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MATT D.
12 July 2025
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MATT D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Bring your furry friendsTop rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
- Discover nearby landmarksNear New Forest National Park
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Internet access
Explore the area
Lymington, England
- New Forest National ParkPlace, New Forest National Park1 min walk
- Lymington Pier Ferry PortPlace, Lymington Pier Ferry Port8 min drive
- Bournemouth BeachPlace, Bournemouth Beach59 min drive
- Southampton (SOU)Airport, Southampton (SOU)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea
Keepings is a 350 year old thatched cottage that sides onto a quiet lane in the hamlet of Norleywood - an area of outstanding natural beauty within the New Forest National Park. The sea is a 40 min stroll across a footpath and the forest is at your door - close to Lymington for restaurants and shops and 3 miles from the famous Beaulieu Motor Museum. Dog friendly - for a cosy cottage holiday with many forest and coastal walks striking distance from the door staying in a peaceful hamlet with a pub walking distance - Keepings hits the spot.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Dogs not to be left in the cottage un attended
Dogs not allowed on sofa or bed
Important information
You need to know
Property # 11811144
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Lymington
Lymington is home to this cottage. Beaulieu National Motor Museum and Palace House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Southampton Cruise Terminal and Lymington Pier Ferry Port. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Civic Centre or St. Mary's Stadium.
Lymington, England
What's nearby
- New Forest National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
- Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 36 min drive - 36.4 km
- Bournemouth Beach - 59 min drive - 41.9 km
Getting around
- Lymington Pier Station - 7 min drive
- Southampton (SOU) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Turfcutters Arms - 6 min drive
- Monkey Brewhouse - 7 min drive
- Coffee Monger's - 8 min drive
- Solento Lounge - 6 min drive
- Tudor Bar - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful 350 Year Old New Forest Thatched Cottage - Near The Sea located?
Situated in Lymington, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lymington Pier Ferry Port and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from New Forest National Park. JW Day Spa and Beauty is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much and you were all such a pleasure to host x
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
2 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in wonderful location for walks from the door. Very dog friendly with super enclosed garden. Host incredibly helpful but not intrusive. Fantastic holiday for couples and upto 2 dogs. Everything you could need to self cater. Wonderful welcome pack and goodies.
Michelle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you so much x
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