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Bruce Cottage

Holbury, near Beaulieu, Hampshire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
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Property code: OC-92943

Enjoy a stay at this stylish split-level cottage located on a farm near Beaulieu Heath (3 miles) in the New Forest, with a plethora of attractions and places to explore hand in hand. Wander through the scenic Beaulieu River and take a romantic boat trip, basking in the serene beauty of the natural surroundings. Discover the stunning Beaulieu Palace House and Gardens (3 miles), where history and charm await around every corner. For an enchanting stroll, head to the Exbury Gardens (3.5 miles), famous for its vibrant flower displays and tranquil pathways. Embrace wildlife encounters at the New Forest Wildlife Park (9 miles), where you can observe adorable animals in their natural habitats. To add a touch of adventure, hire bicycles and meander through the forest's scenic trails or take a horse-drawn carriage ride for a whimsical experience.

Upon entering the property, guests are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall, leading to a well-equipped kitchen boasting amenities perfect for rustling up a romantic meal for two accompanied by a glass of something chilled. A useful utility/dining room with a fully tiled floor provides a practical space to dry coats and boots after a day of exploring the miles of enchanting New Forest walks. Ascending the stairs to the first floor reveals a beautiful living area with a vaulted ceiling, inviting cosy sofas, a dining table and chairs and a TV, The generous bedroom exudes both style and comfort, featuring a wonderful king-size bed, ample wardrobe space, and a dressing table with a mirror. Completed to a high-specification finish, the shower room offers a walk-in shower and a skylight, creating a relaxing space for guests to unwind and get ready for a night out at one of the many restaurants in nearby Beaulieu. This charming property sets the stage for a truly romantic and serene escape, allowing couples to indulge in each other's company and enjoy a tranquil retreat in the heart of the New Forest.

As the sun sets, couples can unwind on the decked terrace area which features an outdoor dining table and chairs, creating the perfect spot for relaxation and contemplation. Please note, the property is on a farm so there may be some animal noises.  Babes in arms welcome, not suitable for children or infants over 6 months old.  Bedside sleeping crib, mattress, baby bath, changing matt will be provided on request at time of booking.

  • 1 bedroom – king-size
  • 1 bathroom with shower and WC
  • Kitchen with electric oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge/freezer
  • Useful separate utility room with washing machine and dryer
  • Patio area with garden table and chairs
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Pub and shop 1 mile
  • Please note, the property is located on a farm
  • Please be aware of vaulted ceilings in the living area, bedroom and shower room
  • Babes in arms welcome, not suitable for children or infants over 6 months old
  • Bedside sleeping crib, mattress, baby bath, changing matt will be provided on request at time of booking
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Claire Tranter

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by H. 28th May 2026

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Reviewed by Jan 2nd May 2026

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Bruce Cottage is a wonderful holiday home. It is set in quiet surroundings and its spacious extremely well equipped interior meant we had everything we needed. Lindie is a marvellous host, friendly, thoughtful and efficient. The cottages location on the edge of the New Forest is excellent in accessing places of interest like the Beaulieu Estate, ERead morexbury Gardens, Lymington and Lepe Country Park which are all nearby. The Forest walks nearby are plentiful. It was the second time we stayed in one of Lindie and Ians cottages and we look forward to visiting again. Hide

Reviewed by Rob 7th April 2026

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A beautiful and well-equipped place to stay. Great location and very helpful and friendly owner. Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Justin 2nd November 2025

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We had a wonderful few days at the beautiful Bruce Cottage. It was perfect and had everything we needed, Lindie was a very friendly and welcoming host and gave us some useful information on nearby places. We also appreciated the extra food and drink treats left for us! The cottage is in a very convenient location as it's quite close to the forest tRead morerails and coast Hide

Reviewed by Neil 25th October 2025

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Reviewed by David 18th October 2025

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It's perfect!

Reviewed by Graham 19th September 2025

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A really well presented cottage, every thing about it was amazing. Location was perfect for exploring the area, Beaulieu village, museum and palace were our favourite.

Reviewed by Phillip 12th September 2025

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Really lovely cottage. Perfect for our stay.

Reviewed by David 5th September 2025

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Fantastic place to stay. Bruce cottage is the best cottage we have stayed at in the New Forest

Reviewed by Malcolm 22nd August 2025

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Bruce Cottage is simply fantastic, the best I have stayed in thus far. It has all the mod-cons and is both clean and extremely comfortable. Plus the owners are delightful, willing to bend over backwards to accommodate their guests.

Reviewed by Mark 25th July 2025

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Reviewed by Antony 27th June 2025

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Perfect cottage for either a short break or a week stay with secure bicycle storage which we used. Great location just outside Beaulieu with good access to all parts of the New Forest. Lindi was the perfect host and ensured that we had everything that we needed and gave us good recommendations on places to eat and to visit. We really appreciated thRead moree treats that she left for us on our arrival. Dont miss eating at The Filly and sampling the ice cream from the Beaulieu Chocolate Shop! Hide

Reviewed by Madeleine 20th June 2025

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Really lovely property in a quiet location. Bruces Cottage is well equipped, parking is right outside. A lovely couple Lindie and Ian, they cant do enough for you. Great complimentary welcome pack including goodies of cakes, biscuits and drinks, a lovely surprise. We would definitely stay at this property again.

Reviewed by Sarah 16th June 2025

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Bruce Cottage is very comfortable, nicely decorated and slightly quirky, with everything you need for a home from home break. Everywhere and everything is super clean, it feels spacious and caters for all your needs. The owners, Lindi and Ian, are obviously very proud of their business, and it shows! I would most definitely recommend it as a good pRead morelace to stay, with several interesting places to visit nearby. Hide

Reviewed by Joy 23rd May 2025

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Excellent

Reviewed by Rachel 16th May 2025

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We love staying at Bruce Cottage. We are always so well looked after, it's such a lovely place to stay, that's why we keep going back! Reluctantly, we would highly recommend a stay at Bruce Cottage - as long as it's not when we hope to stay :0)

Reviewed by Michael 9th May 2025

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Cottage very spacious and well equipped. High standard of cleanliness. Owners on site and very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Paul 2nd May 2025

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Property is well equipped very comfortable owners are friendly very welcoming and helpful This is our second visit and it didn't disappoint Views and location are fantastic We will be coming back next year

Reviewed by Graeme 31st March 2025

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Very welcoming. Lovely peaceful cottage in an ideal location for exploring the area including Exbury Gardens.

Reviewed by Lucy 21st March 2025

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Great hosts, very welcoming. Bruce cottage is in a great location for travelling to surrounding areas, is tastefully decorated, providing comfort and relaxation with luxurious bed linen and towels, well equipped kitchen and lovely touch of a welcome pack.

Reviewed by Rachel 12th October 2024

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Bruce Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. Lindie and Ian are excellent hosts. The cottage is in a great location to explore all the New Forest has to offer. We have visited many times and always look forward to our next trip so a stay in Bruce Cottage is highly recommended.

Reviewed by David 4th October 2024

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Quiet,restful cottage and an ideal location

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