# New Forest Cottages, Fordingbridge, New Forest, Hampshire

Holiday houses in the New Forest sleeping 23 with private fishing, for multi-generational family get togethers and celebrations

## At a Glance

- Sleeps 6 - 23
- 11 bedrooms
- Dining for 23

## Images

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## Floor Plans

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- 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Mews Hill Floorplan.png (alt: Mews Hill - floor plan)

## About The Property

Mews Hill sleeps 11

Mews Hill glamping pod sleeps 2

Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10

Jessica the VW Campervan is available for extra accommodation sleeping 2 adults and 2 children

The houses are adjacent and available together or independently

Riverside Lodge sleeping 6 is also available at the same location

This is a fantastic range of very comfortable accommodation for up to 23 in rural Hampshire, providing a great base for exploring this part of the New Forest and further afield. Hikes and cycle routes from the door make this the perfect choice for those who want to leave the car behind. Horse lovers might wish to stable their own pony here and try out some new hacks as part of the holiday. On site private fishing is another option for experienced or novice fishermen (please book in advance). Mews Hill has an integral games room, hugely popular with the kids but equally a fun place for some family entertainment. A hot tub is available upon request.

Living spaces at Mews Hill and Criddlestyle are spacious and welcoming with wood burning stoves, large TVs and plenty of seating. Mews Hill also has a bright and airy conservatory. Both houses have good sized dining rooms for the number of guests staying although Mews Hill has a table that will seat 23 guests so that everyone can enjoy eating together. Enjoy the great welcome hamper and locally sourced fresh flowers.

Bedrooms are a mix of kings, twins, a family room and bunks, flexible for a multi generation group. Plenty of ground floor en suite accommodation is handy for anyone less mobile. Bathrooms are spread across both houses and include baths, showers and wet rooms. Criddlestyle even has a luxury Jacuzzi bath.

In under 10 minutes, drive to Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve for guided walks and family events. In nearby Fordingbridge join the Avon Valley walk and look out for the Medieval 7 arch bridge as you pass through. A day out at the beach is well within reach at Bournemouth or Lymington. The cathedral city of Salisbury is only 30 minutes from the houses, full of historic interest and independent cafes and shops. Stonehenge is around 40 minutes.

## Facilities

- **Dog Friendly:** Up to 2 dogs permitted by prior arrangement. Charges apply.
- **Accessibility:** Mews has 2 ground floor rooms, 1 with en suite.
Criddlestyle has 3 ground floor rooms, 1 with a wet room.
Suitable for the less mobile.
- **WiFi:** WiFi is available throughout.
- **Kitchen:** Both properties have fully equipped kitchens to include a dishwasher and washer dryer.
- **Dining Room:** Both have dining areas but a large table for 23 can be provided in Mews Hill on request so that all guests can eat together. Al fresco dining at both.
- **Sitting Room:** Mews Hill has a large lounge with wood stove and large TV. It also has a conservatory.
Criddlestyle has a spacious lounge with wood stove.
- **TV and Music Facilities:** Mews Hill has a 50" TV and full Sky package. It also has a DVD player and CD.
Criddlestyle has a 50" TV and Sky. TVs in most bedrooms.
- **Games Room:** Mews Hill has a games room with table tennis and table football.
- **Heating and Open Fires:** Both houses are centrally heated throughout with wood stoves in main lounges.
- **Bedrooms:** Mews: gd floor king en suite and double, 1 family room, 2 twins, 1 en suite.
Criddlestyle: king and double with wet room. Double, twin and bunks.
- **Linen:** Quality bed linen and bathroom towels are provided.
- **Bathrooms:** Mews: ground floor bath and shower, cloak room and en suite wet room. En suite shower and shower room.
Criddlestyle: Jacuzzi bath, shower, wet room.
- **Children's Facilities:** High chair, travel cot and stair gate available. Outdoor children's play area.
- **Outdoor:** Stables and paddock for bring your own horse. Private fishing. Children's play area. Outdoor seating for both properties and a hot tub.
- **Parking:** Off road secure parking for up to 9 cars.
- **Smoking:** Please don't smoke inside either property.
- **Electric Vehicle Charging:** E V Charging available at the property

## Rental Rates

### Additional rates

| Period | Dates | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 29/05/2026 – 16/07/2026 | £2835 | £2126 | £1843 | - |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 17/07/2026 – 27/08/2026 | £3896 | £2922 | £2532 | - |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 28/08/2026 – 22/10/2026 | £2835 | £2126 | £1843 | - |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 23/10/2026 – 29/10/2026 | £2835 | £2126 | £1843 | - |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 30/10/2026 – 21/12/2026 | £2707 | £2030 | £1759 | - |
| Mews Hill sleeps 11 | 22/12/2026 – 04/01/2027 | £3896 | £2922 | £2532 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 29/05/2026 – 16/07/2026 | £1728 | £1296 | £1123 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 17/07/2026 – 27/08/2026 | £2471 | £1853 | £1606 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 28/08/2026 – 22/10/2026 | £1728 | £1296 | £1123 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 23/10/2026 – 29/10/2026 | £1728 | £1296 | £1123 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 30/10/2026 – 21/12/2026 | £1494 | £1121 | £971 | - |
| Criddlestyle Cottage sleeps 10 | 22/12/2026 – 04/01/2027 | £2471 | £1853 | £1606 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 29/05/2026 – 16/07/2026 | £4558 | £3419 | £2963 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 17/07/2026 – 27/08/2026 | £6512 | £4884 | £4233 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 28/08/2026 – 22/10/2026 | £4558 | £3419 | £2963 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 23/10/2026 – 29/10/2026 | £4558 | £3419 | £2963 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 30/10/2026 – 21/12/2026 | £3582 | £2686 | £2328 | - |
| New Forest Cottages sleeps 21 | 22/12/2026 – 04/01/2027 | £6512 | £4884 | £4233 | - |

Prices shown in GBP.

## Booking Information

- Mews Hill Glamping Hut for 2 at 15% of Mews Hill rental. £250 refundable security deposit each property. Hot tub from £325 for each property. Paddock and stables at £100 per horse. Private fishing available at £75 each. Dogs £40. Large dining table available – £50. Changeover day is Friday/Monday.

## Availability

Please contact the owner for availability dates.

## Enquiry

- Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/new-forest-cottages-fordingbridge-new-forest-hampshire#enquiry

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### Address

Address: Mews Hill and Criddlesytle Cottage, Southampton Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 2JT, GB

Latitude: 50.9279085

Longitude: -1.7697222

### About The Area

New Forest setting. Located just a very short drive from Fordingbridge. Accessed via the A31 and M27, 30 minutes from Southampton and 50 minutes from Portsmouth. 45 minutes from Lymington Beach.

### What's Nearby?

- **Location:** Fordingbridge is within a few minutes and Salisbury 25 minutes.
- **Shop:** Fordingbridge has a Tesco Express and a Co-op Food.
- **Food and Drink:** Fordingbridge has The Crown, The George and The Railway Hotel.
- **Airport:** Southampton Airport is 35 minutes away.
- **Train:** Salisbury Railway Station is 25 minutes away.
- **Bus:** Local bus service.

## Owner Contact Details

- Contact name: Antony Sweeney
- Phone: +44 (0)1425 517 311
- Email: enquiries@shortstayhomes.co.uk
- Website: https://www.shortstayhomes.co.uk/properties/new-forest-cottages-sleeps-up-to-23