Entrance from the Quay up two flights of stairs to first floor apartment (28 internal steps). Large entrance hall with wardrobe and hanging space. Spacious sitting/dining room with Smart TV, dining table with seating for four and a fantastic view from the lounge through picture windows overlooking the Lymington River and Town Quay. Well fitted kitchen with electric hob, electric integrated oven, built-in microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and breakfast bar with seating for two. Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed and drawer unit. Door to west facing balcony. En suite shower room with walk-in shower cubicle, basin and WC. Bedroom 2 with twin 3ft single beds which can be converted to a 6ft super king zip & link bed on request (please advise preferred configuration at time of booking) and drawer unit. Door to west facing balcony. Bathroom with bath and shower over, hand basin and WC. Utility cupboard fitted with washing machine.
This recently updated and beautifully presented first floor apartment is located in a prime position overlooking the bustling Town Quay and Lymington River. Just a few minutes walk to the High Street, with its array of cafes, pubs, shops and restaurants, all that the popular town of Lymington has to offer is right on your doorstep.
The bright and airy open plan living and dining room benefits from a large picture window offering fantastic views – a relaxed place to sit and enjoy watching the world go by outside. A well equipped kitchen has all you will need for your stay. There are two double bedrooms, the master with en-suite shower room, and a separate bathroom. Both bedrooms have doors leading out onto a quiet balcony to the rear of the apartment which benefits from the evening sunshine.
The Wightlink ferry has regular sailings from Lymington to Yarmouth. Take the train from Lymington station (a five minute walk) either to the ferry terminal or to the popular village of Brockenhurst which is situated in the New Forest National Park. River trips depart daily from the historic Town Quay, where you can also hire kayaks and paddle boards, and the Lymington Seawater swimming baths adjacent to Lymington marina are within a ten minute walk. Further afield there is much to explore, including the National Motor Museum and Palace House at Beaulieu, Exbury Gardens, Paulton’s Park with Peppa Pig World and the New Forest Wildlife Park. The pretty New Forest villages are within easy travelling distance, as are the beaches of the south coast, making this delightful spacious apartment the perfect base for your New Forest holiday.
Please note: The apartment block has no lift, there are 28 steps from the ground floor to the apartment door.
Small south west facing private balcony with table and four chairs.
Visitors love this beautiful, Georgian market town that’s also a popular sailing resort. Lymington boasts three marinas and was the training ground for local hero Sir Ben Ainslie, you can see the golden letter box at the bottom of the high street, painted in recognition of his success with a fifth Gold Medal in the 2012 Olympic Games. Lymington is one of the largest towns in the New Forest and has a key role in the life of the area. This charming town is packed full of history dating back to the Norman Conquest, and is an important port on the west bank of the Lymington River on the Solent. Human habitation in the Lymington area dates back to the Iron Age, and a 6th Century BC hill fort known locally as Buckland Rings can still be seen today. As with many other towns and villages in the area, Lymington thrived during the Norman Conquest, thanks to its key location on the south coast.
If you want to leave your car at home and come by train, Lymington Rail line is a branch off the main Waterloo to Weymouth line. Once here, you’ll find regular buses with stops all over the New Forest and coastline.
There are lots of places to walk and amble in and around Lymington, these include characterful cobbled streets leading down to the town quay and harbour – a great place to relax and watch harbour life – fishing boats land their haul, yachts and leisure boats coming in and out.
There are lots of town events, activities and day trips from Lymington including fishing trips, boat and sailing charters, canoeing and kayaking, diving trips, mini cruises and ferry over to the Isle of Wight with your car or as a foot passenger.
Saturdays in the high street are a hive of activity, with a weekly street market selling everything from plants, clothes and household goods to home-made cakes, fruit and veg and a whole lot more. Shopping is great with a high street brands mixed with an interesting and eclectic mix of independent retailers and boutiques. There are a few supermarkets and specialist food shops for provisions to take back to your cottage, including one that makes their own home-made dishes and desserts and freezes them.
Lymington also has a number of really good eateries in and around the town, with the main concentration being around the high street. Lanes of Lymington serves superb food and also runs a cookery school. The Elderflower, whose chef/proprietor hails from the famous 5* Chewton Glen Hotel is superb.
During the warmer months you can relax in the bandstand gardens and enjoy some free musical entertainment. A few minutes’ further on are Lymington Sea Water Baths, the oldest of their kind in the UK, dating back to 1833. A short walk further on is the start of Keyhaven Nature Reserve. Well worth going to if you like birds, wildlife and natural beauty complimented with wonderful views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
You will be able to drop off luggage outside of the property, but then you must move your car to the public car park opposite (Town Quay).
A public car parking clock is provided for your stay against a £73.00 refundable deposit payable in advance. Call us for more details.
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach towels), gas central heating, electricity, internet and Wi-Fi. Mobile reception is fair, although please check with your provider prior to booking. Pets: Regret no pets. Children: All ages welcome. No baby equipment provided. EV Charging is not available at this property. STRICTLY NO SMOKING (including on balcony) Short Breaks: Available all year round. Bicycle storage: Not available. Beaches: Milford on Sea 3 miles, Highcliffe (sandy) 9 miles. Local Facilities: The Ship Inn, The Kings Head and The Elderflower Restaurant are all on the cobbles outside. All the amenities of Lymington town including supermarkets, shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, takeaways, leisure centre and a petrol station.
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