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Burley, a great base for exploring the New Forest
Burley, a great base for exploring the New Forest

Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Burley

The New Forest National Park ticks every box when planning the perfect holiday. Easy to reach? Check! It’s under 100 miles from London with excellent links to the M25 and the M3 to make the journey simple. Even better, for those who don’t want to drive, the area has eight train stations and trains run directly from handy locations such as London Waterloo Station, Southampton and Weymouth. Beautiful views? Check that one off the list as well! The New Forest has ancient woodlands, charming countryside and beautiful beaches and coastline, making it an ideal year-round destination for all types of travellers. Accommodation for all sizes and budgets? Absolutely! Visitors have an enormous choice of cottages to rent, ranging from listed thatched cottages to comfortable bungalows and contemporary barn conversions.

Tucked away in amongst it all is the pretty village of Burley, where New Forest ponies roam happily and the 16th Century pub hides a less-than-savoury secret. Read on to find out why staying in Burley should be the top of your list when planning a holiday in the New Forest. Read more

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50.826046, -1.703977

A comfy forest retreat in a quiet position just a short stroll from the centre of the picturesque village of Burley in the New Forest National Park. Pubs and shops on the doorstep, mainline rail access and the open forest with miles of walking and cycling on the doorstep. Oakapple Cottage is perfect for a short break or longer self-catering holiday at any time of the year.

Weekly guide price:
£1050 to £1850
Short breaks from £240 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.822170, -1.707272

Perfectly located, this stylish barn is a popular 'bolt-hole' for couples and enjoys a peaceful position just a short stroll from the very heart of Burley and its shops and pubs. Being based right in the heart of the New Forest National Park allows you to explore the many attractions of the area, get active in the great outdoors or simply relax and unwind. This delightful holiday cottage is perfect for a weekend away or longer holiday.

Weekly guide price:
£695 to £1295
Short breaks from £150 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 5 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.827483, -1.706014

A stylish holiday retreat in a quiet spot, ideally located within three minutes walking distance of the centre of the popular New Forest village of Burley where ponies and cattle roam freely. Beautiful forest walks and bike rides on the doorstep as well as pubs and shops.

Weekly guide price:
£1100 to £1850
Short breaks from £240 per night

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.834219, -1.702211

Helmsdale is everything you could wish for in a New Forest holiday cottage. Postcard pretty, this welcoming self catering retreat is perfectly placed just a short walk from the heart of the popular village of Burley, with shops and pubs for a meal out. With miles of forest tracks and trails to explore by bike, foot or horse back and the many attractions of the forest all around, Helmsdale is a popular choice for a family holiday or time away with friends.

Weekly guide price:
£695 to £1850
Short breaks from £165 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.822170, -1.707272

With a gorgeous garden for outside relaxing and socialising, a country-style kitchen and a cosy sitting room with log burner, Gardener's Retreat is an excellent choice for a holiday with family or friends. Sitting in an idyllic position just a short stroll from the Hampshire village of Burley in the New Forest National Park, this beautifully presented self-catering cottage is perfect whether you want to explore the areas many attractions or simply relax and unwind.

Weekly guide price:
£695 to £1950

6  |   3  |   1  |   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

50.822170, -1.707272

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.

Weekly guide price:
£595 to £1950
Short breaks from £220 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.913250, -1.806410

"Little Barn - Ukc2539 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home comprises 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home provides a...

Prices from £153 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.985210, -1.725153

"The Old Byre" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Wiltshire. This small community, well served by local amenities, is found close to the banks of a tidal creek which leads to the Solent, a favourite mooring for yachtsmen. There is so much to see and do in this area catering for all tastes and ages – from...

Prices from £294 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.700823, -1.515741

"Pierpont D1" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Famed as the oldest town on the Isle of Wight, the narrow streets of Yarmouth are lined with a wealth of shops and pubs, offering all of the essentials, whilst the bustling harbour and the castle of Henry viii are both well worth a visit. Avid...

Prices from £168 per night

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50.820207, -1.841833

"Grange Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Grange Studio is a recently refitted studio annexe with open plan kitchen, dining and lounge facilities, a separate double bedroom and good-sized wet room. It is also suitable for the less mobile, with ground floor accommodation and wider...

Prices from £196 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


50.845093, -1.771760

"Little Timbers" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Ringwood is a historic market town placed within Hampshire, on the western fringes of the beautiful New Forest National Park. Dating back to the Anglo-Saxon times and having been mentioned in the Domesday Book, Ringwood holds much history and...

Prices from £143 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.962176, -1.622232

"7 Wild Haven" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Landford is a village and civil parish sitting within Salisbury, in the beautiful New Forest National Park and within easy reach of Hampshire. Joining the village in the parish is the village of Nomansland and the hamlets of Hamptworth and...

Prices from £267 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.747880, -1.808550

"Little Heron - Uk40928 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home has a private entrance, heating, a TV and river views. The unit has 1 bed.

Prices from £310 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.734445, -1.775722

"Foxglove Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. The attractive Dorset waterside town of Christchurch is situated on the estuaries of the Rivers Stour and Avon, where they come together to form a magnificent natural harbour. Christchurch is a real gem of a town, offering visitors a wonderful...

Prices from £234 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.706944, -1.521209

"West Sea View No 4" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 3 guests in Isle of Wight. The attractive seaside town of Yarmouth is the oldest town on the Isle of Wight, and its busy harbour is a haven for all kinds of watercraft, with the terminal used for regular mainland ferry crossings. Yarmouth's narrow streets are home to an...

Prices from £186 per night

3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.793200, -1.924260

"The Old Dairy - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Guests will have a special experience as the holiday home features a fireplace. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home offers a washing machine, a private entrance and...

Prices from £359 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.992774, -1.743162

"Pop's Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire. Downton is right next to the edge of the New Forest which has an almost limitless array of superb walks and rides, and free-roaming ponies at every turn. Slightly farther afield are the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury, Blandford Forum with...

Prices from £115 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


50.855390, -1.961690

"Moorland Lodge - Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home features a washing machine, heating...

Prices from £190 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.942091, -1.822764

"Pond View" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Rockbourne is a village with a pub and a 12th century church. It has thatched cottages and a willow-bordered stream on the edge of the New Forest, Rockbourne is rich in history with Neolithic and Bronze Age evidence, an Iron Age fort and a...

Prices from £131 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.747880, -1.808550

"The Otter - Uk40927 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home features a private entrance, heating, a TV and river views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Prices from £310 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.736525, -1.663890

"Apartment in Hampshire" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. The property is perfectly located in popular Barton on Sea. With stunning views over the cliffs towards the Isle of Wight, this apartment is an ideal base for those looking to explore the South Coast and beyond. With Lymington just 7 miles...

Prices from £259 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.923500, -1.577500

"Barn in Hampshire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Southampton. Enjoying a convenient location in the New Forest, within easy reach of vibrant Southampton (8 miles) with its bustling nightlife, and host of cultural experiences including the SeaCity Museum and The Mayflower Theatre. Heading further into the...

Prices from £211 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.963500, -1.780200

"Cottage in Hampshire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Nestled amidst the serene English countryside, this delightful cottage in the village of Breamore is a hidden gem, perfect for a relaxing holiday retreat. Fordingbridge, located just 3 miles away, invites visitors to enjoy its scenic beauty...

Prices from £297 per night

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50.734657, -1.618266

"The Shrubbery" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Perfect for couples, The Shrubbery is a unique retreat in a stunning setting on the south coast. Bask in the woodland surroundings on the timber decking or unwind in the bubbling outdoor hot tub. The Shrubbery features contemporary...

Prices from £530 per night

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50.796920, -1.476092

"Meg's" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. This charming one bedroom single storey cottage, originally built in 1909 as a stable, has been tastefully converted to provide a comfortable, relaxing place to unwind, away from the stresses of everyday living. Standing within...

Prices from £238 per night

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50.774970, -1.780140

"Kennelmans - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a washing machine, a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Prices from £184 per night

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50.941070, -1.784640

"The Old Post Office - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home is comprised of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home offers heating and a...

Prices from £102 per night

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50.941070, -1.784640

"Walnut Tree Cottage - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home also is comprised of 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home features a...

Prices from £177 per night

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50.684110, -1.524280

"Sunset - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home also is comprised of 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home features a...

Prices from £195 per night

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50.816080, -1.931600

"The Parlour - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. This holiday home features a hot tub and a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home also features 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is...

Prices from £531 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


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7 Reasons to Holiday in Burley

1. Free-Roaming Ponies - Untethered, wandering ponies and cattle was once a daily sight around many parts of the New Forest. Known as “commoning”, Burley is one of the few villages where this still happens, and it gives the area a relaxing, traditional feel that is worlds away from modern cities and suburbs.
2. A Secret Underbelly - Burley was once an important, if secret, point on a smuggling route. The Queens Head pub on The Cross started life as a blacksmith forge in 1685, later becoming a watering hole favoured by smugglers and highwaymen. As you sip your pint, think about the secret cellar beneath your feet which held a trove of weapons, money and contraband alcohol hidden and forgotten for centuries.
3. Walking, Cycling and Horse riding - The New Forest is the ideal environment for being outdoors. Burley’s location is close to favourite footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways to make it easy and enjoyable to explore. Those who need to hire a bicycle can do so from Forest Leisure Cycling in the village centre, while the nearby Burley Villa Riding School offers horse riding lessons and guided rides for all abilities. A novel way to explore is in a horse-drawn wagon, with Burley Wagon Rides being a regular sight around the area.
4. An Ancient Landscape - Crossing the border into the New Forest is immediately apparent as it is like stepping back in time. Strict rules around development protect this unique environment which includes areas of ancient woodland, pasture and health. William the Conquerer loved it so much that he decided only royalty should be allowed to hunt there, with now-extinct wild boar being the prey of choice. Now, the forest is a haven for a plethora of birds and wildlife which thrive in the beautiful environment.
5. Bound for War - The trees in the New Forest do not only look and smell amazing. Their existence also provided timber to the Royal Navy. The enormous oak woodland so close to the sea was too good for shipbuilders to ignore, and New Forest oaks were felled for the navy from the mid-1600s until the mid-1800s. The hamlet of Buckler’s Hard, around half an hour’s drive from Burley, was the focus of shipbuilding in the New Forest and the entire village is now a Maritime Museum. Remnants of the role the New Forest played in Britain’s military past are at Hurst Castle, a privately run museum with incredible views over the Solent to the Isle of Wight. Closer to home are the remains of the Iron Age fort on Castle Hill just outside of Burley.
6. Eat, Drink and Shop - The fresh air and potential for hours of exercise lead to hearty appetites which visitors to Burley will find easy to satisfy. The Burley Food Trail is a walking and cycling loop passing New Forest Cider and the Cider Pantry Tearoom, The White Buck, Burley Fudge Shop, and Caraccios Sweet Shop, as well as fantastic stores selling homewares, gifts, china and crystals.
7. New Forest Attractions - Burley is close to some of the New Forest’s most popular attractions. Within half an hour’s drive are places like Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World, the National Motor Museum, six golf courses, Lymington and the ferry to the Isle of Wight, the Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary and so much more.

Once you visit the New Forest, you will understand why William the Conquerer wanted to keep it for himself. It is a beautiful example of a landscape and traditions that remain unchanged for centuries. Burley’s charm and location make it the perfect place for a self-catering holiday in the New Forest.