Romantic thatched cottage with hot tub, games room and direct forest access
Overview
Nestled just outside the village of Burley in the New Forest National Park, Stag Cottage is a peaceful, detached two-bedroom thatched holiday home offering privacy, character, and access to nature. Ideal for romantic breaks, family getaways or special occasions, the property comfortably accommodates 6 guests plus an infant and includes a private games room/gym, a large enclosed garden, an above-ground plunge pool, and a Lazy Spa hot tub.
With direct access to open forest trails and wild ponies roaming freely outside the gate, it offers a magical setting for walking, cycling, or simply unwinding.
At a Glance
- Sleeps: 6 plus 1 infant (travel cot provided on request)
- Bedrooms: 2 (1 double + 2 singles, 1 twin room + cot space)
- Bathroom: 1 large ground floor walk-in shower room
- Pets: Small, well-behaved dogs allowed – £25 per dog, per stay
- Hot Tub: Lazy Spa hot tub available – £25 for the first night, £15 per extra night
- Garden: Very large, private, with 21+ seats, BBQ, fire pit and games
- Games Room: Slate-bed pool table, football, darts, gym equipment
- Kitchen: Well-equipped (see below)
- Parking: Private gated parking for 1 car (potentially 2)
- Wi-Fi: Provided, plus pocket Wi-Fi available
- Location: 1 mile to Burley village, 3 mins from A31
Why Stay Here
Stag Cottage is not just a place to stay – it’s an experience. The hosts go above and beyond, providing welcome groceries, wine or soft drinks, chocolates, and helpful local info. The home is cleaned to a 5* standard with hypoallergenic bedding and antibacterial supplies. Romantic extras, celebration packages, babysitting and therapy sessions can all be arranged. Whether you’re soaking in the lazy spa hot tub, relaxing by the fire pit, or playing games with the kids, you’ll enjoy a stay to remember.
A Home to Relax and Unwind
The cosy living room has two leather sofas, a 55” smart TV (new 2025), electric wood-burner-style heater and radiators. The dining area seats six. Upstairs, the main bedroom includes a double bed and two singles, the second has two singles and a travel cot. Towels and bedding are provided, with themed bedding available for children.
The bathroom includes a walk-in shower (big enough for two), quality toiletries, toilet roll and a first aid kit.
Kitchen Facilities
The current kitchen is compact but well-equipped with:
- Fridge with ice compartment
- 2-ring hob
- Microwave
- 3-tier air fryer
- Kettle, toaster
- Crockery, cutlery, glasses and wine glasses
- BBQ tools, cleaning supplies, tea towels, scouring pads
A fully fitted kitchen with oven, dishwasher and washing machine will be added in late 2025. Until then, laundry can be done on request using facilities in the host’s home.
Family Friendly
- Travel cot (set up on request)
- Highchair, stair gates, baby bath
- Toddler table
- Peppa Pig and themed bedding (Spider-Man, unicorns, Shopkins)
- Outdoor toddler playhouse, games and toys
- Peppa Pig cuddly toys, books and DVDs
- Towels provided for infants
Garden & Outdoor Living
- Outdoor seating
- Fire pit
- BBQ with charcoal, lighter fluid, tools (please leave clean)
- Outdoor beanbag toss, croquet, badminton, boules and more
- Tree swing, toddler slide/playhouse
- Enclosed, dog-friendly
- Cold water plunge pool (year-round)
- Lazy Spa hot tub – £25 for 1st day, £15/night after
- Games Room / Gym
- Privately accessed, for your use only.
- Slate-bed pool table
- Darts, table football, basketball hoop
- Treadmill, exercise bike, yoga mats
- Boxing gloves, punch bags
- Used at guest’s own risk
Local Area
Burley Village: Shops, pubs, tearooms – 1 mile
- New Forest Tour Bus stop: 400 metres
- Paultons Park & Peppa Pig World: 20 mins
- Ringwood (Waitrose, Lidl): 10 mins
- Bournemouth beaches: 30 mins
- Beaulieu Motor Museum: 30 mins
- Brockenhurst Station: 15 mins (direct to London)
- Horse riding & cycle hire: Nearby
- Nearby towns: Lyndhurst, Lymington, Salisbury, Southampton, Poole, Isle of Wight ferry terminals
House Rules
- No smoking (thatched property)
- No loud parties or events
- Quiet celebrations welcome (birthdays, anniversaries, proposals)
- Guests must leave property generally tidy
- Children must be supervised around pool, hot tub, games room
- Use of gym/games room is at guests’ own risk
- One car parking space (gated)
Optional Extras
These must be arranged after booking:
- Hot tub: £25 first night, £15/night after – must be pre-booked
- Pets: £25 per dog, max 2 per stay
- Babysitting: £8/hour (host is DBS checked)
- Laundry: On request
- Romantic packages: From £10 (roses, towel swans, champagne, etc.)
- Celebration packages: Balloons, banners, cake, from £15
Booking Policy
- Full payment due 30 days before arrival
- If payment fails, guests must resolve within 24 hours
- Card fees (up to 3%) are non-refundable if cancelled
- No advance damage deposit, but up to £200 may be charged for damage
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund if cancelled 30+ days before arrival
- 50% refund if cancelled 14–30 days before arrival
- No refund if cancelled within 14 days of arrival
Please be respectful of the quiet and peaceful area and keep noise down.
Shoes are allowed but please wipe feet thoroughly.
We are happy to host small private weddings which we intend to specialise in and birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions that are celebrated in a quiet manner but the property is not suitable for loud parties.
Please leave the property generally clean and tidy as you find it, although we will obviously have the property professionally cleaned up don your departure ready for the next guests.
Report any breakages.
The use of the games room/gym is at your own risk.
This is a thatched cottage and SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED anywhere on the property.
