New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions
This delightful, 3 bedroom cottage is nestled just off the beaten track in a pretty, enclosed garden, and only a short stroll to the centre of the village of Burley, in the heart of the New Forest.
Newly renovated, the cottage offers high quality, comfortable accommodation for couples, families or larger groups of 8 or up to 14 when booked together with its neighbouring cottage which also sleeps 6 and the Hayloft which sleeps 2.
The cottage is fully kitted out with handmade mattresses, sumptuous toppers, unlimited fibre Wifi, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD player, Sonos music system, linens and towels supplied, underfloor heating in the kitchen and conservatory, woodburner, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, hairdryer in each bedroom, BBQ, solid oak floors throughout, garden with terrace, use of shed for storage of bikes.
First floor comprises, master bedroom with king size bed and views over the garden and paddock beyond. A twin bedroom with two full size beds and bathroom with shower and double ended claw foot bath. The third bedroom is on the ground floor again with a king size bed and separate toilet close by.
Cosy lounge with woodburner, fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, snug and conservatory with underfloor heating. Outside entertaining areas are perfect sun traps with a lower terrace leading up a couple of steps to the lawn and outside dining area.
Burley is a perfect location for exploring the beautiful New Forest and fabulous beaches, which are only a short drive away.
Forest trails are only minutes from the cottage taking you on a journey through ancient woodlands, past ponds where ponies gather, through idyllic glades and across the open heaths. There is much to explore and admire here.
The village has several traditional pubs and tea rooms, a cider farm, fine dining restaurant and spa treatment rooms, village store, bike hire, riding stable, golf course and fishing lake, along with an array of other quaint shops, all within walking distance.
The market town of Ringwood with its many pubs and eateries is a short drive away, along with tree top trails and lake based water activities.
Take a short drive in any direction and you will discover the Georgian market town of Lymington, with its nature reserve and ferrys to the Isle of Wight; the fabulous coastline and beaches towards Highcliffe Castle; Mudeford with its short ferry journey to the sandspit; Hengistbury Head with its land train; and the Priory town of Chritchurch with its river and boating activities. Alternatively head inland in the other direction along the beautiful Beaulieu river towards the historic village of Bucklers Hard, close to the world famous Beaulieu Motor Museum and Abbey or visit the stunning Exbury Gardens.
A little further afield are Peppa Pig World and Paultons Park or historic Portsmouth with the Jurassic coast an hours drive away.
Bookings high season are weekly Friday to Friday. At other times we offer shorter breaks of Monday to Friday or Friday to Monday. Please enquire with owner.
We regret no pets or smoking, although our neighbouring cottage, Gardeners Retreat ref 8271952 is dog friendly. Both newly renovated cottage offers high quality self-catering accommodation for couples, families or larger groups of 8 or up to 14 when booked together with its neighbouring cottage which also sleeps 6 and the Hayloft which sleeps 2. Please send a message to enquire about these options.
Also included are an ironing board and iron, kitchen essentials and cleaning materials and full basket of logs.
Access is via a single track with parking for two cars.
Events: April: Easter Trails at Longdown Dairy Farm June: Hurst Dubfest IOW festival July: New Forest Show; Cowes week; Lymington Italia Festival; New Forest Folk Festival; Weymouth Seafood Festival August: Bournemouth Air Festival; Mudeford RNLI Fun day; Great Dorset Steam Fair; Burley Fairy Festival; Christchurch Regatta; Powerboat Race (Cowes/Torquay/Cowes) September: Southampton Boat Show; Ringwood Carnival October: Burley Cider Fest; Halloween in Burley; Beaulieu Fireworks; Exbury Ghost Train November: Burley Bonfire; Beaulieu Christmas Fair December: Beaulieu Victorian Christmas; Christmas at Paultons
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ringwood
Located in Ringwood, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Beaulieu National Motor Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World and New Forest Cider are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.
Southampton Cruise Terminal - 31 min drive - 31.2 km
Getting around
Lymington Sway Station - 14 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Hot Box - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
The Lamb Inn - 9 min drive
The Old Station Tea Rooms - 4 min drive
The Elm Tree - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions on 16 Feb 2026 start from AU$287, 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 New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New Forest Cottage, village location, perfect for beaches & attractions located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of New Forest Cider and Burley Park. Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre and Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nicole ensured that myself and my extended family had a wonderful stay at her peaceful property. Nothing was too much trouble we had recommendations of things to do locally too. The house is lovely and we thank you for a wonderful stay!
alicia w.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay.
We enjoyed our stay in Keepers cottage. It was very comfortable and spacious for the 2 of us. The setting was gorgeous but unfortunately the weather wasn’t on our side on this occasion so we will have to return to explore some more 😀
The cottage was absolutely perfect as a base for walks in the New Forest. The host was helpful with information. The bed was comfy, bath was glorious and there wasn’t one thing we would have changed or had any difficulty with. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet, private, luxurious getaway in the New Forest!
This cottage was absolutely lovely , it really is home from home. I was impressed with the equipment in the kitchen was able to prepare a large Christmas Dinner no problem. It was clean, very comfortable beds and everything we needed for our 11 night stay. I was sad to leave England ! Will definitely be back again ! Nicole was a great host!!!
We loved Keepers Cottage. A lovely cottage, furnished to a high quality, nice garden and in a nice village. Burley is a pleasant village handily located within a 20 minute drive from most of the New Forest destinations and larger towns like Ringwood and Christchrch. Our hosts were very easy to deal with and helpful and informative.
My family couldn't have asked for a more comfortable, perfect house to spend a week over Easter to explore Burley and surrounding areas. The property provided everything we needed, and we felt at home immediately. Holiday rentals like this are so greatly appreciated! We had a wonderful week away and can't wait to return. Thank you so much :)
We had a great week in Burley, the cottage is very good.
We have already stayed in there sister cottage next door a couple of years ago,
I can't recommend this property enough.
Family loved staying at this house. It had plenty of space, a lovely garden and great walks nearby. Village also lovely, friendly, with great icecreams!
We loved everything about our stay here. Nicole and Dave have thought of everything to make the cottage as easy to use and as comfy as possible. From the quality of the furniture to the soft towels it felt like a very clean home from home. It’s more spacious than the listing photographs suggest. We took a toddler and it rained a lot so we spent a lot of time indoors but there was plenty of space for her toys as well as for us to have some grown up relaxed space! Burley is a lovely village and is a great place to explore the New Forest and the coast. This really is the nicest holiday rental that we have stayed in, and we will be back.
Emma P.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It really was a real pleasure to meet you and it would be great to welcome you back, Nicole
Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Der Garten war himmlisch und sehr gut gepflegt. Das Haus war ebenfalls sehr sauber und super ausgestattet. Die Vermieterin und Ihr Mann waren sehr nett. Sie haben uns für Regentage sogar noch Spielsachen für unsere Kinder vorbei gebracht.
We loved our stay at Keepers Cottage. The house is cosy and spotless, the garden, pristine! It felt like a home from home and Nicole was at the ready to answer any questions. Will hope to return one day and would recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful stay in the New Forest. The location is perfect, within the popular village of burley but away from the immediate hustle and bustle.
Lucy Henderson H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eleanor S.
11 May 2019
Beautiful cottages in the heart of burley
Our families stayed in Nicole’s two adjoining cottages and barn for my wedding. It was the perfect place to prep with the bridal party and accommodated everyone comfortably!
Because of the facilities available we were able to have dinner with a lot of guests which allowed for us to all spend a great few days as a group.
Nicole was very accommodating and has furnished each of her properties beautifully. Would definitely return to stay in the forest in the future. Only a short drive from other forest villages. 5-stars!
Eleanor S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicola W.
17 Mar 2019
March 2019
Lovely property. Really enjoyed the peaceful location within easy reach of village and forest in all directions. Furnished to very high standard with lots of nice touches and very comfortable bed. Would love to come back again sometime!
Nicola W.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
patrick h.
24 July 2018
Perfect accommodation in perfect location. Wonderful touches throughout cottage. Home from home.
Wonderful location that enabled us to walk from cottage to the village, but also within car distance of the coast. Beautiful garden, space to play games, but also relax.
patrick h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
12 July 2018
Fantastic property, beautiful location
The location of the property was amazing, just a 5 minute walk to the centre of Burley. The property was beautiful and finished to extremely high standards. Perfect for a family stay with a lovely garden, peaceful surroundings and so much to do in the area.
Mark C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Christine N.
18 Apr 2018
Fantastic cottage, very comfortable, cosy,tastefully decorated and well equipped in perfect location
Keepers Cottage is a very pretty cottage set in a lovely garden which was full of spring flowers. Unfortunately the weather prevented us making the most of it! Indoors we were very comfortable. The central hallway gives the cottage a spacious feel and the conservatory was the ideal play space for the children. The dining kitchen was ideal for us and it had everything we could possibly need. The fittings and furnishings are of a very high standard throughout. The owners were very helpful and responded very quickly to our emails and additional requests. The location is perfect for exploring the New Forest and further afield (eg. 45 mins to Portsmouth). If there had been a second bath or shower room, rather than just a second toilet, we would have given it five stars. But overall it was one of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in (and we've stayed in lots!) and we would highly recommend it.
Christine N.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you very much for your lovely review of the cottage, it was fabulous to hear that this is one of the best cottages you have ever stayed in.
I am of course very disappointed that you felt it right to reduce the star rating even though you indicate the cottage was everything we advertised and more, as we are quite clear in our details that the cottage has one bathroom and an additional ground floor toilet, unfortunately this is something we are unable to change with the property.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
1 Apr 2018
Fantastic!
We have loved staying in your wonderful cottage. You have thought of everything! It made a stay with two toddlers very easy. The garden was also perfect and we were even able to sit and enjoy some sun.
The shop in Burley was great and stocked everything we needed. If you have children we would recommend a trip to Farmer Palmers (a fantastic place for kids) and Weymouth; our children loved them. Thank you also for the fabulous welcome treats.
Mark M.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you for your lovely review, I am so pleased you had a lovely week and hope to welcome you to the cottage again soon, Nicole
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marta V.
13 Jan 2018
Fantastic
Fantastic cottage, extremely comfortable and warm. Very well and teastfully decorated.
Marta V.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
About the host
Hosted by Nicole
We moved to Burley 25 years ago and fell in love with the unique beauty of the area and New Forest life style, which coupled with the close proximity to some of the best beaches and coastline the South coast has to offer makes it the perfect location for relaxation and recreational pursuits. It was the most wonderful area in which to bring up our daughter and we feel very spolit to have lived in such a superb location yet less than 2 hours from London.
Why they chose this property
Keepers Cottage was originally built at the turn of the last century for the housekeeper of Shappen House. When an opportunity arose to purchase the cottage we were wowed by its superb location, central to the village yet tucked away from the everyday hustle and bustle, so peaceful but not remote. We were lucky enough to secure the neighbouring Gardeners cottage too and so set about restoring the cottage to a wonderful Forest home for family and guests to experience the lifestyle we have so enjoyed.