Entrance into lounge with sofas and Smart TV through to dining area with table and chairs to seat six and stairs to first floor. Kitchen with built-in electric double oven and electric hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave and cafetiere. Door to conservatory and breakfast room with dining table to seat three and access to internal side passageway and door to back garden. Conservatory with comfortable seating and TV plus French doors to paved courtyard garden. Cloakroom with basin and toilet. Steep cottage stairs to first floor Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed, built-in wardrobes, TV and window seat. En suite shower room with shower cubicle, sink, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 with 4ft 6 double bed, Smart TV and wardrobe. Family shower room with shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.
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In a wonderful position at the bottom of Lymington’s Georgian High Street, Kelymar Cottage is a comfortable base from which to explore all that the New Forest National Park has to offer.
With two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, the cottage offers flexible accommodation for families and friends alike. Downstairs is particularly roomy, with a lounge/diner, breakfast room, well-equipped kitchen and conservatory. The courtyard garden is fully enclosed and private, a lovely sunny spot for a morning coffee or evening tipple!
A short stroll takes you to the pretty cobbles which lead down to the Lymington River and Town Quay, great for watching the comings and goings of boats, at one of the many cafe’s or pubs. Meander up the Georgian High Street, with its vast selection of independent restaurants, pubs, café’s and boutique shops, as well as popular chains. The Saturday Charter Market is well-worth a visit, with stalls lining the length of the main street. Take a train along the trundling branch line to the Isle of Wight ferry for an exciting day out across The Solent or explore The New Forest National Park which is within a five-minute drive and home to free-roaming ponies, cows and donkeys.
The rear courtyard garden is paved and fully enclosed, with a bench, chairs and low table.
On the western banks of the Lymington River, having wended its way through the sun-dappled glades of the New Forest to find the Solent, lies the beautiful Georgian market town of Lymington.
Lymington has been an illustrious seaport for centuries and was once well-known for its shipbuilding and salt harvesting enterprises. Today, its three sparkling marinas offer berths to the many residents and visiting yachts seen docked in its harbour, tell-tale signs of the town’s vibrant sailing community. In fact, it was the gleaming Solent waters that were the training ground for local hero and five-time Olympian Sir Ben Ainslie; a letter box painted gold in celebration of his achievements can be found at the bottom of the town’s bustling high street.
Lymington’s ancient origins can be traced back to the dyke and mounds that once formed the outer defences of its Iron Age fort, known locally as Buckland Rings. When the Jutes prevailed from the Isle of Wight in the 6th century they founded a settlement called Limentun, and by the time of the Norman conquests this once sparsely populated enclave had grown into a flourishing port.
Today, the characterful, cobbled streets of Lymington are lined with artisan shops, galleries and boutiques, whilst the town’s weekly market is filled with stalls selling everything from garden plants to home-baked cakes. Lymington also plays host to a fleet of elegant restaurants, cosy tea rooms, charming cafés and stylish bistros. Lanes of Lymington, with its sleek balconies and intimate alcoves, has all the pizazz of a top London outlet, while the award-winning Elderflower on Quay Street boasts one of the finest a la carte menus in the region.
Holidays in Lymington can be easily filled with a variety of family-friendly activities, from sunset cruises and stand up paddle boarding to harbourside strolls and coastal rambles. During the sunnier months, the town hosts a number of gala events including the ever-popular Lymington Seafood Festival, a lively July carnival, regattas and regular sailing jamborees. Listen to some summer jazz in the bandstand gardens before a dip in the town’s historic sea water baths, renowned for its rejuvenating mud minerals, and if you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a short walk to the marshes and lagoons of Keyhaven Nature Reserve is a must.
Lymington has its own railway station with mainline links from London Waterloo to nearby Brockenhurst. There are also regular bus services with links to the coastal resort of Bournemouth and the maritime city of Southampton, plus, you’ll also be able to pick up the New Forest tour bus and enjoy an open-top safari. If you’ve had your fill of landlubbing, a quick channel hop on the car and passenger ferry to the Isle of Wight might be just the ticket.
Discover one of the UK’s most delightful port towns when you book a stay in Lymington. Take a look at some of our stunning Lymington holiday cottages and start planning your very own south coast adventure.
There is restricted parking on the road outside and a local parking clock is provided for your stay. (Please see additional information for more details.)
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach towels if required), gas central heating and Wi-Fi. Mobile reception is generally good, although please check with your provider prior to booking. Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Please note that they 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. Children: All ages welcome. Highchair and travel cot available on request. EV Charging: Not possible at this property. Bicycle Storage: Within secure internal side passageway. 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 and traditional. Tesco Express within a 5 minute walk, plus Marks & Spencer Food and Waitrose a 5 minute drive. The New Forest Tour open air buses also pass through Lymington.
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