The Apothecary's Cottage
- Reference Number
- H205
- Location
- nr Ringwood, Hampshire
- Sleeps
- 8/9 + cot
Set in 2 ½ acres of garden, within the New Forest National Park boundary and just half a mile’s walk from open heath and ancient woodland, The Apothecary’s Cottage has undergone extensive refurbishment to provide very comfortable accommodation, admirably suited for two families or a large party. The cottage has a wonderful garden, with an abundance of shrubs and wild flowers. This is a haven for wildlife, including several species of deer and a huge variety of birds. Inside, the accommodation combines spacious and flexible living spaces with elements of its original character, parts of which date from 17th century.
The Apothecary’s Cottage is less than 5 minutes from the A31 trunk road and is well placed for exploring the surrounding area; the historic market town of Ringwood, with good shopping and leisure facilities, is 2 miles away and the New Forest village of Burley with its picturesque cottages, shops and tea rooms is 4 miles. The New Forest provides an almost limitless variety of outdoor pursuits – walking, riding, cycling, golf and watersports, both on inland waters and on the coast. Attractions not to be missed are Beaulieu (National Motor Museum & Palace House), Bucklers Hard (waterside village) Exbury Gardens (stunning azeleas & rhododendrons). A beautiful stretch of the Hampshire/South Dorset coastline from Lymington to Poole Harbour is also within convenient driving distance.
Comments from previous visitors
"Wonderful...celebrated New Year & two birthdays amidst the gales. Very homely. Cleo, the dog, loved the garden." Mr & Mrs Townend, New Year 2012.
" What a wonderful cottage to relax in. Spotlessly clean, very cosy and the log fire to sleep in front of. A superb relaxing stay." The Lloyd/Appleyard party, January 2012.
Accommodation
Approach along a gravel drive. Entrance hallway. Downstairs wc. Large, light sitting room with open fireplace, upright piano and two sets of French windows leading out to the garden. Downstairs double bedroom and ensuite bathroom/wc with shower over the bath. Smaller sitting room/snug with fireplace containing an electric ‘woodburning effect’ stove. 2 steps lead down to a very attractive, 35ft long, double height kitchen with spacious dining area, French windows leading out to a terrace – perfect for alfresco dining - and a separate utility area. Upstairs: 3 bedrooms, each with a wash basin; master bedroom with 5ft double bed, twin bedroom with ‘memory foam’ mattresses, further twin bedroom with extra ‘day bed’. Bathroom/wc with double ended, free-standing bath and large, walk-in shower. Further separate wc.
Very large garden with lawned areas, flower and shrub borders, summerhouse and a large terrace at the rear of the cottage, which overlooks a meadow crossed by a small stream. Barbecue.
Services
- Open fireplace – Logs, gas fired central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels includedin rent
- Cot & high chair
- 2 colour TV’s (freeview) & DVD players, one with VCR
- 2 Sony stereo systems
- Ipod dock
- WiFi broadband
- Telephone for incoming calls
- Auto washing machine/dryer
- Dishwasher
- Large fridge/frezer
- Gas fired Aga plus 5 ring gas hob & double oven
- Ample driveway parking
- Shops (Ringwood) 2 miles
- Pub 1 mile
- Well behaved pets welcome
- Non-smokers only
- £100 refundable dilapidations deposit
