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Forester's Cottage

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7 Nights See prices

  • £770  to  £1200

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Short Breaks From

  • £110 p/night
    Off peak
    (3 night min)
  • £171 p/night
    Peak season
    (3 night min)

Next OfferMore offers

£350 Fri, 24 Jan 2025
2 nights - Save £40 - With late departure Sunday. Or 3 nights £390. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    4

  • Bedrooms

    2 Rooms

  • Min Nights

    3 (all year)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    2 Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Access
    G

    Ground floor
    Living

  • Star Rating

    4 Star

About Forester's Cottage

Forester's Cottage, detached, two bedrooms each with en-suite and delightful country charm.
See our offers: 2 night weekends January and February from pm Fridays to late departure Sundays.

This delightful detached 4 Star property is located within the owners own grounds and offers 4* self catering holiday accommodation for four guests plus a cot and high chair can be provided for an infant, children of all ages are welcome. Forester’s is equally ideal for a couple - a discount is offered to a couple if only using one of the bedrooms (and en-suite). Pets are also welcome by arrangement as well as livery for horses. Direct booking - no booking fees, vat or security deposit. Electric Vehicles may be charged using the owners EV Charger by arrangement.

Without stairs, Forester's has level accommodation which is exceptionally well maintained and fully equipped to ensure you have an enjoyable and memorable holiday or short break. 100% awarded for Cleanliness by Visit England. Smart TV and central heating throughout offer a very comfortable environment whatever the time of year. Forester’s is open for Christmas and New Year. All utilities and broadband are included.

Surrounded by trees, fields and hedgerows, this lovely area has plenty of wildlife, excellent off road walks, cycling trails and horse riding. It is located on the New Forest / East Dorset border, allowing guests to enjoy the best of these two popular areas. Within an easy walk, mostly off road, is Moors Valley Country Park with lakes, a tree top trail, cycle hire, steam railway and lots more. The vibrant market town of Ringwood in the New Forest is just 4 miles east. The stunning scenery of the Cranborne Chase is only four miles west and for those wanting a day at the beach, Bournemouth, Boscombe are only 10 miles away, whilst Southbourne, Hengistbury Head and Mudeford Sands with nature trails, cliff walks, land-train and water sports are approximately 8 miles. The Dorset Jurassic Coast is easily explored at Lulworth, Durdle Door and Kimmeridge where fossils can be found particularly at low tide and the famous giant sea monster can be seen in the Etches Museum, Kimmeridge.

The forest, coast and countryside has events and special sites as well as a huge variety of bistros, pubs, restaurants, markets, museums, and attractions. Our location offers visitors the best getaways with a huge variety of pursuits and activities to experience. It's all waiting for you, get the Spring in your step with a weekend, short break, or weekly holiday. See: www.foresterscottage.co.uk

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Jean Baylis joined Independent Cottages in June 2009


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Beach Nearby
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Accessible by Public Transport
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Pub Nearby
  • Games Room
  • Bike Storage
  • Golf Nearby
  • Kingsize +
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • Enclosed Garden
  • DVD Player
  • Smart TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • Shower
  • Horse Riding Nearby
  • Stables/ Livery Onsite
  • WiFi
  • Electric Vehicle Charging
    EV

Location (Dorset)

Accommodation is all on ground level and comprises:

  • The living space is open-plan in style with comfy leather sofas, flat screen Smart TV with Freeview, Apps and DVD. Double aspect windows provide relaxing views over the garden to the stables. Country pine furniture complements this room which includes a dining table and chairs. A high chair for an infant can be provided on request.
  • Well equipped and maintained kitchen which includes a washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, fitted hob and electric oven.
  • King-size bedroom with vaulted timber ceiling, country pine furniture and Smart TV. Plus an en-suite with shower, toilet and hand basin.
  • Twin bedroom with country charm, after one low beam, the room opens to a vaulted timber ceiling. This room also has an en-suite with shower, toilet and hand basin.

Outside: Forester's Cottage is located within the owners private grounds. The cottage has a fenced and gated garden with a lawn, colourful planted borders with shrubs and trees. The furnished patio, complete with barbecue, is a lovely sun spot ideal for relaxing after a day exploring and for alfresco dining long into a summer's evening. Within the garden is a new Games Room with table tennis and a football game solely for the use of residential visitors to the cottage. Immediately next to the cottage are two car parking spaces for visitors with level access into the garden without steps. The owner's EV Charger can be used for electric vehicles by arrangement.

Additional information: Gas central heating, all utilities and broadband, towels and bed linen are included within the price. Beds are made up ready for arrival with fresh quality linen and seasonally weighted duvets to ensure comfort. For infants, a baby bath, high chair and a generous size travel cot is available (for use with your own nursery bedding). 100% cleanliness awarded by annual assessment Visit England November 2024. We have Year Round Seasonal Offers. See: www.foresterscottage.co.uk Please contact Jean, the owner on site, with your preferred dates, all enquiries are welcomed. Book direct and safely, no booking fees, vat or security deposit.

Star Rating: 4 Star

Forester's Cottage Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season Weekly Rate Short Breaks

Fri, 3rd Jan 2025 - Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £450 | 4 nights: £450

7 Nights
£770

3 Nights
£450


Fri, 28th Feb 2025 - Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £390 | 4 nights: £390

7 Nights
£770

3 Nights
£390


Fri, 11th Apr 2025 - Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £450 | 4 nights: £450

7 Nights
£770

3 Nights
£450


Fri, 18th Apr 2025 - Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £550 | 4 nights: £550

7 Nights
£840

3 Nights
£550


Fri, 25th Apr 2025 - Thu, 22nd May 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £510 | 4 nights: £510

7 Nights
£800

3 Nights
£510


Fri, 23rd May 2025 - Thu, 29th May 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £550 | 4 nights: £550

7 Nights
£840

3 Nights
£550


Fri, 30th May 2025 - Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 4
Short break prices:
4 nights: £600 | 5 nights: £650

7 Nights
£840

4 Nights
£600

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Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (1 King-size Double bedroom with en-suite shower, wc and handbasin. 1 Twi)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
2 dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Ground floor accommodation
Smoking:
No smoking
Preferred Arrival Day:
Flexible
Payment Options:
Credit / Debit Card, Bank Transfer
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)1202 820203 before paying by bank transfer.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

Owner Area

Jean Baylis
Member Since June 2009

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Forester's Cottage Noticeboard

Forester's Cottage - Sleeps 4 + infant. Bookings include gas central heating, all utilities and internet. February 2 night weekends Friday afternoons to late departure Sundays £350. Half Term14 Feb 2 nights £400 or 3 night weekend £430 / 17 Feb 4 night midweek £430. Extra Discount offered to a couple. 4 Stars and 100% awarded for Cleanliness - Visit England. Children, pets and your enquiry welcome. Book safely and directly. No booking fees / vat.

Last Minute Offers

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 for 2 nights, £350
Save £40. With late departure Sunday. Or 3 nights £390. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.
Fri, 7 Feb 2025 for 2 nights, £350
Save £40. With late departure Sunday. Or 3 nights £390. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.
Fri, 14 Feb 2025 for 3 nights, £430
Save £20. Or 2 nights £400. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.
Mon, 17 Feb 2025 for 4 nights, £430
Save £20. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.
Fri, 21 Feb 2025 for 3 nights, £430
Save £20. Or 2 nights £400 with late departure Sunday. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.
Mon, 24 Feb 2025 for 4 nights, £430
Save £20. Includes all utilities, internet, linen, towels etc. No booking fees or vat.

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Forester's Cottage 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 24th January 2025