Ringwood 3.7 miles. Nestled in the quaint village of Ibsley near the charming market town of Ringwood, Hampshire is Billabong. This fabulous studio-style shepherd’s hut benefits from a fantastic location in New Forest National Park and Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve which is home to an array of wildlife, off-road parking and a well-appointed studio-style interior welcoming two guests for a romantic retreat in Hampshire. After a full day of exploring, cross the threshold to help your partner rustle up a tasty meal in the kitchen fitted with a two-ring hob, combi/microwave and fridge. Dine together inside at the intimate dining table while reminiscing on the memories you have created so far before stepping outside to toast your retreat with a glass of fizz as the sun sets behind the surrounding fields. When the sky darkens, wash off the day’s adventures in the sleek shower room before climbing into bed where you can flick on the TV and fall asleep with your favourite show in the background. Billabong lies paces away from the Old Beams Inn, a charming, thatched country pub serving delicious meals and a variety of drinks; the perfect setting for date night! Travel into Ringwood to find local stores to help ease your self-catered stay and a variety of attractions including the popular Liberty's Owl, Raptor, and Reptile Centre, and try out some local beer from the Ringwood Brewery. Take advantage of the New Forest National Park, where you can go on scenic hikes and bike rides, and visit the New Forest Airfields Memorial, the Blackwater Arboretum, and the New Forest Wildlife Park. Plan a day trip to Bournemouth for a day at the beach, a stroll on the famous pier, a trip to the Oceanarium, or a play at the local theatre. The town of Poole, where the internationally renowned Sandbanks Beach is located, is also conveniently close by. Explore all that Hampshire has to offer at Billabong.

Located in Hampshire, on the western outskirts of the stunning New Forest National Park, is the historic market town of Ringwood. Anglo-Saxon settlements and the Domesday Book attest to Ringwood's age, and the town has hosted regular markets since the Middle Ages. At present, it is home to numerous high-quality retail establishments, eateries, and watering holes, and the picturesque Avon Heath Country Park can be found just beyond the city limits. The southern coast is home to a number of perennial tourist hotspots, such as the seaside resorts of Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch, all of which offer superb attractions, activities, and entertainment to keep everybody occupied.

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