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Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

If you love the freedom to do your own thing on holiday then a holiday cottage or self-catering break is perfect for you.

Self-catering holiday cottages in The New Forest are an ideal way to explore the area. Whether it is a romantic break for two or a celebration for the whole family. Use your holiday cottage as a base to explore all that’s on offer here in the New Forest, from outdoor activities through to award-winning dining.

From holiday cottages ideal for walking and cycling to get away from it all, to luxury cottages located close to a local village pub, The New Forest offers an array of different places to stay.

Having use of your own kitchen will mean you can be flexible on your dining options and our local produce markets and farm shops allow budding foodies to cook up their own culinary masterpiece in the kitchen, by utilising fresh and local ingredients.

If this sounds like your perfect holiday haven, then a self-catering cottage in the New Forest is an ideal place for your retreat.

Cottages perfect for couples

Tuck yourselves away in a romantic retreat, snuggle up in front of a roaring fireplace and take romantic walks through the countryside from your doorstep. Stay in a converted barn or even a romantic gatehouse at the entrance of a country estate, the choice is yours!

Cook romantic meals together in the kitchen, enjoy a glass of fizz from a terrace or garden or perhaps soaking up sea views or vistas across the open forest where you can see our New Forest ponies roaming free. You will find some superbly romantic properties to stay in here in the New Forest such as Kings Hyde Cottage. Many of our self catering accommodation also offer short breaks as well as weekly stays so if you just have a couple of days away it’ll still provide the ideal backdrop for your perfect break.

Take a look at the different properties that are available below or use the search bar to look up particular dates, areas and facilities to find your ideal getaway.

Family-friendly self-catering and holiday cottages

Discover family-friendly self catering properties, close by to our attractions such as the ever-popular Peppa Pig World or National Motor Museum at Beaulieu or those with extensive grounds for the children to burn off their energy. If you enjoy a relaxed holiday with a home-from-home feel then a self-catering break makes an ideal family holiday.

Burgate Manor Farm is just one of the family-friendly places you can stay. It sleeps up to 18 guests and has a large games barn. Croft Cottage The Lodge is another fine example and has been described as a ‘children’s paradise’ with a wendy house, outdoor play area and slide (not to mention the resident alpacas and chickens)!

Wherever you choose to stay you will find yourselves within a short distance of our beautiful coastline, the extensive off road cycle paths and walking routes that criss-cross our forest and heathland so there will be plenty of opportunities for you and your family to enjoy the great outdoors!

Ideal for groups

Whether you have a multi-generational family gathering or you are arranging a break for a large group of friends, some of our self-catering holiday cottages will cater for up to 18 guests. Imagine gathering around the table to share a meal, think of the fun you can have as a group exploring the gardens and all the day trips you can make in the local area.

Socialise with your group and soak up the fantastic views of the Solent and our coastline from Sea Road in Milford on Sea or enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of Woodside Cottage, which sleeps 8 people.

Quirky places to stay

If you fancy something a bit different then why not hire one of the Volkswagen Campers from VW Camper Hire? Tour our country lanes and pitch up at one of our campsites with your trendy campervan.

Stay at Pittefaux Cottage in Brockenhurst and you’ll have use of all of the facilities of the luxury Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa (the cottage sits within a secluded area in the hotel’s grounds).

Why not rest up in a former brickworks with New Forest Escapes? This property is just a few minutes away from Beaulieu village and offers luxury accommodation and faces onto one of the only private rivers in the country, the Beaulieu River.

Make your break right by the sea by booking a stay with Pitts Deep Cottage, via New Forest Escapes, this fantastic home could be yours to hire for the week or for a short break. Now just imagine those views from the bedrooms!

A wide range of facilities

Enjoy breaks at some of the cottages with outdoor swimming pools that are managed by New Forest Cottages, ideal for family breaks.

If you are looking for modern conveniences select properties which feature Wi-Fi, dishwashers, microwaves and washing/drying facilities.

Many of our holiday cottages are dog-friendly and offer facilities for your four legged friend from drying areas to dog beds. You will also have the wealth of New Forest dog walks on your doorstep. At Wilf’s Cabin and Upper Kingston Farm Cottages you can even bring your own horse along, with stabling and grazing offered.

For younger visitors look for facilities including DVDs, play equipment, highchairs, cots and places where you can lock away bikes after a busy day’s riding. Simply browse the listings below and select the properties to see further details of all the facilities that are available.

How to book your New Forest cottage break

Take a browse through all of our beautiful New Forest cottages and holiday homes below book direct on our website today. Take a look at the different entries to find your perfect self-catering break. Most properties will not only offer weekly stays but short breaks as well, ideal for quick getaways or longer stays. We look forward to welcoming you to the New Forest soon!

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New Forest Cottages

Lymington

With over 100 holiday cottages to choose from, New Forest Cottages will help you find your perfect family holiday, dog friendly cottage or romantic break.

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Price £300.00 to £3,863.00 per unit per week

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New Forest Escapes

Lymington

The New Forest National Park in Hampshire is a place to explore, escape and rest just two hours south of London. Our houses are an eclectic collection of quirky homes in and around the ancient trees, rivers and beaches.

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Graylands Cottage

Fordingbridge

Quietly situated Forester's cottage, part modernised with original features including log fire. Magnificient views over New Forest including deer and many species of birds. Walking, fishing, riding, golf nearby. WiFi. 70% of guests rebook.

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Price £510.00 to £1,410.00 per unit per week

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11 reviews
Rhubarb Cottage

Lyndhurst

Rhubarb Cottage in Lyndhurst is a very comfortable, modernised dog friendly cottage situated at the heart of The New Forest. It is a three-bedroomed semi-detached Victorian holiday cottage, built in the early years of the 20th century and is rated...

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9 reviews
Wayside

Fordingbridge

Self-catering

This 4 star gold award self catering accommodation with its own private outdoor spaces sleeps four. It is quietly located on the edge of The New Forest adjacent to Sandy Balls Holiday Centre for which a family swimming pass is included.

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Price £395.00 to £750.00 per unit per week

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33 reviews
Milford Croft

Milford On Sea

Self-catering

5 Star bungalow available all year round for up to 6 guests, short breaks available in low season. Well furnished with modern appliances secure garden, BBQ, internet access, parking as well as linen and towels provided.

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Price £450.00 to £1,450.00 per unit per week

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634 reviews
Wisteria House/Honeysuckle Cottage

Shorefield Road

Shorefield Country Park is a five star Park, set in a prime location just 800 yards from the beach and the New Forest just 2 miles inland. Winners of the prestigious 'England for Excellence' award granted by the English Tourist Board.

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Poona Cottage

Cadnam

Poona Cottage, is a delightful detached self catering Period holiday cottage finished to a very high standard both outside and in, with an inviting cosy feel, that sleeps up to six people on the edge of the New Forest National Park.

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Price £695.00 to £1,295.00 per unit per week

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8 reviews
Woodside Cottage

New Milton

The property is perfect for family groups of up to 8 and has a lovely warm and welcoming atmosphere.
For groups of 10 (the maximum permitted) there is the option to let the private suite (a four poster super king bed, dressing room and luxury...

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Riverside Park

Christchurch

Self-catering

Riverside Park is a friendly family run business comprising of 8 self-catering town houses furnished to a high standard and equipped with everything to make the most of your stay.

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Price £370.00 to £1,060.00 per unit per week

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Hucklesbrook Farm New Forest Holiday Cottages

Fordingbridge

Hucklesbrook Farm New Forest Holiday Cottages are in the delightful New Forest Hamlet of South Gorley, Near Fordingbridge.

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Alison Cottage

Downton, Salisbury

Alison Cottage is a former farm building, linked to the main house, which has been recently refurbished to provide very comfortable single storey accommodation for two people. Price for 7 nights is £325.

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Forester's and Keeper's Cottages

Three Legged Cross

4– 5 Self-catering

Two detached, beautifully maintained and equipped cottages at our farm. Both with two bedrooms en-suite shower rooms / bathroom and ground level accommodation. Each cottage has a fitted kitchen with dishwasher, fridge-freezer and washer-dryer...

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Windmill Cottage

Milford On Sea

Self-catering

Georgian style cottage/town house located in private traffic free close. Five minutes walk to village centre and beach areas are three minutes by car - plenty of parking.

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Price £280.00 to £655.00 per unit per week

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Lake Farm

Fordingbridge

Lake Farm offers all year round New Forest holidays in one of eight luxury self catering log cabins, situated in a delightful 60 acre rural setting and only a short stroll away from our 3 acre lake.

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West Park Farm

Fordingbridge

4 stunning character barn conversions set within working family farm. Furnished and equipped to high standard. Idyllic location for exploring or just relaxing!

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Price £261.00 to £2,056.00 per unit per week

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Sea Road

Milford-On-Sea, Lymington

Benefiting wonderful views and a great location this house is great for families or groups of friends. A short wall away is the busy village with 5 pubs and other places to eat and drink. It is 100m from the Hurst Spit leading to Hurst Castle (1...

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Upper Kingston Farm Cottages

Kingston

Self-catering

Upper Kingston Farm Cottages provide top quality self catering accommodation in a farm setting on the edge of the Forest. The characterful 19th Century buildings have been sympathetically renovated and incorporate many green technologies.

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Price £325.00 to £850.00 per unit per week

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Mulberry Barn

Milford On Sea

Self-catering

Location & luxury. Sleeps 4+2. Toddlers welcome. Large open plan kitchen, dining and living area, two king size en-suite bedrooms, Private drive, large patio & garden. Milford 3 mins walk, beach 10 mins. Free beach & other car park permit. Wifi

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Price £795.00 to £1,675.00 per unit per week

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The Bothy

103 High Street

This quiet cottage is situated in a unique location just 2 minutes walk from Lyndhurst High Street.

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Price £220.00 to £580.00 per unit per week

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