Explore. Escape. Exhale…!

Nestled amongst the New Forest’s coast & countryside, our handpicked collection of unique & eclectic holiday homes lets you live like a local & savour the good life. From azure pools & bubbling hot tubs, to sea views & acres of land… whatever your luxury, you’ll find it in our ‘little black book’ of holiday cottages!

We’re B Corp (recognised for putting people & planet first), 100% independent, and on-hand to help… so, gather your favourite people & get ready for a great New Forest Escape!

Welcome to New Forest Escapes!

Browse our Collections...

Discover new and inspiring places that are closer than you think...

Discover our favourite locations...

...from quaint villages like Brockenhurst & Burley, the glorious coastlines of Milford & Keyhaven, on to bustling Lymington with its elegant Georgian charm...

Why our guests love us...

Tried and tested

We only choose places we've been to see and loved!

Eco-conscious

Proudly B-Corp and actively striving for Greener & Greater escapes

Customer service

We care about our clients, our guests and owners get first class attention

Championing local

Celebrating New Forest culture and supporting our Local Legends

Proudly independent

We are a small, mum-run local business at heart

Always fair

We believe in fairness for our guests, owners and team

Don't just take out word for it... guests rate us:

4.7 out of 5

Psst...find more real reviews on upfront reviews

I would highly recommend Moonwood. From the moment we stepped inside we could see a lot of care, love and atte... Sep 2023 Read More
We loved staying in Slate Cottage. Our ages ranged from 3 months, a 4 year old, their parents & 2 grandparents... Aug 2023 Read More
We had a lovely week's stay. Anoush is immaculately clean and well equipped, the beds are comfortable and the ... Jul 2023 Read More

Overall, guests rate us:

4.7 out of 5

I would highly recommend Moonwood. From the moment we stepped inside we could see a lot of care, love and attention had gone into making this a truly enjoyable break for visitors. The decor and facilities were second to none. The bed linen, towels and kitchen equipment were of a good quality and clean. There was also the opportunity to use a BBQ. We visited it as a 3 generational family and it catered for everyone's needs. Toddlers were catered for with travel cots, toilet seats, high chairs and toys. We were kept fully informed by New Forest Escapes with all the necessary information to make our holiday relaxing and enjoyable, including recommendations for local places of interest. They were always at the end of the phone if we had an queries. When we arrived there were welcome treats and drink in the fridge with a well stocked larder. The garden and hot tub were an added bonus that kept the children and adults entertained. The owners should be proud of their achievements in offering such a beautiful property for others to enjoy.

Moonwood House Sep 2023

We loved staying in Slate Cottage. Our ages ranged from 3 months, a 4 year old, their parents & 2 grandparents. We were all comfortable and the house was perfect for all of us. It was a pleasure to cook in the kitchen and the 4 year old loved the playroom, toys & books & bunk bed. The area is great and we were lucky with the weather.

Slate Cottage Aug 2023

We had a lovely week's stay. Anoush is immaculately clean and well equipped, the beds are comfortable and the garden is beautiful. We used the hot tub which was clean and well maintained and a great addition to to the accommodation. The location was perfect for cycling and we went to some great local pubs and restaurants which were recommended by the hosts. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Anoush Jul 2023

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