Luxury 5* Cottage | New Forest | Family | Friends

The Hayloft at High Forest Cottages is a stylish two-bedroom, two-bathroom retreat in the New Forest, accommodating up to eight guests and two dogs. Perfect for couples, families, or friends, it offers easy access to scenic forest walks and charming villages. After a day of exploring, unwind in the spacious kitchen while preparing meals, enjoy leisurely dinners around the large dining table, and relax by the cozy fire. A perfect countryside getaway awaits!

Nestled in the ancient North Ridge of The New Forest National Park, The Hayloft at High Forest Cottages provides a peaceful hideway to relax and enjoy the unique beauty of the forest.

Situated within the forest boundary, inside the cattle grid areas, our regular visitors include the famous ponies and cattle that make the forest such a stunning wildlife environment. Whilst deer are a rare sight, we often welcome a small herd into the paddocks to enjoy some free grazing!

The Hayloft is a beautifully decorated and furnished two bedroom cottage, with its own large sunny and private enclosed garden and gorgeous views across the forest beyond.

The beautiful and spacious open plan living area is perfect for family and friends to relax. Heated by underfloor heating with the addition of a log burner, ensures it is cosy whatever the weather. A basket of wood and kindling is provided for you and you can top this up from the log store throughout your stay. One of the sofas turns into an extra double bed with storage underneath for bedding. The large Smart TV is connected to the WiFi so you can log in to your own Netflix and Amazon accounts.

The kitchen is well-equipped and you can easily cook a Sunday roast if you fancy. There are plenty of pans and dishes, an oven with grill and electric hob. The large fridge/freezer, plenty of storage space and the dishwasher give you that home from home feeling. Dishwasher tablets as well as washing up liquid and tea towels are available for your use. Milk, tea, sugar and ground coffee together with a cafetiere are provided so you can settle in as soon as you arrive. The dining table with seating for eight will facilitate those all important dinner conversations.

Both bedrooms feature a comfortable super king sized bed, which you can choose to have made up as two single beds if required. Additionally each bedroom has a single pull out bed for extra flexibility. All beds are made up with luxury cotton sheets, a 10 tog microfibre duvet and two microfibre pillows per person. Both rooms have an open wardrobe with hanging space and shelves, a mirror and hair dryer.

The large upstairs family bathroom has a bath with shower over, sink with mirror over and toilet. The downstairs shower room features a large walk in shower, sink with mirror over and toilet. Lovely fluffy white towels and face cloths are provided for your stay.

A lovely large patio garden, enclosed by a 4ft high fence and hedge is the perfect spot for a morning coffee or a lazy afternoon. In the evenings you can light the BBQ for some alfresco dining and the outside lighting extends your evenings after sunset. Parking for two cars is available next to The Hayloft and further parking is available if needed. The shared laundry with washing machine and dryer is available should you need it.

Having twins ourselves we understand how a few extra touches can make travelling a lot easier. We can provide travel cots, high chairs, a baby bath and bottle steriliser for you. There is a stair gate at the top of the stairs, a baby monitor as well as some toys, books and games. In the kitchen you will find plastic plates, cups and cutlery. If there is anything else we can provide please do ask.

The Hayloft is self-contained and on one side attached to our other cottage (Stable Cottage). It has a private garden with seating area and parking for at least three cars. Guests will have access to a shared guest laundry with washing machine and dryer. There is a log store to stock your log basket just in case you run out!

Due to the current pandemic we provide a contact free check in through key lock boxes. On the day of arrival we will send the code and location of the key lock box to you. We live on site so will be available if you have any questions.

We would love to welcome you to The Hayloft at High Forest Cottages. We have four cottages in total and welcome larger family or friend groups wishing to use multiple cottages for a special event or annual holiday together.

We are pretty much in the middle of nowhere, with only a small holding as neighbours. Cross the road and you will find open heathland, forested areas, small rivers and plenty of wildlife. There are lovely of paths to explore for an early evening stroll or a proper hike. You can bring your bikes or hire them locally and explore the extensive off road cycle network in the Forest. Road cycling is very popular too and there are regular races held.

There are plenty of dog friendly pubs nearby which serve good food and good local beer. There is a little village shop 2 miles away, and bigger supermarkets a little further away. You are more than welcome to get online shopping delivered after your arrival.

You are most likely driving to the accommodation, although a taxi from Salisbury, Brockenhurst or Southampton stations is an option. A popular option is to cycle from the property, so feel free to bring your bikes. Alternatively, you can hire bikes from a number of locations in and around the forest, and many will deliver to your property. And, of course, there is walking directly from your doorstep, with miles of forest and heath to explore.

There is an additional charge of £25 per stay for upto two dogs. We have often accommodated more than two dogs and please get in touch prior to booking to discuss your pack!

For the enjoyment of all our guests, with and without dogs, we ask you to adhere to the following:

- dogs must never be left unattended, the security deposit is forfeited if found in breach of this;
- in The Hayloft dogs are allowed downstairs only;
- please clean muddy paws after forest walks (please bring your own dog towels);
- please bring your own dog bowls, dog beds etc
- dogs must be toileted outside our gates, dog waste must be bagged and deposited in our black bins;
- dogs under one year must be crated at night;
- dogs must be kept on leads outside of the enclosed garden;
- any damaged caused by your dog will be charged.