Keepings, Norleywood, Nr Lymington, Hampshire, The New Forest, England - Sleeps 2

Accommodation comprises:

• Generous size king-size bedroom with fitted wardrobe providing ample storage space for clothes. The windows provide nice views over the garden and surrounding countryside and there is an en-suite bathroom with WC and wash basin.
• Kitchen well equipped with double eye level oven (including a grill), electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and slow cooker so you can put supper on, go out for the day and come home to it of an evening. Having a double aspect, you can look out over the garden and country lane at the front.
• Utility room with sink where the hoover, ironing board etc are stored.
• Sitting room with comfy leather sofa, arm chair,  smart tv and windows overlooking  the cottage garden - Beams galore adding to the charm.
• Additional bathroom on the ground floor with shower cubicle (water pressure is good!), wash basin and WC.
• Large porch-way/entrance area providing space for muddy boots, coats and storage for two bikes and great for drying off the dog paws.

Outside: There is a fully enclosed garden that affords a sunny aspect for most of the day where you can laze out in the sun, read a book on the bench under the shade of the old oak tree or where the little ones (or four legged ones!) can let off steam. A garden table and chairs provide a nice place to enjoy a glass of wine and there is a Gas barbecue for cooking outside. The owners live on-site (but are totally separate) so are on hand to provide as much or as little assistance as required and the property has its own access and parking area (for one car or two small ones at a squeeze) which leads into the garden.

Additional information: Strictly no smoking. Internet access available. Two dogs are welcome and included in the price and there after dogs are charged at £10 per dog (up to three dogs). The owner regrets that they are unable to accept dogs under eight months old and all dogs must be house trained. Bed linen and towels are provided (but please bring beach towels and towels if you are bringing a dog) and the cottage is cleaned ready for each guests arrival. A welcome pack is provided for weekly bookings. For those with limited mobility, the sofa  can be used in the living room as is a sofa bed and there is a shower room on the ground floor but please note that there is a small step between the kitchen and dining/breakfast room (along with a low beam that requires most people to duck or this can be avoided via the utility room where you just have a step to manoeuvre). The cottage is full of rustic charm and as you would expect for such a historic property, it has lots of nooks and crannies and beams (some where you will need to duck if you are over six foot tall). If you are looking for double glazing and modern minimalist decor then this property probably is not for you but if you want a cosy retreat with lots of quaint character and rustic charm, then Keepings is ideal. The property is centrally heated  and kept to an acceptable temperature on a timer that comes on three times per day.  Please note that due to the nature of the breathable cob construction the cottage will not reach the higher tropical heat temperatures when cold outside but sits at a nice ambient temperature  -  however you can boost this should you need to as there is also an electric heater in the lounge for those who like additional heat which runs off £5 charge cards. Please note: the wood burner is de commissioned and for decorative purposes only.