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Holiday Cottages & Self Catering in the New Forest

If you love the freedom to do your own thing on holiday then a holiday cottage or self-catering break in the New Forest will be 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 New Forest holiday cottage as a base to explore all that’s on offer here; 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.

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.

Enjoy your dream family holiday in the New Forest at one of the stunning cottages at Hucklesbrook Farm. These cottages, located within the charming countryside, all sleep 5 persons plus a baby.

Apple Cottage is also perfect for a family getaway. Located in the heart of the New Forest, Lyndhurst, with all the facilities you and your family need, it's a fantastic place to stay. This wonderful self catering property is a short walk away Lyndhurst Village High Street, where you will find loads of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and the gorgeous forest is just around the corner too!

Helmsdale in Burley is a delightful cottage that sleeps 6, plus 2 children on a sofa bed. This dog friendly cottage is located a short walk from Burley village centre and has direct access on to the New Forest, where New Forest ponies roam freely outside the front gate.

7 guests can stay at the modern, yet charming, No.3 Buckland Cottages. Located a short distance from the quayside town of Lymington. This self catering property is warm, welcoming and spacious for families, plus it's dog friendly!

Little Home Farm in Lymington is also an ideal place to stay for your dream family break to the New Forest. This one of a kind cottage has been recently refurbished, with it's own hot tub and log burner, plus finished off with beautiful beamed ceilings. Or enjoy a family getaway at the lovely Graylands Cottage, a delightful forester's cottage with stunning original features and beautiful views. Graylands Cottage sleeps up to 8 and is family and dog friendly.

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!

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 Alderholt Mill and Pinewood 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.

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 beautiful thatched cottage that is set within it's own private area of Furzey Gardens, Furzey House, sleeping up to 10 people.

For a luxury stay with friends and family in the New Forest, make sure you take a look at Heathfield Estate. With two accommodation options, The Coach House and Magnolia Cottage, this rural location is ideal for a more relaxing group break. Both with spacious living areas and wonderful extra facilities, too.

Old Bridge Cottage, located on the banks of the River Avon, sleeps between 15-20 people, with a beautiful garden, a heated pool (from April/May - October) and modern living, it's the perfect place to stay with friends and family.

Quirky places to stay

Get away from it all in a converted stable in a quiet idyllic setting, The Stables makes for the perfect relaxing getaway. Undercastle Cottage offers a welcoming atmosphere, gorgeous surroundings and the cosiest interior. Set within three quarters of an acre, with a river and 3 ponds on site, enjoy the views from the comfy hammock or from the sun-soaked paved terrace - there's even a boat for you to explore the river on.

All of New Forest Escapes' stunning properties provide quirky and fun places to stay in the New Forest. From 'wow' houses and thatched cottages to luxury pig sheds and tiny-homes on stilts, they have a huge choice of funky ways to stay.

Take a break in a self catering log cabin at Lake Farm. Enjoy a cabin with a veranda looking across the beautiful views, or relax in one of their cabins with a hot tub.

Bluebell Copse Cottages offer idyllic self catering breaks in the New Forest, with 2 cottages, one sleeping up to 6 and the other sleeping 2. These cottages are located on 70 acres of stunning farmland on the edge of the New Forest.

At Pittefaux Cottage in Brockenhurst, you’ll get 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).

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.

Meadow View Cottagein Fordingbridge are super dog friendly. A lovely cottage that sleeps 6, with a covered private hot tub and beautiful enclosed garden.

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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Undercastle Cottage

Location:

Fordingbridge

Self-catering Gold Star Award

An award-winning luxury holiday cottage set deep in the New Forest National Park, with direct access to the forest for walks and bikes rides. Gastropubs are close by and up to two dogs are very welcome. For the fishermen amongst you, there are 1100…
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Price £1,536.00 to £4,432.00 per unit per week

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New Forest Escapes

Location:

Lymington

With over 40+ holiday homes, nestled across the towns, coast & countryside of the New Forest... our independent collection of gorgeous getaways includes THE most beautiful places to soak-up the good life here in the South Coast…
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New Forest Cottages

Location:

Lymington
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With over 150 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 £490.00 to £3,383.00 per unit per week

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Cosy Cottage

Location:

Lyndhurst

Self-catering
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Relaxing, very dog-friendly Victorian cottage with 2 ensuite bedrooms. Spacious, well-equipped and modernised to a very high standard. Parking, WiFi. Short walk to village centre and open forest. Ideal for couples, families and groups.
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24 reviews
Garden Cottage

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Rockbourne, Fordingbridge
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The AA AA COVID Confident Scheme 2021
Cosy, comfortable well-equipped cottage in attractive downland village of Rockbourne close to the New Forest, Salisbury and Cranborne Chase. Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, one double and one twin plus cot.
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Price £400.00 to £650.00 per unit per week

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Lake Farm

Location:

Fordingbridge

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

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Hucklesbrook Farm, New Forest Holiday Cottages

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Fordingbridge
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Hucklesbrook Farm New Forest Holiday Cottages are in the delightful New Forest Hamlet of South Gorley, Near Fordingbridge.
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- We have 4 nights available in Roe Cottage from the 2nd May for 4 nights and the price is £490 deduct £50 for a couple.
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Old Bridge Cottage

Location:

Ringwood

Sleeps 15-20. Hot tub and sauna available all year round. Swimming pool available in the summer months. Log fire. Comfortable accommodation for large groups, hen parties welcome. Sunny , private South facing garden.
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Riverside Park

Location:

Christchurch

Self-catering
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We are located on the banks of the River Stour in the centre of the beautiful historic town of Christchurch, within walking distance to the shops, restaurants, spectacular natural harbour, Hengistbury Head, Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve, safe sandy…
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- Arriving Friday 20th May leaving Friday 27th May 2022 in the Heron, sleeping up to 4 people (1 double and 2 single bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom). The cost for the week is £760 http://riversidepark.co.uk
  
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Price £390.00 to £1,250.00 per unit per week

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Meadow View Cottage

Location:

Fordingbridge
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Located in the centre of the beautiful medieval town of Fordingbridge, Meadow View Cottage is the perfect location for a family winter get away or a summer holiday in the New Forest. We offer family and pet friendly accommodation for up to six…
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St Mary's Garden Cottage

Location:

Salisbury

St Mary's Garden Cottage is a secluded, period cottage in the tranquil village of Lover. Peace and quiet is complimented by walks and cycle rides directly to the forest from your doorstep

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Price £100.00 per unit per night

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Bluebell Copse Cottages

Location:

Winsor, Southampton
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Bluebell Copse Cottages is set in 70 acres of beautiful farmland on the edge of the New Forest perfect to escape from your busy day to day. The Cottage sleeps six plus babies/toddlers in travel cots. We have two king bedrooms with en-suites and a…
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Heathfield Estate

Location:

CHRISTCHURCH

In the heart of the New Forest, with open countryside on your doorstep and the coast a stone’s throw away, you’ll find a 200-year-old private estate with a Georgian Coach House (4 bedrooms) and Cottage (2 bedrooms) extensively and lavishly renovated…

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Price £269.00 to £549.00 per unit per night

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Alderholt Mill Self Catering

Location:

Fordingbridge
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Picturesque working water mill. A traditional cream tea will be offered on arrival Private fishing on site (June - March). Unwind in this peaceful corner of Old England. two self-catering units available both sleeping 2 persons only
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12 reviews
Rhubarb Cottage

Location:

Lyndhurst
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Rhubarb Cottage in Lyndhurst is a modernised, well appointed dog friendly holiday cottage situated at the heart of The New Forest. It is a three-bedroomed semi-detached Victorian cottage, built in the early years of the 20th century. The cottage has…
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Little Home Farm

Location:

Walhampton , Lymington

Little Home Farm is a lovely, recently refurbished cottage located in Lymington. This holiday home sleeps 6 with 3 bedrooms and 3 ensuites.

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Wayside

Location:

Fordingbridge

Self-catering
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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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- Welcome to Wayside in the New Forest. Happily our Covid-19 measures endorsed by the "We're Good To Go" industry standard by Visit Britain have been running smoothly and keeping our guests and staff safe. We are doing things differently to keep you and ourselves safe and do get in touch to learn more about the measures we have put in place. Newly redecorated and carpeted for 2022 with many new furnishings. REMEMBER OUR OFFER INCLUDES UTILITIES, (PLEASE ENQUIRE ABOUT CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLES ) FAMILY SWIMMING PASS TO SANDY BALLS LEISURE CENTRE, WIFI, SKY TV WITH SPORTS, CAR PARKING CLOCK for local areas. Secure bike storage. FOUR STAR GOLD ACCOMMODATION.Tel. 01425 654892 / 07751933051, email- info@yournewforestholiday.co.uk
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Price £415.00 to £815.00 per unit per week

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New Forest Cottage Holidays

Location:

9 Clough Lane
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Three cosy, comfortable character cottages in village setting. good dining, pubs, golf, horse-riding, walking, cycling. Beaches 15 mins away. Pretty gardens with seating. Activities for everyone in this great location.
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Price £625.00 to £127,500.00 per unit per week

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57 reviews
Milford Croft

Location:

Milford On Sea

Self-catering
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5 Star bungalow available all year round for up to 6 guests, close to the beach and village. Well furnished with modern appliances secure garden, BBQ, internet access, parking as well as linen and towels provided.
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- Due to cancellations, we have a few weeks coming soon with special discounts. If you know your dates please call us on 01590 644014.
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16 reviews
Apple Cottage

Location:

Lyndhurst
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Apple Cottage boasts 3 bedrooms, a light and airy lounge / dining room with a wood burning stove and a modern kitchen with a full range of integrated appliances.
Outside you will find a fully enclosed sunny patio, a shed for bike storage and an…
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