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A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest

Welcome to our Cottage on The Hill!. We are situated on Eling Hill opposite Eling Church andl Goatee beach, on the edge of The New Forest National Park. There are 2 bedrooms with a kingsize and a double bed. A spacious living room (with sofa bed), an open fire and underfloor heating. The kitchen is equipped with a cooker,fridge and all your every day essentials. The luxurious bath room has a monsoon shower, fluffy towels and eco toiletries. There is a private garden and decking.
The space
This 16th Century listed cottage is full of character. Upstairs has a distinctly crooked feel! We have shelves full of books and lots of vinyl which you can play on the music system in the living room or simply hook up to your blue tooth and play your own tunes. There is a smart TV with Netflix and Disney. Also WiFI.
Guest access
The entire property and garden are yours to enjoy.
Other things to note
Church bells on a Sunday morning!
The beach is located through the churchyard opposite and is a shingle shoreline with lots of grass fields ideal for picnicking.

Property manager

Mandy Kirkman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Cashless transactions are available
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Totton, England

What's nearby

  • New Forest Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Southampton General Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Mayflower Theatre - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • WestQuay Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Totton Station - 18 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chapel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salmon Leap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Farmhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest located?

Located in Eling, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from River Test and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from New Forest National Park. New Forest Wildlife Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Totton Station is 18 minutes by foot and Southampton Redbridge Station is 29 minutes.

A quirky character cottage on the edge of the New Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Cosily Quirky Cottage
The cottage is quirky, as described but is also comfortable and attractive in an highly individual way. We spent a long (and very wet!) weekend there and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We met and briefly chatted to Mandy, the owner, who is very approachable and friendly. We were visiting family in nearby Totton and the location is ideal for that but (during a break in the rain!) we took a stroll through the churchyard to the edge of Southampton Water and round to the Tide Mill and marina in Eling, itself an odd mixture of village, industry and seaside. We would certainly return to this uniquely charming place. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Our family (2 adults and 3 children) had a lovely stay in the cottage. The cottage is well presented and had everything we needed. The cottage is in a lovely, quiet location and was an ideal base for our trip to Paultons Park. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottage, much larger than we thought, host was very nice and easy to contact if needed but wasn’t as we had everything we needed there, plenty books and games to use we all had a great time and look forward to booking again when next visiting family in Southampton.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
We had a lovely time for a few days in Mandy's property. She was very helpful and we could walk to the local pubs. The property itself was great, lots of records, record player, and smelt nice. Clean and tidy, we loved it Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024