Guests say
Lantern Cottage in Lyndhurst receives high praise for its cosy, well-presented atmosphere and excellent location close to the town centre and New Forest walks. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and secure gardens, especially for dogs. The cottage is well-equipped, with thoughtful touches from the hosts. Some guests note the steep, narrow stairs and occasional heating quirks, but overall, the property offers a welcoming and relaxing stay, ideal for couples or small families.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean, well-presented, and tidy, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as excellent, with easy access to Lyndhurst's shops, cafes, and the New Forest, making it a perfect base for exploring the area.
Guests consistently mention the cottage is cosy, comfortable, and feels like a home from home. Some mention the stairs as challenging, particularly for those with mobility issues, and note the bathroom is compact.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern decor, Sky TV, and secure gardens. Some guests mention minor issues such as the lack of a dishwasher, low water pressure, and a self-learning heating system that could be confusing.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, dog treats, and starter kits. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A lovely cottage in the heart of the New Forest National Park, perfect for families and couples looking to explore the many attractions and activities available in the area..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Sky, Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washer Dryer, Stable Door Leading To Garden
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. 2 stairgates (available on request). Welcome pack. Doggy extras. Enclosed garden to front and rear with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 1 medium-sized dog welcome. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Lantern Cottage is a delightful, welcoming, end-of-terrace period cottage, which is beautifully presented and dog friendly for one medium-sized dog. It has been refurbished in 2021 and is located within a 7-minute level walk of Lyndhurst village and the beautiful open forest. Ideal for a family or couples for a romantic or active break together. On the ground floor you’ll find a cosy living room with a TV and a wood burner to snuggle up in front of, a dining room and a galley kitchen, along with a bathroom; whilst upstairs are the two bedrooms. There are a number thoughtful personal touches on display in the property including a wine bottle honesty rack, help yourself to a bottle on the house but please replace any more before you leave. There are two enclosed gardens with furniture to sit in and enjoy the sun after a day’s activities.
Lyndhurst is a wonderful village with a superb array of amenities. Often referred to as the ‘Capital of the New Forest’ it offers a variety of outdoor pursuits and places of interest with the open forest easily accessible for walking and riding. The village boasts an eclectic range of cafés, restaurants, two supermarkets and bakeries. Bike hire is also available (electric too of you fancy an easier ride). There are two mainline railway stations: Ashurst within 2½ miles and Brockenhurst just shy of 4 miles with direct links to London Waterloo.
The village car park has electric charging points for visitors with EVs.There is much to do in The New Forest with attractions for all ages, including Paulton’s Park with Peppa Pig World just a short drive away. Beaulieu Motor Museum, the riverside village of Bucklers Hard and many picturesque villages are also close by just waiting to be discovered. Shops, pubs, and restaurants are just a short walk away and there are several beaches about 15 minutes’ drive away. Why not treat yourself to a cream tea or ice cream at one of the many tea rooms or ice cream parlours?
The sailing town of Lymington is about a 10-minute drive, with regular ferries to the Isle of Wight, which makes for a great day out. Try your hand at horse riding, golf, fishing, cycling, bird watching, sailing, and rambling, or simply soak up the beautiful views that the glorious New Forest offers! If you fancy leaving your car on the drive, the bus stop is situated very near the property for trips into the seaside or Southampton.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
This property supplies the following for your pets: 2 dog bowls, dog treats, poo bags, balls, a dog specific towel for cleaning/drying your dog, and a dog shower with a brush attached to the tap in the garden for cleaning down your dog.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Sammy Miller Museum
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage in an excellent area, however be careful of the stairs which are very narrow possibly dangerous for older people, children or semi disabilities.Great stay had.
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Angela Tunnell
Lovely homey cottage. Cannot fault. Torch definitely recommended. Had trouble with heating system. Would definitely stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage.Very clean and well presented.Well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds and sofa. Lovely doggy care package on arrival.Only negatives were:Everyone slipped down the stairs at least once during the holiday. Heating system is self learning, which meant it kept turning itself down to 11 degrees which meant we all got very cold as our visit was during a cold period.Apart from these 2 points everything else was excellent.