Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool.
3 bedroom newly refurbished chalet in Matchams, Christchurch. Private fenced garden with patio. There is a pool on site parking for 2 cars. Lake and picnic area attached to site. Nearest beach is about 10 minutes in the car. Christchurch is 10 minute drive away. Local shop is 5 minutes and is open quite late. The site is quiet and friendly. If you prefer to be alone you can be. All residents on site live there, and will always give you advice if required. We have a patio area with table and chairs and a gas bar be q a car is needed for this property. PLEASE NOTE ELECTRIC Is Via A COIN METER £1 Or £2 coins.
£50 SUPPLEMENT FOR UNDER SEVEN NIGHTS Beds are made up ready for arrival. We do not supply towels. School summer holidays minimumstay 7 nights.
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ringwood
Located in Ringwood, this chalet is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour.
Bournemouth Adventure Wonderland and Littledown Sports Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
Bournemouth International Centre - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
Bournemouth Station - 12 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
The Bunker Cafe Bar - 6 min drive
Avon Heath Cafe - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
The Curlew - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool.?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool. on 1 May 2026 start from AU$229, 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.
Is Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Chalet on small peaceful site with shared heated outdoor pool. located?
Situated in a rural location, this chalet is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Avon Heath Country Park and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Bournemouth Adventure Wonderland. Parley Manor and Moors Valley Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Really great location for both access to the new forest and most south coast seaside towns. Lovely quiet site , friendly welcome, well equipped accommodation.
Heather C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind comments. Hopefully we may see you again.
Also recommendations to your family and friends would be most welcome
Thank you
Very good nice and quiet you do have to travel to see places
David K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2024
It is stated that a car is required at the chalet.
But it is quite central for ringwood christchurch etc. Christchurch being approx 15 minutes away.
Glad you enjoyed your stay
We had such a lovely stay here exploring Dorset and the New Forest and the chalet was a nice, quiet retreat to come back to at the end of the day! We'll be back to explore more I'm sure
Pete R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank you for your kind comments. We try to please our guests.
Visited Beaulieu, Peppa Pig World and the surrounding forests - lovely warm, quiet and well-equipped space. Will be staying again and recommending to friends
Patrick W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
So glad you enjoyed yourselves despite the weather.
Verified
8/10 Good
Wendy T.
13 Mar 2019
Quiet and peaceful break. Plenty to do in the area
Communication with property owner and house keeper were smooth and responsive.
A lovely quiet setting - perfect for family plus grandparents getaway. Great sunny bbq dining area.
Abigail G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that everything went smoothly.
Excellent -easy process to book and lots of communication leading up to our stay from both VRB and the owner. Beautiful peaceful property and easy to find.
Kathryn F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay
A very nice relaxing stay at a well appointed chalet. Couple of issues sorted out very quickly by housekeeper and owner. A lovely area to explore and peaceful.
Loved it. So comfortable, spacious, home from home (although I hadn't seen that you needed to bring your own towels). The ppool was amazing, the children loved it. Excellent and would recommend x
Gemma L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased you enjoyed your holiday.
Fabulous property with more than home from home feel with everything you can think of and more , spotless throughout and the smell of fresh bedding throughout the chalet , light and airy and three bedrooms with master leading out to side garden through patio doors ,where there is seating and table also barbecue and stove outside , and right out the front of the property is a well maintained outdoor pool , whenever we need to stay down south again we will definitely be booking this holiday let , .
Graham S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely comments. So pleased we have got it right.
Helpful owner, clean, good WiFi, everything we needed. Quiet area...apart from a yappy dog in one of the other chalets but nothing the owner could do there. Maybe a fan for
Dermot C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Lucie N.
27 Feb 2017
It is nice chalet. My little family enjoyed our stay. Only the cooker and extractor fan need renew.
It was very nice holiday. We enjoyed it very much. Only the cooker and extractor fan not work properly and the electric meter is on £1 coins which goes very fast for just normal use.
Lucie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We have done a lot of renovation at the chalet. The cooker is fully workable but are looking to replace at sometime.
Your visit was in February so it is quite cold and the heating needs to be on more.
In warmer times of the year the heaters are not used.
Beautiful chalet, larger than expected with the pool right outside the door. Photo’s don’t do it justice.
Vicky S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Margriet T.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
A quiet week in a spacoius chalet after an unpleasant start
The limited space has been used well in the chalet, making it feel quite spacious. Right in front of the door is the swimming pool, which the children immediately wanted to use.
Before settling in, it was necessary to clean first, as it was really too dirty to stay. This was very disappointing to us and we immediately reported it to the owner.
The "camping" is a collection of chalets around an outdoor swimming pool. We had expected more families with children when we chose a camping during holiday time, but outside the weekend there was hardly anyone present. This allowed us to use the swimming pool privately, but we had been expecting more company for the children.
Although there are beds for 6 people, there is room to eat with 4 people.
After the unpleasant start, we had a nice, quiet week in the holiday home.
Nos enfants ont beaucoup apprécié la piscine. L'endroit est calme et les voisins très respectueux. La terrasse est spacieuse et orientée sud. Il y a un barbecue au gaz et quelques chaises supplémentaires pour inviter des amis à l'extérieur. La mer n'est pas très loin. On a passé des bons moments en famille.
Jonathan P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
26 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
No se informó que debía pagar la luz diariamente con una máquina que solo aceptaba monedas.
Una pena la puntuación pero es lo correcto. El lodge y el lugar donde se encuentra fenomenal pero el hecho de que tuviera que pagar la luz diariamente hace que no lo recomiende y no considero correcto que no venga la información en la web. Encima la máquina solo aceptaba monedas de 1 o 2 pounds, con el problema añadido que al ser festivos era muy complicado conseguir monedas. Ningún negocio abierto a menos de 4 km, sin coche y lloviendo. Teniendo en cuenta las bajas temperaturas y necesitaba calefacción, gasté cada día 6 libras y dos veces hubo que reponer monedas dado que de madrugada me quedaba sin luz.
‘My Dream’ chalet was lovely, clean, spacious and in a very peaceful location. Swimming pool would have been lovely right outside the door, but not open for the time of year we were there.
Disappointed with no WiFi even though it’s listed as being in place.
Also missing from listing is the need for £1/£2 coins for electric meter (bit in 5 nights we only used £3 worth. )
It’s certainly a place I would stay again, and was perfect for touring the area.
Sharon R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Pauline Francombe
John and I (Pauline) purchased the chalet last summer. We were out for the day not intending to buy. We live in Bristol but it has always been my dream to have a holiday home in the New Forest, and eventually retire to that area. We have spent many wonderful times in the New Forest recently and in the past when our boys were young. It is such a relaxing place to be and we always feel de-stressed when we are there. We had a few weekends down there in 2009 with friends. The site is small, quiet and in an excellent spot. We live and work in Bristol, so it is a great Bolt hole the peace and quiet is wonderful.
Why they chose this property
The area is so peaceful and beautiful. We are very close to Christchurch and surrounding beaches. It is a small and friendly site. We live is Bristol where the pace of life is very fast, going to the New Forest for a break is lovely and easy for us to get to, no motorway and it takes maximum of 2 hours. We work very hard while at home John runs a butchery department in a farm shop and I work for City of Bristol College. We just like peace and quiet with nice walks, good food and company while we are away.
What makes this property unique
Total peace and quiet. We now have grandchildren, who just love the chalet as much as we do. My young grandson calls it the shadow, he could not pronounce chalet when tiny and the shadow has always stuck.