Key Features
- Property code: B247
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Sea Salt is a stylish and modern four bedroom, two bathroom holiday home, sleeping up to eight people, right in the heart of Lymington. Offering a high standard throughout to include new kitchen and bathrooms, this fabulous property is light and airy, comfortably and tastefully furnished. Equipped with a superb kitchen, generous living space, Egyptian Cotton bedding and attractive south west facing garden this beautifully redecorated house is the perfect location for families wanting a central Lymington base for a holiday.
The popular Lymington High Street is less than a 5-minute walk from the house includes many shops, several pubs, restaurants, cafés and a mini Tesco. Marks & Spencer Food Hall and Waitrose are also located in the town. There is a large local high street market every Saturday which is well worth a visit. Enjoy browsing in the independent shops, stop for a coffee or crab sandwich as you walk down the famous Cobbles to the Quay to watch the ever-changing scene on the Lymington River; also, just a 5-minute walk away. Walk five minutes to the local railway station and catch a train to Lymington Pier for the ferry to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight or inland to the popular New Forest village of Brockenhurst.
The Lymington Seawater Baths open from May until September is a great place for the children and adults to spend an afternoon. If you enjoy walking or cycling there are plenty of opportunities from Sea Salt including a lovely route to the Sea Wall (part of the Solent Way) or via the train or a short drive to Brockenhurst to explore the miles of walking/cycle tracks available to all.
Hamper Concierge Service Available: Hampers and home cooked dinners can be arranged for an additional cost. Please contact the office for more information on 01590 679655.
With regret no children under 5 years of age.
Key Features
- Property code: B247
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Sea Salt is a stylish and modern four bedroom, two bathroom holiday home, sleeping up to eight people, right in the heart of Lymington. Offering a high standard throughout to include new kitchen and bathrooms, this fabulous property is light and airy, comfortably and tastefully furnished. Equipped with a superb kitchen, generous living space, Egyptian Cotton bedding and attractive south west facing garden this beautifully redecorated house is the perfect location for families wanting a central Lymington base for a holiday.
The popular Lymington High Street is less than a 5-minute walk from the house includes many shops, several pubs, restaurants, cafés and a mini Tesco. Marks & Spencer Food Hall and Waitrose are also located in the town. There is a large local high street market every Saturday which is well worth a visit. Enjoy browsing in the independent shops, stop for a coffee or crab sandwich as you walk down the famous Cobbles to the Quay to watch the ever-changing scene on the Lymington River; also, just a 5-minute walk away. Walk five minutes to the local railway station and catch a train to Lymington Pier for the ferry to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight or inland to the popular New Forest village of Brockenhurst.
The Lymington Seawater Baths open from May until September is a great place for the children and adults to spend an afternoon. If you enjoy walking or cycling there are plenty of opportunities from Sea Salt including a lovely route to the Sea Wall (part of the Solent Way) or via the train or a short drive to Brockenhurst to explore the miles of walking/cycle tracks available to all.
Hamper Concierge Service Available: Hampers and home cooked dinners can be arranged for an additional cost. Please contact the office for more information on 01590 679655.
With regret no children under 5 years of age.
Entrance into hallway.
Spacious contemporary open plan ground floor living includes lounge area with comfortable seating, dual fronted feature gas fire and TV with Sky (basic package).
Stunning fitted kitchen and dining area with breakfast bar, electric hob, integrated electric oven, combination microwave with warming drawer, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, washing machine, Nespresso machine and Smart TV.
Dining table with seating for eight and doors to rear garden.
Stairs to first floor. (Please note there is a low ceiling on the stairs)
Bedroom 1 with king size bed (5ft) and en-suite shower room with 600mm shower cubicle, hand basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with king size bed (5ft).
Bedroom 3 with double bed (4ft 6in).
Bedroom 4 with twin single beds (3ft).
Family bathroom with bath, walk in shower, hand basin and WC.
Private fully enclosed rear garden accessed directly from the kitchen onto patio with garden furniture and Outback 4 burner gas barbecue. A raised lawn is bordered by shrubs.
On the western banks of the Lymington River, having wended its way through the sun-dappled glades of the New Forest to find the Solent, lies the beautiful Georgian market town of Lymington.
Lymington has been an illustrious seaport for centuries and was once well-known for its shipbuilding and salt harvesting enterprises. Today, its three sparkling marinas offer berths to the many residents and visiting yachts seen docked in its harbour, tell-tale signs of the town’s vibrant sailing community. In fact, it was the gleaming Solent waters that were the training ground for local hero and five-time Olympian Sir Ben Ainslie; a letter box painted gold in celebration of his achievements can be found at the bottom of the town’s bustling high street.
Lymington’s ancient origins can be traced back to the dyke and mounds that once formed the outer defences of its Iron Age fort, known locally as Buckland Rings. When the Jutes prevailed from the Isle of Wight in the 6th century they founded a settlement called Limentun, and by the time of the Norman conquests this once sparsely populated enclave had grown into a flourishing port.
Today, the characterful, cobbled streets of Lymington are lined with artisan shops, galleries and boutiques, whilst the town’s weekly market is filled with stalls selling everything from garden plants to home-baked cakes. Lymington also plays host to a fleet of elegant restaurants, cosy tea rooms, charming cafés and stylish bistros. Lanes of Lymington, with its sleek balconies and intimate alcoves, has all the pizazz of a top London outlet, while the award-winning Elderflower on Quay Street boasts one of the finest a la carte menus in the region.
Holidays in Lymington can be easily filled with a variety of family-friendly activities, from sunset cruises and stand up paddle boarding to harbourside strolls and coastal rambles. During the sunnier months, the town hosts a number of gala events including the ever-popular Lymington Seafood Festival, a lively July carnival, regattas and regular sailing jamborees. Listen to some summer jazz in the bandstand gardens before a dip in the town’s historic sea water baths, renowned for its rejuvenating mud minerals, and if you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a short walk to the marshes and lagoons of Keyhaven Nature Reserve is a must.
Lymington has its own railway station with mainline links from London Waterloo to nearby Brockenhurst. There are also regular bus services with links to the coastal resort of Bournemouth and the maritime city of Southampton, plus, you’ll also be able to pick up the New Forest tour bus and enjoy an open-top safari. If you’ve had your fill of landlubbing, a quick channel hop on the car and passenger ferry to the Isle of Wight might be just the ticket.
Discover one of the UK’s most delightful port towns when you book a stay in Lymington. Take a look at some of our stunning Lymington holiday cottages and start planning your very own south coast adventure.
Street Parking Permit available for two cars, for the outside bays on the road. Please call the office for more details as we require your car registration to arrange these digital permits.
Included Bed linen, towels (please bring own beach towels), WiFi, electricity and central heating (gas). PLEASE NOTE: All bedding and pillows are feather filled.
Children Not suitable for children under 5.
Pets Regret no pets.
Telephone None available. Mobile reception good.
Bicycle Storage Available in locked shed in rear garden.
Beach Milford on Sea 4 miles.
Shops in Lymington High Street, less than a 5-minute walk.
Pubs several available within walking distance.
Short breaks Available low season at any time, mid and high season two weeks before.
Changeover Friday
Check in time: 4pm
Check out time: 10am
Non-smoking
The Bosun's Chair
(Less than a mile)
(14)
An eclectic interior of flags and TV’s that screen major sporting events. The Bosun’s Chair is a great drinking pub. If you feel peckish, food centers around home-made pies and traditional, simple pub fare. There’s also a lovely beer garden surrounded by lush greenery. Dogs welcome.
The Bosuns Chair (T: 01590 675140) Station Street, Lymington SO41 3BA
Nice pub, good for watching sport. Only issue is the eye watering drinks prices.
February 2024
We didn't like this pub. We went for a meal but they insisted they take a credit card swipe before opening a tab. This gave us the impression that we were untrustworthy. I have never been asked for a credit card swipe at a pub ever before. Also, I was served a short measure of beer. A long way short of a full pint. When I politely asked for it to be topped up this was done very begrudgingly. Overall it was a bad experience and I could not recommend it.
September 2023
Bit disappointing. The "lovely beer garden" is now covered by a large smokers shelter, with nowhere else to sit outside on a warm summer's evening
June 2023
Good food and friendly staff.
June 2023
A great location with a super ambience. Great fish and chip super.
April 2023
test
December 2022
Very welcoming and really tasty food. We loved the light bites as we didn’t always want a big meal in the evening.
June 2022
Strolled round the corner from Talbot Cottage to sample the ale at my first Lymington pub. It was mid afternoon in October so the pub was quiet but very spacious. Immediately outside was a heated area - very handy for my smoker husband!! A large marquee with gorgeous greenery provided plenty of seating. Very friendly barman. Passed the Bosun’s Chair in the evening & it was heaving! A popular place indeed!
January 2022
We had a very enjoyable meal at the Bosun's Chair (recommended by the property). The beer is excellent and the food was extremely good quality 'pub grub'.
July 2021
Great food and service. Best burger we have had in a long time. Bonus as outside heaters.
May 2021
Very good ambiance and staff, definitely worth a visit.
September 2020
Refurbishment very well done. An excellent pub in every way. - even though Lymington prices are way above those in Lincolnshire!
March 2020
This is a local’s pub with a good atmosphere. The food was pleasant but not spectacular.
June 2019
Pleasant welcoming pub with good food and dog friendly.
March 2019
Lounges
(Less than a mile)
(11)
Serving a variety of light lunch options, including Paninis, jacket potatoes and salads, as well as a lovely selection of cakes. Directly on the High Street, enjoy comfy seating at the front of the café to watch the world go by. Sit outside in the summer months with rear seating available in a shared courtyard.
Lounges (T: 01590 671122) 122 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AQ
Every time we come to Lymington this cafe is still brilliant and good value for money.
September 2023
Good crab sandwiches and dog friendly
August 2023
Lovely food
April 2023
Whenever we are in Lymington this is our favourite place to go for breakfast and lunch! They have so many options and everything we've tried has been lovely.
January 2023
Very friendly and accommodating staff. Good quality food at reasonable prices. Full English breakfast is a must; even though scrambled eggs were not on the menu, they were quite happy to do them.
May 2022
Lovely coffee and especially cake. Staff were cheery and welcoming. We also had a great breakfast here on our last morning.
November 2021
Breakfast before our journey home was simply brilliant and so reasonably priced. Lovely ladies serving. Surroundings quaint and homely.
September 2021
Very reasonably priced cafe serving nice cakes was well as sandwiches etc. Staff were very accommodating which is not easy in these COVID times !
June 2021
Great value breakfast and friendly service
May 2019
Tasty breakfast and welcoming cosy atmosphere. Very dog friendly.
March 2019
Lovely atmosphere, friendly buzzy place, excellent food and service.
April 2018
The Kings Head
(Less than a mile)
(33)
This distinguished town centre pub crowns the cobbled street leading to the town quay. Dating back over 300 years, the interior is both atmospheric and comfortable. There’s a large, roaring log fire to welcome guests on chilly days and pretty courtyard garden for when the sun shines. The bar is well stocked, featuring Cask Marque approved Fullers London Pride, Ringwood Best Bitter, Timothy Taylors Landlord, Youngs and HSB. Expect traditional pub food and light bites, plus a separate menu dedicated to vegetarians.
The Kings Head, (T:01590 672709) Quay Hill, Lymington SO41 3AR
Excellent pub, great atmosphere, very comfortable and well decorated. Pub food of a good standard.
February 2024
Superb Sunday Roast
December 2023
A warm and welcoming pub with a real fire. Great food and drink, A 15 minute walk from the flat (slightly more if the level crossing is down!), or else park in town.
November 2023
I began my 70th birthday celebrations here in November 2022 - only to find another 70th birthday girl in the adjoining area!! She shared a piece of her cake with me & we sang along together. The service was excellent; great beers & food delicious. Would thoroughly recommend.
October 2023
We visited this pub twice during our holiday and each time we really enjoyed our meals - especially the sea bass! Service was good and staff were very friendly - even though we arrived one busy night without booking a table, they managed to fit us in without a problem.
October 2023
Had a lovely meal at lunchtime. It was very busy but staff found us a table and all 5 meals were very good. Also dog friendly which is great for us.
September 2023
Yes a good friendly pub
September 2023
We found this to be a great pub. We went several times and had service with a smile each occasion. The quality of both food and beer was excellent. 5 stars from me !
September 2023
Fabulous cocktails
April 2023
A great location and a super friendly atmosphere.
April 2023
Friendly pub with very good food
January 2023
Excellent food and service. Steak and Ale pie and Red Snapper were fabulous. Booked ahead as gets very busy.
August 2022
A proper English pub, we popped in for a couple of drinks. It's not cheap but I think you have to factor in an extra few pounds a round for the wonderful atmosphere inside.
February 2022
Highly recommend So warm and cosy and very attentive and friendly staff.
February 2022
Had a very enjoyable evening meal here, excellent food, wine and value for money
January 2022
Great food and exceptional service
October 2021
A warm welcome and good service. The Sunday lunch was absolutely splendid. Thank you Chef
September 2021
We had a great meal here one evening. Particularly convenient from the Cottage!
August 2021
Nice traditional pub serving simple but very tasty pub grub, serving flat beer.
July 2021
Great pub with v good beer and lovely pub food. V friendly and helpful staff. V well managed in terms of managing social distancing.
July 2021
superb Sunday roast - we've enjoyed both take-away and sit-in over the years.
June 2021
Due to lock down restrictions we were unable, this time, to visit the restaurant. However, we did try the take away service on two occasions and both times the food was excellent and the presentation and service first class.
May 2021
Our favourite pub in the heart of Lymington. A warm & welcoming atmosphere, lovely staff and hearty portions of good pub grub.
October 2020
Such a pretty pub. Lots of nooks and crannies, colourful cushions and friendly staff. We had lunch here and the steak and ale pie was just what the doctor ordered on a chilly autumn day. Comfort food on a plate. Portions are extremely generous and even though we only shared a starter , sadly we couldn’t finish our main meals. Would highly recommend.
October 2020
Ate here twice during our recent visit to Lymington. Staff were welcoming and friendly, the pub was comfortable and warm and the food was absolutely delicious on both occasions. The best burger my husband has had in a long time, so he said and I could eat plate after plate of the brie starter!
October 2020
Nice cosy pub but staff's attitude was disappointing.
November 2019
This is a good local pub, we ate their twice in a week. Friendly service and really good staff. It was off season so we didn’t book, but I guess in summer booking to eat would be required.
June 2019
Food and staff really good but the seats were filthy and need changing urgently
June 2019
Lovely atmospheric pub. Dog friendly. Best Steak and Ale Pie I have ever had, served with excellent fresh vegetables and cracking chips! This was the only place during our stay in Lymington where we ate twice, going back especially on our last night.
March 2019
Quite pleasant,food good
September 2018
Great little boozer. I could happily sit in there all evening chatting and drinking! Menu looked ok although we didn't eat. It's got lots of small sections which adds to the atmosphere but isn't ideal for kids and prams. We went without the kids and loved it. Great playlist in the background too!
July 2017
Stopped for a drink, nice cosy pub, would be lovely in the winter with the fires lit. Perfect location if you are staying in Lymington.
June 2017
Beautiful traditional pub. Food was good. They had a children's menu but no high chair or baby changing facilities
June 2017
Café Aroma
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Café Aroma, formerly known as Trés Bon, is a fantastic deli and café in Lymington. Serving a variety of hot and cold food from Breakfast to 5.30pm. You can either eat in on one of two floors of seating, or simply take away.
Café Aroma (T: 01590 673064) 22 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AD
Get the hot duck baguette! It is amazing!!
June 2017
The Angel & Blue Pig
(Less than a mile)
(13)
A stylish and elegant gastro pub on the high street, whose origins date back to the 13th century. Lots of wooden beams, bare brick walls, large fire place and pretty soft furnishings - there’s also outside seating. The Angel and Blue Pig specialize in steaks, which receive great reviews. The main menu changes each month and is supplemented by daily specials. All the dishes are creative, varied and beautifully presented. A delightful spot for a drink or bite to eat.
The Angel & Blue Pig (T: 01590 672050) Lymington SO41 9AP
Excellent food and hospitality
October 2023
Had a wonderful meal here in a beautiful old building. The food and service were very good. Would recommend
September 2023
Fabulous location in the heart of the shopping area, nice and quiet on the day we visited. Lovely comfortable decor and seating with plenty of space.
June 2023
Great steak and good service
July 2021
A decent pub serving decent food at a decent price. I very much enjoyed the meal, shame about the flat beer.
July 2021
Nice pub in the centre of Lymington, food was lovely, shame there wasn't any cask ales - we visited this pub for lunch on the basis of the Good Pub Guide.
May 2021
Good food and service
September 2020
Friendly staff, good food, comfortable surroundings
August 2020
Very disappointing. So much so that I submitted a complaint to customer service via email and the response was very unsatisfactory too! My advice would be to avoid.
November 2019
Visited this pub whilst on holiday. My wife and I had the intention of eating there, although we had not booked. We ordered 2 drinks (beer) which I could not drink at all. I took them back to the bar with the intention of asking them to be replaced. I waited for 15 minutes. During this time the 2 bar staff who were on duty walked past several times whilst serving other customers. Neither showed any interest in finding out what my problem was or that they knew I was there. In the end I left the beer on the bar and walked out. I have visited Lymington several times in the past and hope to holiday there again in the future, but I will never go into this place again.
May 2019
Very disappointing and long delay in seating us on arrival despite having a reservation.
January 2018
We loved this pub! We went with the kids for a quick drink around lunchtime and then came back in the evening without the kids. Great atmosphere, well furnished, and great drinks on offer. The menu looked fantastic too, however, we didn't get to sample it! We'll definitely go again if we return to Lymington.
July 2017
Perfect for lunch. They have a £6 lunchtime menu which offers excellent value for money. I had the wild mushroom linguine. Delicious and good sized portion. My husband had the burger which comes with fries and homemade ketchup. Staff are friendly and chatty too which is nice.
June 2017
St Barbe Museum
(Less than a mile)
(18)
St Barbe Museum explores the unique history of Lymington and the New Forest Coast. The hands-on displays provide a fascinating journey of discovery for all ages, charting Lymington’s development as a market town and port and looking at the smugglers and boat builders who have used the Solent shore. The art galleries host an exclusive programme of exhibitions that regularly works on loan from national and regional collections.
pleasant cafe also
February 2024
Visited on a damp day on my own, interesting museum and a good Art Gallery within the same building. Very nice and well staffed cafe area with a good selection of tasty food and nice coffee.
October 2023
Had a nice meal here upon arrival in Lymington. Very pleasant helpful staff. Also, a very nice gift shop, and Tourist Information centre.
October 2023
Brilliant Museum and the cafe is excellent
September 2023
Excellent museum that tells the story of the town and local area and also has space for changing exhibitions. Also acts as the local visitor info centre and has plenty of information about things to do in the area. There's also a nice gift shop and super little cafe.
September 2023
Great little museum. Very informative about the history of the area and even our teenagers enjoyed the dinosaur exhibit.
August 2022
A bit of a hidden gem really, very good and informative displays in a well laid out and spacious environment, we particularly liked the community involvement with a group of local children very actively enjoying the surroundings, the coffee shop and the engaging and helpful staff. If anything the museum could sell itself to the public better - we nearly didn't go in as there was little to explain what was inside other than the art galleries
May 2022
Wonderful art exhibition and everyone was very helpful. Great cafe and recommend the coffee and biscuits!
October 2021
Well worth spending a morning learning about the history of Lymington and the wider New Forest area. There is always an interesting pop up exhibition too. The cafe is great and serves lovely home made food.
October 2021
Well worth a visit. Tasty food and good service.
October 2021
Very interesting museum and when we visited there was an art exhibition which was an added bonus.
June 2021
Have visited the museum previously and found it interesting, having grown up locally. Now has an excellent coffee shop.
September 2020
We had a nice coffee on terrace of their café - didn't get a chance to visit Museum itself, but found some great cards + gifts in shop!
September 2020
Brilliant exhibition and we loved the museum. Our boys attended a free needle felting workshop and and came home with wonderful art work!
February 2020
interesting small museum with good displays
September 2019
Loved our visit to the museum, really friendly staff and despite compact size whiled away a couple of hours. Well worth a visit!
April 2019
Really interesting small museum packed with information and an exceptional display in the art gallery
October 2018
Extremely interesting museum, enjoyed the art,. Very welcoming reception and good cafe. I fully recommend a visit
June 2018
Puffin Cruises
(Less than a mile)
(12)
Puffin Cruises in Lymington is a fun and exciting way to explore this part of the world and see its natural beauty from the water, whether you’re merely enjoying the ferry service, taking a 30 minute river cruise or opting for an hour long picnic or sunset cruise - there’s something for every mood. Trips run daily from the town’s historic quay, weather permitting!
A fun and relaxing way to spend half an hour. Would recommend but wish they did longer cruises too
September 2023
A pleasant river trip, and informative. Worth taking 30 mins to do this.
September 2023
First class
September 2023
Ver clean, comfortable boat and the Captain was friendly and very informative
September 2023
test2
December 2022
Very interesting and enjoyable trip down the river. Wish it had been longer!
July 2022
Thoroughly enjoyable
May 2022
Lovely trip out on the boat. We had the boat to ourselves and my children both had a turn at driving which they were really pleased about. I wish they did trips that were a little longer than half an hour.
April 2022
Would loved to have experienced this cruise but it was closed the entire week that we stayed in Lymington
October 2021
Excellent 30 minute cruise around the harbour! We would book again no problem! Our captain was Phil who was very knowledgeable and courteous.
September 2021
Really enjoyed this fun, informative trip around the Lymingron river passing the beautiful yachts in the marina and spotting the birds in the sea grass.
June 2019
Gidhrslhc
June 2018
Walhampton Golf Course
(Less than a mile)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(Less than a mile)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
Click Here for further information
Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Hermit Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
On a skippered Luxury Flybridge Motor Boat, Hermit Charters gives you the opportunity to take a small party of friends on a luxury experience on the water without breaking the bank. For families or private parties, it’s a delightful way to head out fishing to catch bass, plaice, black bream or needles cod, or simply to enjoy the view from the water. You can even take the family dog on board!
Click Here for further information
Fab location with great garden and pool.
July 2020
Milford on Sea
(4 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Barton on Sea
(6 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Beach
(8 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(8 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Lepe Beach
(9 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
March 2024
Thank you for a lovely stay in this beautiful and comfortable house.
October 2023
Lovely home, beautifully decorated and well equipped. There's nothing missing apart from a downstairs loo. Beds and bedding are so comfy. You have really thought of everything. Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely house.
September 2023
Excellent all round. Ideal for three generational holiday. Staff in local office extremely helpful and understanding
February 2023
The house was ideal for me and my grown up family to gather to celebrate my special birthday. Ideally located to leave the car and walk into town, very well equipped, and very cosy for a January break.
January 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our family Christmas getaway! Good base for exploring the area. All necessary amenities within short walking distance. Lovely spacious accommodation, would definitely book again. The Christmas tree and Christmas food and drink goodies were a lovely gesture from the owner.
October 2022
Lovely house would stay again
October 2022
Very good. Lovely property and location.
July 2022
Loved the light and spaciousness. Very handy location. Adored the beautiful robin that visits each day, don't forget to feed him! We had lovely walks around the Solent, gatherings at the Bosuns Chair . Loved walking around the local boutiques, swimming in the Solent, and the outdoor pool.
May 2022
We enjoyed the stay very much. The property generally was lovely but we found the lounge quite dark and uninviting. However, I appreciate this is probably personal choice.
April 2022
Very much. It’s an ideal location.
October 2021
Yes , we found the proximity to the IOW ferry very good for a trip to the island. The proximity of the high street was good. The parking worked well for us. Lots to do in the area and some good meals out.
September 2021
Yes we did. I requested a double sheet for the bed, which other cottages have always managed to do, but we were advised to bring one from home. We were coming from a week away elsewhere. Slightly disappointing. The cottage itself was lovely.
July 2021
Had a lovely time. We appreciated the bottle of wine.
June 2021
Another lovely stay at Sea Salt for a 40th Birthday! We love this house so much and will be back for a third visit. Thank you again, and we enjoyed the outside space this time as the weather was glorious! We went to Brownsea Island and we got the boat from Poole Quay, and the Sea Water Baths are a must- the kids loved it!
October 2020
Had a fantastic stay would definitely recommend.
September 2020
Seasalt was superbly furnished and finished, we will definitely be staying there again in the future, ideally located for all the local amenities.
September 2020
Beautiful house and sunny garden which we got to enjoy every day. You have everything needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our second stay at Sea Salt and we are looking forward to coming back. We loved local walks, forest, parks and ocean walks.
September 2020
Lovely house! Thank you. We enjoyed Avon Beach, Mudeford sandbank and the New Forest.
September 2020
Lovely house and great area. Favourite places are Beaulieu, Calshot, the New Forest and Bucklers Hard.
September 2020
What an amazing house, like home away from home. Very comfortable and a great location near to the town. First time in the New Forest and it won't be our last. Places to visit, Highcliffe beach, Mudeford, The Isle of Wight and Beaulieu Museum.
September 2020
Good area for exploring the New Forest and the coast.
August 2020
We‘ve booked several accommodations through New Forest Cottages in the last 5 years and have always been very satisfied. We will definitely continue to book through your agency!!!
November 2019
Thank you for a lovely stay. Lovely house and great location.
November 2019
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house suits us down to the ground and we love it so much. We have booked again for May next year.
November 2019
Great location, short walking distance from the town. Beautiful home, very cosy and homely.
November 2019
Warm, cosy and clean house with all the great added extras. Walked around the Saturday market, I fully recommend that.
October 2019
We enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable and well equipped. Close to town centre. Thank you.
October 2019
A lovely house, clean, comfortable and well equipped. The outside area is great, we had our breakfast there every morning. This is our first visit to Lymington and it certainly won't be our last.
October 2019
A lovely house. Very clean, modern and well equipped. Lymington is a lovely town with lovely shops and pubs. Thank you.
October 2019
Fantastic two week stay in Lymington. We come down to Lymington/New Forest every year and this is one of the nicest houses we have stayed in. Lovely decor, very modern, clean and well equipped. Thank you.
October 2019
Lovely stay. Visited Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard and Hurst Castle. Ate at the Pig in The Forest, The Haven and The Ship. Thanks folks for a great break.
October 2019
A lovely house and a great base for exploring Lymington and the New Forest. We've had a wonderful, relaxing week. Thank you.
October 2019
One of the best we have stayed in. Very comfortable and wonderfully located. Fabulous job of the renovation, and the garden and patio with comfortable furniture has been set up very well. 10 out of 10!
September 2019
Fabulous place. One of the best we have stayed in. The bi-fold doors from kitchen to garden, together with the very comfortable patio furniture, gave us excellent outdoor living. Very comfortable beds, and lounge furniture. Spotlessly clean. Parking out the front was convenient (parking permit) and never had a problem, but got more complicated when we had 2 cars. Short walk to the High Street. Would happily stay again. Recommend Lanes of Lymington, excellent evening meal.
August 2019
Yes very nice property and good location
June 2019
YES
April 2019
I would say the owners should be congratulated on creating such a lovely property. Any guest would be delighted to put the key in the door and step into Sea Salt. It is a stunning house and very comfortable. The owners have thought through everything, and it oozes quality from the lovely soft towels, very comfortable beds and sparkling linen to the bright and light living dining & kitchen areas and out into the pretty garden.. The house is also spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. Its location is very good, being a short walking distance to the train station and all the shops, bars & restaurants of Lymington. You could quite easily leave your car behind and spend a week there cycling around and walking along the coastline – everything to have a perfect holiday is so close by. The bread, butter & milk supplied on arrival was also appreciated.
April 2019
We really enjoyed staying at the property. It is a very nice house and beautifully decorated. The beds were very comfortable and good linen, duvets etc. The one thing we would like to feed back though (very minor observation) is that the dishwasher was very difficult to stack with the glasses and cups. It must have a very shallow top shelf as we were fighting with it every day. The glasses were too bottom heavy so kept falling over. Maybe a good idea to just buy some smaller glasses. We would definitely recommend the house to others.
March 2019
We thought it was absolutely amazing and a beautiful property. I don’t think there is anything they could have done better to be honest. The house was stylish and great for the family. The only small thing is the head room coming down the stairs. There is a sign there but it could be worth making it a bit more obvious because we both hit our heads a few times. We don’t mind, we live in a house the same!!! But some people may mind. It’s honestly not a criticism at all. It’s the issue you have in old houses! Other than that, zero issues and they have done an amazing job. Huge congrats for their first few weeks! We will be back!
March 2019
Sea Salt was very comfortable and with excellent beds ensured we were relaxed for our short stay. The downstairs was also very comfortable with plenty of space for a large family to relax and socialise together with the layout of the room suiting our needs with the children. The owners were very quick to respond to any queries we had in regards to the high tech fire place and heating. A very late last minute booking and all our need were met, we would definitely stay again. One of the nicest properties we have had the pleasure to stay in.
March 2024
Thank you for a lovely stay in this beautiful and comfortable house.
October 2023
Lovely home, beautifully decorated and well equipped. There's nothing missing apart from a downstairs loo. Beds and bedding are so comfy. You have really thought of everything. Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely house.
September 2023
Excellent all round. Ideal for three generational holiday. Staff in local office extremely helpful and understanding
February 2023
The house was ideal for me and my grown up family to gather to celebrate my special birthday. Ideally located to leave the car and walk into town, very well equipped, and very cosy for a January break.
January 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our family Christmas getaway! Good base for exploring the area. All necessary amenities within short walking distance. Lovely spacious accommodation, would definitely book again. The Christmas tree and Christmas food and drink goodies were a lovely gesture from the owner.
October 2022
Lovely house would stay again
October 2022
Very good. Lovely property and location.
July 2022
Loved the light and spaciousness. Very handy location. Adored the beautiful robin that visits each day, don't forget to feed him! We had lovely walks around the Solent, gatherings at the Bosuns Chair . Loved walking around the local boutiques, swimming in the Solent, and the outdoor pool.
May 2022
We enjoyed the stay very much. The property generally was lovely but we found the lounge quite dark and uninviting. However, I appreciate this is probably personal choice.
April 2022
Very much. It’s an ideal location.
October 2021
Yes , we found the proximity to the IOW ferry very good for a trip to the island. The proximity of the high street was good. The parking worked well for us. Lots to do in the area and some good meals out.
September 2021
Yes we did. I requested a double sheet for the bed, which other cottages have always managed to do, but we were advised to bring one from home. We were coming from a week away elsewhere. Slightly disappointing. The cottage itself was lovely.
July 2021
Had a lovely time. We appreciated the bottle of wine.
June 2021
Another lovely stay at Sea Salt for a 40th Birthday! We love this house so much and will be back for a third visit. Thank you again, and we enjoyed the outside space this time as the weather was glorious! We went to Brownsea Island and we got the boat from Poole Quay, and the Sea Water Baths are a must- the kids loved it!
October 2020
Had a fantastic stay would definitely recommend.
September 2020
Seasalt was superbly furnished and finished, we will definitely be staying there again in the future, ideally located for all the local amenities.
September 2020
Beautiful house and sunny garden which we got to enjoy every day. You have everything needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our second stay at Sea Salt and we are looking forward to coming back. We loved local walks, forest, parks and ocean walks.
September 2020
Lovely house! Thank you. We enjoyed Avon Beach, Mudeford sandbank and the New Forest.
September 2020
Lovely house and great area. Favourite places are Beaulieu, Calshot, the New Forest and Bucklers Hard.
September 2020
What an amazing house, like home away from home. Very comfortable and a great location near to the town. First time in the New Forest and it won't be our last. Places to visit, Highcliffe beach, Mudeford, The Isle of Wight and Beaulieu Museum.
September 2020
Good area for exploring the New Forest and the coast.
August 2020
We‘ve booked several accommodations through New Forest Cottages in the last 5 years and have always been very satisfied. We will definitely continue to book through your agency!!!
November 2019
Thank you for a lovely stay. Lovely house and great location.
November 2019
Thank you for a lovely stay. The house suits us down to the ground and we love it so much. We have booked again for May next year.
November 2019
Great location, short walking distance from the town. Beautiful home, very cosy and homely.
November 2019
Warm, cosy and clean house with all the great added extras. Walked around the Saturday market, I fully recommend that.
October 2019
We enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable and well equipped. Close to town centre. Thank you.
October 2019
A lovely house, clean, comfortable and well equipped. The outside area is great, we had our breakfast there every morning. This is our first visit to Lymington and it certainly won't be our last.
October 2019
A lovely house. Very clean, modern and well equipped. Lymington is a lovely town with lovely shops and pubs. Thank you.
October 2019
Fantastic two week stay in Lymington. We come down to Lymington/New Forest every year and this is one of the nicest houses we have stayed in. Lovely decor, very modern, clean and well equipped. Thank you.
October 2019
Lovely stay. Visited Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard and Hurst Castle. Ate at the Pig in The Forest, The Haven and The Ship. Thanks folks for a great break.
October 2019
A lovely house and a great base for exploring Lymington and the New Forest. We've had a wonderful, relaxing week. Thank you.
October 2019
One of the best we have stayed in. Very comfortable and wonderfully located. Fabulous job of the renovation, and the garden and patio with comfortable furniture has been set up very well. 10 out of 10!
September 2019
Fabulous place. One of the best we have stayed in. The bi-fold doors from kitchen to garden, together with the very comfortable patio furniture, gave us excellent outdoor living. Very comfortable beds, and lounge furniture. Spotlessly clean. Parking out the front was convenient (parking permit) and never had a problem, but got more complicated when we had 2 cars. Short walk to the High Street. Would happily stay again. Recommend Lanes of Lymington, excellent evening meal.
August 2019
Yes very nice property and good location
June 2019
YES
April 2019
I would say the owners should be congratulated on creating such a lovely property. Any guest would be delighted to put the key in the door and step into Sea Salt. It is a stunning house and very comfortable. The owners have thought through everything, and it oozes quality from the lovely soft towels, very comfortable beds and sparkling linen to the bright and light living dining & kitchen areas and out into the pretty garden.. The house is also spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. Its location is very good, being a short walking distance to the train station and all the shops, bars & restaurants of Lymington. You could quite easily leave your car behind and spend a week there cycling around and walking along the coastline – everything to have a perfect holiday is so close by. The bread, butter & milk supplied on arrival was also appreciated.
April 2019
We really enjoyed staying at the property. It is a very nice house and beautifully decorated. The beds were very comfortable and good linen, duvets etc. The one thing we would like to feed back though (very minor observation) is that the dishwasher was very difficult to stack with the glasses and cups. It must have a very shallow top shelf as we were fighting with it every day. The glasses were too bottom heavy so kept falling over. Maybe a good idea to just buy some smaller glasses. We would definitely recommend the house to others.
March 2019
We thought it was absolutely amazing and a beautiful property. I don’t think there is anything they could have done better to be honest. The house was stylish and great for the family. The only small thing is the head room coming down the stairs. There is a sign there but it could be worth making it a bit more obvious because we both hit our heads a few times. We don’t mind, we live in a house the same!!! But some people may mind. It’s honestly not a criticism at all. It’s the issue you have in old houses! Other than that, zero issues and they have done an amazing job. Huge congrats for their first few weeks! We will be back!
March 2019
Sea Salt was very comfortable and with excellent beds ensured we were relaxed for our short stay. The downstairs was also very comfortable with plenty of space for a large family to relax and socialise together with the layout of the room suiting our needs with the children. The owners were very quick to respond to any queries we had in regards to the high tech fire place and heating. A very late last minute booking and all our need were met, we would definitely stay again. One of the nicest properties we have had the pleasure to stay in.
The Bosun's Chair
(Less than a mile)
(14)
An eclectic interior of flags and TV’s that screen major sporting events. The Bosun’s Chair is a great drinking pub. If you feel peckish, food centers around home-made pies and traditional, simple pub fare. There’s also a lovely beer garden surrounded by lush greenery. Dogs welcome.
The Bosuns Chair (T: 01590 675140) Station Street, Lymington SO41 3BA
Nice pub, good for watching sport. Only issue is the eye watering drinks prices.
February 2024
We didn't like this pub. We went for a meal but they insisted they take a credit card swipe before opening a tab. This gave us the impression that we were untrustworthy. I have never been asked for a credit card swipe at a pub ever before. Also, I was served a short measure of beer. A long way short of a full pint. When I politely asked for it to be topped up this was done very begrudgingly. Overall it was a bad experience and I could not recommend it.
September 2023
Bit disappointing. The "lovely beer garden" is now covered by a large smokers shelter, with nowhere else to sit outside on a warm summer's evening
June 2023
Good food and friendly staff.
June 2023
A great location with a super ambience. Great fish and chip super.
April 2023
test
December 2022
Very welcoming and really tasty food. We loved the light bites as we didn’t always want a big meal in the evening.
June 2022
Strolled round the corner from Talbot Cottage to sample the ale at my first Lymington pub. It was mid afternoon in October so the pub was quiet but very spacious. Immediately outside was a heated area - very handy for my smoker husband!! A large marquee with gorgeous greenery provided plenty of seating. Very friendly barman. Passed the Bosun’s Chair in the evening & it was heaving! A popular place indeed!
January 2022
We had a very enjoyable meal at the Bosun's Chair (recommended by the property). The beer is excellent and the food was extremely good quality 'pub grub'.
July 2021
Great food and service. Best burger we have had in a long time. Bonus as outside heaters.
May 2021
Very good ambiance and staff, definitely worth a visit.
September 2020
Refurbishment very well done. An excellent pub in every way. - even though Lymington prices are way above those in Lincolnshire!
March 2020
This is a local’s pub with a good atmosphere. The food was pleasant but not spectacular.
June 2019
Pleasant welcoming pub with good food and dog friendly.
March 2019
Lounges
(Less than a mile)
(11)
Serving a variety of light lunch options, including Paninis, jacket potatoes and salads, as well as a lovely selection of cakes. Directly on the High Street, enjoy comfy seating at the front of the café to watch the world go by. Sit outside in the summer months with rear seating available in a shared courtyard.
Lounges (T: 01590 671122) 122 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AQ
Every time we come to Lymington this cafe is still brilliant and good value for money.
September 2023
Good crab sandwiches and dog friendly
August 2023
Lovely food
April 2023
Whenever we are in Lymington this is our favourite place to go for breakfast and lunch! They have so many options and everything we've tried has been lovely.
January 2023
Very friendly and accommodating staff. Good quality food at reasonable prices. Full English breakfast is a must; even though scrambled eggs were not on the menu, they were quite happy to do them.
May 2022
Lovely coffee and especially cake. Staff were cheery and welcoming. We also had a great breakfast here on our last morning.
November 2021
Breakfast before our journey home was simply brilliant and so reasonably priced. Lovely ladies serving. Surroundings quaint and homely.
September 2021
Very reasonably priced cafe serving nice cakes was well as sandwiches etc. Staff were very accommodating which is not easy in these COVID times !
June 2021
Great value breakfast and friendly service
May 2019
Tasty breakfast and welcoming cosy atmosphere. Very dog friendly.
March 2019
Lovely atmosphere, friendly buzzy place, excellent food and service.
April 2018
The Kings Head
(Less than a mile)
(33)
This distinguished town centre pub crowns the cobbled street leading to the town quay. Dating back over 300 years, the interior is both atmospheric and comfortable. There’s a large, roaring log fire to welcome guests on chilly days and pretty courtyard garden for when the sun shines. The bar is well stocked, featuring Cask Marque approved Fullers London Pride, Ringwood Best Bitter, Timothy Taylors Landlord, Youngs and HSB. Expect traditional pub food and light bites, plus a separate menu dedicated to vegetarians.
The Kings Head, (T:01590 672709) Quay Hill, Lymington SO41 3AR
Excellent pub, great atmosphere, very comfortable and well decorated. Pub food of a good standard.
February 2024
Superb Sunday Roast
December 2023
A warm and welcoming pub with a real fire. Great food and drink, A 15 minute walk from the flat (slightly more if the level crossing is down!), or else park in town.
November 2023
I began my 70th birthday celebrations here in November 2022 - only to find another 70th birthday girl in the adjoining area!! She shared a piece of her cake with me & we sang along together. The service was excellent; great beers & food delicious. Would thoroughly recommend.
October 2023
We visited this pub twice during our holiday and each time we really enjoyed our meals - especially the sea bass! Service was good and staff were very friendly - even though we arrived one busy night without booking a table, they managed to fit us in without a problem.
October 2023
Had a lovely meal at lunchtime. It was very busy but staff found us a table and all 5 meals were very good. Also dog friendly which is great for us.
September 2023
Yes a good friendly pub
September 2023
We found this to be a great pub. We went several times and had service with a smile each occasion. The quality of both food and beer was excellent. 5 stars from me !
September 2023
Fabulous cocktails
April 2023
A great location and a super friendly atmosphere.
April 2023
Friendly pub with very good food
January 2023
Excellent food and service. Steak and Ale pie and Red Snapper were fabulous. Booked ahead as gets very busy.
August 2022
A proper English pub, we popped in for a couple of drinks. It's not cheap but I think you have to factor in an extra few pounds a round for the wonderful atmosphere inside.
February 2022
Highly recommend So warm and cosy and very attentive and friendly staff.
February 2022
Had a very enjoyable evening meal here, excellent food, wine and value for money
January 2022
Great food and exceptional service
October 2021
A warm welcome and good service. The Sunday lunch was absolutely splendid. Thank you Chef
September 2021
We had a great meal here one evening. Particularly convenient from the Cottage!
August 2021
Nice traditional pub serving simple but very tasty pub grub, serving flat beer.
July 2021
Great pub with v good beer and lovely pub food. V friendly and helpful staff. V well managed in terms of managing social distancing.
July 2021
superb Sunday roast - we've enjoyed both take-away and sit-in over the years.
June 2021
Due to lock down restrictions we were unable, this time, to visit the restaurant. However, we did try the take away service on two occasions and both times the food was excellent and the presentation and service first class.
May 2021
Our favourite pub in the heart of Lymington. A warm & welcoming atmosphere, lovely staff and hearty portions of good pub grub.
October 2020
Such a pretty pub. Lots of nooks and crannies, colourful cushions and friendly staff. We had lunch here and the steak and ale pie was just what the doctor ordered on a chilly autumn day. Comfort food on a plate. Portions are extremely generous and even though we only shared a starter , sadly we couldn’t finish our main meals. Would highly recommend.
October 2020
Ate here twice during our recent visit to Lymington. Staff were welcoming and friendly, the pub was comfortable and warm and the food was absolutely delicious on both occasions. The best burger my husband has had in a long time, so he said and I could eat plate after plate of the brie starter!
October 2020
Nice cosy pub but staff's attitude was disappointing.
November 2019
This is a good local pub, we ate their twice in a week. Friendly service and really good staff. It was off season so we didn’t book, but I guess in summer booking to eat would be required.
June 2019
Food and staff really good but the seats were filthy and need changing urgently
June 2019
Lovely atmospheric pub. Dog friendly. Best Steak and Ale Pie I have ever had, served with excellent fresh vegetables and cracking chips! This was the only place during our stay in Lymington where we ate twice, going back especially on our last night.
March 2019
Quite pleasant,food good
September 2018
Great little boozer. I could happily sit in there all evening chatting and drinking! Menu looked ok although we didn't eat. It's got lots of small sections which adds to the atmosphere but isn't ideal for kids and prams. We went without the kids and loved it. Great playlist in the background too!
July 2017
Stopped for a drink, nice cosy pub, would be lovely in the winter with the fires lit. Perfect location if you are staying in Lymington.
June 2017
Beautiful traditional pub. Food was good. They had a children's menu but no high chair or baby changing facilities
June 2017
Café Aroma
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Café Aroma, formerly known as Trés Bon, is a fantastic deli and café in Lymington. Serving a variety of hot and cold food from Breakfast to 5.30pm. You can either eat in on one of two floors of seating, or simply take away.
Café Aroma (T: 01590 673064) 22 High Street, Lymington SO41 9AD
Get the hot duck baguette! It is amazing!!
June 2017
The Angel & Blue Pig
(Less than a mile)
(13)
A stylish and elegant gastro pub on the high street, whose origins date back to the 13th century. Lots of wooden beams, bare brick walls, large fire place and pretty soft furnishings - there’s also outside seating. The Angel and Blue Pig specialize in steaks, which receive great reviews. The main menu changes each month and is supplemented by daily specials. All the dishes are creative, varied and beautifully presented. A delightful spot for a drink or bite to eat.
The Angel & Blue Pig (T: 01590 672050) Lymington SO41 9AP
Excellent food and hospitality
October 2023
Had a wonderful meal here in a beautiful old building. The food and service were very good. Would recommend
September 2023
Fabulous location in the heart of the shopping area, nice and quiet on the day we visited. Lovely comfortable decor and seating with plenty of space.
June 2023
Great steak and good service
July 2021
A decent pub serving decent food at a decent price. I very much enjoyed the meal, shame about the flat beer.
July 2021
Nice pub in the centre of Lymington, food was lovely, shame there wasn't any cask ales - we visited this pub for lunch on the basis of the Good Pub Guide.
May 2021
Good food and service
September 2020
Friendly staff, good food, comfortable surroundings
August 2020
Very disappointing. So much so that I submitted a complaint to customer service via email and the response was very unsatisfactory too! My advice would be to avoid.
November 2019
Visited this pub whilst on holiday. My wife and I had the intention of eating there, although we had not booked. We ordered 2 drinks (beer) which I could not drink at all. I took them back to the bar with the intention of asking them to be replaced. I waited for 15 minutes. During this time the 2 bar staff who were on duty walked past several times whilst serving other customers. Neither showed any interest in finding out what my problem was or that they knew I was there. In the end I left the beer on the bar and walked out. I have visited Lymington several times in the past and hope to holiday there again in the future, but I will never go into this place again.
May 2019
Very disappointing and long delay in seating us on arrival despite having a reservation.
January 2018
We loved this pub! We went with the kids for a quick drink around lunchtime and then came back in the evening without the kids. Great atmosphere, well furnished, and great drinks on offer. The menu looked fantastic too, however, we didn't get to sample it! We'll definitely go again if we return to Lymington.
July 2017
Perfect for lunch. They have a £6 lunchtime menu which offers excellent value for money. I had the wild mushroom linguine. Delicious and good sized portion. My husband had the burger which comes with fries and homemade ketchup. Staff are friendly and chatty too which is nice.
June 2017
St Barbe Museum
(Less than a mile)
(18)
St Barbe Museum explores the unique history of Lymington and the New Forest Coast. The hands-on displays provide a fascinating journey of discovery for all ages, charting Lymington’s development as a market town and port and looking at the smugglers and boat builders who have used the Solent shore. The art galleries host an exclusive programme of exhibitions that regularly works on loan from national and regional collections.
pleasant cafe also
February 2024
Visited on a damp day on my own, interesting museum and a good Art Gallery within the same building. Very nice and well staffed cafe area with a good selection of tasty food and nice coffee.
October 2023
Had a nice meal here upon arrival in Lymington. Very pleasant helpful staff. Also, a very nice gift shop, and Tourist Information centre.
October 2023
Brilliant Museum and the cafe is excellent
September 2023
Excellent museum that tells the story of the town and local area and also has space for changing exhibitions. Also acts as the local visitor info centre and has plenty of information about things to do in the area. There's also a nice gift shop and super little cafe.
September 2023
Great little museum. Very informative about the history of the area and even our teenagers enjoyed the dinosaur exhibit.
August 2022
A bit of a hidden gem really, very good and informative displays in a well laid out and spacious environment, we particularly liked the community involvement with a group of local children very actively enjoying the surroundings, the coffee shop and the engaging and helpful staff. If anything the museum could sell itself to the public better - we nearly didn't go in as there was little to explain what was inside other than the art galleries
May 2022
Wonderful art exhibition and everyone was very helpful. Great cafe and recommend the coffee and biscuits!
October 2021
Well worth spending a morning learning about the history of Lymington and the wider New Forest area. There is always an interesting pop up exhibition too. The cafe is great and serves lovely home made food.
October 2021
Well worth a visit. Tasty food and good service.
October 2021
Very interesting museum and when we visited there was an art exhibition which was an added bonus.
June 2021
Have visited the museum previously and found it interesting, having grown up locally. Now has an excellent coffee shop.
September 2020
We had a nice coffee on terrace of their café - didn't get a chance to visit Museum itself, but found some great cards + gifts in shop!
September 2020
Brilliant exhibition and we loved the museum. Our boys attended a free needle felting workshop and and came home with wonderful art work!
February 2020
interesting small museum with good displays
September 2019
Loved our visit to the museum, really friendly staff and despite compact size whiled away a couple of hours. Well worth a visit!
April 2019
Really interesting small museum packed with information and an exceptional display in the art gallery
October 2018
Extremely interesting museum, enjoyed the art,. Very welcoming reception and good cafe. I fully recommend a visit
June 2018
Puffin Cruises
(Less than a mile)
(12)
Puffin Cruises in Lymington is a fun and exciting way to explore this part of the world and see its natural beauty from the water, whether you’re merely enjoying the ferry service, taking a 30 minute river cruise or opting for an hour long picnic or sunset cruise - there’s something for every mood. Trips run daily from the town’s historic quay, weather permitting!
A fun and relaxing way to spend half an hour. Would recommend but wish they did longer cruises too
September 2023
A pleasant river trip, and informative. Worth taking 30 mins to do this.
September 2023
First class
September 2023
Ver clean, comfortable boat and the Captain was friendly and very informative
September 2023
test2
December 2022
Very interesting and enjoyable trip down the river. Wish it had been longer!
July 2022
Thoroughly enjoyable
May 2022
Lovely trip out on the boat. We had the boat to ourselves and my children both had a turn at driving which they were really pleased about. I wish they did trips that were a little longer than half an hour.
April 2022
Would loved to have experienced this cruise but it was closed the entire week that we stayed in Lymington
October 2021
Excellent 30 minute cruise around the harbour! We would book again no problem! Our captain was Phil who was very knowledgeable and courteous.
September 2021
Really enjoyed this fun, informative trip around the Lymingron river passing the beautiful yachts in the marina and spotting the birds in the sea grass.
June 2019
Gidhrslhc
June 2018
Walhampton Golf Course
(Less than a mile)
A nine hole golf course in a tranquil New Forest setting, Walhampton Golf Course is an informal environment with a friendly clubhouse. The accessible links course welcomes all ages and abilities to take part on the course with green fees starting at £12.50 for visitors.
Lymington Sea Water Baths
(Less than a mile)
(9)
A vital summer attraction in this famous town, the Lymington Sea Water Baths have been welcoming visitors since 1833. These days the options are a little more varied with water sports including kayaking, paddle boarding, aqua jousting, zorbing and children’s splash pools all available. There is a cafe on site, all necessary facilities and entry prices depend on the activities you want to take part in.
Click Here for further information
Wonderful 1833 pool - I preferred the 20 degree temperature to the stifling 30 degree in the Leisure Centre. Very friendly staff. The most spacious pool I've swum in anywhere. Swam here most days £4.00 for two hours a bargain.
September 2023
We swam here pretty much every morning of our stay that it was open. Good value for general swimming - the more expensive inflatables course looked like great fun but we didn't try it ourselves. Such a good way to start the day, and a great facility for the town as there's no beach. Would have been even better if it opened earlier or later in the day.
September 2023
We spent an afternoon there and the children enjoyed the inflatables. The weather was good. Changing rooms not clearly signed though.
August 2023
Brilliant place loved it although water was bracing
August 2023
This is a must for everyone, especially for teenagers who love a challenge. We left our two on the assault course for 2 hours whilst we wandered the salt marshes on the Solent Way nearby. The ice cream kiosk next to the baths is value for money too and sells the local ice cream with generous portions.
August 2022
Planning to go there as looked good with all the fun equipment you could hire but found the cost for a family of six (two adults, four children) too expensive so did not go after all.
August 2021
We had a great time on the inflatables one morning. My son loved it! Friendly staff and good to hire wet suits.
August 2021
Did paddle boarding here, a great safe place to give it a try.
August 2021
Great activity, kids loved it! Harder than it looks.
August 2021
Hermit Charters
(Less than a mile)
(1)
On a skippered Luxury Flybridge Motor Boat, Hermit Charters gives you the opportunity to take a small party of friends on a luxury experience on the water without breaking the bank. For families or private parties, it’s a delightful way to head out fishing to catch bass, plaice, black bream or needles cod, or simply to enjoy the view from the water. You can even take the family dog on board!
Click Here for further information
Fab location with great garden and pool.
July 2020
Milford on Sea
(4 miles)
(16)
A beautiful shingle beach with pretty painted beach huts, plenty of parking, and excellent coastal walks along Hurst spit to Hurst Castle with clear views of the Isle of Wight and needles. The superb Raft Rocks Restaurant is worth a visit with its Art deco style and roof terrace. You can also walk across the wildlife marshes to Keyhaven harbour and (in season) take the boat to Hurst Castle or the Isle of Wight.
Lovely sea walk within 15 minutes of the cottage.
March 2024
A lovely place to stay. So much to see and do locally and within easy reach.
August 2023
Milford on Sea is a very quintessential English village which has retained all its charm. The seafront is a delight to stroll along and The Needles Eye Cafe produces lovely coffee and lunches which is well worth a visit. A walk around Sturt Pond is also enjoyable and through to the village.
June 2023
Lovely quiet location for a beach walk. Great for watching the sea and waves without the crowds.
June 2023
Brilliant beach.
September 2022
Beautiful beach with views to The Isle of Wight. Good for swimming, picnics and walking. Very good car parking and public toilets. Lots of good places to eat and drink either next to the beach or in the village, a short walk away
July 2022
A proper gem. Great location for the new forest. The village is great and was only a short walk from our house. Not too busy or full of holiday makers. We will be back.
October 2021
One of my favourite places
July 2021
Good place to go if you have a buggy or wheelchair as there is a tarmac path along the top of the cliffs with great views of the Needles, plenty of parking and a kiosk serving refreshments.
September 2020
Lovely village with adequate shops on a very pretty green.
September 2019
Due to my husband breaking his leg we hired a mobility scooter for our holiday. It was a joy to ride along the front at Milford. Wonderful views of The Needles and lots of benches along the way too. Great access from the car parks. Would be great if the short path from Milford to Keyhaven could be the same good surface. We felt the rough stones would be too hard to ride on.
June 2019
Love Milford on Sea so old fashioned hasn't changed much since I use go as a child in the 1960/70s
April 2019
great walking area, small cafe-the needles, children climbing play park- crashing waves over stoned beach
March 2019
Great for a dog walk along the spit to Hurst Castle. Needles Eye cafe is a welcome break, quite good food but very busy and a bit basic.
December 2017
Fantastic sea location with goods pubs, shops etc
November 2017
Lovely village, plenty of shops and places to eat - no post office though.
June 2017
Barton on Sea
(6 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Highcliffe Beach
(8 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(8 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Lepe Beach
(9 miles)
Some of the best views of the Solent can be enjoyed from over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area. Beach front car park.
Your selected break
Other available dates
Book now & only pay 1/3 today
With our advanced booking deposit scheme only pay 1/3 today (available on bookings over 6 weeks in advance).
Your booking is safe and secure