Fisherman's Keep

Beautifully designed and finished to a high standard, Fisherman’s Keep is a true gem, tucked away down one of the oldest lanes in Lymington. It’s a delightful cottage, perfect for a relaxing getaway in this charming town.

Thoughtfully furnished, the property has been equipped to offer comfortable accommodation for up to six guests across three bedrooms. The master bedroom features a king-size bed, there’s a small bunk room ideal for children, and a further twin room on the top floor. A family bathroom is located on the first floor, with an additional shower room situated across the picturesque courtyard in the back garden.

A wood-burning stove in the lounge offers a warm and inviting welcome, perfect for cosy winter retreats. The amenities of the high street are just a stone’s throw away, and there are plenty of eateries in Lymington offering everything from breakfast to sundowners by the marina.

Reduced occupancy discount available for 2 or less guests, where only the master king size bedroom will be made up.

Outside

The beautiful garden features a patio with a bistro table and chairs, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. The garden then extends with stunning shrubs lining the pathway, leading to the rear, where a pergola shelters a spacious corner sofa, complete with lighting for relaxed summer evenings. A Weber barbecue, with gas provided, adds the finishing touch for alfresco dining. There is a £20 charge for gas and cleaning, please contact the office prior to your arrival to arrange this.

The local area

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.

Parking

There is no designated parking at Fisherman's Keep however between 6pm – 8am and all day Sunday you are permitted to park outside on the road. In addition to this the owner supplies a public car parking clock (permit) for use in the local car parks. The nearest public car park (behind M&S Simply Food) is a 1 minute walk away from the cottage, via an easy pedestrian walk through from the car park.

We will require, in advance, a £73.00 holding deposit for the parking clock and on it's safe return at the end of your stay, we will refund the £73.00 directly to you.

Additional information

Included: Bed linen, towels (please bring own beach towels), central heating (gas), electricity and WiFi. One complimentary basket of logs provided for wood burner.

Pets: Regret no pets.

Children: All ages welcome. High chair, stair gates and travel cot available (please bring own cot bedding).

Bike Storage: There are bike racks in the back garden. Bikes can be brought through the house to the garden, using the runner provided inside the property.

EV Charging: EV charging is not possible for this property. There are charging points located in Barfields Car Park, Lymington (5-10 minute walk).

Short Breaks: Available in low season anytime, mid-season bookable 4 weeks prior to the stay. Not available in the high season.

Beaches: Milford on Sea (4 miles), sandy beach at Highcliffe (8.5 miles).

Local facilities: An array of shops, pubs, restaurants all within a short walk. M&S Simply Food (2 minute walk), Six Bells (less than a minutes’ walk), The Highstreet Kitchen (2 minute walk), Lanes of Lymington (5 minute walk).