Title: Elmside, The New Forest Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Elmside, The New Forest Retreat Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78060000/78060000/78059919/w828h1104x0y160-3b05cbb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78060000/78060000/78059919/fefeb506.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78060000/78060000/78059919/59805081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78060000/78060000/78059919/9f25bf0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78060000/78060000/78059919/319848ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Elmside, a modern 5-bedroom retreat that's perfect for gatherings. Relax by the fire pit or unwind in the hot tub with seating areas for all to enjoy. The spacious interior boasts numerous cozy nooks and en-suite bedrooms. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142260 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elmside, The New Forest Retreat Elmside is a spacious modern 5 bedroom house big enough for all to enjoy. Fire pit with built-in seats to sit around a glowing fire and toast some marshmallows. 6 person hot tub with cover to enjoy in all weather, with seating areas around it to allow all to be within the same space. Inside it hosts numerous seating areas including a large dining table, Desk/work area, 3 out of the 5 bedrooms have en-suites while the other two share the main bathroom which includes a large bath and a shower. Whole house newly refurbished to a high standard. Good sized kitchen to prep and cook if you wish. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Ski - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Next to a golf course - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Soundproofing - Unit size: 2,260 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68120000/68116100/68116023/25055a38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grove Lodge - a house that sleeps 13 guests in 5 bedrooms Gosport - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews £1,012 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=68116023&PinnedHotelID=68116023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21480000/21473300/21473228/155144cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Forest house with large garden, near sea. 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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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area Located in Southampton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Lymington Pier Ferry Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit WestQuay Shopping Centre and Gunwharf Quays. Travelling with kids? Consider Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World, or check out an event or a game at St. Mary's Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Southampton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southampton.dx3245) [View more Holiday homes in Southampton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3245-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C50.82641%2C-1.34877&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zF5cYbJO3BLnQ2_2nA8qq5o8kr0=) Southampton, England ### What's nearby - Calshot Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles - Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles - Southampton Cruise Terminal - 21 min drive - 13.3 miles - WestQuay Shopping Centre - 23 min drive - 14.2 miles - Ocean Village Marina - 25 min drive - 15.0 miles ### Getting around - Totton Station - 17 min drive - Southampton (SOU) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Holbury Fish Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Falcon Inn - ‬2 min walk - ‪Hong Kong Palace - ‬4 min drive - ‪New Forest Bistro - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Langley Tavern - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elmside, The New Forest Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Elmside, The New Forest Retreat ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Elmside, The New Forest Retreat ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Elmside, The New Forest Retreat located? > This family-friendly Southampton holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Calshot Beach and New Forest National Park. Holbury Manor Ponds Country Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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