Rashley House

Bursting with character, Rashley House is a charming three storey town house within a small mews in the heart of the Georgian sailing town of Lymington. With a cosy ground floor snug and the main living area on the first floor, complete with wood burning stove, there is plenty of space for a family holiday. The main lounge and dining room overlook the bustling High Street, with a well-equipped kitchen and the master bedroom with en suite also on the first floor. Stairs from the hallway lead up to the second floor, with two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Due to the age of the property there are low beams and restricted head height in the bedrooms.

Rashley House is in the vibrant heart of Lymington, with its bustling High Street, alleyways and courtyards all home to a variety of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Since 1250AD the ancient charter market has lined the High Street every Saturday and is a must visit, with a wide selection of stalls and crafts. The Lymington Sea Water Baths offering kayak and paddle board hire is close by, as are the marinas and coastal path, with views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight. Wander down to the station to catch a train to the ferry port and onto Yarmouth, just a 30 minute trip. The beautiful New Forest National Park is within a 5 minute drive with miles of heathland to explore – enjoy walking, cycling or horse riding amongst the free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys.

Outside

There is no outside space, but a couple of parks and green spaces are within a short walk, as is the Lymington river, marinas and Solent Way, which stretches along the sea wall towards Keyhaven and Milford on Sea. The New Forest National Park is within a 5 minute drive.

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 a parking space for one medium sized vehicle in front of the property. The Mews has security gates which are closed overnight.

For one additional car, a public car parking clock is provided for your stay (against a £73.00 refundable deposit). This will be able to be paid for in advance.

Additional information

Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own bedding for the sofa bed if required and beach towels), gas central heating, internet and Wi-Fi. Mobile reception is generally reasonable, although please check with your provider prior to booking. Logs are not provided but can be purchased locally at Mole Country Store. Pets: Regret not suitable for pets. Children: All ages welcome. EV Charging: Not available at this property. Nearest charging points Barfields car park, Lymington. Security Gates: The Mews has gated entrances which are closed overnight between the hours of 6pm and 8am. Security codes will be provided. Short Breaks: Available all year from a Friday/Monday. Beaches: Milford on Sea (4miles), Highcliffe Beach, Avon Beach and Mudeford all within 10 miles. Local Facilities: The Angel & Blue Pig, The Six Bells and The Kings Arms (0.1 miles) Fine dining at The Elderflower (0.2 miles), Stanwells and Lanes of Lymington (0.1 miles). All the amenities of Lymington town including supermarkets (M & S Food, Waitrose and Tesco Express), shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, leisure centre and a petrol station.