Sleeps 8 | 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Seasonal outdoor pool | Separate annexe | 2 dogs 

Overview of Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage is a welcoming New Forest holiday home sleeping eight in a peaceful setting just outside Brockenhurst. Open forest and paddock views surround the property, with ponies, donkeys and other New Forest livestock regularly passing nearby and walking and cycling routes accessible straight from the doorstep. See all of our cottages for group holidays in Brockenhurst here.

The sleeping arrangement is unusual and worth understanding before booking. The main house sleeps six across three bedrooms, including a flexible ground-floor super king that can be arranged as twins. Groups of seven or eight also book the self-contained garden annexe, which provides a fourth double bedroom and private shower room. This gives one couple or part of the family their own space while keeping everyone together at the same property.

Families have plenty to enjoy beyond the bedrooms. A separate lounge opens onto the garden, while the large kitchen diner incorporates another snug with a second log burner. There is also a dedicated playroom for children.

Outside, the large flat lawn overlooks neighbouring paddocks and includes a trampoline and seasonal above-ground swimming pool. A decked terrace provides space for meals and drinks, with sofas, loungers and a hammock for slower afternoons in the garden.

Brockenhurst is around a 20-minute walk away, bringing pubs, restaurants, cafés, shops and the railway station within easy reach. Combined with direct forest access, Lymington and the coast a short drive away and plenty of family attractions throughout the New Forest, Heather Cottage offers an excellent base for an active group holiday.

Heather Cottage at a Glance

Who is Heather Cottage Best For?

Heather Cottage is particularly well suited to two families or a multi-generational group who appreciate having one bedroom slightly separate from the main house.

Six guests sleep in the cottage itself, while the garden annexe accommodates another two guests in a double bedroom with its own shower room. Grandparents, adult children or another couple can therefore enjoy greater privacy while remaining only a short walk across the garden from everyone else.

The flexible ground-floor super king bedroom is another useful feature. It can be prepared as two full-size 3ft singles, allowing the main cottage to work for couples, children, teenagers or friends.

Families with younger children should also appreciate the playroom, trampoline and large lawn, while the seasonal pool becomes a significant extra attraction for summer stays.

Why is Heather Cottage a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Direct access to New Forest walks and cycle tracks
• Sleeps eight across the main cottage and separate garden annexe
• Seasonal outdoor swimming pool during the warmer months
• Flexible ground-floor super king bedroom can become twins
• Separate playroom for children
• Two sociable living spaces with log-burning stoves
• Large lawn, trampoline, decked terrace and outdoor seating
• Brockenhurst shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants are within walking distance

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Heather Cottage sleep?

Heather Cottage sleeps up to eight guests. The main cottage accommodates six and the separate garden annexe accommodates two.

Do groups of eight need to book the annexe?

Yes. The main cottage has a maximum capacity of six. The annexe must be included for bookings of seven or eight guests and an additional charge applies.

Does Heather Cottage have a swimming pool?

Yes. There is an 18ft by 9ft above-ground outdoor swimming pool, approximately 1.32 metres deep. It is available seasonally, with the 2027 season scheduled from 16 May to 26 September.

How many bedrooms are there?

There are four bedrooms in total when the annexe is included: three in the main house and one double bedroom in the garden annexe.

Are dogs welcome at Heather Cottage?

Yes. Up to two well-behaved dogs over one year old are welcome, unless a younger dog has been agreed with the owner in advance.

Can you walk into Brockenhurst?

Yes. Brockenhurst village is approximately a 20-minute walk away, while forest walking and cycling can begin directly from the property.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage sleeps eight across three bedrooms in the main house and a fourth bedroom in the self-contained garden annexe. The main property sleeps a maximum of six, so the annexe forms an essential part of the accommodation for groups of seven or eight.

The main house has one bedroom downstairs and two doubles upstairs. The annexe is accessed independently from the rear garden and has its own shower room.

Group Accommodation Layout

The ground-floor bedroom has a 6ft super king bed which can be separated into two full-size 3ft single beds when requested in advance.

Upstairs, Bedroom 1 has a 4ft 6in double bed and its own en-suite shower room.

Bedroom 2 also has a 4ft 6in double bed and uses the family bathroom.

The separate annexe has another 4ft 6in double bed, wardrobe and desk, together with its own en-suite shower room.

How does the layout work for a group of 8?

For two families sharing, six guests can occupy the three bedrooms in the main house while another couple or two family members use the annexe.

A multi-generational family may find the annexe particularly appealing for grandparents or adult children who value having their own entrance and bathroom.

The ground-floor super king can also be prepared as twins, giving families useful flexibility when children, teenagers or friends prefer separate beds.

It is important to remember that the annexe is accessed through the garden rather than internally from the main cottage.

Bathroom Layout

Bedroom 1 upstairs has a private en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin, WC and heated towel rail.

The second upstairs bedroom and ground-floor bedroom have access to the family bathroom, which has a bath with thermostatic shower over, basin, WC and heated towel rail.

The garden annexe has its own en-suite shower room.

There is also a separate cloakroom with WC and basin on the ground floor of the main cottage.

Facilities & Information at Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage has several different spaces for a family group to spend time together. The separate lounge has comfortable seating, a Smart TV, DVD player and log-burning stove, with bi-fold doors opening onto the garden deck.

The open-plan kitchen diner is another major social space. A wooden dining table with benches seats eight, while the kitchen has a range cooker with electric ovens and gas hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave and DeLonghi coffee machine. At the other end of the room, the snug has a sofa, Smart TV and second log-burning stove, with French doors opening onto the terrace.

Children also have a dedicated playroom with a Smart TV, bean bags and toys. This gives the house three distinct places to relax and is particularly useful when several generations are holidaying together.

A separate utility room contains the washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge.

Outside, the large lawn overlooks paddocks and open New Forest scenery. The rear deck has a dining set, outdoor sofa, coffee table, hammock and loungers. The trampoline provides another activity for children, while the seasonal outdoor swimming pool gives summer bookings a genuine extra reason to spend time at the cottage.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchen	Range cooker, gas hob, electric ovens, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher and DeLonghi coffee machine
Dining	Table and benches seating 8
Main Lounge	Comfortable seating, Smart TV, DVD player and log burner
Kitchen Snug	Sofa, Smart TV, log burner and garden access
Playroom	Smart TV, bean bags and toys
Laundry	Washing machine and tumble dryer
Additional Cold Storage	Second fridge in utility room
Swimming Pool	Seasonal above-ground outdoor pool
Garden	Large flat lawn overlooking paddocks
Children's Facilities	Trampoline and playroom
Outdoor Space	Decked terrace, dining set, sofa, hammock and loungers
Parking	Off-road parking for up to 2 cars
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Preferred Changeover	Friday
Check In	4pm
Check Out	10am
Main Cottage Capacity	Maximum 6 guests
Annexe	Required for groups of 7 or 8
Annexe Supplement	£200
Dogs	Up to 2
Pet Charge	£30 per dog per week
Swimming Pool	18ft x 9ft and approximately 1.32m deep
2027 Pool Season	16 May to 26 September
Pool Towels	Guests should bring their own
Children	All ages welcome
Cot	Travel cot with bottom sheet available on request
Highchairs	2 available on request
Linen & Towels	Included
Heating	Gas central heating
Logs	Welcome basket supplied in season
EV Charging	Not available
Short Breaks	Available throughout the year from Friday or Monday
Mobile Reception	Generally reasonable, network dependent

Location & Things to Do Near Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage is particularly well positioned for experiencing the New Forest without needing to drive every time the group wants to head outdoors. Open forest lies beside the property, with walking and permitted cycle tracks leading through woodland, open lawns and heath where ponies, cattle and donkeys roam freely.

Brockenhurst itself is around a 20-minute walk away and makes an excellent base for exploring on foot or bicycle. A five-mile circular walk from the village passes grazed lawns, riverside woodland, Ober Water and open heath, while the wider National Park has more than 100 miles of waymarked cycle tracks. A predominantly off-road circular cycling route also links Brockenhurst with Lyndhurst.

The village provides cafés, pubs, independent food shops and restaurants, while Brockenhurst railway station makes car-free outings unusually easy. Trains connect directly with Lymington, Southampton and Bournemouth.

Lymington is a rewarding day out for its Georgian streets, Saturday market, marina and waterfront walks. From the harbour area, the Solent and Isle of Wight form a constant backdrop and sailing is a major part of local life.

Beaulieu offers one of the New Forest's biggest family attractions, combining the National Motor Museum with Palace House, the abbey, gardens and Little Beaulieu play area.

For a day beside the sea, Milford on Sea, Highcliffe and Avon Beach can all be reached in around 20 minutes by car. This combination of forest walks, cycling, family attractions, good food and coast gives groups plenty of variety while keeping the New Forest landscape at the heart of the holiday.

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