Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Barbecue. Two electric vehicle charging points on-site (with charge assist). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This recent barn conversion offers a real country charm and is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend and escape to the country. It is an idyllic base from which to explore this stunning part of the New Forest and Dorset. All the accommodation - Larch Cottage (ref UK36198) Ash Hill (ref UK36199), Homewood (ref UK36205) and Sika Cottage (UK36194) adjoin one another and can be booked together to accommodate 20 guests, with the owners’ permission. All the properties have polished concrete floors with rugs and are furnished using natural woods of differing origins; each property has a stunning feature glass staircase. All the cottages have their own enclosed area with firepit and barbecue with outside seating. There is also a pizza oven shared between the four properties and can be booked on request.
Ash Hill has wonderful views overlooking the woods and you can clearly see the tower of Fordingbridge’s 12th century church in the distance. There is also a rustic play area for children and freshly laid eggs daily from the on-site chickens! For guests who may wish to bring a horse, the owners offer a stabling option by prior arrangement.
For those that like the outdoor lifestyle this will make the ideal retreat; there is on-site archery, axe throwing and fishing in the River Avon (licence required). Nearby there is horse riding, the New Forest Water Park, for kayaking and other water sports. For those bringing dogs, there are plenty of excellent walk, many of which offer great bird and wildlife spotting.
Places to visit include Alderholt Mill, which has a working watermill open to visitors and offers cream teas at the weekend during the summer, and Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, which has Go Ape, orienteering, cycle hire, golf, forest Segway, walking groups, canoeing, petanque and craft making. Other places of interest include Beaulieu Motor Museum, Marwell Zoo, Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World, Adventure Wonderland, Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum, New Forest Wildlife Park and maritime Southampton.
All cottages have super-fast full fibre broadband Wi-Fi and access to electric car chargers. Beach 15 miles. Shop on-site, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 32 guests.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
The super-fast full fibre broadband WiFi has a download speed of 90. Electric car charging by arrangement with owner.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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About the area
Fordingbridge
Located in Fordingbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. New Forest National Park and Moors Valley Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ringwood Health and Leisure and Cranborne Manor. Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre and Downton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 13 min drive
Altrullo - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
The Elm Tree - 14 min drive
Avon Heath Cafe - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. on 11 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,066, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Fordingbridge Town Hall and 2.5 mi (4 km) from New Forest National Park. Fordingbridge Library and Fordingbridge Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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