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 welcoming, detached family home enjoys a lovely location, standing within 2 acres of extensive lawned gardens and overlooking the surrounding fields and countryside. Arnewood Corner is an ideal base for gathering family and friends, with many thoughtful touches and home comforts found throughout. Enjoy the games cabin, complete with a pin-ball machine, juke box, and a selection of games and toys, as well as the private hot tub, children’s play area and the outdoor heated swimming pool. There are six bedrooms found inside the main house, two of which are on the ground floor. There is a juke-box in the dining room and a piano in the living room.
This lovely property is located just a mile away from the pretty village of Sway, which has a village shop, family butchers, post office and a selection of pubs and restaurants. The ever popular New Forest National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is a haven for wildlife, is nearby with many roaming ponies and cattle along the roadsides and across the heathland, as well as extensive walking, cycling and horse riding routes. There is plenty to do in the area for all ages, all year round; picturesque villages serving cream teas, vineyards, golf courses, stately homes and many family attractions. Brockenhurst is nearby, as is the popular sailing town of Lymington, which is only a 5-minute drive, with its pretty harbour, fishing trips, cobbled streets, boutiques, pubs, restaurants and day trips by ferry to the Isle of Wight.
Other places of interest nearby include Beaulieu Motor Museum, the riverside village of Bucklers Hard, Exbury Gardens, Marwell Zoo, Peppa Pig World and New Forest Owl and Otter Park, to name but a few. Further afield, but well worth the trip, are Monkey World and the Tank Museum at Bovington. The property is also within easy reach of many beaches including Mudeford, Sandbanks, Poole and Bournemouth, the nearest beach being 4 miles away at Milford-on-Sea – also great for crabbing! Along the coastline, there are a many popular activities such as windsurfing, boating and swimming. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Coppice Hill House offers a comfortable and homely base for couples and families wishing to explore this popular part of Hampshire. It lies on the edge of the South Downs National Park making this ideal for keen walkers and cyclists. Southampton and the historic cathedral city of Winchester can be reached within 10 miles.
Parts of this characterful Grade II listed property dates back to the 15th century, with some later additions, mainly in the 17th and 18th centuries. It is steeped in history, and was formerly a pub, a school, a place for the manufacture of bespoke bricks and tiles, and also a doctors surgery. This traditional, detached family home enjoys some charming features such as beams, tiled floors, inglenook fireplaces, original oak floors, wood panelling in the dining room, a Rayburn, walled garden and a wood burner. The house is set just back from the main road which leads to the town, (there may be some road noise although the property is secondary glazed), and is conveniently located for local pubs and restaurants - the nearest only two minutes walk away, and a comprehensive range of independent shops, such as a butchers, bakery, greengrocers and more. Coppice Hill House benefits from a sitting out area within lovely lawned, walled gardens.
Bishop’s Waltham is a popular medieval market town, and has interesting places of interest such as the 12th century ruins of Bishop’s Waltham Palace, the museum and the Roman Church.
The glorious South Downs are within easy reach, as well as the Queen Elizabeth Country Park. The naval city of Portsmouth is 14 miles away, with its historic dockyard, home to Nelson’s Victory and The Mary Rose, along with waterside dining, extensive designer shops and ferry trips to the Isle of Wight. Winchester, Southampton with its shopping centre and the New Forest with extensive heathland walks, riding and cycling opportunities are approximately 40 minutes away. Historic Chichester with its cathedral and festival theatre, the city of Winchester, beaches at West Witterings or Hayling Island, the Watercress steam train, Jane Austens’ House, Gilbert White’s house and Birdworld, Marwell Zoo and Peppa Pig World are all easily reached. Pebbled beach 8 miles. Shop 250 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

Ground floor, attached barn conversion set one and a half miles from Kerry in Powys. Hot tub. Open-plan living. En-suite. Exposed beams.

Groomes Country House is a Grade II listed farmhouse resting in Farnham, Hampshire. Off-road parking. Pet friendly. Woodburning stove. Games room. Guildford 16.6 miles; Winchester 23.3 miles; Portsmouth 28.6 miles.

Hartley Wine Estate’s Vineyard View is the perfect romantic retreat, with glass gable end giving fantastic views across the vineyard and rolling countryside. The beautifully designed open plan living/bedroom space has everything you would need from a full kitchen including a wine fridge, kingsize bed and large bathroom with roll top bath and shower.

Set amongst 80 acres of vines, woodland, farmland and fishing lakes, this is the perfect luxurious retreat for those looking to escape to the country. It also features a family of peacocks, rare breed chickens and flock of sheep. Hartley Mauditt enjoys exceptionally beautiful surroundings and outstanding walks, pubs and is considered a natural playground for ramblers, cyclists and nature enthusiasts alike. Whilst in this idyllic countryside location, Hartley Wine Estate is close to excellent shops, restaurants and major transport links.

The thriving market town of Alton just 2.6 miles away with a delightful mix of historic buildings, modern shops and well known for its weekly markets. The village of Chawton, famously the home of Jane Austen is nearby. The Watercress Line steam railway goes from Alton, trundling through pleasant countyside through the village of Ropley and on to Alresford. Nearby in sleepy Selborne you can walk up the famous zig-zag pathway, enjoy the views and explore the hangers, or visit Gilbert White’s House and The Oates Collection. This hidden gem was home to naturalist Gilbert White, author of `The Natural History of Selborne’ and boasts a wonderful 20-acre garden. You can also enjoy a walk through the Lavender Fields at Hartley Park Farm, explore Alice Holt Forest or slightly further afield Goodwood House and Racecourse in Chichester, Petersfield Heath with boating lake, ducks, playground and café, Petworth Park and Marwell Zoo in Winchester.
This property can be booked together with Hartley Wine Estate’s Oast House (UK37283) and Hot Tub Retreat (UK37285) to accommodate up to 6 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.

In the picturesque Welsh Village of Caersws, The Old Moat Lane Station is a lovingly renovated former agricultural building, now available to rent as a self-catering property for up to ten guests. Boasting high ceilings, a spacious courtyard and garden, and ultra-modern amenities throughout, The Old Moat Lane Station is the perfect holiday cottage for families, pairs of couples, and any other group looking to take in the rugged beauty of this part of Mid Wales. The Old Moat Lane Station is a handsome contemporary property which enjoys rural views throughout.
The main living space is an open plan living room with high ceilings, soft furniture, and a pleasing contemporary décor, where guests often tend to congregate in front of the Netflix-enabled Smart TV or peer out of folding doors onto the outdoor patio space. Like the kitchen, this space benefits from underfloor heating throughout. On the same level, the kitchen is kitted out with everything you need to prepare meals for the loved ones who you are sharing the house with, as well as a Smart TV and your own coffee machine, plus a dishwasher. The dining area is also integrated in this large open space, to enjoy meals, or a great spot to share a few beers and relax at the end of the day. On the same floor the cottage benefits from a double bedroom, with a double bed. There is also a wet room next door with underfloor heating. The remaining four bedrooms are located on the first floor, a double room with two single beds and Smart TV with the family bathroom next door and an ultra-lush slipper bathtub. The second bedroom being the master with king size bed, and en-suite featuring a walk-in rain shower. The remaining two bedrooms are doubles both with double beds, one with an en-suite shower room. All four bedrooms, benefit from tons of natural light giving an airy feel with fantastic views of the countryside. Outside a spacious lawn is great for romping around, plus a patio with garden furniture for enjoying a glass of wine, and a BBQ or simply watching the sun set over the distant hills.
With uninterrupted rolling greenery stretching into the distance, this is a dreamy spot to spend downtime alone or with friends and family. Popular with families and friends, older parties and younger pairs of couples, this is a versatile house which is well equipped to cater for keen ramblers hoping to explore the Welsh hills, families hoping to enjoy some relaxation and downtime and explore the surrounding areas. You are just down the road from the owner’s farm Porth Farm. Porth Farm is a picturesque Farm with a Sunflower area, Maize Maze, a farm walk, and a PYO Pumpkin field which is open in October. This is a great way to occupy the children and see how a real farm operates. The owners have big plans to expand and create a farm shop and café for guests to visit coming soon…
Situated on the banks of the Severn between Llanidloes and Newtown, Caersws is the perfect location to stay and explore mid Wales from Powysland Museum in Welshpool to Treasure trails, scenic rail tours, castles, and many cycle routes there is so much to see and do. There is a village pub, supermarket, local shops and takeaway restaurants all within proximity. Choose to stay at The old Moat Lane Station and enjoy all that this part of mid Wales has to offer.