Guests say
Forever Summer is a well-liked cottage in Lymington, praised for its clean, comfortable interiors and convenient location close to local amenities and attractions. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy living areas, and comfortable beds. While some minor maintenance issues and a lack of a dog-friendly garden were noted, the property generally receives positive feedback for its ambience and facilities.
The property is frequently described as clean and well-maintained, with high standards of cleanliness. However, a few reviews mentioned dust and a blocked shower, slightly lowering the score.
The location is highly praised for being within walking distance to the town centre and close to pubs and restaurants. Its proximity to the New Forest and coastlines is also appreciated.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the living areas cosy. Some concerns about heating and steep staircases are noted, but overall, the property provides a comfortable stay.
The property is well-furnished with a fully equipped kitchen and spacious parking. Some issues with shower temperature control, lack of an espresso machine, and absence of a welcome pack slightly affect the score.
While guests mention information packs and the provision of a portable radiator, there is no consistent mention of gifts or welcome packs, and thus it is not possible to accurately score thoughtfulness in this context.
About this property
Forever Summer is a charming, terraced, three-storey house settled in the port town of Lymington, Hampshire. Settled on the doorstep to the New Forest National Park, this pet-friendly abode offers the best of coast and country, offering families, friends, and couples alike off-road parking, a contemporary interior, and a private garden. Step inside to find a beautifully appointed, open-plan living space, sure to be the social heart of your holiday, with a fully-equipped kitchen for rustling up home-cooked meals. The sitting area has a rustic unit set with homely decor and a TV for relaxing evenings snuggled up on the sofa. Tucked away under a large skylight with colourful hanging lanterns overhead, the dining area is perfect for hosting casual dinners or special occasions. Slide open the patio doors on warmer nights to let the outside in, and why not close the day with a cold beverage on the outdoor seating? When it's time to retire, all guests are well catered to at Forever Summer with two bedrooms, both fitted with storage space, stylish decor, TVs, and en-suites. Choose between a double zip/link for flexible sleeping arrangements and the second-floor double. Start your holiday by exploring Lymington, a beautiful market town with something for everyone, including popular eateries such as The White Hart pub, Lanes of Lymington, and The Haven Bar & Restaurant. Attractions include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery, Lymington Sea Water Swimming Baths, and Lymington Quay Side for peaceful strolls, whilst walkers and nature lovers will delight in a trip to Normandy Lagoon. For more outdoor adventures, journey into the New Forest National Park for plenty of walks through unique landscapes from Whitefield Moor to Oakley forest, as well as historic sites of the 13th-century Palace House and National Motor Museum, the New Forest Heritage Centre at Lyndhurst, and Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway. Alternatively, explore more of the coast at Christchurch where you can relax on Avon Beach, discover exhibitions at the Red House Museum and Gardens, and marvel at the ruins of Norman House. The port city of Southampton is also within easy reach with so much to offer, whether that's wandering the Tudor House & Garden, picnics at Southampton Common, or learning about aviation history at Solent Sky. Why not pair your holiday with a day trip to the Isle of Wight AONB? All this and more awaits on your next adventure at Forever Summer.
Lymington is on the west bank of the Lymington River at the western end of The Solent, near the New Forest National Park. Regular ferry service to the Isle of Wight makes it a popular sailing destination. The town has many boutiques, craft shops, and restaurants. Lymington is surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, from the New Forest's heathlands and ancient woodlands to the 5-mile-long coastal nature reserves that end at Hurst Castle, built by Henry viii in 1554. Lymington is a great base for exploring the New Forest, Isle of Wight, and Hampshire coast.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
3 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Garden with lawn, decking and furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Garden is not fully enclosed
Reviews (15)
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John
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. However, we felt as four aging adults, we would have liked an additional comfortable chair in the lounge. We had difficulty with programming the television with BT box, as there were no instructions, and only managed it on our final night. Also there were no instructions regarding rubbish collection. I would recommend the property, and stay again when in the area.
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Geoff
Plenty of regional attractions too
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Jo
It has parking (probably easiest for one car only due to the telegraph pole) and is only 5 minutes walk into Lymington. We have stayed several times due to it's convenient location near to a relative. There are just a couple of niggles though. One is that the temperature for the shower in the top room can't be turned down more than a degree as the mechanism is jammed. So, if you don't like very hot showers you have to use the other ensuite. That is inconvenient and bot always possible. We have mentioned this before in a private message to the owners via Sykes cottages but it hasn't been dealt with, which is a shame. The other thing is that there are no instructions for the TV and BT box so it is difficult to work out how to use it. Finally there was no welcome pack which is very unusual. Just a small pack with some essentials like bread and milk, biscuits or a bottle of wine is common and makes your guests happy. If these things were sorted out then it would definitely means 5 stars across the board.