Entrance into hallway with utility cupboard housing a washing machine and space for hanging coats and storing shoes. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, basin and WC. Stairs to first floor. Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with comfortable seating, TV and Juliet balcony looking towards the Lymington River. Dining table with seating for two guests and storage cupboard with hanging rail. Kitchen area with electric oven and hob, integrated fridge with ice box, dishwasher, tumble drier and microwave. Stairs to second floor. Mezzanine bedroom into the eaves with king size bed (5ft) and drawers, space for cot.
The Old Mill is a cute, stylish apartment, tucked away just behind Lymington Quay and river beyond, right in the heart of all that this bustling sailing town has to offer. Set over three floors, an airy mezzanine bedroom occupies the top floor, with modern bathroom on the ground floor, and delightful open plan living area in the middle. With comfortable seating giving river glimpses through the Juliet balcony, you can relax and enjoy the calming effect that this pretty holiday home exudes.
The bustling Lymington High Street is home to an array of independent shops, pubs, restaurants and café’s plus weekly Saturday Charter market lining the main street. Wander along the sea wall, which forms part of the Solent Way, and overlooks the Isle of Wight, stopping off at Keyhaven or continue to Milford on Sea beyond. This stunning walk will take you through the Lymington and Keyhaven Nature Reserve, a fantastic spot for birdwatching. Lymington Town station is close by to whisk you through the Forest to Brockenhurst and beyond, for days and evenings out exploring the local area leaving the car behind! The New Forest National Park, with its free-roaming ponies, donkeys and cattle, is just a short distance away, as are the beaches of Milford on Sea and Highcliffe, making this the perfect base for your New Forest escape.
Please note: Bookings over a week in length will not include a linen change or interim clean.
The Old Mill does not have any outside space, but a Juliet balcony looks towards the Lymington River.
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.
Available on the road. A public car parking clock is also provided for your stay (an advanced deposit of £73.00 is payable as a refundable deposit- to be taken on booking or in advance). The nearest long stay car parks are within a 2/3 minute walk (Town Quay, Gosport Street and Cannon Street).
Included: Bed linen, towels (please bring own beach towels) WiFi, electricity and central heating (gas). Children: Regret not suitable for children. Babes in arms welcome but no baby equipment is provided. Pets: Not suitable for pets. EV Charging is not available at this property. Beaches: Milford on Sea – 4 miles, Highcliffe (sandy) – 10 miles. Shops: Waitrose – 5 minute drive, Lymington High Street – 5 minute walk. Pubs The Ship Inn, The Kings Head and The Bosuns Chair – 5 minute walk, further pubs within walking distance. Restaurants: The Elderflower, Stanwells and Lanes of Lymington – 5 minute walk, The Pig Brockenhurst – 10 minute drive. Short breaks: Available all year round. Changeover: Friday Check in times: 4pm Check out times: 10am Non-smoking
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