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The Old Barn

Exbury, Hampshire
Self-catering
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Per night
£130 - £150
Per week
£595 - £850

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Former blacksmith’s workshop in a chocolate-box corner of the New Forest, where clematis climbs the trellis and all you hear are the birds

Per night
£130 - £150
Per week
£595 - £850

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£130 - £150 per night

£595 - £850 per week

The Experience

On an estate with real pedigree – it was once owned by the Mitfords – and perfect for two; a quiet, very spacious, bolthole a short drive from beaches and river walks. The owners next door will leave the essentials, a basket of logs and hand made local goat’s milk soap. There’s a sofa for each of you or snuggle up together for films in front of the fire.

It’s outdoorsy here between forest and beach: sailing on the river, spotting ponies roaming the heathland, space for muddy boots and bicycles. The garden is secluded, furnished and full of trilling birds, take out books and board games for evenings al fresco.

It’s just over two miles to Lepe Beach or the Royal Oak pub at Hilltop, and Exbury Gardens is a walk away – take a detour via Mr Eddy’s Tea Rooms and back along the river for views of Buckler’s Hard.

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We think you'll love

  • Having forest walks and also wonderful beaches
  • The setting, in the most charming village
  • The feeling of space
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You should know

  • No children or pets
  • It’s not for those who want excitement on the doorstep

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

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Pricing

Nightly price
from £130
Weekly price
from £595
Damage deposit
100
1 Cottage for 2
From £1301 bed1 bedroom

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Information

Booking information

Check in
From 3pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights min May - October.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals
We are only minutes away from the Montagu Arms, with its Michelin restaurant and brasserie.

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Reviews

Penny, Brighton

We had another great return visit to the Old Barn. It is in tranquil Exbury near forests and beaches with many interesting villages and towns within easy access. We also went for a day trip to the Isle of Wight on the ferry from Lymington which is well worth visiting. The accommodation in Old Barn is very comfortable and has a lovely secluded garden. Overall we would thoroughly recommend The Old Barn for a great holiday in the New Forest.

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Sue, Oxford

Once again, we had a delightful stay at this well-appointed and pleasantly located property, ideally placed to visit Exbury Gardens and the beach nearby at Lepe. The property is spacious and comfortable in a peaceful setting ideal for rest and relaxation. Guests have privacy, with the owners on hand should anything be required. There is plenty of information about the local area available, including recommendations for places to eat, visit, walk and cycle. Highly recommended.

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Rob, Mells

The Old Barn hides its charms well. The arrival is to the back of an inauspicious garage and an ordinary side door. But, inside is one of the best equipped and fitted out holiday homes we have stayed in. Huge kitchen-diner with top of the range equipment that looks new. Comfortable soft furnishings, tasteful decor (someone understands colour) and a King Size bed with a good mattress. Decent bathroom-shower room too. Outside is a small, pretty garden with seating etc. We've visited twice and it ticks all the boxes for a country bolt hole. Highly recommended.

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Kathy, Tenterden

A very peaceful location & extremely clean - equipped with everything you would need .

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Chris, Warrington

I stayed at the Old Barn at Exbury for a week during August 2024. The accommodation is spacious and well appointed, and is an excellent base for exploring both the New Forest and the Dorset and Hampshire coast. Exbury Gardens and Beaulieu Palace House are close by, as is Lymington, so there is plenty to do without travelling far. Ponies, cattle, donkeys and deer on the local roads are something to look out for (I met them all), but that’s part of the charm of the area.

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Location

The neighbourhood

Traditional Exbury is one of the New Forest’s prettiest villages, surrounded by saltmarshes and creeks with a soundtrack of church bells, birdsong and the occasional clip clop of hooves. The nearest shops are in Blackfield (two miles) but it’s Beaulieu (four miles) you’ll fall in love with; the village is home to the Montagu Arms, the Motor Museum, grand and gothic Palace House and a river for boating and unhurried strolls. The Isle of Wight is a short ferry ride for a day out. The Pig at Brockenhurst (eight miles) is a great pick for a special supper, or it’s just a bit further to Limewood.

Local points of interest from Kate Johnson

  • Exbury Gardens-a spectacular 200-acre garden, world-famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, rare trees and shrubs. Paths meander down to the Beaulieu river and there is a small steam railway if you prefer to view by train
  • Historic Beaulieu is the next village. Visit the famous Motor Museum, Palace House (home of Lord Montagu) and the ruined Cistercian Abbey. Browse the lovely art gallery. Treat yourselves at the Michelin starred Montagu Arms or enjoy tea & cake at café.
  • Bustling Lymington with its waterfront and marinas is a short drive away. There are plenty of shops and galleries to browse and cafes & pubs to linger in.
  • Visit the Isle of Wight. The passenger or car ferry goes from Lymington to Yarmouth. There are great walks, pubs, seafood restaurants, Osborne House - Queen Victoria's retreat and plenty of sailing to watch.
  • Walk or cycle through the fabulous heathland of the New Forest on one of the many paths. See the ponies, cows, deer and even pigs that roam free. Many of the walks take in one of the lovely pubs.
  • Visit the beach. Lepe with stunning views to the Isle of Wight, and D-Day remains is a 5 minute drive; Calshot with pretty beach huts is a 10 minute drive.

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Introducing

Kate Johnson

Red and Kate run a non-alcoholic drinks company, Highball Cocktails, which have won Great Taste awards. They’ll leave a key for you to let yourself in but are on hand if you need them. They came to Exbury for the peace and quiet and space to keep a boat on the Beaulieu River – any chance they get, they’re off around the Solent or across to the Isle of Wight.

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