Sleeps 8 | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Maximum 6 adults | Garden | 2 dogs | Central Lymington

Overview of Saddlers Cottage

Saddlers Cottage is a charming three-storey townhouse sleeping eight in central Lymington, one of the New Forest's best-known coastal towns. Original features and individually themed bedrooms give the house plenty of personality, while its position close to Town Quay makes it particularly appealing to groups who want to leave the car behind for much of their stay. Find more holiday cottages for group holiday in Lymington here.

The ground floor combines a cosy sitting room with a wood-burning stove and a sociable kitchen diner warmed by a large gas-fired Aga. The dining table seats all eight guests, making this the natural place for breakfasts, family dinners and evenings together. A scullery adds extra kitchen space and the back door opens directly into the garden.

Four bedrooms are split evenly between the first and second floors. The arrangement includes two king-size rooms, one of which can be converted to twins, and two doubles. Because the sitting room is cottage-sized, the property is recommended for no more than six adults, making it particularly suitable for families rather than four adult couples.

Outside, the south-west facing garden slopes gently upwards to a seating area overlooking the lawn and catches plenty of afternoon and evening sun.

Lymington adds considerably to the appeal. The Georgian High Street, harbour, restaurants, cafés and Saturday market are all within easy reach, while the sea wall provides excellent walking towards the Keyhaven marshes. The open New Forest and South Coast beaches are also close enough for easy day trips.

Saddlers Cottage at a Glance

Who is Saddlers Cottage Best For?

Saddlers Cottage is particularly well suited to families and mixed-age groups. Although it sleeps eight, the cottage-sized sitting room means the recommended maximum is six adults.

Two families can use the two king-size bedrooms for parents, leaving the two double rooms or flexible king/twin arrangement for children and teenagers. The zip-and-link bedroom on the second floor adds useful flexibility when siblings or friends prefer separate beds.

The central location is another major advantage for families. The quay, shops, pubs and restaurants are all within a short walk, while Lymington Town railway station is only around 0.3 miles away.

Guests should be aware that the cottage has steep stairs to both upper floors, so it is better suited to groups who are confident using stairs throughout their stay.

Why is Saddlers Cottage a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Sleeps eight across four individually styled bedrooms
• Central location just a short walk from Lymington Town Quay
• South-west facing garden with lawn and outdoor seating
• Sociable kitchen diner with table seating eight
• Wood-burning stove for cooler evenings
• Flexible king-size bedroom can be arranged as twins
• Two dogs welcome
• Coastal walking, sailing, shops, restaurants and the New Forest all within easy reach

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Saddlers Cottage sleep?

Saddlers Cottage sleeps up to eight guests. The property recommends a maximum of six adults because the sitting room is relatively compact.

How many bedrooms does Saddlers Cottage have?

There are four bedrooms: two king-size bedrooms and two doubles. One of the king-size beds can be converted into twin beds when requested in advance.

How many bathrooms are there?

There are two bathrooms. The first floor has a shower room and the second floor has a bathroom with a slipper bath and hand shower attachment.

Are dogs welcome at Saddlers Cottage?

Yes. Up to two well-behaved dogs over one year old are welcome unless otherwise agreed before booking.

Does Saddlers Cottage have parking?

There is on-street parking in nearby residential roads. Guests are also provided with a public car parking clock against a refundable deposit.

How close is Saddlers Cottage to central Lymington?

The property is in the heart of Lymington, with the town's shops and amenities around 0.1 miles away and Town Quay only a short stroll from the house.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Saddlers Cottage

Saddlers Cottage sleeps eight across four bedrooms divided between the first and second floors.

The sleeping arrangement includes a king and double on the first floor, with another flexible king or twin and a double on the second floor. One bathroom serves each floor.

Group Accommodation Layout

Bedroom 1 has a 5ft king-size bed, built-in wardrobes and glimpses towards the river and sailing masts.

Bedroom 2 has a 4ft 6in double bed and hanging space.

Bedroom 3 occupies the second floor and has a 5ft zip-and-link king-size bed that can be converted into twins when requested. It also enjoys river views, although head height is reduced in parts of the room.

Bedroom 4 has another 4ft 6in double bed and built-in wardrobe.

How does the layout work for a group of 8?

For two families, the two king rooms are likely to work best for parents, with the remaining double rooms accommodating older children or teenagers.

The second-floor king can be split into twins, which adds another useful option for siblings or friends who prefer separate beds.

Because the property recommends no more than six adults, the layout is strongest for a family group containing children rather than four adult couples.

Guests should also factor in the steep cottage staircases between floors when deciding whether the property suits every member of their group.

Bathroom Layout

The first-floor shower room has a shower cubicle, basin and WC. There are steps around the bathroom entrance, including stairs directly in front of the door.

The second-floor bathroom has a slipper bath with handheld shower attachment, basin and WC.

Facilities & Information at Saddlers Cottage

The ground floor has a snug sitting room with two sofas, two pouffes, Smart TV and wood-burning stove. Its cosy scale suits relaxed evenings, particularly after a day walking the coast or exploring the New Forest.

The kitchen diner provides the main group social space. A large gas-fired Aga gives the room plenty of character, while the dining table seats all eight guests. A larder cupboard, cafetière and KitchenAid are provided, with the adjoining scullery containing the dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer with water and ice dispensers, combination microwave, kettle and toaster.

The former saddlery outside has been retained as a useful utility space and contains the washing machine and tumble dryer. It can also be used for bicycle storage.

At the rear, the south-west facing garden rises gently from the house to a seating area overlooking a good-sized lawn. It provides a pleasant outdoor space for meals, drinks and relaxing during warmer weather.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchen	Gas-fired Aga, larder cupboard, cafetière and KitchenAid
Scullery	Dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer, combination microwave, kettle and toaster
Dining	Table seating 8
Living Room	2 sofas, 2 pouffes, Smart TV and wood burner
Laundry	Washing machine and tumble dryer
Garden	South-west facing lawned rear garden
Outdoor Seating	Seating area overlooking the lawn
Bike Storage	Outhouse
Heating	Gas central heating
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Maximum Occupancy	8
Recommended Maximum Adults	6
Preferred Changeover	Friday
Check In	4pm
Check Out	10am
Dogs	Up to 2
Pet Charge	£30 per dog per week
Children	All ages welcome
Cot	Available on request, bedding not provided
Highchair	Available on request
Stair Gates	Available
Linen & Towels	Included
Beach & Dog Towels	Guests should bring their own
Heating	Gas central heating
Logs	Welcome basket supplied in season
Parking	On-street nearby plus public car park clock
Bike Storage	Outhouse
EV Charging	Not available
Stairs	Steep cottage stairs to both upper floors
Short Breaks	Available throughout the year

Location & Things to Do Near Saddlers Cottage

Saddlers Cottage puts guests right in the centre of Lymington, so the town itself can become a major part of the holiday rather than simply somewhere to visit by car. Cobbled Quay Hill leads down towards Town Quay, where fishing boats and yachts provide a constantly changing waterfront scene. The Georgian High Street has independent shops, cafés and restaurants, with the traditional Saturday market adding extra atmosphere each weekend.

Lymington's connection with the water runs much deeper than its marinas. Boat trips, sailing, kayaking and other activities can all be arranged locally, while the historic Sea Water Baths provide swimming and seasonal water-based activities during the warmer months.

For walkers, one of the best local outings starts from the town and follows the sea wall towards the Lymington and Keyhaven marshes. The coastal reserve covers almost 740 hectares of saltmarsh and mudflats and is particularly important for waders and other birdlife. Views stretch across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight and the Needles.

A ferry from Lymington Pier reaches Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight in around 40 minutes, making an island day trip particularly straightforward. The railway connection between Lymington Town and the ferry terminal also makes it possible to leave the car behind.

The New Forest provides a complete change of scenery inland, with Brockenhurst and miles of woodland and heathland within easy reach. For beach days, Milford on Sea is approximately three miles away, while sandy Highcliffe is around nine miles from the cottage.

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