Mistletoe Cottage: A Historic Gem in Brockenhurst!

About this listing

Step back in time at Mistletoe Cottage, an enchanting Grade II listed semi-detached cottage dating from the 18th Century. Nestled on the picturesque Waters Green, you’ll find ponies grazing right outside your gate! This cozy, welcoming, and comfortable cottage offers a truly authentic New Forest ambience, conveniently located on the edge of the National Park. As the owners’ cherished holiday home, it’s available for a limited season, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to experience its charm.

Inside Your Eighteenth-Century Retreat

Discover character and comfort throughout:

• Porch Entrance: Leading into a generously sized sitting room.
• Sitting Room: A good-sized space featuring an open fire, TV, DVD/VCR, and an audio system – perfect for relaxing evenings.
• Small Kitchen & Dining Area: Equipped with a gas hob, electric oven, Rayburn (turned off during summer months), microwave, fridge-freezer, and washing machine. The dining area comfortably seats four. A door provides access to the rear garden.
• First Floor: Accessible via stairs, both bedrooms offer delightful views over the green.
  • Bedroom 1: A charming room with a double bed (4ft 6in) and a built-in wardrobe.
  • Bedroom 2: Features twin single beds (3ft), a wardrobe, and a dressing table.
  • Bathroom: Characterful with sloping ceilings in part, offering a corner bath with a hand shower over (please note limited headroom), hand basin, and WC.

Enchanting Gardens & Forest Views

Mistletoe Cottage boasts pretty cottage gardens to both the front and rear, providing direct Forest access and captivating views:

• Front Garden: Enjoy watching the free-roaming ponies and donkeys on the green from your bistro-style table and chairs – a perfect spot for morning coffee or an evening drink.
• Back Garden: An attractive brick patio with a dining set, and a small lawn bordered with shrubs – ideal for al fresco dining.
• Bike Storage: Uncovered bike storage is available in the rear garden. Please bring your own bike lock.

Explore Brockenhurst & The New Forest

Your stay at Mistletoe Cottage places you in the heart of the New Forest’s largest village, Brockenhurst:

• Village Centre (short walk): Discover a delightful array of shops, restaurants, cafes, and tea rooms. Experience the magic of ponies roaming the streets and walking through the famous “Watersplash” ford.
• Open Forest (10-minute walk): Direct access to miles of walking and cycling opportunities suitable for all ages and abilities.
• Rhinefield Ornamental Drive: One of the most stunning New Forest bridleways, lined with glorious rhododendrons, azaleas, giant redwoods, and Douglas firs.
• Cycling: Hire bikes at Brockenhurst’s cycle centre, from electric mountain bikes to dog trailers, and explore the gorgeous surroundings.
• South Taste Trail: A popular excursion combining a scenic walk to Burley with stops at tea rooms, delicatessens, and traditional country pubs.
• Horse Riding: Brockenhurst Riding Stables offers pony trekking experiences for all abilities.
• Golf: Enjoy a round at the prestigious Brockenhurst Manor Golf Club.
• Local Amenities (Brockenhurst): Stock up on supplies at local butchers, bakers, and greengrocers, alongside artisan outlets, independent shops, cafes, bistros, and takeaways.
  • Shops: Tesco Express and Co-Op (2-minute drive), Waitrose Lymington (10-minute drive).
  • Pubs: The Huntsman, The Snakecatcher, The Foresters, and The Commoners Wine Bar (5-10 minute walk).
  • Restaurants: The Balmer Lawn Hotel, Careys Manor (5-10 minute walk), The Pig (5-minute drive).
  • Riding Stables: Brockenhurst Riding Stables and Ford Farm Stables are close by.
• Transport: Brockenhurst has its own train station on the Weymouth to London Waterloo Mainline. Local bus services run regularly to Lymington and Southampton. The New Forest open-top bus (June to September) is an exciting way to travel.
• Beaches: Milford on Sea, Highcliffe, and Avon Beaches (sandy) are within a 20-minute drive.

Important Information

• Parking: On the side of the quiet road on a small gravelled area with a short gravel path from the road to the cottage.
• Included: Bed linen, towels (please bring your own beach towels), Wi-Fi, electricity, and gas central heating.
• Children: All ages are welcome. A highchair, travel cot (please bring your own cot bedding), and stair gate are available on request.
• Pets: Two well-behaved, fully house-trained dogs are accepted. Dogs must be over one year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking), kept downstairs, and off the furniture. A £30 pet charge per dog per week applies.

Experience the timeless charm of the New Forest. Book your unforgettable stay at Mistletoe Cottage today!