Guests say
Lavender Lea is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in a tranquil setting, ideal for relaxing breaks and exploring the New Forest and surrounding attractions. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and beautiful gardens, with the added bonus of a nearby tea room and plant centre. The property is particularly suitable for those with mobility needs, being all on one level. While some guests noted the duvets were too warm for summer and suggested minor improvements, the overall experience is highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotlessly clean and very well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests highlight the excellent, peaceful location close to the New Forest and local attractions, with convenient access to nearby towns. Some mention minor road noise, but it is not considered intrusive.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable, cosy, and spacious. Some guests found the duvets too heavy for summer and suggested mattress upgrades, but overall comfort is rated highly.
Reviews praise the well-equipped kitchen, en suite bedrooms, and pleasant indoor and outdoor spaces. The gardens, tea room, and plant centre are appreciated extras. Minor suggestions include lighter duvets and more towel hooks.
Guests mention thoughtful touches such as extras on arrival and the provision of fans during hot weather. While some guests received these gestures, please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Garden enthusiasts will enjoy this delightful property, adjacent to a 3-acre cottage garden, accessible to Lavender Lea guests free of charge.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Central heating (£40 per week February, March, October November and December), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Small garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: No babies or children under 8 years old.. This single storey holiday lodge is situated in its own private garden overlooking the 3-acre cottage garden. The garden is accessible to guests of Lavender Lea free of charge during the opening hours of 10am-4.30pm Wed-Sat. There is also a family-run tearoom on-site serving delicious homemade cakes, cream teas and light lunches. There are buzzards, red kites, pheasants and plenty of wild birds which feed from the flower seed heads throughout the year. The setting offers beautiful and tranquil scenery, ideal for relaxing with a book and a glass of wine or cup of coffee.
This is an ideal area for walking/cycling and sightseeing. Lavender Lea is within 1 mile of the New Forest with acres of heath and woodlands and famous for its free roaming ponies, cattle, donkeys and foraging boar. The ancient city of Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, 12 miles. Southampton with its fantastic West Quay shopping mall and leisure complex also offers easy access to the Isle of Wight. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
There is a £40 fuel supplement payable for February, March, October, November and December, payable to the owner on arrival.
No children under 8 years old.
Nearby points of interest
- Peppa Pig World
- Salisbury Museum
- SeaCity Museum
- Southampton City Art Gallery
- Solent Sky Museum
- Army Flying Museum
- Marwell Zoo
- South Downs Way
- Winchester City Mill
- Winchester Castle
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely well equipped cottage with beautiful gardens - the Tea Shop and Plant Centre were excellent.
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Margaret Winter
Loved our stay here perfect location loved the garden next door and tea room it was very hot so could not do much but would book again when cooler they provided 2fans two keep us cool
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Stuart Muncy
This was a very comfortable, well equipped cottage, set amongst attractive and pleasant gardens. A good location convenient for Romsey, Winchester and Salisbury and, of course, with the New Forest on the doorstep.