GROUND FLOOR Entrance into the spacious hallway, Leading onto the living room with comfortable seating, coffee table, Smart TV, and a large open fire. Dining room with a table and chairs seating six, leading into the kitchen with built in electric oven and induction hob, American fridge/ freezer, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, kettle, and toaster. Utility area with dishwasher, washer/dryer, clothes airer, and WC. Door leads out to the garden. Shower room with walk in shower cubicle and basin. Stairs to the first floor. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, seating, and views out to the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle. Bedroom 2 with 5ft king size bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Bedroom 3 with twin (3ft) beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Family bathroom with bath and shower over, wash basin with vanity unit, heated towel rail and WC.
New for 2024
Rose Cottage is a tranquil retreat in the heart of Lymington, boasting coastal charm and modern comforts. Renovated in 2023, this cosy cottage welcomes up to six guests across three bedrooms, each offering a peaceful sanctuary. With two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a welcoming sitting room with a crackling fireplace offers a real home from home. Outside there is a table and chairs looking over the lawned garden.
Explore the natural beauty of the marshes or venture into the historic town of Lymington, just a short drive away. Nearby dining options range from traditional pubs to waterfront restaurants, all within a short distance.
The New Forest National Park, with it’s free-roaming ponies, is just a short drive away, or explore further afield and catch the ferry to the Isle of Wight for an exciting day out. Other local attractions include Hurst Castle and the Lymington-Keyhaven Nature Reserve which can be explored on foot or by bike along the Solent Way, or hire a paddle board or kayak and take to the water. Breath-taking cliff top walks with spectacular views, great beaches and thriving wildlife make this a perfect holiday base.
Pretty planted borders adorn the front of the cottage. The rear garden is a well maintained and mature lawned garden with planted borders, ambient outside lighting, coal BBQ, and a dining table seating six.
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.
There is parking for 3 cars on a private driveway.
Included: Bed linen and towels (please provide your own beach towels), gas central heating, Wi-Fi. Mobile reception is generally reasonable, although please check with your provider prior to booking. Pets: Suitable for two pets. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully house trained and well behaved. Please note there is a standard charge of £30 per pet per week. Children: All ages welcome. Short Breaks: Available at any time except school holidays. EV Charging is not available at this property. Beaches: Lymington Sea Wall (10 minute walk), Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, Avon Beach (sandy) all within 10 miles (15/20 minutes by car). Local Facilities: The Chequers, The Townhouse, The Sail, Elderflower restaurant, The Haven, Rivaaz, The High-street Kitchen. All the amenities of Lymington including convenience stores, shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, leisure centre and petrol stations.
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