The Apothecary

About this property

In the heart of the New Forest National Park is Brockenhurst, a lovely village with donkeys and ponies wandering freely around. Lively by day but very quiet by night, the village has several tea shops, pubs and independent shops including a butcher, greengrocer and bakery. Cross the ford at the end of the street and you are in the Forest, with its many walking and cycling routes. In the centre of this traditional village lies The Apothecary, a spacious apartment spread over two floors with its rare private parking space and just 7 minutes walk from the train station that connects with Southampton, London, Lymington and Dorset.

This charming, light and spacious first-floor duplex apartment sleeps six guests in good-sized bedrooms, making it ideal for families or a group of friends looking to explore the National Park from a very peaceful base. After a busy day exploring the forest or the towns, coast and countryside of Hampshire and Dorset, climb the stairs to relax in the contemporary, open-plan living space. Prepare dinner in the fully equipped kitchen (or buy it in) and gather around the large dining table to discuss the day’s adventures. Alternatively, soak in the bath or freshen up in the waterfall shower before you retire to light and airy bedrooms, furnished with the original Victorian fireplaces and with plenty of storage for your belongings; there is a second-floor twin room that children will love, a second-floor double and first-floor double. There is also a study which can serve as an extra bedroom. The Apothecary is close to an upmarket bar and coffee shop as well as other convenient local amenities, village pubs and restaurants, including: The Pig, The Snakecatcher, The Huntsman, the Foresters Arms and a farm shop stocked with local produce. This charming village is also very close to some of the region's most beautiful scenery, including: Blackwater Arboretum, Rhinefield Ornamental Drive with its magnificent trees, Whitefield Moor and Longslade Bottom. The nearby Common is a great place to relax with a picnic and for the young ones to splash in the stream and there are many miles of walks across the heather and gorse covered hills or through the woods. There are many well signposted cycle routes to discover and bikes can be hired in the village. Horse riding lessons, a round of golf and a trip to a water park are options. On a sunny day head to Lymington, a picturesque town on the south coast with a ferry service to the Isle of White, and explore the Lymington Sea Water Swimming Baths, museum , Quay Side, and Nature Reserve or the nearby beaches of Milford on Sea. You could also visit Burley (known for its connection with witches), Lyndhurst with its local history museum or nearby Beaulieu, which hosts the world famous National Motor Museum. The beautiful Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway are a few miles away, and a little further afield are Christchurch, Salisbury, Bournemouth and the vibrant and multicultural city of Southampton, with its large shopping centre. The Apothecary is ideally situated for those seeking a memorable trip to the New Forest, staying in a lovely, peaceful apartment in a beautiful village just yards from the open forest.

Located just a few miles south of Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst is a charming village ideal for leisurely strolls, picnics, and sightseeing. There are a variety of shops, tearooms, pubs, and restaurants in the village that are worth visiting. There are also waggon and horse-drawn forest tours, as well as a variety of forest walks for visitors of all ages and abilities. On the first Monday in August, the town holds a village festival. Brockenhurst is only a few miles from the coast and a short walk from the forest's heart. Nearby Cadnam provides a great opportunity for families to enjoy fresh air and open spaces, while a short drive from Lyndhurst village centre reveals extensive grasslands kept short by commoners' stock—the ponies, donkeys and cattle that can be seen throughout the area.

Accommodation

First-floor, duplex apartment.

Three bedrooms: 1 x first-floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Study - This property has an additional single bed in the study that can be available on request.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, heated towel rail and basin.

First-floor shower room with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Note: due to the building’s original construction both WCs are on the first floor.

Two of the bedrooms and the bathroom are on the second floor, so please consider this if you have any difficulty with stairs.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Private parking for 1 car.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop < 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles.

Note: This property is above a small pharmacy that keeps limited hours.

Note: This property does not have a garden.

Note: There is no WC on the second floor