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Walkable and wonderful
Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near New Forest National Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Burley, Hampshire, ENG
New Forest National Park
Place, New Forest National Park
1 min walk
New Forest Cider
Place, New Forest Cider
2 min walk
Burley Park
Place, Burley Park
9 min walk
Southampton (SOU)
Airport, Southampton (SOU)
52 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Separate toilet, ground floor
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches
Gardener's Retreat is a gorgeous, luxury 3 bedroom semi-detached cottage nestled just off the beaten track, yet only a short stroll to the centre of the village of Burley, in the heart of the New Forest.
Due to technical difficulties with the Homeaway site, these dates were blocked but are now available.
This newly renovated cottage offers high quality self-catering accommodation for couples, families or larger groups of up to 8, 12 or 14 when booked together with other accomodation in this location - please enquire with owner. Short breaks are available but please enquire with owner for rates as I am unable to show some discounts on this new style website.
The cottages are exceptionally well kitted out with handmade mattresses, sumptuous toppers, luxury linens and towels, unlimited fibre Wifi, Smart TV with Freeview, and access to Netflix, Amazon, Spotify and many other apps, DVD player, Sonos wifi music system, underfloor heating in the kitchen and conservatory, solid oak floors in all other rooms, hairdryer in each bedroom, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, BBQ, terrace and garden furniture. We would be pleased to welcome a well-behaved dog by prior agreement and at extra charge.
First floor comprises, master bedroom with king size bed and views over the garden and fields beyond, dual aspect twin bedroom with two full size ornate metal beds and heritage style bathroom with large 6' built in shower with drench head and double ended bath. The third bedroom is on the ground floor with dual aspect windows and a king size ornate metal bed. A separate toilet is also close by.
Cosy lounge with woodburner, leather chesterfield sofas, large washed oak dining table seating six, fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, conservatory with underfloor heating and views across the garden and fields beyond. Entrance/boot room with space for a dog and ground floor toilet with wash hand basin. The outside entertaining area gives the perfect setting to enjoy the spacious garden, listen to the chorus of birds and watch the sun go down.
We provide an ironing board and iron, kitchen essentials and a full basket of logs. Parking for two standard sized cars - access is narrow. Short breaks available. If you can't see the date combination you are looking for please enquire with owner as this system has limitations. Also I am unable to show discounts for 4/5 night midweek stays, so again please enquire.
Burley is a perfect location for exploring the beautiful New Forest, countryside and beaches. 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, a Manor Hotel offering fine dining options, 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 and on its doorstep are tree top trails and 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 Bucklers Hard and Beaulieu with its famous motor museum or visit the stunning Exbury Gardens.
A little further afield are Peppa Pig World and Paulton Park with the Jurassic coast an hours drive away. Also Stonehenge, Stour Head, Longleat and the Cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury.
Bookings high season are weekly Friday to Friday. At other times we offer shorter breaks of Monday to Friday or Friday to Monday, please ask for more details. Arrival is after 4pm and we ask that you are clear of the property by 10am on the day of departure. Events in the area April: Easter Trails at Longdown Dairy Farm June: Hurst Dubfest 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; start of Pannage - Pigs on the Forest 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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Whilst well behaved dogs are very welcome, we do ask that they are not allowed to go upstairs or on furniture, furnishings, linens or throws.
If dogs go on furnishings or upstairs, guests will receive an extra charge for the extra cleaning required
Important information
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Property # 8271952
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ringwood
Located in Ringwood, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre and Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
The Elm Tree - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
The Rising Sun - 8 min drive
The Burley Inn - 15 min walk
Colin Nash Restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches?
As of 6 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches on 15 February 2027 start from NZ$982, 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 Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury 3 bed Cottage in pretty New Forest Village perfectly located for beaches located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Burley Park and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre. New Forest National Park and Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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The cottage is a real gem in the heart of the New Forest. Well equipped kitchen, super comfy beds, spotlessly clean. A great location for visiting the surrounding areas. We had good weather so spent a good deal of time in the garden and dined al fresco. .Everything you could want for and more. Highly recommend
Highly recommend staying at this property.beautiful quiet setting.
But within half an hour so many places to visit including the breath taking jurassic coastline that we could of stayed for a month.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2022
Would have no hesitation in recommending Bret to any otherVrbo host all house rules observed
Lovely little cottage in an absolutely fabulous location. Great walks on the doorstep, lots of places to visit. Absolutely stunning part of the country. I would highly recommend.
We had a lovely stay. The cottage is very comfortable and perfectly located. Lovely big comfy beds. The extra logs for the log burner were much appreciated making it very cosy when it was so cold outside
Great place and an easy walk into the forest or Burley. Plenty of cafes/pubs/restaurants to use and everyone was really friendly.
Everything in the property was as described and really comfortable. Easy to relax and enjoy the area.
Would definitely use again.
We had a fantastic stay in Burley. The cottage was very well kitted out and had everything we needed. It was really clean and comfortable.
The cottage is in a brilliant location, close to the village centre and lots of lovely walks right from the door.
We would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
Thank you Nicole!
The property was perfect for a peaceful week in the New Forest. The owners were accommodating and the property well managed. There was plenty of space for the kids, grandparents and our young dog.
The location is perfect for short drives to the coast as well as walks and cycle riding nearby. We had a lovely time and enjoyed the spacious garden with BBQ.
We stayed for 3 days, Just the two of us plus the dog to get away from the pace of life in London and we couldn’t have been more relaxed, the cottage has everything you could need including the most comfortable beds we’ve ever had in a property. Everything in the cottage was high quality and the cottage itself was cleaned to an immaculate standard , we spent our days wandering around the towns in the new forest and our evenings eating indoors and watching films it was heaven ! My tips would be bring food or have it delivered as there is very little nearby in terms of shops and take a torch as it is very dark on the roads at night in the winter. We would definitely stay again and long to be back there now that we have returned to the hustle and bustle ! Thanks Nicole for everything
The stay was generally good. On arrival there were some flowers and a cake for us to enjoy so it got off to a good start.
The house is in a lovely setting, it was clean and there was a manual on how most things worked.
The description mentions underfloor heating in the kitchen but it was off and the floor was incredibly cold in mid-February, so bring slippers in the winter months. There was nothing in the manual about it.
The biggest issue we had was that the temperature adjustment on the shower tap was broken which meant my wife had a scaulding hot shower on the first morning there, the rest of us had to have a bird bath in the sink. We emailed to report it. I had a call from the owner to explain that the tap had been broken for a few weeks and that I could adjust the hot water temperature on the boiler. I did this but it took a few attempts to find the best temperature. Why was the tap not fixed sooner if it had been broken for a few weeks? The key is in a key safe, surely a plumber could have been contracted to fix the tap sooner.
There were only 2 towels for 4 of us to use. We hunted throughout the house for more,
but found none. Again, I emailed about it but had no reply. On returning home we did receive an email to say that we should have phoned instead as there were more towels available in the locked outside shed.
The linen had holes in it, especially along the seams. Although it was clean, this did not give the feeling of luxury linen as per the description.
We loved staying here, and will do so again, I'm sure. The cottage is well decorated, well equipped and well maintained. It is particularly cosy as the weather is getting colder, and the wood burning stove adds to its charm at this time of year.
The enclosed garden is lovely, and I'm sure many hours can be spent relaxing there when the weather is slightly better. Access to the forest is just a couple of minutes walk down the road, and within a very short drive are many more walking opportunities. Burley village itself is a 5 minute walk away.
In short - we'll be back.
We absolutely loved staying here, as did our whippet Alfie! The garden in beautiful, the house is perfect and we had no issues at all during our stay. When we did need to speak to the owners about the bbq they were very fast at responding!
The house was also spotless.
The cottage was exactly as described and one of the best we have stayed in - clean, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, lovely garden and a good shower! Great location as well - close to everything you need and perfectly located for walks and bike rides. We will definitelty be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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
Gardeners Retreat was originally built at the turn of the last century for the gardener of Shappen House. When an opportunity arose to purchase the cottage we were wowed by its superb location and lovely views, 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 Keepers 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.