Title: Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Cottage in Fordingbridge with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Ground Floor: Open plan living space. ![Dining - Ground Floor: Open plan living space. (Midgham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72282700/72282677/91f68f95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher - Ground Floor: Open plan living space. (Midgham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72282700/72282677/3d1e5f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ground Floor: Open plan living space. (Midgham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72282700/72282677/257348cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ground Floor: Open plan living space. (Midgham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72282700/72282677/3e95d040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ground Floor: Open plan living space. (Midgham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72282700/72282677/592f9fd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the New Forest in Homewood, a luxury barn conversion offering real country charm. Unwind in your private garden with sitting area, barbecue and firepit or explore the 40-acre ancient woodland on site. Enjoy freshly laid eggs from the chickens and high-speed WiFi throughout. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Two electric vehicle charging points on-site (with charge assist). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. This recent barn conversion offers luxury accommodation with 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 shape 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 BBQ with outside seating. There is also a pizza oven shared between the four properties and booked on request. Homewood has two gardens, East and South facing and is very light and airy 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. Discover the scenic walks from your door starting with a private 40-acre ancient woodland which lies along the western escarpment of the Avon Valley and was used to hide tanks during the build up to D Day, filled with bluebells during the season, and at one end joins the Avon Valley path, which leads all the way from Christchurch to Salisbury. For those that like the outdoor lifestyle this is an excellent situation; 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 cable wakeboarding, with an aqua park, kayaking and other water sports. For those bringing dogs, there are plenty of excellent walks all around, 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 orienteering, Go Ape, cycle hire, golf, forest Segway, walking groups, canoeing, petanque and craft making. The New Forest National Park provides miles of scenic walks and a network of bridle paths and footpaths, you find ponies, donkeys and cattle roaming freely. The charming town of Fordingbridge, which has a host of shops, cafés and eateries, and the gentle flowing River Avon through the town are also both nearby. Ringwood has a good selection of shops and restaurants and is about a 15-minute drive away. The barn conversions are well placed for road links to the cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury, Christchurch Harbour, and the coast, including Sandbanks, Poole and Bournemouth. 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. There are many amazing country houses and gardens such as Broadlands - Romey, Wilton House – Salisbury, Kingston Lacy – Wimboune, Exbury House & Gardens – Beaulieu, Breamore House, and Museum – Breamore added to this the seasonal events such as the 3 days New Forest Show, The Great Dorset Steam Fair, Coco Fair Downton, The Great Dorset Chilli Festival. Or come down for a golfing holiday and use the cottage as you base when playing at some of the local courses such as: Broadstone, Remedy Oak, Fendown, Hampworth, Brokenhurst Manor, Bramshaw. 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. One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking). 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 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Canoeing nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - 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 ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95880900/95880846/3e1b6f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maple Brook Lodge Modern 3-Bedroom Unit Near New Forest Downton - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Gym [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=95880846&PinnedHotelID=95880846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34450700/34450651/7d426f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Cottage | New Forest | Families | Friends Redlynch - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=34450651&PinnedHotelID=34450651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106800000/106796300/106796271/9c38ab20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4BD Home with Patio garden, BBQ and Parking Romsey - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=106796271&PinnedHotelID=106796271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112500000/112490600/112490514/931f1b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yew Tree Cottage - detached cob cottage in the heart of Nomansland. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK36205-UK36205 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.91362%2C-1.80689&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qDwnR4W01GtRl88iYzEovSsyAO8=) Midgham #### What's nearby - Fordingbridge Town Hall \- 6 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Fordingbridge Museum \- 6 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Fordingbridge Hospital \- 6 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Fordingbridge Library \- 6 min drive \- 2.3 miles - New Forest National Park \- 8 min drive \- 3.6 miles #### Getting around - Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 23 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Altrullo - ‬14 min drive - ‪Forzza Pizza - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Moody cow - ‬7 min drive - ‪High Corner Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Foresters Arms - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ground Floor: Open plan living space. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ground Floor: Open plan living space.? ### What time is check-in at Ground Floor: Open plan living space.? ### What time is check-out at Ground Floor: Open plan living space.? ### Where is Ground Floor: Open plan living space. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather Pembrey 8 Nov 2025 #### This was a real gem! Really spacial accommodation, comfortable beds, and the pool table was a knocko This was a real gem! Really spacial accommodation, comfortable beds, and the pool table was a knockout! We would book again just for that! It was a real ice breaker and fun for all ages.Within walking distance of several good places to eat and driving distance (about 25 minutes) of Bournemouth and other lovely places.The kitchen was very well equipped, including a wine fridge, and was high spec.Can't wait til our next visit! ##### Heather Pembrey ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)