10/10 Excellent
Adrian S.
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Adrian S.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
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DETACHED COTTAGE 4 STARS. Ensuites. Games Room. Near Moors Valley / New Forest.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Three Legged Cross,, Dorset, England
- Moors Valley Country Park6 min walk
- Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood9 min drive
- Wimborne Minster14 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1 King-size double bed, two bedside tables with bedside lights, vaulted timber ceiling, wardrobe, chest of drawers, wall mounted TV. En-suite shower room.
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2Twin beds each with bedside tables with lights, vaulted timber ceiling, wardrobe, chest of drawers. En-suite shower room.
2 Single Beds
2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1 En-suite to Bedroom 1 - shower cubicle, wc and pedestal hand basin.
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2 En-suite to Bedroom 2. Shower cubicle, wc and hand basin.
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
DETACHED COTTAGE 4 STARS. Ensuites. Games Room. Near Moors Valley / New Forest.
Welcome to Foresters Cottage, 4 Stars and 100% Cleanliness awarded Visit England. Traditional, detached country cottage within the owners private grounds. On the border of the New Forest and East Dorset. Ground level accommodation (no stairs). Sleeps 4 + infant (cot and high chair provided). Ideal for families or couples. Two bedrooms, a king-size double bedroom and a twin bedroom. Each bedroom has an en-suite shower room, wc and hand basin. Open plan living, dining and well equipped fitted kitchen, including oven, hob, microwave, washer dryer, dishwasher, fridge freezer. Fenced and furnished garden with barbecue, ideal for alfresco dining. Games Room with table tennis and football game. Easy walk or cycle into Moors Valley Country Park, Go-Ape forest zip wire, Tree top trail, Steam Railway, Ringwood Forest walking and cycling trails for all the family, cycles can be hired. Access to all parts of the New Forest and a choice of beaches for seaside pursuits. New Forest activities include riding, cycling, canoeing, paddle boarding, archery etc. A wealth of history surrounds us with a choice of National Trust and English Heritage properties, galleries and museums. Farmers Markets, pubs and restaurants, beach side bistros, supermarkets and farm shops supply fresh and local food and menus. Our location offers a huge choice to visitors of all ages. Pets and horses welcome by arrangement. Seasonal offers.
Property manager
Jean Baylis
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
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 deadlock
About the area
Wimborne
Wimborne is home to this cottage. Bournemouth Pier is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Matchams Karting, or check out an event or a game at Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
Three Legged Cross,, Dorset, England
What's nearby
- Moors Valley Country Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
- New Forest National Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
- Wimborne Minster - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
- Bournemouth Beach - 27 min drive - 22.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Monmouth Ash - 2 min drive
- Champagne Chinese Take Away - 2 min drive
- Three Legged Cross Country Pub - 4 min drive
- Harlees - 20 min walk
- Tap & Railway - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sue N.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
Sue N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
David D.
19 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Foresters Cottage
David D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jean Baylis
Welcome to Forester's Cottage at Cottage Farm on the border of the New Forest and East Dorset. Our family moved to Cottage Farm in 1999 together with our two horses, dog and two cats. Our family enjoyed a variety of interests including horse riding and competition, cycling and sailing which led to a sailing industry career for our eldest son. We developed Forester's Cottage from an existing building and have been running it as a holiday let since 2003, it has always been rated high 4 Stars by Visit England. We are usually available to assist our guests and answer any queries, we live in a cottage within the same private grounds and really enjoy welcoming our guests from various parts of the world as well as from within the UK. We hope to welcome you.
Why they chose this property
Our location on the border of the New Forest and the Cranborne Chase of East Dorset offers a vast area for horse riding, walking and cycling. We also have a choice of beaches close by with a variety of water sports to enjoy. History abounds in our area from stone age through the medieval period, Tudor castles, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and National Trust properties to training spies in WWII, museums, gardens and art galleries. The area offers a wealth of pursuits for a variety of interests.
What makes this property unique
We do not just rent out holiday accommodation from a distance. Forester's Cottage is situated within our own private grounds, and we are used to taking bookings directly, without fees via our own website and other advertising sites.
We enjoy communicating with our visitors, answering enquiries, meeting people and have welcomed a vast amount of visitors over the years. Whilst we are not intrusive, we are usually available to help, or simply chat if our visitors require assistance or information. Our Terms & Conditions are available on our website and on request if contact is via Vrbo.
We enjoy communicating with our visitors, answering enquiries, meeting people and have welcomed a vast amount of visitors over the years. Whilst we are not intrusive, we are usually available to help, or simply chat if our visitors require assistance or information. Our Terms & Conditions are available on our website and on request if contact is via Vrbo.
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English
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