Guests say
Ash Hill is a beautifully converted, spacious cottage in a peaceful woodland setting, ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxing retreat in the New Forest. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and stylish decor. The property is comfortable, warm, and thoughtfully set up for families, including those with young children and dogs. The location offers easy access to local walks, villages, and attractions. Minor issues mentioned include occasional maintenance niggles, limited lounge seating for larger groups, and some restrictions on temperature control, but overall, guests highly recommend Ash Hill and would happily return.
The majority of guests found the property very clean, with quality bedding and towels. A few minor issues such as cobwebs in the en suite and some superficial cleaning points were noted, but these did not detract from the overall positive impression.
The cottage is praised for its tranquil woodland setting, proximity to Fordingbridge and the New Forest, and easy access to local attractions, shops, and pubs. Some guests noted the access track could be improved, but the peaceful surroundings and convenience were highly valued.
Guests found the cottage spacious, warm, and comfortable, with quality furnishings and bedding. Some mentioned the property could get too warm due to central heating controls, and a lack of blinds on skylights, but overall comfort was rated highly.
The property is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, multiple bathrooms, and family-friendly amenities. Some minor maintenance issues were mentioned, such as sticking doors, loose toilet seats, and limited lounge seating for six. Facilities for children and dogs were appreciated, though some outdoor play equipment was basic.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as stair gates, high chairs, travel cots, and secure garden space for children and dogs. Some mentioned small gifts like glass sweets, but please note these are not guaranteed. Hosts were described as welcoming and responsive.
About this property
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Barbecue. Two electric vehicle charging points on-site (with charge assist). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This recent barn conversion offers a real country charm and is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend and escape to the country. It is an idyllic base from which to explore this stunning part of the New Forest and Dorset. All the accommodation - Larch Cottage (ref UK36198) Ash Hill (ref UK36199), Homewood (ref UK36205) and Sika Cottage (UK36194) adjoin one another and can be booked together to accommodate 20 guests, with the owners’ permission. All the properties have polished concrete floors with rugs and are furnished using natural woods of differing origins; each property has a stunning feature glass staircase. All the cottages have their own enclosed area with firepit and barbecue with outside seating. There is also a pizza oven shared between the four properties and can be booked on request.
Ash Hill has wonderful views overlooking the woods and you can clearly see the tower of Fordingbridge’s 12th century church in the distance. There is also a rustic play area for children and freshly laid eggs daily from the on-site chickens! For guests who may wish to bring a horse, the owners offer a stabling option by prior arrangement.
For those that like the outdoor lifestyle this will make the ideal retreat; there is on-site archery, axe throwing and fishing in the River Avon (licence required). Nearby there is horse riding, the New Forest Water Park, for kayaking and other water sports. For those bringing dogs, there are plenty of excellent walk, many of which offer great bird and wildlife spotting.
Places to visit include Alderholt Mill, which has a working watermill open to visitors and offers cream teas at the weekend during the summer, and Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, which has Go Ape, orienteering, cycle hire, golf, forest Segway, walking groups, canoeing, petanque and craft making. Other places of interest include Beaulieu Motor Museum, Marwell Zoo, Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World, Adventure Wonderland, Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum, New Forest Wildlife Park and maritime Southampton.
All cottages have super-fast full fibre broadband Wi-Fi and access to electric car chargers. Beach 15 miles. Shop on-site, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The owners also have other holiday cottage less than 100 meters away that together sleep 14 guests should you wish to have your extend family with you for a special occasion or team building experience. UK2539, UK2540, UK2541 and UK34263.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
The super-fast full fibre broadband WiFi has a download speed of 90. Electric car charging by arrangement with owner.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Sammy Miller Museum
- Bournemouth Beach
Reviews (27)
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Confirmed Guest
We recently visited Ash Hill for a short weekend break. The home is beautiful and well kept cleaning and very spacious. Everything provided as necessity bedding towels etc the area is nice however roads in and out awful. Pot holes unavoidable down the dirt track to the property ended up scraping the sill of our car. The property itself lovely however the temperature inside the property was not allowed to be adjusted and it was way too warm inside. Had all the windows open which helped on night one but night two there was no breeze and we all baked. That was my only issue with the place maybe provide fans or have the temperature be adjustable. Would recommend as still a lovely place.
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Tamsin Tyson
We had a fantastic stay at this lovely Airbnb in the New Forest. The property was spotless, beautifully presented, and perfectly located for exploring the surrounding forest and nearby villages. What really stood out was how toddler-friendly it was — thoughtful touches like a stair gate, high chair, travel cot, secure garden space, and plenty of room to play made the trip completely stress-free for us as parents. The hosts were welcoming and responsive, providing clear instructions and great local recommendations. We wouldn’t hesitate to return and highly recommend it to families visiting the area.
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Trevor Davis
Comfortable accommodation; everything worked well. Some nice touches: loved the glass sweets. Good Wi-Fi. Easy access to local walking paths.