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7 Nights See prices

  • £525  to  £670

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Short Breaks From

  • £70 p/night
    3 night min. (off peak only)

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£395 Mon, 28 Oct 2024
4 nights - Save £45 - 4 night midweek break from Mon 28 Oct - £395 - 25 mins from PEPPA PIG WORLD

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    2 + 2

  • Bedrooms

    1 Room

  • Min Nights

    7 (peak)
    3 (off peak)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    3+ Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Access
    G

    Ground floor
    Living

  • Off-Road Parking

About Little Thatch

Burgate Farmhouse is home to Little Thatch Cottage which sleeps up to four guests. Ideally placed the cottage is just half a mile from the centre of the country town of Fordingbridge which sits alongside the River Avon. The New Forest National Park boundary is just a five minute drive and the cottage is within easy reach of the A338, making Little Thatch Cottage an excellent touring base for visiting the areas many attractions. These include Winchester, iconic Stonehenge and the South Coast to name just a few.

Formerly a working farmhouse, this picturesque thatched property dates back to the 15th Century and has all the character you would expect from a Grade II listed property. Providing two individual cottage wings, which are both completely self-contained, the farmhouse is ideal for couples, families or groups of friends, accommodating up to ten guests when hired together (please note that the cottages are not inter-connecting).

Both cottages offer a home from home and are each well equipped with a Smart television, DVD and CD player, microwave, standard size cookers and Free Wi-Fi internet access. Guests also have the shared use of a spacious games room which is sure to keep the children (and adults!) entertained with table tennis, skittles, pool table, darts and a great selection of games. Outside there is plenty of space to relax during the warmer months with a large garden that extends to half an acre which is mainly lawn with trees, summer house, swings, BBQ and outdoor furniture - plenty of room for relaxing in the sunshine and also playing with a special separate area (with football net) where children can let off steam and enjoy ball games without interrupting adults relaxation!

The New Forest is a beautiful area with vast open heathland, moors, magical wooded areas, pretty streams and babbling brooks, peaceful little villages, quaint houses, traditional pubs and ancient churches.

The owner has earned a Certificate of Excellence consistently for the past 11 years, including 'Hall of Fame' status from TripAdvisor. In 2024, the Traveller's Choice has also been awarded.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Christine Bennett joined Independent Cottages in January 2009


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Off-Road Parking
  • Accessible by Public Transport
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Games Room
  • Bike Storage
  • Kingsize +
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • Enclosed Garden
  • DVD Player
  • Smart TV
  • Satellite/ cable TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Microwave
  • CD Player
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Horse Riding Nearby
  • WiFi
  • Family Activity

Location (The New Forest)

Little Thatch Cottage is ideal for couples or a small family and offers ground floor accommodation (which may be suitable for those with limited mobility). It is the wing of the house which has an entrance at the back and front, both with a pretty thatched porch. Little Thatch is ideal for anyone with a dog as there is a secure back garden/yard area leading off from the kitchen door.

Accommodation comprises:

  • Hall with cloakroom including a WC.
  • Spacious beamed sitting room with dining area (including table and chairs), inglenook fireplace housing an electric 'log effect' stove and comfy seating which incorporates a sofa bed (increasing the sleeping capacity to four). Patio doors take you out to the patio area where you can enjoy sitting under the shade of the beautiful wisteria.
  • Well equipped kitchen with microwave, cooker, fridge/freezer, table/chairs etc.
  • Bedroom which offers flexible sleeping with a 'zip and link' bed that can be made up as a large double or two singles, along with a television.
  • Bathroom, adjacent to the bedroom with shower over bath, WC and wash basin (the bathroom is accessed through the bedroom). There is a separate toilet off the hallway.

Additional information: Guests are welcome to arrange online grocery deliveries from any of the main supermarkets. Delivery can be made during the morning just before your arrival and everything will be unpacked and put away for you. Heating is by night storage heaters, with electric convectors for 'top up heat' during the winter months (or cool summer evenings when the storage heaters are switched off). Bed linen is included in the price and there is no charge for a cot or high chair. Also available (free of charge) is a large amount of baby/toddler ‘kit’. Well-behaved dogs are welcome at a small charge. Electricity is charged by meter. A small charge is made to use the washing machine and tumble drier. There is plenty of parking space in the large gravel area between the cottages and the garden.

Local area: The local area has immense appeal for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The Avon Valley is a popular fishing area and walkers can access The Avon Valley Footpath just across the road taking you over a foot bridge, through water meadows and beyond into the New Forest with miles of tracks and trails to explore. Alternatively, discover the magic of the forest by bike or horse back.

Fordingbridge is in the Avon Valley between the New Forest boundary and the Dorset borders. For those who fancy a day by the sea, Bournemouth is within easy reach by car (seventeen miles).

Head into Fordingbridge (2 minute drive or 10 minute walk) where you will find a choice of pubs including The George Inn where you can sit on in the beer garden on a sunny day enjoying a meal whilst enjoying the views over the River Avon.

Secure online booking/payment is available through the owners website - www.burgatefarmhouse.co.uk

Little Thatch Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season Weekly Rate Short Breaks

Fri, 4th Oct 2024 - Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £295 | 4 nights: £295

7 Nights
£565

3 Nights
£295


Fri, 18th Oct 2024 - Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £315 | 4 nights: £315

7 Nights
£595

3 Nights
£315


Fri, 25th Oct 2024 - Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £395 | 4 nights: £395

7 Nights
£655

3 Nights
£395


Fri, 1st Nov 2024 - Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £315 | 4 nights: £315 - £525 | 5 nights: £525 | 6 nights: £525

7 Nights
£525

3 Nights
£315


Fri, 20th Dec 2024 - Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Changeover: Friday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£650

Short breaks
not available


Fri, 27th Dec 2024 - Sun, 29th Dec 2024
Changeover: Friday, Min Nights: 3
Short break prices:
3 nights: £445

7 Nights
£445

Min. 3 nights:
Enquire with Owner


Mon, 30th Dec 2024 - Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Changeover: Monday, Min Nights: 5
Short break prices:
5 nights: £1,700

7 Nights
£1,700

Min. 5 nights:
Enquire with Owner

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Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 2 + 2 in 1 bedroom (superking double or 2 singles + double bed settee in lounge)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
3 or more dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Ground floor accommodation
Smoking:
No smoking
Preferred Arrival Day:
Mon/Fri
Payment Options:
Cheque, 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)7837 052645 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

Christine Bennett
Member Since January 2009

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Little Thatch Noticeboard

Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award (Certificate of Excellence) now awarded for 2024 (ie 11 consecutive years)..... 

Last Minute Offers

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 for 4 nights, £395
Save £45. 4 night midweek break from Mon 28 Oct - £395 - 25 mins from PEPPA PIG WORLD
Mon, 4 Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 4 Nov - £315
Mon, 18 Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 18 Nov - £315
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 for 3 nights, £315
Save £25. 3 night weekend from Fri 22 Nov - £315 (or 7 nts £525)
Mon, 25 Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 25 Nov - £315
Mon, 2 Dec 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 2 Dec £315
Mon, 9 Dec 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 9 Dec - £315
Fri, 13 Dec 2024 for 3 nights, £315
Save £25. 3 night weekend from Fri 13 Dec - £315 (or 7nts £525)
Mon, 16 Dec 2024 for 4 nights, £315
Save £25. 4 night midweek break from Mon 16 Dec £315
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 for 7 nights, £650
Save £20. Christmas week from Fri 20 Dec to Fri 27 Dec - £650
Fri, 27 Dec 2024 for 3 nights, £445
Save £25. 3 night TWIXMAS break from Fri 27 Dec to Mon 30 Dec

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* Calendar last updated: 4th October 2024

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