Title: New Forest Cottages Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74747558&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # New Forest Cottages Cottage in Fordingbridge, 5-minute walk to New Forest National Park ## Photo gallery for New Forest Cottages ![10 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - New Forest Cottages (Godshill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74747600/74747558/c9f826ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - New Forest Cottages (Godshill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74747600/74747558/863c3df1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - New Forest Cottages (Godshill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74747600/74747558/dc61ca21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - New Forest Cottages (Godshill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74747600/74747558/04539e1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - New Forest Cottages (Godshill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74747600/74747558/2f41e915.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the New Forest National Park, Mews Hill and Criddlestyle Cottage offer a tranquil retreat with modern comforts. Enjoy extensive grounds featuring trampolines, barbecues, and seating areas for up to 11 guests. Inside, discover spacious accommodations with fully-fitted kitchens and generous bedrooms. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 10 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 21 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### New Forest Cottages Our two New Forest Cottages, Mews Hill and Criddlestyle Cottage are adjacent properties but have their own grounds. Mews Hill is a modern chalet style property that has been constantly updated and improved to provide 5-star accommodation. It sits within its’ own extensive grounds within the New Forest National Park and can accommodate up to 11 guests. On the ground floor you will find a double bedroom; a king size bedroom with a high ceiling and a disabled en-suite shower room; a cloakroom and a family bathroom with a separate shower enclosure and bath. On the first floor, there is a family bedroom with double bed and single bed; a shower room; a twin bedroom and a further twin bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Criddlestyle Cottage can accommodate up to 10 people in 5 bedrooms. The kitchen is fully fitted with an electric hob & double oven, microwave, full height fridge and separate freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer.The 5 bedrooms are on one level within the cottage. Bedroom 1 has a king-size double bed and en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a double bed; bedroom three has adult sized bunk beds and bedroom four has a double bed and en-suite shower room. The fifth bedroom has twin beds and an en-suite shower room. Mews Hill has a table that can be extended to seat 21 so you are all able to eat in one house. Within the gardens, there are 2 large trampoline, 2 barbecues and seating for up to 11 on the patio areas. There is also a substantial and high integral double games garage which has a full sized table tennis table and an adult table football table in Mews Hill. Both Cottages have their own full-size climbing frames for children of all ages to enjoy. Hot tubs available to hire in both Criddlestyle Cottage or Mews Hill at £325 each hot tub for a weekend or midweek break or £400 each hot tub for a week stay. EV charging is available please enquire for details. There is a enough space in the Mews Hill front garden or adjoining paddock for a marque to be set up. There is parking for up to 9 cars and also the facility to bring your own horses on a DIY basis in the adjoining 2-acre paddock with stables for up to two horses. There is an adjoining bridleway giving access to an extensive network of bridleways throughout the National Park. Private fishing is available on an 80 yard stretch of the Hampshire Avon, approximately 150 yards from the properties. (Additional charge for fishing and stabling). Immediately adjoining Mews Hill, is a small enclosed copse with picnic bench, as well as providing the perfect picnic area, the fencing also provides a great dog run! Enjoy. A wonderful Welcome pack is provided including a bottle of Prosecco, New Forest Spring Water locally produced Tutti Fruity Jam, Biscuits, Milk, Tea & Coffee\*. Also a discount Go New Forest card to be used locally which can provide discounts when used with participating businesses. \* Contents may vary. First basket of logs free then £7.50 a bag thereafter. Dog charge at £40 each. For larger groups why not add the Mews Hill Glamping Hut that sleeps 2 or Jessica our VW vintage Bay campervan (only available in the warmer months) that sleeps 2 adults and 2 small children. 10 x bedroom, 7x bathrooms and WC Amenities: iron & ironing board, bed linen & towels, washing machine, dishwasher, 11x cable tv, terrace, satellite tv, wheelchair access possible, garden, pets are welcome, handicapped rooms/facilities, no smoking rooms/facilities, safe deposit, smoke detectors, heating, smoking allowed, pets accepted under request, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher, designated smoking area, first aid kit, accessible path of travel, medical emergency contact, police emergency contact, parties allowed, bath with shower, cloakroom, 2x shower room, family friendly, 2x en suite shower, 3x double bed, single bed, 2x king size bed, 3x pair of twin beds, en suite bathroom, ensuite, bunk bed Pets - allowed Whilst it walking distance to amenities such as Sandy Balls it is advisable to hire a car to get the most from the area. Alternatively cycle hire is available from the town. By Car: From Salisbury: take the A338 south to Fordingbridge and Ringwood. Bear left off the A338 at the main exit to Fordingbridge. . From Ringwood: take the A338 north to Fordingbridge and Salisbury. Take the exit to Fordingbridge the exit slip road ends at a T-junction with the old Southampton Road. Detail arrival instructions given when full balance is paid By Train Nearest train station is Salisbury 12 miles 24 min drive By Bus Bus Route is X3 from Ringwood or from Salisbury with stop at Fordingbridge Hillwood Car and Fuels then 14 min walk up Southampton Road towards Godshill We can arrange a taxi from sailsbury train station ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 10 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 6 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 23 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a 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 3108623 ## About the area Fordingbridge is home to this cottage. Fordingbridge Museum and Breamore House and Countryside Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bramshaw Golf Club and Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood. Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World and Cranborne Manor are also worth visiting. [Visit our Fordingbridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fordingbridge.dx182520) [View more Cottages in Fordingbridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fordingbridge-Cottages.d182520-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C50.92789%2C-1.76875&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QgqB93MQCmaBoY_oDCwLXymthTo=) Godshill, ENG ### What's nearby - ![A beautiful river walk in The New Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046242/b7861582-3dd0-4924-9caa-7ab9cfa8b6c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New Forest National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Godshill Village Hall 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Fordingbridge Museum 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Fordingbridge Hospital 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Fordingbridge Town Hall 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Pokesdown for Boscombe Station 21 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 12 min drive - The Moody cow 3 min drive - The Foresters Arms 3 min drive - The Bull 9 min drive - Bat & Ball Pub 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is New Forest Cottages pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at New Forest Cottages? ### What time is check-in at New Forest Cottages? ### What time is check-out at New Forest Cottages? ### Where is New Forest Cottages located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## New Forest Cottages Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Tim A. 3 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for a large group A group of my family numbering 12 adults 7 children and 2 dogs spent a long weekend celebrating a 76th birthday, sharing two properties, Mews Hill and Criddlestyle Cottage. We all had a fantastic time and the facilitites were all exactly as described and made for a brilliant time together. Thanks! ##### Tim A. 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