large house sleeps up to 20

Old Bridge Cottage with it’s Riverside Studio, lies on the banks of the River Avon at the edge of Ringwood, a beautiful old Market Town on the Western fringe of the New Forest. The house and studio are rented out as one and sleeps 15-20 people.

The house overlooks open water meadows to the rear, yet is only a few minutes walk into the bustling town of Ringwood with its many pubs and restaurants.

Dating back several hundred years in parts, Old Bridge Cottage has been extended over the years to provide a modern, comfortable holiday home suitable for large groups of families or friends.

There are 5 bedrooms in the main house sleeping up to 16: the Studio has a further double bedroom and there are 2 further double sofa beds available.
There are 3 reception rooms with 2 oak tables sitting a maximum or 22.

There is a large kitchen and dining area with modern cherry wood doors and black granite worktops, a five ring induction hob, electric fan oven, combination oven, full size integrated dishwasher and a fridge freezer.

There is a separate utility room with large washing machine and tumble dryer with ample cupboards and also a separate drying room. There is a downstairs cloakroom with WC.

The house has gas fired central heating ,two fireplaces- one is an open fireplace in the lounge and the other a gas effect coal fireplace in the snug. Wood is supplied for the open fire.

The dining area is equipped with a large oak refectory table, matching oak benches and chairs.

There are two staircases. Stairs from the snug lead to a small landing from which three of the bedrooms can be accessed, all with river views.
Bedroom 1 has twin beds.
Bedroom 2 has twin beds and a double bunk bed.
Bedroom 3 has two triple bunk beds. There is storage available in farmhouse style pine wardrobes and drawers. The family bathroom consists of a bath, shower cubicle, basin and W.C. and serves bedrooms 1,2 and 3.

Bedroom 4 has a double bed and is accessed from the main landing landings. It has views over the water meadows.
A shower room with W.C. can be accessed from bedroom 3 and bedroom 4.

Bedroom 5 is a double room with ample storage in mirrored sliding door wardrobes.
The en-suite to bedroom 5 has a large double corner bath, shower cubicle, W.C. and basin.
Booster pumps power all showers in the house.

All heating, wood for the open fire, linen and towels are included in the price.

Parking on the forecourt is for 5-6 cars.

A heated outdoor pool is available in the summer season. One can relax in the out door, 6-seater hot tub and indoor sauna all year round. The sauna is situated within the studio.
In the main garden, sitting in the thatched ‘Breeze House’ is a wonderful way to enjoy an al fresco meal.

There is approximately 100 feet of riverbank, with fishing rights. Tackle shops are situated a couple of hundred yards away. This is a lovely garden to watch the wildlife and do some fishing.
The are plenty of lawns on which to picnic and a brick built BBQ.
There are several outdoor tables and chairs.

Ringwood is an ideal place from which to explore this beautiful part of England. It has many fine places to eat and drink and a wide variety of shops, including a large Waitrose, Sainsbury’s and Lidl all within walking distance. The market is on every Wednesday.
Ringwood has several great India restaurants,Italians including Prezzos, Koh Thai for fab thai food, a Chinese take away, fish and chip shop, Bistro’s and Framptons for food and socialising. Fridays bar &Tapas and The Cellar for cheese and wine are great new venues. There are any number of good pubs nearby, our favourite being the Star Inn in the Market place, which offers excellent local Ringwood Beer and wonderful oriental food.
Ringwood has its own brewery which can be toured around.

THE NEW FOREST:

Established as royal Hunting grounds nearly 1000 years ago, the New forest is now a National Park, but is still managed by Commoners as it has been for hundreds of years. Commoners have ancient rights allowing them to keep horses, cattle and pigs on the Forest, which are allowed to roam freely, including through its villages.
There are many historic places to visit within the National Park. Beauliea House and its world famous motor museum are well worth a visit. Nearby Bucklers Hard was once a thriving Naval Shipyard in the days of wooden ships and has a very interesting museum and the old village itself is very picturesque.

New Forestry Commision events booking and info:
Tel 02380 286840

New Forest links:
www.newforestpony.com
www.forestry.gov.uk/newforest
www.newforestnpa.gov.uk
www.moors-valley.co.uk
www.goape.co.uk

TOWNS AND BEACHES:

Local towns of Bournemouth,Poole, Christchurch, Salisbury, Portsmouth and Southampton are all within 40 minutes drive.

The long sandy beaches of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch are 15-30 minutes away by car. At Mudeford quay in Christchurch, one can catch a short ferry over to Hengistbury Head, beautiful at any time of year and an ideal place to go crabbing or fishing.

Bournemouth is a lively, attractive seaside won with an excellent choice of restaurants, clubs, cinemas and shows. In the day it is good for shopping, beaches and walks through the gardens. The nightlife is great form evenings onward. From Poole one can catch a car ferry across the narrow opening of the worlds second largest natural harbour to the isle of Purbeck, and probably the best beaches in the area are at Studland, owned by the National Trust. From here one can visit Corfe Castle and take a journey on the steam railway to Swanage.

The medieval city of Salisbury with its beautiful Cathedral is 30 minutes by car, and Winchester a similar distance. Portsmouth with its historic dockyards, including the famous HMS Victory is 40 minutes away. London is just an hour and a half away by car or coach from Ringwood.

Old Bridge cottage is available all year round for short breaks, weekly or longer bookings.

Old Bridge cottage sleeps up to 15-20 people with its Hot Tub, heated outdoor Pool, sauna and breeze house. It lies within Ringwood town with many great pubs and restaurants. Walking, cycling, horse riding in the New Forest, beaches and nightlife in Bournemouth, shopping and historic towns nearby.

Short breaks £2250-£3300 up to 15 people. Over 15 people £50 per person per night
Weekly £3045 - £4450 up to 15 people. Over 15 people £50 per person per nightShort breaks are 3 nights at weekends Friday - Monday or 4 nights mid week Monday-Friday.
Weekly breaks start on a Friday or Monday