Beautifully styled throughout in a fresh array of coastal hues, this charming Victorian cottage in Barton of Sea offers stylish village living within easy reach of New Forest National Park. Sleeping four people across two bedrooms and welcoming one canine companion, it’s the ideal retreat for a small family or groups of friends who want to spend their days hunting for fossils on the beach or strolling along the Solent Way, and their evenings sipping wine on the patio or cosying up in front of the wood burner.
Stroll down the shared path to the main door, step inside, and you’ll find yourself in a wonderfully light sunroom that overlooks the garden. Relax for a while with a freshly brewed coffee in this peaceful space before heading to the chic, bright kitchen to cook for your loved ones. Enjoy dinner together at the table in the living room/diner, or step outside and dine alfresco on the pretty patio. After dinner, enjoy a glass of bubbly on the lawn, or head to the living area to curl up on the sofa in front of the wood burner. When it’s time for bed, climb the winding cottage stairs and you’ll find two gorgeous bedrooms.
Grab your walking boots and take a wonderful 11.5-mile hike from the cottage to Lymington. You’ll take in parts of the Solent Way and enjoy some gorgeous views of the Needles and the Isle of Wight. There are also some lovely swimming spots along the way. If you’re looking for a tasty treat to incorporate into your evening menu, make a pitstop at the Cat & Fiddle Farm (2.5 miles) on the way home to pick your own seasonal fruit and vegetables.