Snaptrip says
The Bothy in Hampshire offers a cosy and comfortable stay with a warm welcome from the owners, Bill and Valerie. Guests frequently mention the delightful log fire, the property's peacefulness, and the presence of wildlife. The location is praised for its proximity to the New Forest and local attractions. Some guests noted the lack of a footpath on the busy road outside and the absence of WiFi, but these were minor points in otherwise glowing reviews.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews consistently describe The Bothy as clean and well-maintained, with only a single mention of minor cleanliness issues. The overwhelming majority of guests found the property to be in excellent condition.
The location is highly regarded for its privacy, proximity to the New Forest, and scenic views. However, some guests expressed concerns about the busy road without a footpath, which slightly impacted the score.
Guests frequently praise the comfort of The Bothy, mentioning the cosy log fire and the warm welcome. The property is described as homely and comfortable, contributing to a restful stay.
The Bothy is well-equipped for a comfortable stay, though some guests noted the absence of WiFi and suggested minor additions to the kitchen utensils. The daily lighting of the log burner by the owners was highly appreciated.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident in their attentive service, such as lighting the log burner and offering a warm welcome. While some guests mentioned receiving gifts like mince pies, it is important to note that such gestures, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
A detached, timber-clad cottage situated in the pretty grounds of the owner's home on the outskirts of the village of Boldre, in the beautiful New Forest National Park. This quaint New Forest cottage provides a cosy and comfortable holiday base for couples looking to explore the lovely surrounding area. There is a king-size double bedroom complete with an en-suite shower room, and this cottage in Boldre also has a light, open plan living area with a warming woodburner for chilly evenings. Outside, this New Forest cottage benefits from a private garden with a sun trap patio offering charming country views towards the owner's orchard and the distant fields. A short drive will take you deep into the forest glades, perfect for romantic walks and bike rides as you can often spot wild ponies and deer grazing in this idyllic setting. Take a trip into the nearby market town of Lymington where you can browse the diverse range of shops, treat yourself at one of the numerous restaurants or catch a ferry for a day trip to the Isle of Wight. Within an easy drive of this New Forest cottage you can visit the award-winning National Motor Museum at Beaulieu and the stunning Exbury Gardens. This charming Boldre cottage offers a comfortable base, perfect for a relaxing peaceful holiday in the New Forest. (Property can be booked alongside Orchard Annexe ref 25383).
The small village of Boldre is situated on the edge of the New Forest National Park, close to the Georgian harbour town of Lymington to the south and the bustling forest town of Brockenhurst to the north.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Electric storage heaters with woodburner.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge (no ice box), washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, selection of books and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Lawned front garden with patio and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub 0.8 miles.
Note: No children.
Nearby points of interest
- Sammy Miller Museum
- Red House Museum and Gardens
- Solent Sky Museum
- SeaCity Museum
- Southampton City Art Gallery
- Peppa Pig World
- Adventure Wonderland
- Bournemouth Aviation Museum
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
Reviews (62)
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Lesley
It was a lovely surprise that there was a new fridge with an ice box and this made things a lot easier, especially helpful in the summer when ice blocks are handy to take food out for the day. Also I didn't realise there was a dishwasher, I did check the details prior to travelling and this wasn't noted. I feel this is a very useful item and should be added to description. Our only criticism is the bed, we had hoped it was better but in fact it is worse. It definitely needs replacing and my husband had to revert to the settee for a couple of nights! Bill and Valerie are lovely hosts and made us very welcome, with Bill lighting the fire everyday and we love the cosiness of the cottage. If the bed was changed we would have given 5â all round!
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Cathy
The property was clean and tidy and had everything we needed. The owners were friendly but unobtrusive. They let us know they were there should we need them. Bob was brilliant in preparing the wood burner for us every day as we had never done that before. The only downside was the mattress - it was too soft for us.
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Ann
Therefore, it was unsafe to walk to anything close by, which is what we like to do.