Dog-friendly Hotels Hampshire

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.

Downlands Farm is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Hampshire countryside with wonderful views across the peaceful valley. This rural haven is only 10 minutes from Petersfield, with fantastic road and rail connections for London and Portsmouth. These two holiday cottages Edward’s Cottage (ref UKC1818) and Louisa’s Cottage (ref UK11596) are set on a small working farm and just off a green-lane leading to miles of footpaths, bridleways and on and off-road cycling within the South Downs National Park. The cottages offer light and airy open plan living accommodation, and have ground floor bedrooms and a special ‘hideaway’ bedroom/playroom to accommodate children.
The barns have been converted from original agricultural buildings and have been sympathetically designed to blend with the surrounding countryside, while offering comfortable accommodation. For biking enthusiast there is a shared bike shed for bike storage and by arrangement, guests are welcome to bring their horses and make use of the Loddon stables. There are three local pubs within the vicinity, all within a half hour stroll or a 3-minute car journey away. The bustling market town of Petersfield is a 10-minute drive, and has a range of shops and restaurants, and along with the two local village shops; these provide all you need for stocking up on essential items. The cathedral cities of Chichester, Guildford, Portsmouth and Winchester are all 45 minutes away, and offer a range of shops and entertainment. The beautiful beach at West Wittering is an hour’s drive away, and this lovely location is ideal to visit, whatever the time of year, and is perfect for all ages. During low season (October to April), you can ride your horse at any time on the beach at West Wittering, and during the summer months you can ride before 9am and after 6pm.
Hayling Island has a children’s fun fair and a shingle beach, and is within half an hour from Downlands Farm. The cottages enjoy direct access to miles of scenic walking and cycling routes through the beautiful countryside and pretty villages such West Meon, where you can enjoy lunch at one of the pubs serving food, and where Thomas Lord rests, founder of Lords cricket. The market town of Petersfield has a range of restaurants and shops, and if you fancy a day trip to London, the local train service takes approximately one hour. There are several attractions in the area that are worth a visit, including Portsmouth with the Spinnaker Tower, HMS Warrior and Nelson’s HMS Victory, along with the historic Winchester Cathedral, King Arthurs Round Table, and Southampton with its extensive maritime history. For walking and riding the vast heathland of The New Forest National Park is ideal. For a cultural day out, try historic Chichester with its cathedral and festival theatre, and not forgetting the Watercress Steam Train, Jane Austen’s house, Gilbert White’s house, Marwell Zoo, Birdworld and the Queen Elizabeth Country Park which is the other side of the valley. Beach 15 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 13 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.