

4  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

50.868905, -1.398078

Affording an enviable position overlooking the Southampton water, this welcoming holiday home is ideally placed where the forest meets the sea in the maritime town of Hythe in Hampshire. Excellent amenities on the doorstep and under three miles from the New Forest with a multitude of attractions within easy reach.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £960

5  |   3  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.925348, -1.560374

Treat yourself to a healthy dose of R&R in the New Forest National Park. Bluebell Copse Cottages is on a family-run farm in Winsor, 10 minutes from Peppa Pig World, 20 minutes from Lyndhurst, and with fantastic walks and bike rides from the door. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms (two kings with ensuite and one double) and is ideal for families and friends. You can walk to the local pub and farm shop and spend happy days exploring before returning for a barbecue and a soak in the private outdoor hot tub. The self-catering holiday cottage is highly convenient for the M27 and favourite New Forest sights and attractions despite its wonderfully quiet location. 

Weekly guide price:
£1890 to £2145
Short breaks from £265 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.938599, -1.782662

Kingfisher Cottage is ideal for couples and families visiting the New Forest National Park. Only a mile from Fordingbridge and within walking distance of The George pub, the holiday cottage is on a private 230-acre farm beside the banks of the Avon River, surrounded by meadows and fields. There is space for four people in two bedrooms, with a double sofa-bed that opens out to sleep up to two more adults. Paulton's Park, the National Motor Museum and Moors Valley Country Park are all within easy reach, as are miles of footpaths, traffic free cycling routes and bridleways. With its pretty thatched cottages, free-roaming ponies and ancient forests and woodland, the New Forest is a beautiful holiday destination at any time of the year.

Weekly guide price:
£528 to £1196
Short breaks from £123 per night

4-6  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.757940, -1.542928

Perfectly placed right in the heart of Lymington on the High Street, this welcoming holiday home has a great choice of eateries and shops on the doorstep and is perfect for exploring both the coast and New Forest National Park on the doorstep. Hop on the ferry and visit the Isle of Wight, walk or cycle the many miles of forest trails, go sailing on the Solent, pony trekking in the forest or simply relax and enjoy the waterside setting.

Weekly guide price:
£990 to £1150
Short breaks from £160 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.869196, -1.581289

Perfect for families and friends, Timbers enjoys a quiet position in Lyndhurst, right at the very heart of the New Forest. Excellent amenities on the doorstep, wonderful walks and an abundance of attractions. Five bedrooms and plenty of living space both inside and out make this a perfect self-catering holiday home for large groups.

Weekly guide price:
£2300 to £3700
Short breaks from £330 per night

10  |   5  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.892774, -1.617629

A warm welcome awaits at Mary's Barn. Set in the grounds of the owner's thatched property, this delightful holiday home is ideally placed in the very heart of the New Forest National Park with forest walks and bike rides straight from the front door. Perfect for relaxing or exploring the areas many attractions.

Weekly guide price:
£480 to £520

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.749870, -1.554833

No. 51 sleeps 2 and is a great space for couples, friends or single travellers. The property is only a 10-15 minute walk away from Lymington High Street. For convenience there are shops and great selection of take away's literally on the doorstep. Having recently undergone a little refurb the place is fresh and clean and is an ideal base to explore the local area.

Weekly guide price:
£770 to £1015
Short breaks from £125 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.924165, -1.560380

Chocolate box pretty, this delightful thatched holiday cottage sits in the Hampshire village of Winsor in the New Forest National Park. Oozing character features beautifully blended with modern conveniences, Thimble Cottage is just a mile from the open forest with fantastic walks and miles of cycling to enjoy.

Weekly guide price:
£1200 to £1650
Short breaks from £180 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 6 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.027522, -1.592932

Your chance to stay in a quaint Shepherd's Hut in the tranquil pretty Test Valley on the Hampshire/Wiltshire borders. Perfect for couples looking for something a little different, this delightful retreat is only ten minutes by car from the many attractions of the New Forest National Park and nestles amidst stunning countryside. Guests can enjoy the shared use of an outdoor swimming pool and lovely walks straight from the door.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

2  |   1  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.773887, -1.495617

Dating back 350 years, this chocolate box thatched holiday cottage provides a welcoming retreat within the New Forest National Park between Lymington and Beaulieu. Close to both the coast and forest, Keepings is perfect for discovering the many attractions of the area.  

Weekly guide price:
£749 to £865
Short breaks from £130 per night

2  |   1  |   3+  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.821650, -1.576743

With its quiet location within walking distance of the centre of Brockenhurst, Hazel House is perfect for large or extended families or groups of friends who want a comfortable holiday house from which to explore the beautiful New Forest National Park. There is little passing traffic (safe for free-roaming ponies, donkeys and deer) and the house has space for up to eight guests (plus an infant) in four bedrooms. Favourite New Forest attractions like Beaulieu National Motor Museum are nearby, whilst the beach and Solent are only a few miles away.

Weekly guide price:
£1000 to £2200
Short breaks from £220 per night

8  |   4  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.834101, -1.848082

You and your family will have all the space you need at Lions Lodge. The three-bedroom holiday home sleeps seven people, but the vast backyard makes this place stand out. There is a large lawn, seating and a patio with a hot tub so you can soak your tired legs and sunburned shoulders after a day cycling through the New Forest, climbing at Go Ape, or swimming and surfing at Bournemouth. There are two pubs within walking distance of this welcoming self-catering rental in this quiet village near Ringwood and Poole. 

Weekly guide price:
£1605 to £2175
Short breaks from £248 per night

7  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.750514, -1.600802

The Garden Room at Meadow Rise is a bright and modern one-room studio just two miles from the edge of the New Forest and three miles from the coast - a cheerful affordable holiday home to rent for couples wanting to explore the forest and Hampshire/Dorset coastline.

Weekly price:
£420 all year
Short breaks from £66 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.742388, -1.694136

Ideally located just a five minute walk from the lovely beaches at Christchurch Bay, this comfortable holiday home is within easy reach of Bournemouth, Poole and the New Forest. Perfect for a holiday relaxing by the sea or exploring the forest and the many attractions of both Dorset and Hampshire.

Weekly guide price:
£700 to £840
Short breaks from £100 per night

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.938599, -1.782662

Sleeping up to six guests in two bedrooms (plus a sofa bed), Heron Cottage at Burgate Manor Farm is an excellent choice for families, friends and also couples who like a little extra space around them. Sitting on the edge of the New Forest just a mile from Fordingbridge, this welcoming holiday cottage offers lovely walks straight from the front door, river access for fishing and a great base for visiting the multitude of attractions in the area. Whether you want to explore the forest by bike, car or horseback; or get out and about exploring, you are assured a warm welcome at Burgate Manor Farm.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £1298
Short breaks from £140 per night

4-6  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

Need more inspiration?

Popular towns in and around The New Forest:

BurleyFordingbridgeLymingtonLyndhurstNew Milton

Some local suggestions:

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HampshireKentSurreyEast SussexIsle of WightWest SussexSouth Downs

Where to Stay in The New Forest

There are several excellent places to stay in the New Forest, all of which have something different to offer. With towns like Burley, Fordingbridge and Lymington all popular tourist spots, it is worth checking these out when looking for New Forest accommodation or somewhere to stay.

The town of Burley is favoured by those seeking wildlife in the New Forest. With wild ponies roaming freely and stunning surrounding countryside, you will find plenty to see and do here. Visit one of the 16th-century pubs for a cosy atmosphere and hearty meal after exploring the area.

You will also find lots to do in Fordingbridge, especially for those seeking to spend some time outdoors. Hiking and cycling are popular in this part of the New Forest, providing the perfect place for those looking to enjoy adventures with the whole family.

With several excellent restaurants, pubs and bars, Lymington is a lovely place to visit if you’re looking for a bustling market town in the New Forest. This is a great spot to wander through the different stalls selling fresh produce on a Saturday morning. Alongside its great atmosphere, Lymington also displays Victorian and Georgian architecture scattered around the town, providing a lovely area to explore.

The New Forest Travel Guide

Before booking your holiday cottage in The New Forest, you can find all the information you need for your trip here. For more tips, check out our complete New Forest Guide.

When to Visit The New Forest

The New Forest offers a huge landscape, meaning there is something for everyone here. Its stunning countryside and natural scenery, alongside the many quaint towns and villages, make it the ideal spot for all.

Being in the southern part of the UK means that the New Forest typically enjoys less rain and warmer temperatures. With longer daylight hours and more sunshine, summers are the perfect time to visit as this is when you can make the most of the great outdoors. Temperatures average around highs of 21 °C and lows of 13°C during summer in the New Forest. This provides a pleasant climate with a mix of sunny days and extended evenings.

Spring in the New Forest is a beautiful time to visit for those looking to make the most of the region's stunning scenery. With flowers blooming throughout the county, you will get the most out of the lush greenery during this time. There is a slight drop in temperature in spring, with average highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. It's always best to pack layers when visiting as the weather can be a little unpredictable!

Winter is a magical time to visit the New Forest. With the rolling hills and encompassing countryside covered in a light frosting, the setting here is utterly breathtaking during this time. The temperatures are rarely extreme in the New Forest and it would be unusual for it to drop below -5°C during winter. Although, it's always best to get wrapped up warm, as you head out to explore the stunning New Forest, whether that be the national park, or the many idyllic towns and villages.

What to Do in The New Forest

When you're all walked out, there are plenty of other attractions to entertain, such as the beautiful Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway, which offers over 200 acres of expertly manicured grounds. You can admire the sights on foot or from the comfort of a quaint steam railway. Beaulieu also combines pretty gardens and man-made machines with the National Motor Museum – a must-see for motoring enthusiasts with an interest in some very old classics!

For the kids, there are plenty of family days out including wildlife and nature attractions. Lovers of all things nautical should not miss a trip to Buckler's Hard or the pretty coastal town of Lymington. From here you can jump on a ferry and take a day trip to the lovely Isle of Wight.

How to Travel to The New Forest

If you are travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to the New Forest, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.

London: 82 miles

Birmingham: 146 miles

Glasgow: 432 miles

Liverpool: 242 miles

Bristol: 60 miles

Manchester: 228 miles

Leeds: 248 miles

Edinburgh: 435 miles

Newcastle: 335 miles

There are multiple ways to travel to the New Forest. Its excellent public transport links in many of its towns and villages mean you can journey by train or bus from numerous major UK cities. If you travel by car, there are some great service stations to stop off and rest up whilst on your trip, as well as alternative routes depending on what roads you prefer to drive on.

Learn More About The New Forest Region

Being a national park, the New Forest is a highly protected area, with proud locals who will happily tell you about the rich and fascinating history the county boasts. There are plenty of historical sites for those interested in tracing the steps of significant figures from the past, such as the Rufus Stone Memorial, which marks the spot where William's son is said to have died.

Though the locals will tell you all about the place, the best way to experience the New Forest is by getting out and seeing it. You can do this on foot, by bicycle or on horseback. Take a guided tour of the area or grab a map and go it alone.

Some locals that you are guaranteed to encounter are the county’s oldest residents – the New Forest Ponies. The wild and pretty herds roam freely throughout the forest and uphold the tradition of open pasture that has been kept alive since the time of William the first.


The New Forest FAQs

  • What is the nicest part of the New Forest?

The New Forest is a beautiful part of the UK, surrounded by diverse landscapes and gorgeous scenery. Whether you’re looking to explore dense woodland or stroll through quaint towns, you will find it all here.

When it comes to discovering the nicest part of the New Forest, it is difficult to narrow it down to one place. Although if you’re looking for somewhere brimming with nature you will want to head to Burley. Here you will find quaint cottages, an idyllic setting and the renowned New Forest ponies as they wander through the village.

  • What is there to do in the New Forest?

Boasting an extensive national park, historic castles, lovely towns, excellent hiking routes and much more, there are plenty of things to do in the New Forest. Whether you want to spend your time relaxing in the pretty villages or would prefer to get active, there is something here for everyone.

With lots of outdoor space, the New Forest is a great place to go for a range of activities. From biking to horseback riding, you can fill your visit with lots of adventures!

  • Can you stay in the New Forest National Park?

There are several great New Forest accommodation options in and around the National Park, meaning you can visit here and get an authentic experience. With numerous towns and villages around the park, you can find your perfect rental cottage to fully immerse yourself in all that the New Forest has to offer.

It's important to remember to be respectful when visiting the New Forest. Always tidy up after yourself to ensure that the nature remains untouched and pristine for all to enjoy.

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