Pet Friendly Lodges Hampshire

This pretty, detached, ‘chocolate box’, thatched holiday cottage lies a few miles from the Dorset coast, on the edge of the New Forest National Park which is hugely popular for excellent walks, cycling and horse-riding routes. There’s also golf available nearby. The cottage is an ideal retreat for families, with many character features and a hot tub in the garden’s summer house. There are plenty of thoughtful extras for guests’ enjoyment, including six TVs, Bluetooth stereo and Wi-Wfi. Enjoy sandy beaches at Mudeford, Bournemouth and Poole, or visit Beaulieu, Exbury Gardens and Lymington. Burley and Christchurch are just 3 miles away. Shop ⅓ mile and nearest pub 80 meters. Village has three good pubs in total.

This is an idyllic holiday location in a quiet part of the New Forest National Park. With open heath, wild ponies and miles of footpaths right on the doorstep making these properties - Brook Barn (ref PDDA) and Meadow Barn (ref UKC2859) a really relaxing holiday retreat. Adjacent to one another and next to the owner’s home, they have been thoughtfully renovated, offering a good feeling of space with high vaulted beamed ceilings and open plan living space. Brook Barn has a cosy wood burner and Meadow Barn is accessed through the former stable/farmyard and has a very rustic feel and a unique carved staircase, made out of local trees and with iron railings to look like the branches of the tree! The first floor galleried bedroom area, with single bed, gives the impression of sleeping in a tree house! Both properties have a ground floor double bedroom and a first floor double bedroom with a single Z-bed for additional sleeping for children. There is also a cart on-site which offers fresh vegetables (honesty box).
This is a wonderful setting for discovering the New Forest, the area is abundant in wildlife, with deer, pheasants, badgers and birds and many scenic walks. The market town of Ringwood, with several restaurants, pubs, shops and leisure centre is about 4 miles, and there is also a brewery that offers regular tours. There is so much to discover in this area and the New Forest has miles of open heathland and woodland, where cattle and ponies roam, as well as being great for cycling, walking and riding. There are numerous picturesque New Forest villages, many of which serve traditional cream teas! Rockbourne is good for fly fishing and there is coarse fishing at Fordingbridge, as well as a water park, with various water sports including windsurfing and boating.
The properties are in a convenient location with road links to the cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury, and for a day out, why not visit Stonehenge or The Tank Museum at Bovington. They also have easy coastal connections to Christchurch Harbour and Sandbanks both within about 40-minute’s drive. Other attractions within easy reach include Beaulieu Motor Museum, Monkey World, Avon Heath Country Park, Moors Valley, and the New Forest Otter and Owl Park. Maritime Southampton and various other tourist attractions are within easy driving distance, with Ringwood just 4 miles away and sandy beaches at Poole and Bournemouth, 16 miles. Shop and pub 1½ miles, restaurant 2 miles.
Both properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

This detached, boutique-style, single-storey holiday property offers well-presented accommodation and makes an ideal retreat for couples or families looking to enjoy the delights of The New Forest right on their doorstep. There are two double bedrooms and a third bedroom with two single beds. Lawn Lodge has its own private parking and enclosed, lawned garden, and is adjacent to the owner’s renowned hotel, where guests can enjoy complimentary use of the extensive leisure facilities, including a heated indoor and outdoor swimming pool (outdoor pool - summer only), air conditioned gym and terraces/grounds. There is also a spa treatment centre (prices on enquiry), bar, two restaurants, and breakfast is offered at a discounted rate.
The ever-popular New Forest is a haven for wildlife with many ponies roaming across the heathland, extensive walks, cycling and riding routes. There is plenty to do in the area for all ages, all year round, including Beaulieu Motor Museum, Bucklers Hard, Marwell Zoo, New Forest Wildlife Park and Southampton with its maritime history, to name but a few! It is only a 10-minute drive to historic Lymington, with waterside dining, boutiques and ferries to the Isle of Wight. Lawn Lodge is also within easy reach of many beaches, including Sandbanks, Poole and Bournemouth. Beach 5 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

Both Irenic Lodge (ref UKC3707) and Irenic Lodge 2 (ref UKC4176) have been beautifully refurbished to a very good standard throughout. They are comfortable and tastefully styled, semi-detached bungalows ideal for couples and families wishing to explore this popular part of Hampshire. The spacious, light, airy open plan living/dining area has reclining leather sofas and French doors to the enclosed patio garden with pergola and garden furniture, which is a great spot for al fresco dining.
The lodges are less than 2 miles from the historic village square of Hamble-Le-Rice with its famous quay (you can even hop on the small pink passenger ferry to Warsash!). There are several pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and shops nearby. Hamble has good rail links from a modest train station a short walk away to London, Southampton and Portsmouth. The village has played a significant role in the country’s aviation and maritime history and there are few villages in Britain that can boast to have had a priory, a Norman church and a castle over the centuries. Today, Hamble is known as a sailing and yachting centre of excellence and many people visit to enjoy the friendly community spirit and ambiance especially during the summer months. This is an ideal base for those wishing to explore the area. Popular destinations include maritime Southampton and Portsmouth, with historic ships, designer shopping, leisure facilities and ferries to the Isle of Wight.
Visit Winchester with its cathedral, Stonehenge, Paultons Park and Marwell Zoo with Pepper Pig World. Enjoy excellent walking in the New Forest and South Downs National Parks, a day trip to Bealieu Motor Museum or the seaside resort of Hayling Island, Poole and Bournemouth. Other good excursions are to Netley Royal Victoria Park and Manor Farm Country Park. Golf and fishing are available locally. Beach 3 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accomodate up to 8 guests.

Tucked away on the outskirts of the quaint village of Llandyssil rests this charming barn conversion, The Granary. Set in a rural location and boasting a fabulous contemporary yet traditional interior, The Granary is the perfect base for your next group retreat to the countryside.
Stepping down into the property from the hallway, you’ll be delighted by the light and airy décor of the open-plan kitchen/diner, beautifully appointed with a modern shaker-style kitchen set alongside a grand wooden dining table fit with elegant upholstered chairs, taking centre stage in the room, offering the perfect sociable space to indulge in some culinary delights with your loved ones. Settle down for the evening and unwind with a leisurely seat on the plush corner sofa, warming the room with the electric fire as you enjoy a movie marathon under the rustic exposed wooden beams that decorate the ceiling above, before heading outside to end each day in style with a luxurious soak amongst the bubbles in the hot tub, soaking in the peaceful settling. As the day draws to a close, prepare for bed with an invigorating rinse in the contemporary family bathroom before tucking the kids into bed in the twin bedroom, fabulously appointed with high-vaulted ceilings. Completing the ground floor is a spacious kingsize bedroom, ideal for guests with limited mobility, and fit with it’s own TV so you can drift off to the sound of your favourite show. Climbing the stairs, you’ll find a stylish bathroom, boasting an elegant freestanding bath to add a touch of luxury to your break, alongside the remarkable master bedroom, intimately tucked away under the sloped ceiling, providing a peaceful and romantic setting to rest your head. Wisk your loved ones away on a rural retreat with a stay at The Granary.
Venture into the town of Montgomery to access the rest of your amenities, including a convenience store and numerous eateries, visitors can also enjoy touring the once-glorious ruins of Montgomery Castle before visiting the unique Cloverlands Model Car Museum. The large town of Newtown isn’t far and history fans will benefit from exploring the fascinating Textile Museum, admiring the pieces in the Oriel Davies Gallery, or venture on a trek to the renowned Brimmon Oak. Venture into the national reserve of Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and embark on its numerous hiking and cycling trails, including the Onny Meadows and Carding Mill Valley routes, go riding through the Blue Remembered Hills Bridleway or try something different and take part in air sports and archery at The Long Mynd. Travel a little further to the town of Welshpool where more historic landmarks await, along with the famed Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, a steam engine that provides visitors with exciting journeys through the Welsh scenery. With so much to see and do in Powys, Pentre Farm Cottages are a great getaway for all the family. Pub and restaurant 350 yards.