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The Bothy

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ID: S4259

Bedrooms 1
・Sleeps 2
・Pets No

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

The Bothy in Lymington is a well-received cottage offering a peaceful retreat with a cosy wood burner, surrounded by wildlife and scenic views. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful owners, the property's cleanliness, and its convenient location for exploring the New Forest. The cottage's comfort and thoughtful touches, such as the owners lighting the wood burner, contribute to a pleasant stay, although minor suggestions for improvements are noted.

Cleanliness

Guests consistently describe the cottage as clean and tidy, with only one minor remark about toothpaste marks and a sticky glass. The overall high standard of cleanliness is evident in the reviews.

Location

The location is praised for its quietness, proximity to the New Forest, and wildlife sightings. However, one guest noted the unsafe walking conditions on a nearby busy road without a footpath, slightly impacting the score.

Comfort

The Bothy is frequently described as cosy, comfortable, and well-equipped, with a wood burner adding to the ambience. A few guests mentioned the bed's softness as a drawback, which slightly lowers the score.

Facilities

Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a new fridge and dishwasher. However, there were issues with hot water and a suggestion for additional kitchen utensils, indicating room for improvement in maintenance.

Thoughtfulness

Many reviews highlight the owners' thoughtfulness, such as lighting the wood burner and providing tea and mince pies. While gifts are warmly mentioned, they are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

A detached, timber-clad cottage situated in the pretty grounds of the owner's home on the outskirts of the village of Boldre, in the beautiful New Forest National Park. This quaint New Forest cottage provides a cosy and comfortable holiday base for couples looking to explore the lovely surrounding area. There is a king-size double bedroom complete with an en-suite shower room, and this cottage in Boldre also has a light, open plan living area with a warming woodburner for chilly evenings. Outside, this New Forest cottage benefits from a private garden with a sun trap patio offering charming country views towards the owner's orchard and the distant fields. A short drive will take you deep into the forest glades, perfect for romantic walks and bike rides as you can often spot wild ponies and deer grazing in this idyllic setting. Take a trip into the nearby market town of Lymington where you can browse the diverse range of shops, treat yourself at one of the numerous restaurants or catch a ferry for a day trip to the Isle of Wight. Within an easy drive of this New Forest cottage you can visit the award-winning National Motor Museum at Beaulieu and the stunning Exbury Gardens. This charming Boldre cottage offers a comfortable base, perfect for a relaxing peaceful holiday in the New Forest. (Property can be booked alongside Orchard Annexe ref 25383).

The small village of Boldre is situated on the edge of the New Forest National Park, close to the Georgian harbour town of Lymington to the south and the bustling forest town of Brockenhurst to the north.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

One king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.

Electric storage heaters with woodburner.

Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge (no ice box), washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, selection of books and games.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off road parking for 1 car.

Lawned front garden with patio and furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 1 mile, pub 0.8 miles.

Note: No children.

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