Self Catering Accommodation and Holiday Cottages in Hampshire - Page 4

A delightful holiday cottage in the picturesque Test Valley ideally placed on the borders of Hampshire and Wiltshire just ten minutes drive from the New Forest. A peaceful location with stunning countryside views. Presented to a high standard with an outdoor (shared) pool, this is a perfect place for a family holiday.

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.

Sitting in a quiet leafy spot in the Hampshire coastal village of Milford on Sea, Vinegar Pottery is only available for a few select weeks of the year and offers the best of both worlds with beaches a short walk away and the New Forest National Park boundary just a mile from the house. Enjoy lazy days by the sea, miles of forest walks and cycle rides and an abundance of attractions within easy reach for day trips out. Perfect for getting away with friends and family.

It can be difficult to find a self-catering holiday property for large groups that keeps everyone happy, but not at Granary Barn. Set in nearly 250 acres on a private farm in the north of the New Forest National Park, it is an idyllic venue with access to water meadows and fishing on the River Avon. There are eight bedrooms to accommodate 16 guests, with a sofa bed if you need to squeeze two more in, and the option to book one or more of the other self-catering cottages on site for larger groups. Fordingbridge is only a mile away, while popular New Forest attractions such as the National Motor Museum and Buckler's Hard are also within easy reach.

The New Forest is always an excellent choice for a holiday. Easy to reach from both the south-east and the west of England, with ancient forests, beautiful beaches and fantastic attractions, it's perfect for people who enjoy walking, cycling, horse riding and eating well. Bracken Cottage is a spacious holiday cottage in the quiet village of Sway, within walking distance of four pubs and the village shop and butcher. Guests have direct access to wonderful New Forest footpaths and cycling routes. Spend happy days exploring far and wide or sit in the garden and admire the scenery and the odd pony or donkey that meanders past the gate. There is space for eight people to sleep in four bedrooms and a layout ideal for families. 

Offering the perfect blend of rustic charm, cosiness with log burner and modern day conveniences to ensure a high standard of comfort, Barn Cottage sits on the outskirts of Alderholt in Dorset. A pretty village with pub for meals out, a mill serving cream teas at the weekend, and a shop for forgotten provisions, Alderholt is just three miles from the county town of Fordingbridge and a five minute car ride into the New Forest National Park with an abundance of forest tracks to satisfy the keenest of walkers, cyclists and horse riders. This welcoming holiday cottage is a perfect self-catering base for exploring both Dorset and Hampshire including the Forest and South Coast.

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.

The South Downs and the New Forest are both fantastic places for a holiday so where better to stay than between them in the Meon Valley, within easy reach of beautiful forests, Favorite attractions and excellent amenities. Kiss Cottage is a quiet, one-bedroom property at the end of a private drive and within walking distance of the center of Waltham Chase. There are lovely walks, traffic-free cycling routes and opportunities to play golf and horse ride close by, while Portsmouth, Salisbury, Chichester and the Solent are all only a short drive away.

With miles of wonderful footpaths and bridleways virtually on the doorstep and a central location in Upham village that is within walking distance of a favourite country pub, Rays Farm Cottage is understandably popular with guests. The 17th Century self-catering cottage comfortably sleeps up to four guests in two bedrooms, with lovely gardens and views over the village green. Winchester is only 15 minutes away, and sights like Portsmouth, the South Down's Way, Paultons Park and Marwell Wildlife Park are also nearby.

The Old Dairy is a converted single storey cottage. It offers an open plan living room, dining room and kitchen which enjoy views of the farm. The small utility room has a tumble dryer and has room to dry wet clothes and boots. The master bedroom boasts an ensuite bathroom with large bath as well as a comfortable kingsize bed and armchair for those wanting to enjoy a peaceful sit down. At the opposite end of the property a wet room with shower can be found, as well as the other two bedrooms, a bunk bed and twin room which has a large wardrobe. The property garden can be accessed through the patio doors which opens out to a small patio area and enclosed garden.  

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.

Fernlea is a fresh family home with space for up to five people to sleep in three bedrooms. It's in the quiet residential village of Sway, three miles from Brockenhurst and within easy reach of Lymington. It's perfect as a base for exploring the New Forest National Park as well as the Hampshire coastline. The area is rich with opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, golf and other outdoor activities. Local attractions include Buckler's Hard, the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, Monkey World, Paulton's Park and Peppa Pig World. 

With space for up to 20 people (18+2), a 30-foot long reception room made for parties and a garden where you'll happily spend lazy summer evenings lingering over a barbecue and relaxing in the hot tub (the owner can arrange hot-tub hire if required), The Galleries is everything you could want in a big self-catering holiday house in Hampshire. The gorgeous Georgian property is in a stylish residential area in Gosport, within walking distance of shops, cafes, pubs and the ferry to Portsmouth, yet far enough from the centre that it's peaceful and private. The house is child and pet friendly, with short breaks and longer stays available all year round.

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.

A peaceful, spacious studio-style holiday home in a quiet location within walking distance of East Meon's two village pubs, church and shop. Surrounded by the Southern Downs National Park, the dog-friendly chalet has good access to miles of beautiful countryside walks and is within easy reach of Petersfield, Winchester and Chichester. The Garden Chalet is ideal for couples and can accommodate up to two children on a double sofa-bed.

Families and friends love this impressive Victorian holiday home which boasts a sizeable reception room, games room and garden with space for a hot tub (the owner can help you arrange hot tub hire). Stoke Villas is spacious and comfortable, with original features and contemporary appliances that make it a welcoming and versatile big holiday home for modern guests. The five bedrooms have a flexible layout to suit your needs, with beds for up to 17 guests plus two sofa-beds to sleep two further people. Gosport's shops, cafes, pubs and ferry terminal are all within walking distance, putting Portsmouth and Gunwharf Quays also within easy reach.

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.

The New Forest National Park is the perfect family holiday destination. Not only is there a wealth of wonderful places to visit, from the Georgian market town of Lymington to the ancient Rufus Stone, but there is also a huge variety of activities to suit all ages. Keepers Cottage is only a few minutes' stroll from the centre of Burley, one of the most charming New Forest villages where there are great pubs like the Burley Inn. The holiday cottage comfortably accommodates six guests in three bedrooms and, depending on availability, can be booked together with the owner's other two properties close by to accommodate up to 14 people.

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.