Waterfront. River Hamble. Private Pontoon. Hot Tub

With its private pontoon, Myrtle Cottage is where memories will be made. Adults lounging in chairs on the pontoon, in the sun & sipping a cool drink, or children squealing with excitement as they try their hand at crabbing. Or just fish or swim off the lawn. Sunny day BBQ’s using the outdoor kitchen/BBQ facilities, & evenings sitting around the firepit or soaking in the hot tub. Adults & children will just love it. On the south coast, 1hr 20 mins from SW London & very near the New Forest. The space WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT HERE: • Direct River Access & Private 12m Pontoon – fish, crab, swim, or simply relax by the water • Hot Tub & Firepit – perfect for evening relaxation under the stars • Outdoor Kitchen & BBQ – enjoy alfresco dining with heaters and twinkling festoon lights • Beautiful Period Cottage – charming interiors with character and comfort throughout, and two open fires • Three Delightful Bedrooms – including the children’s magical “Secret” bedroom with beamed ceilings • Stunning Garden – complete with herb bed, several seating areas, and soft evening lighting • Walking Distance to Local Pubs & Restaurants – easy access to great food and drink MYRTLE COTTAGE - EXTERIOR: This beautiful wisteria covered 18C Grade II listed cottage offers a 12m private pontoon accessed directly from the lawn which is available for guests use only. You can bring your own RIB, paddle boards, kayaks etc, or hire them locally. There is a slipway a few 100 meters down the lane and local marina's. The outdoor kitchen/BBQ & dining area has a glass roof which is covered with grape vines for dappled shade. Its facilities include gas & kettle BBQ's; oven; induction hob; dishwasher; 2 fridges, & butler sink with cold water tap. All with uninterrupted views across the pretty flower beds & lawn to the river. At night there is festoon lighting and outdoor ceiling heaters so you can continue to enjoy your dining experience into the evening. For chillier evenings, blankets for exterior use are also provided. ON THE WATER: As it is literally on your doorstep, one of the best things you can do is to get on the water. It's fun and easy! The hiring of canoes, kayaks and paddle boards (SUP) are minutes away. Maybe hire 'Gull', a lovely 15ft classic clinker launch, which seats 8 comfortably, is electrically powered and easily helmed, so bareboat charter if you have boating experience, and if not, a skipper can take you out so you and your party can sit back and relax. They can collect you from Myrtle's pontoon, and drop you back. Take your own picnic & refreshments and head up river (tide permitting) to a stunning tranquil oasis or down river and just watch the activity on the water. For a true thrill, privately charter a skippered RIB with friends and family, and blast cross the Solent to the Isle of Wight for a waterfront lunch at the amazing The Hut in Colwell Bay; The George in Yarmouth; The Terrace in Yarmouth or Coast in Cowes. There is also a local pink river taxi that can collect you from our pontoon (tide & operating hours permitting & just say it is Myrtle Cottage, next door to the Jolly Sailor Pub), which can take you down river to the beautiful historic waterfront village Hamble Le Rice. Hamble has some great gastro pubs, cafe's etc . A day trip to the lovely Isle of Wight? There are ferries from Southampton where you can go as foot passenger or take the car, or go by the only remaining passenger service hovercraft in the world (working all year) as a foot passenger from Portsmouth to Ryde. There are also diving, power boat & sailing boat courses available. LAND BASED: Well, there is Peppa Pig World / Paultons Farm; Marwell Zoo; Portsmouth Historic Dockyard where you can visit Nelsons flagships HMS Victory & HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose museum or take a boat tour around Portsmouth Harbour and the Naval Dockyard; Netley Abbey is 13th century and the most complete surviving abbey built by the Cistercian monks in southern England; Royal Victoria Country Park is a 200 acres of mature woodland and grassy parkland, bordering Southampton Water with its shingle beach, and offers coffee shop, miniature train rides plus much more, and Manor Farm which is a working farm where children can feed the animals, amongst other activities. Or maybe take a walk along the river path to the restaurant & bar Riverside Social in Universal Marina which has good food, a nice garden and river views. There are great local eateries within walking distance as well as being an excellent base to visit the beautiful New Forest and surrounding areas. The options are endless and all available locally. The house notes folder at the cottage gives full information and contact details on a huge number of things to do. On booking confirmation, information on directions and things to do will be emailed to you, should you wish to book anything prior to arrival. MYRTLE COTTAGE - INSIDE: Inside the cottage has a lovely charming feel and is stylishly dressed with a mix of modern and antiques. The ground floor is parquet with rugs, and ceilings are beamed throughout. The kitchen has an old pine breakfast table and seating for 6; induction hob; dishwasher; tall fridge; two ovens; microwave; coffee machine and TV. There is also a lovely sitting room with 2 x 3-seater sofas and 2 tapestry covered chairs; TV and open fireplace. The dining room has an inglenook fireplace and a fruitwood dining table, seating six comfortably. The favourite bedroom in the village is the children's 'secret' bedroom which is accessed by a little door 1 meter high and beamed sloping ceiling. They tend to not want to leave this room. Adults can also use this twin room - if they don't mind ducking through the doorway. Enjoy a great night's sleep in comfortable beds, dressed in crisp white Egyptian cotton bedlinen. Fluffy bathroom towels, and swimming towels are provided, along with hair dryers, and fans. The luxury hotel toiletries are Made in Britain, eco and vegan friendly with cruelty-free ingredients, and made from 100% recycled 'Prevent Ocean Plastic' . Books, games and some children's toys are provided. If planning to walk to local eateries at night, it is best to bring a torch as we are in a 'semi-rural' area and street lights are few and far between. It really is a fairy tale cottage in a magical location which both adults and children will love and want to return to. For access to the cottage and parking, please read 'Guest Access'. Guest access THE COTTAGE: Guests have exclusive use of Myrtle Cottage, including the house, gardens and private pontoon, throughout their stay. ACCESS TO THE COTTAGE: Please note that there is no direct vehicle access to Myrtle Cottage. The cottage is reached on foot via one of two public pathways leading down from the road above. Photographs of both routes are provided in the listing for guidance. As access involves a number of steps and sloping pathways, guests with reduced mobility or walking difficulties may find access challenging. Unfortunately, Myrtle Cottage may not be suitable for wheelchair users or for those who are unable to manage steps comfortably. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us before booking. We will be happy to provide further information to help you determine whether the property is suitable for your needs. PARKING: There is limited on-street parking on the lane above the cottage. This is restricted to a maximum stay of four hours, with no return within one hour, and these restrictions apply 24 hours a day. For longer stays, free parking is available approximately 3–4 minutes' walk away. Full directions and parking information will be provided following confirmation of your booking. Our recommendation is to park on the lane above the cottage on arrival, unload your luggage and personal belongings, and then move your vehicle to the free parking area if you do not intend to use it again within the next four hours. During busy pub hours (lunch and evenings), parking on the lane above Myrtle Cottage can be congested. Other things to note SAFETY & WATERFRONT GUIDELINES: Myrtle Cottage enjoys a unique setting directly on the beautiful River Hamble, with open river access and a private pontoon extending from the lawn. As the property is situated beside open water, children must be supervised at all times. Guests who choose to swim in the river are strongly encouraged to wear suitable buoyancy aids. By staying at Myrtle Cottage, guests acknowledge that they use the pontoon, hot tub & firepit entirely at their own risk and accept responsibility for supervising children and ensuring safe use of all facilities. ACCESS TO THE COTTAGE: Myrtle Cottage is accessed via a series of steps or a sloped pathway. Please see photos for guidance. PRIVATE PONTOON AND BOATS: Guests are welcome to use the pontoon and moor small boats or RIBs. Any visiting vessels must be registered with the River Hamble Harbour Authority, properly insured, and used responsibly. Use of the pontoon and river access is entirely at the guest’s own risk. The Owner cannot accept liability for any loss, damage, or injury arising from the use of the pontoon, river access, or vessels. Guests are responsible for any damage caused to the pontoon or associated structures. HOT TUB: The hot tub is available for guest use and is recommended for children aged six and over. Children must be supervised at all times. Please note: for same-day changeovers, the hot tub will have been drained, cleaned and refilled prior to your arrival. As a result, it may not yet have reached its full operating temperature when you check in. GROCERY DELIVERIES: We recommend arranging a grocery delivery before or shortly after your arrival to help you settle in quickly. When placing your order, please add the following delivery note: "Walk down the steps to The Jolly Sailor pub. Myrtle Cottage is the white cottage on the right." BRING A TORCH: If you are planning to walk to local restaurants or pubs in the evening, we recommend bringing a torch. Myrtle Cottage is located in a semi-rural area and street lighting is limited. Fortunately, one of the area's most charming waterfront pubs and restaurants is right next door, so no torch is required for that particular outing! We hope you have a wonderful stay at Myrtle Cottage and enjoy everything that this special riverside location has to offer.