Title: Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk
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# Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach
Family-friendly cottage in Lymington
- Overview
- Amenities
- Policies
- Location
In the heart of Milford on Sea, Seashell Cottage is a modern and cozy two-bedroom haven. Step into the lounge with its feature fireplace and comfortable seating or unwind in the pretty courtyard garden with a picnic table for al fresco dining. The fully equipped kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing meals, while fibre broadband WiFi keeps you connected.
10
Exceptional
### Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
## Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Free WiFi
## Add dates for prices
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach
Seashell Cottage is a modern, cosy two bedroom holiday cottage, situated in a Small Mews development; one of six in the heart of Milford on Sea. (07840 487998) Originally Milford on Seas Cottage hospital and subsequent to that the village telephone exchange. This delightful holiday home has been refurbished to a high standard and ideal for couples or families .( we only accept children over 2 yrs out of a cot )
There is entrance to drive off the high street leading to a private entrance. Directly off hallway is the lounge; a feature fireplace, oak mantel and scaffold board detailing combined with large widescreen TV inclusive with DVD player amazon fire stick access to Netflix , fibre broadband WiFi , as well as comfortable and homely seating two double sofas . Sliding patio doors lead to the self contained pretty courtyard garden with picnic table for Al Fresco Dining and new for 2024 rattan lounge set. The hallway leads to a fully equipped kitchen / diner. Stairs lead to a first floor landing, off which includes a tastefully refurbished bathroom and two bedrooms 1 x king and 1 x superking bed ; comfortably sleeping 4 people
Bedroom 1- King size bed
Bedroom 2- Superking bed
We regret that we are unable to accept any pets and smoking is prohibited within the property
Milford on Sea is a popular and quaint seaside village with a superb range of independent shops, and pubs which are open all year round. There are several restaurants catering for all culinary tastes, including Italian,Indian, Thai and traditional food. Award winning Verviene fish market restaurant offers fine dining and we would recommend booking in advance. Walking out of the cottage and round to the High street is the newly refurbished Saltwater Cafe .Additionally a few paces further into the village, there is the award winning Smugglers Inn, The Cave ,Hurst on the Hill and Rays Italian to mention just a few. There are various events held on the village green and these prove extremely popular.
Milford on Sea boasts a fabulous stone and sand beach just a 5 minutes walk from the property, with spectacular views across the Solent including panoramic views of The Needles, Isle of Wight and Christchurch Bay. Take picturesque walks towards Hordle Cliff, Keyhaven and Hurst Castle or just relax and enjoy the beach and a summer swim. A further 10 minutes walk leads to the stunning Keyhaven and nature reserve, including a idyllic bridge for children to go crabbing and fishing.
Further take a 10 minute drive into the New Forest National Park and enjoy a range of stunning walks, cycle rides or horse riding whilst exploring the pretty villages of Brockenhurst, Burley, Beaulieu, Sway and Lyndhurst. Lymington; the main town including high street shops and our beautiful Quay and marina is well worth a visit .
There is also kayak and bike hire in the village
In addition we provide a New Forest Parking Clock allowing free parking in car parks during your stay .
## Property amenities
### Beach
- Beach nearby
### Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
### Parking and transport
- Free offsite parking
- Car recommended
- Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
### Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
### Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
### Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Music library
- Netflix
- Streaming services
- TV
### Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Comfort
- Heating
### Pets
- No pets allowed
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: No smoking allowed please inside the property.
### Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
### Location highlights
- In a village
- In the city centre
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
### Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
### 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
### General
- Garden
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
### Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
### Special check-in instructions
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
### Rules
Please could footwear be left in the hallway and removed before proceeding upstairs.
Sorry we are unable to accept children 2-4 yrs
### Access methods
Private entrance
### Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Apologies we are not able to allow pets
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: we are at the rear off road
### Events
No events allowed
No stag or Hen dos or group parties.
### Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed please inside the property.
## Important information
### You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No stag or Hen dos or group parties.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
### We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
### Property is also known as
Seashell Milford On Sea Forest
Seashell Cottage Milford On Sea
Luxury Seashell Cottage Milford on Sea New Forest Beach Cottage
## About the area
Located in Lymington, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Lymington Pier Ferry Port and Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Lymington Sea Water Baths and New Forest Cider. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
[Visit our Lymington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lymington.dx181548)
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Milford on Sea, England
### What's nearby
- Milford on Sea Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
- Hurst Castle - 27 min drive - 2.5 miles
- Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive - 9.3 miles
- Colwell Bay Beach - 53 min drive - 11.4 miles
### Getting around
- New Milton Station - 11 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 36 min drive
### Restaurants
- Saltwater Cafe - 1 min walk
- The Beach House - 9 min walk
- Smugglers Inn - 1 min walk
- The Coastal Bakery - 2 min walk
- The Mill at Gordleton - 8 min drive
## Frequently asked questions
### Is Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach pet-friendly?
> No, pets are not allowed at this property.
### How much is parking at Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach?
> There is free parking nearby.
### What time is check-in at Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach?
> Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
### What time is check-out at Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach?
> Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
### Where is Luxury Seashell Cottage Central Milford on Sea New Forest and 5 mins to beach located?
> This family-friendly Lymington cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Milford on Sea Beach and Hurst Beach. Hurst Castle and Barton-on-Sea Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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