ID: S377005
Downton Lodge is a characterful cottage appreciated for its rustic charm, spaciousness, and well-equipped kitchen. The heated pool is a highlight, and the location is ideal for exploring the New Forest. Guests find the property comfortable and the hosts helpful, though some noted areas for improvement in maintenance and cleanliness.
Mixed feedback on cleanliness, with some guests finding the property well-kept while others noted issues with cleaning thoroughness and leftover items from previous occupants. The inconsistency suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the New Forest and the coast, making it an excellent base for exploration and enjoying the local area.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with a spacious layout and comfy beds. However, some guests mentioned issues with bed quality and furniture, indicating that comfort levels may vary.
Facilities like the pool and well-stocked kitchen are well-received, but some guests reported maintenance issues with the shower, outdoor furniture, and lack of a washing machine. The Aga cooker is a unique feature that some guests enjoyed.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored based on the provided reviews.
Resting on the edges of the New Forest National Park, on the outskirts of Hordle in Lymington, Hampshire, is this superb characterful Grade II listed cottage, Downton Lodge. Set over two floors and sleeping up to six guests, Downton Lodge is a fantastic setting filled with character for a family getaway to Hampshire, enjoying easy access to the beaches of Milford on Sea, Highcliff and the beautiful town of Lymington. Arrive at the property and take advantage of the ample parking, available on the private driveway or in the garage, before stepping into the entrance hall to discard any coats and shoes after your journey. Look forward to whipping up delicious home-cooked meals for your guests in the spacious kitchen/diner, which features a gas AGA and handy dishwasher, as your guests set the table and uncork a bottle of wine ready to tuck-in to the fruits of your labour. After a hearty meal, retreat on the wooden floorboards to the light and airy sitting room, where you can kick-back and relax on the sofa in front of your favourite film on the TV. Completing the ground-floor is a homely cloakroom, perfect for a quick freshen up before setting out for the day. When sleep calls, climb the stairs to the first floor where you can retire to one of three well-presented bedrooms, a double with en-suite bathroom, another double and a twin, all ideal for catching your rest. Wake-up and indulge in a hot soak in the bath, before joining your guests in one of two outdoor seating areas to savour an alfresco breakfast followed by a dip in the owner’s outdoor swimming pool nearby. Venture out into the local village, where you will find a small selection of amenities, including a well-stocked convenience store where you can pick up any essentials, a welcoming pub which serves tasty meals and local ales, ideal for those evenings where you don’t feel like cooking, and the picturesque Hordle Lakes, perfect for enjoying a walk or for fishing. Nearby, is the town of New Milton, where you will find the Forest Arts Centre which offers live performances and workshops and the interesting Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum, where you can view the former champions extensive selection of bikes, followed by a coffee in the café or a browse in the craft shops. Just a little further is the charming market town of Lymington, home to the Lymington Sea Water Swimming Baths, art galleries, the St Barbe Museum, and the scenic Buckland Rings. If you can tear yourself away, be sure to visit the town of Christchurch, well-known for its impressive Christchurch Castle ruins and the accompanying 12th century Norman House which rests alongside. Making for a memorable day out, head to the Red House Museum and Gardens which is set in an 18th-century workshops where you can peruse art exhibits, attend events and tour the gardens or make a splash with the kids at the Quomps Splashpark which has plenty of activities the family can enjoy. Short 2 and a half mile walk to the beach, Milford on sea. For an unforgettable stay in Hampshire, choose Downton Lodge.
Idyllically perched next to the New Forest National Park, is the village of Hordle, where you will find a well-stocked convenience shop, a park, a welcoming pub serving food, a fishing lake and a lush park, perfect for a picnic. Ideally located for exploring the beautiful surrounding areas, including the nearby town of New Milton, which is home to the interesting Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museums, which holds the former champions extensive collection of bikes.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with games area.
Gas central heating.
Gas AGA and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars (1x in the garage and 1x on the gravel by back door) any additional parking is on woodcock lane first come first serve.
Front courtyard with furniture, rear garden with furniture and access to owner's swimming pool.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 1.4 miles.
Note: Swimming pool is available from May half term to mid September between 9 am and 5pm Monday to Friday, Note: Close to the property there are several lakes for fishing.
Note: This property is strictly Thursday to Thursday bookings during the summer.
Jacqueline
Despite this, we rarely saw anyone at the main house. As it is a listed building, it is tired in places, like many buildings of this age, but anywhere that truly matters is great. Modern bathrooms with powerful showers, beautiful master bedroom (please owner include photos on your listing), and fantastic pool. Also we were initially put off from booking as the photographed lounge furniture looked uncomfortable, however although basically decorated, the lounge also has traditional armchairs and a 2 seater sofa which were perfectly adequate. We also found the beds we used to be very comfortable but I understand this is very subjective. All in all we had a great stay considering the very competitive price we paid for a school holiday break.
Anne
.. the table outside was hardly standing, the chairs were crooked. The equipement of the kitchen is not great either, not even a peeler, ... no washing machine! it was very disappointing!
Helen
Had an issue with items left in the property from before we stayed set of keys, used tissues, what has upset us the most was we found in the bed my son slept in was under the fitted sheet the top of a diabetic insulin needle top. Luckily I found it as if he did he could have touched the end where a needle was exposed and pricked himself. He then didnt want to saleep in the bed the rest of the holiday. Bare in mind we paid extra for cleaning once we left to be able to bring an extra dog whick i had absolute no issues with at all but seeing the cleaning isnt thorough its abit of a waste paying extra. Be an idea to speak or change who they ise to clean the property Overall place was nice pool lovely.
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