Entrance into small hallway with coat hooks and bookshelves. Lounge with sofas, Smart TV and log burning stove. Stairs to first floor. Cloakroom with basin and toilet. Kitchen/diner with built-in electric oven and electric hob, slimline dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, air fryer and cafetiere. Dining table to seat three. Back door to paved courtyard garden. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed, built-in wardrobe, dressing table and sitting area within bay window. Bedroom 2 with 2ft 6 single bed and hanging rail with drawers. Family bathroom with bath and shower over, wash basin and WC.
New for 2026
Set just across the road from the open Forest, where ponies, cattle and donkeys roam free, and with miles of walking and cycle tracks to discover, this delightful end terraced cottage has been lovingly restored to offer a convenient base for visiting the vibrant New Forest area.
Accommodating up to three guests, and pet-friendly, 3 Heather Cottages benefits from two parking spaces. The luxurious lounge is centred around a wood burning stove and Smart TV, with a handy cloakroom before entering the well-equipped dining kitchen. Upstairs features two comfortable bedrooms, the master with small sitting area overlooking the Forest, and a family bathroom. Outside, the fully enclosed and paved courtyard garden is a wonderful space for alfresco drinks and dining.
Lyndhurst is home to the New Forest Heritage Centre and museum, which tells the history of the area and offers information on local walks and cycle paths. Other local attractions include the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, Longdown Activity Farm, New Forest Wildlife Park, Paulton’s Park, nearby Furzey Gardens and Calshot Activity Centre. Lymington with its many independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants is a short drive away – don’t miss the street market held every Saturday morning in Lymington’s pretty Georgian High Street! The Isle of Wight is a short ferry ride from Lymington for a fun day out across The Solent.
The attractive courtyard garden is paved and fully enclosed, with a picnic bench for outdoor meals and drinks.
The large village of Lyndhurst is known as the ‘Capital of the New Forest’. The most important property in the village and indeed the forest, is The Queens House, which you can find at the top of the high street. It’s home to the New Forest Verderers’, an ancient organisation dating back to the 13th Century. The Verderers’ sit here, meet in the hall and court to oversee, administer and protect the rights of local commoning practices and conserve the forests landscape. The Queens House is also the local headquarters of the Forestry Commission.
Lyndhurst’s high street is lined with lots of independent shops, cafes and eateries. Our favourites include: ‘Shave Green’, a treasure trove of intriguing vintage and quirky gifts, ornaments, trinkets and collectables. Shoppers can step back in time at ‘The Old Apothecary’, a magical collection of knick-knacks, remedies, oils, soaps and unusual bath time treats with a modern twist. ‘Pages of Lyndhurst’ is best described as an emporium of popular and unusual alcoholic drinks, teas and coffee beans, novelties and gifts with friendly knowledgeable staff. If you have a couple of hundred thousand pounds (preferably more) to spare, pop into the Meridien showroom at the bottom of the high street and take a look at their selection of Ferrari and Maserati cars for sale.
Food and Drink The Curry Leaf has an excellent reputation for Indian dishes, Italian food lovers should head to The Pergola and for authentic Thai cuisine try the Siam Thai Lounge. For great pub food The Waterloo Arms is a must. Just two miles away in the hamlet of Bank is one of the New Forests best pubs for food, The Oak Inn.
The New Forest Centre can be found in the village centre car park. It’s crammed full of activities, information and what’s on in The New Forest National Park. It offers Visitor Information and houses a gallery and a gift shop. Within the same building is The New Forest Museum, depicting the forest’s rich history, heritage and way of life for its human and animal inhabitants.
The town centre maybe a hive of activity, but Lyndhurst has plenty of green spaces to burn off energy or relax with a book. The Mount and Bolton's Bench to the right as you head out towards Ashurst, is a lovely expanse of grass to fly kites, play rounder’s and enjoy a picnic. Turn right before the Mount on to the Beaulieu road, after a couple of hundred yards you’ll find the village cricket pitch, often surrounded by ponies and donkeys. A lovely place to spend a sunny summer afternoon watching a match.
Other days in Lyndhurst could encompass a bike ride. Trax Bike Hire in the village will deliver bikes to your cottage; or you can pick them up from their shop along with a choice of cycle routes. New Forest Golf Club in Lyndhurst wins rave reviews for its 18 well designed holes and friendly atmosphere. The New Forest Reptile centre is only a mile away; and has enclosures of British reptiles and New Forest Reptile Centreamphibians with lots of information and guides on hand to tell you how they are being conserved in the New Forest.
The pre-Raphaelite church of St Michael and All Angels has a striking 160ft (49m) spire, beautiful stained glass windows and the grave of Alice Liddell, Lewis Carroll's inspiration for Alice in Wonderland.
During the warmer months there’s an open top double decker bus tour with optional audio commentary. There’s a choice of 3 routes, all of which start and finish in Lyndhurst. Tickets are open for the day, so you can jump off at a different village, beach or attraction and catch a later bus back. The Visitor Information Centre has more details.
There is parking for 1 car on the driveway in front of the property and for 1 car in the parking area to the rear of the property which is clearly labelled.
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach towels if required), gas central heating, Wi-Fi, basket of logs in the appropriate season. Mobile reception is generally good, although please check with your provider prior to booking. Pets: 1 dog welcome. Please note that it must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and must be fully house trained and well behaved. Please note that there is a standard charge of £30 per stay. Dogs are not permitted upstairs; there is a stair gate fitted to the foot of the staircase. Children: All ages welcome. Highchair available on request. Stair gate fitted to bottom of staircase. EV Charging: Not possible at this property. Bicycle Storage: Uncovered within side passageway. Bike anchors are cemented into the ground for security – please bring own bike locks. Short Breaks: Available all year round. Beaches: Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, Avon Beach and Mudeford all within 10 miles (15/20 minutes by car). Local Facilities: Plenty of café’s, restaurants and pubs within walking distance, including Indian, Italian and traditional. Tesco Express and Co-Op within a 10 minute walk. The New Forest Tour open air buses also pass through Lyndhurst.
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