Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Barbecue. Two electric vehicle charging points on-site (with charge assist). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This recent barn conversion offers a real country charm and is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend and escape to the country. It is an idyllic base from which to explore this stunning part of the New Forest and Dorset. All the accommodation - Larch Cottage (ref UK36198) Ash Hill (ref UK36199), Homewood (ref UK36205) and Sika Cottage (UK36194) adjoin one another and can be booked together to accommodate 20 guests, with the owners’ permission. All the properties have polished concrete floors with rugs and are furnished using natural woods of differing origins; each property has a stunning feature glass staircase. All the cottages have their own enclosed area with firepit and barbecue with outside seating. There is also a pizza oven shared between the four properties and can be booked on request.
Ash Hill has wonderful views overlooking the woods and you can clearly see the tower of Fordingbridge’s 12th century church in the distance. There is also a rustic play area for children and freshly laid eggs daily from the on-site chickens! For guests who may wish to bring a horse, the owners offer a stabling option by prior arrangement.
For those that like the outdoor lifestyle this will make the ideal retreat; there is on-site archery, axe throwing and fishing in the River Avon (licence required). Nearby there is horse riding, the New Forest Water Park, for kayaking and other water sports. For those bringing dogs, there are plenty of excellent walk, many of which offer great bird and wildlife spotting.
Places to visit include Alderholt Mill, which has a working watermill open to visitors and offers cream teas at the weekend during the summer, and Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, which has Go Ape, orienteering, cycle hire, golf, forest Segway, walking groups, canoeing, petanque and craft making. Other places of interest include Beaulieu Motor Museum, Marwell Zoo, Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World, Adventure Wonderland, Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum, New Forest Wildlife Park and maritime Southampton.
All cottages have super-fast full fibre broadband Wi-Fi and access to electric car chargers. Beach 15 miles. Shop on-site, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The owners also have other holiday cottage less than 100 meters away that together sleep 14 guests should you wish to have your extend family with you for a special occasion or team building experience. UK2539, UK2540, UK2541 and UK34263.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
The super-fast full fibre broadband WiFi has a download speed of 90. Electric car charging by arrangement with owner.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washing machine.
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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: 18
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
su-UK36199-UK36199
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Fordingbridge, close to Fordingbridge Museum, Godshill Village Hall, and Breamore House and Countryside Museum. You'll also find New Forest National Park and Moors Valley Country Park within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
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.
Is Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. a good place to stay for couples?
At this riverfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.
Does Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. have a hot tub?
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 Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms 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 13.6 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 28.7 mi away (42-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.?
No, you won't find cottage with balconies at Ground Floor:
Open plan living space..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space. Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We had a lovely peaceful week at Ash hill. It wasn't too far from the local shops. It was very clean and lovely outside space. Had everything you could possibly need. We took a person we support away but I would go back there myself.
Ian Atkinson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne Northeast
Feb 5, 2026
Good space and facilities.
Good space and facilities. Very warm and clean and well equipped. The things that let it down were superficial but annoying . Two of the toilet seats needed tightening up and the fridge door opened away from the user.You kept having to remember to go to the other side to open the fridge.Sounds a bit carping but you did ask!!
Anne Northeast
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gayner Potts
Sep 5, 2025
This is our sixth visit to Midgham, but our first stay in Ash Hill.
This is our sixth visit to Midgham, but our first stay in Ash Hill. It was absolutely beautiful with everything needed for a relaxing stay. The kitchen has everything you need, the bed was so comfortable and the bathrooms were spotless. You really appreciate the peace and quiet here.Our only negative is it was too hot, the heating is controlled centrally so there is no way of adjusting. Even after opening windows it was still too warm. However, we love it here and will be booking our seventh visit in the near future.
Gayner Potts
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jack Barbary
Apr 9, 2025
This is possibly the best place I’ve stayed in for years.
This is possibly the best place I’ve stayed in for years. A couple of very minor winges, there were a few cobwebs that could have been removed. Also the heating was way too high which meant we had to open all the windows. Obviously this is a personal choice but if we’d had control of it we’d have been able to turn it off for a while.These are small things and overall the property is fantastic.