Entrance door into hallway with doors to all rooms and stairs to first floor. Bedroom 3 with double bed and wardrobe. Shower room with large walk-in shower enclosure, basin, WC and heated towel rail. Open plan kitchen/diner with seating area and double bi-fold doors onto terrace and garden. Kitchen area with built-in electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker. Island breakfast bar with 2 stools and window seat overlooking the open Forest. Side door to garden and utility room with washing machine, tumble drier and additional fridge/freezer. Door to garage with football table. Dining area with dining table seating 6. Internal folding doors to lounge with comfortable seating, Smart TV with Freeview box, wood burning stove and French doors to terrace and garden. Stairs to first floor. Landing with study area with desk overlooking open Forest to the front. Bedroom 1 with king size (5ft) bed and fitted wardrobes. En-suite shower room with walk-in shower enclosure, basin and WC. Bedroom 2 with twin (3ft 6) beds and hanging rail. Bathroom with double-ended bath, large walk-in shower enclosure, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Northay Cottage is superbly located opposite the open Forest, with miles of walking and cycling tracks to explore right from the doorstep. Having been recently lovingly refurbished to a very high standard, the cottage offers new and stylish interiors and modern appliances.
Downstairs, the large, open plan kitchen/diner boasts double bi-folding doors opening up onto a terrace bringing the outside in on warm summer days. The comfortable lounge has a wood burning stove for cosy evenings in, and there is a downstairs bedroom with separate shower room offering flexible accommodation. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities and a family bathroom.
Brockenhurst village is within a 20 minute walk where you will find shops including 2 mini-supermarkets, pubs and eateries. The Pig restaurant is a 10 minute walk away, as is The Balmer Lawn Hotel, both offering fine dining options. The south coast yachting town of Lymington is just a short drive away, where there are plenty of interesting shops, a famous Saturday charter market, restaurants, pubs and coastal walks to enjoy. From Brockenhurst mainline station you can catch a train to Lymington, Southampton, Bournemouth and beyond.
For those who love to explore the great outdoors, Northay Cottage, overlooking the open Forest, couldn’t be better placed. Walk, cycle or ride for miles from the front door, passing ponies, cattle and other New Forest livestock who are often seen grazing opposite the house.
Gravel driveway with planting to the front and side of the property. Two sets of bi-fold doors lead from the open plan living area onto a terrace with outdoor table and chairs. Step down onto the flat lawn. Football table available in the garage.
If you want a car free break, Brockenhurst is one of the best places to stay in the New Forest. It has a railway station in the heart of the village and branch line to the Georgian marine town of Lymington. London is just a 90 minute trip – perfect for a bolt hole weekend away.
Brockenhurst is in the centre of the New Forest. It’s a large, traditional English village displaying thatched cottages, quaint little lanes and gorgeous chocolate box picture perfect scenery. It’s a hotspot for visitors and locals to gather. It’s one of the largest villages in the area, yet its managed to preserve its countryside appeal and homely charm without the trappings of commercialism. The vibe in the village is a gentle pace of life akin to how a generation lived fifty years ago. There’s no huge superstore, instead you will find a large selection of shops selling everything you’ll need for a holiday including grocer, butcher, baker, village post office and chemist as well as an array of interesting shops selling beautiful gifts, books and hobby crafts.
The most famous residents of the village are the free roaming New Forest ponies, cattle and donkeys. They are often seen around the village, at garden gates and in the high street peeping in to the shops in the hope of a carrot or two. Visitors love the novelty of shopping alongside four legged friends.
There are lots of great photo opportunities in and around the village. Head to the ford, known as ‘The Watersplash’ at the bottom of the high street. You’ll often come across ponies and donkeys stopping off for a drink on their way to graze on the open forest which surrounds the village.
During warmer months’ visitors can head to a pretty picnic spot at Balmer Lawn. There’s lots of grass to lay out on as well as a shingle beach with shallow water overlooking the Lymington River – a great family spot!
It’s worth taking a look at the oldest church in the New Forest – St. Nicholas Parish Church which dates back to AD737. The church yard is just as fascinating. You’ll see an enormous Yew Tree to the left of the south entrance porch, that’s estimated to be over 1,000 years old. This is also a great spot to see a thick carpet of bluebells in the spring. Not far from the high street is the village hall which has a busy calendar of events throughout the year for locals and visitors to enjoy.
If you fancy some horseback riding, Brockenhurst Riding Stables based at the New Forest Activity Centre just outside the village have a great reputation. To hire bikes pop into Cyclexperience at the railway station, they have a large choice of bikes, electric bikes, tandems, tag-a-longs and children’s seats. There are lots of trails, routes and tracks from the village for bikes rides or walkers wanting anything from a short stroll to a daylong hike out in to the forest – pack a picnic and off you go.
Brockenhurst also has a wonderful collection of coffee shops and cafes. Try Rosie Lea's Tea House & Bakery and The Buttery. There are super friendly pubs and restaurant’s serving great food, our favourites include The Snakecatcher, The Foresters Arms, Bistro 26 and a great Indian restaurant called Dynasty. There’s also a good fish and chip shop and Chinese take away.
Parking for 4 cars on private driveway. Please keep the gate closed at all times to prevent livestock entering the grounds.
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels), central heating (gas), electricity, WiFi, welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season. Children: All ages welcome. Travel cot, high chair and stair gate provided on request. Please bring own cot bedding. Football table available in the garage. Pets: 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. Please note there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet each week. EV Charging is not available at this property. No Smoking. Mobile reception variable. Shops: Tesco Express and Co-Op, Brockenhurst – 4 minute drive, Waitrose Lymington – 10 minute drive. Pubs: The Huntsman and The Snakecatcher, Brockenhurst – 20 minute walk. Restaurants: The Pig, The Balmer Lawn Hotel , Careys Manor – 10 minute walk. Riding Stables: Brockenhurst Riding Stables. Beaches: Milford on Sea, Highcliffe and Avon Beaches (sandy) within a 20 minute drive. Short breaks: Available low season bookable anytime, mid and high season bookable 2 weeks before the stay, but do please enquire on 01590 679655. Changeover: Friday. Property: Self-catering holiday home. Check in times: 4pm Check out times: 10am
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