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'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 511 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Highcliffe on Sea, Dorset
  • Place, Highcliffe Castle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Avon Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mudeford Quay
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

This cottage is a short stroll from Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach. The cottage includes a refrigerator and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Highcliffe Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Highcliffe Castle - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Avon Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Mudeford Quay - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 3 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Amberwood - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Globe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Walkford - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Arowana Take Away - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Cat and Fiddle (Harvester) - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea

Horseshoe Lodge

This 18th century thatched cottage sits within a small community of beautiful historic thatched buildings beside Chewton Common, Highcliffe.

Horseshoe Lodge is a 3 bedroom detached home, over two floors, with its own private enclosed garden
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The beautiful interior has been thoughtfully renovated to give all the conveniences of modern day living while keeping its original character and charm.

It can easily sleep 5 adults with a twin bedroom on the first floor, plus a double with king on the ground floor along with a single bedroom and shared family bathroom.

The well-appointed kitchen has a washer-dryer, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, oven, and hob, plus, a stovetop coffee pot and a grinder for your fresh cup of coffee (if you'd like an alternative to the great cafes close by).

The spacious yet cosy lounge/dining room has comfortable sofas, widescreen TV, DVD player and a stack of family games, books and DVDs.

Guests can access the garage, where they can find a freezer and plenty of storage space for any bikes, surfboards or kayaks you might want to bring.

The cottage is located in Highcliffe on Sea, which is famous for its scenic stretch of coastline and very close to the New Forest National Park. A gorgeous sandy beach is within walking distance where breathtaking views from the cliff top take in a sweep of scenery, including the Isle of Wight and the ‘Needles', Mudeford and Hengistbury Head. Magnificent coastal and forest walks make this an ideal area for those who enjoy the great outdoors, whether it is on foot, bicycle or horseback.

There's a reserved parking space outside for guests, with more space in the streets surrounding the property.

The cottage has its own garden area with outdoor seating and established trees and plants, making it a great outdoor sanctuary.

Central heating throughout. As this is a thatched property, we are unable to allow use of the fireplace for safety and insurance reasons.

The property is strictly no smoking.

Activities: If you've exhausted the beach and exploring the New Forest, there's plenty of other activities on offer. A round of golf can be booked at either Highcliffe Castle, Brockenhurst or Barton on Sea Golf Clubs. Spoil yourself and book a meal at one of the fantastic restaurants in the area or enjoy a pamper day at the award winning Chewton Glen Country Club & Day Spa. For the kids, there's the dry ski slope, sailing activities at Mudeford Quay, and of course, lots of sea, surf and sand. There's even a dry ski slope, a short drive away.
The cottage is heated and features 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 shared bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

578372

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Christchurch, a short 14-minute walk from Barton-on-sea Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Highcliffe Beach. You'll also find New Forest National Park and Highcliffe Castle within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Are there hot tubs at 'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 9.1 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 27.6 mi away (41-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at 'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at 'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea.

'Horseshoe Lodge', Character Lodge in Highcliffe on Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charlotte

Lovely little place, great for the four of us and our 3 dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic, highly recommended

The cottage is comfortable, quiet and well-equipped. It is well-situated for the New Forest and the seaside. It was a perfect for a group of friends for a long weekend stay, including a visit to Bournemouth and cycling. Jane was very helpful and responsive. Spacious kitchen with lots of pans and equipment for a roast dinner. Enclosed garden. There are shops supermarkets nearby. Very pleased with the choice, i would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Cottage

A lovely property and everything went like clockwork. A small doorway to the downstairs single bedroom caught my husband’s head out quite a few times ( You think he would have remembered after the first half dozen!) A step between the dining area and lounge, we were sure would catch us out but it never did, thankfully. Everything we needed was on hand and the cottage is situated very nicely in a quiet area but close enough to shops and the seafront. The enclosed front garden was good for our dogs. With stone floors it was a bit chilly at times but the heating control was easy to understand and we warmed up in no time. All in all a lovely few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property for a quiet getaway with your furry friends

Excellent quality of all bedding, furniture, great service and lots of great walks to the beach. Definitely be back. NB: perfect for your canine friends, so accommodating (except the neighbours who clearly don’t like dogs)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and welcoming

Beautiful property, well appointed and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab stay in a quaint little cottage

We stayed here for a week during the Easter hoildays and really enjoyed our stay. It's a beautiful little cottage and there was plenty of room for our family of four (all over 18) and our dog. We found a selection of board games to play as the weather could have been better!! There is the lovely Highcliffe beach a 15 minute walk away and a great choice of cafes and takeaways in Highcliffe. The property had everything we needed although there is not too much outside area and no grass (all chippings) but the front garden is enclosed so our dog could go out without any worries. Had a bottle of wine waiting for us on arrival which went down very well thank you. It was a lovely little cottage indeed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice comfortable overall good

Well secluded close to shops and beaches and walks loved it well recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fairy lodge

Lovely home from home property. Walking distance of the beach and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
:-)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025