Rachael's Cottage

This charming two bedroom Victorian terraced cottage is ideally situated in Brockenhurst, the heart of the New Forest, within walking distance of the pretty High Street and the mainline railway station, making the property an ideal location for people travelling by rail to the New Forest. Whilst retaining some original features, the cottage has been sympathetically refurbished to a high standard offering comfortable, welcoming accommodation with a south west facing private rear garden. The property is very well equipped for guests with babies and young children making it a real home from home. The pretty village of Brockenhurst has numerous shops, pubs and cafes. Easy access to miles of open forest for walking and cycling (bikes can be hired locally) are a big attraction for this property.

Outside

Pretty south-west facing, enclosed mature garden laid to patio and lawn with several colourful borders of shrubs. Garden furniture and built- in brick barbecue available. A garden shed is available for guests to use.

The local area

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

On street parking available outside the cottage (small restrictions apply), please telephone the office for details.

Additional information

Included: Bed linen and towels, WiFi access, electricity & gas central heating with a complimentary basket of logs during winter season. Children Accepted travel cot, high chair and stair gate, available – please bring own cot bedding). Pets Up to two well behaved dogs welcome. Please note there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet per week. Telephone No landline. Mobile signal variable. Wifi available. Parking On street parking available outside the cottage (one hour restriction), it may be possible to secure a parking space outside of the property, please telephone the office for details. EV Charging is not available at this property. Non Smoking Bicycle Storage None Beach Milford on Sea 9 miles. Shops several within walking distance in the village. Pubs several within walking distance in the village. The New Forest Tour Bus green and blue route stop nearby Short breaks available low season with prior arrangement with the owner. Please call the office to enquire. Changeover Friday Check in time: 4pm Check out time: 10am Property Self-catering holiday cottage.