Gorgeous English Farmhouse Holiday Cottage for 9½

Our newly renovated and refurbished Farmhouse Holiday Cottage - Rockford Farm - a 250-year-old Grade II listed English farmhouse, games barn and grounds in the New Forest National Park on the Hampshire and Dorset border. We accept families, wellness and work retreats that bring people together. We offer artist residencies annually. A special place for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas and Easter. No pets, hens or stag parties. We accommodate up to 9 adults and kids + 1 toddler bed. The space Take a week or two to slow down, relax and connect with family and friends in the privacy of 10 magical acres - this area is safe, clean and quiet with beautiful countryside and a sailing lake next door. Our farm includes the Main House, a huge Games Barn and 10 acres of beautiful grounds with nature walks, pond, firepit, seating area and views. Parking for up to 6 cars on the drive. ★ LUXURIOUS & ARTISTICALLY DESIGNED BEDROOMS ★ ✔ Master Bedroom 1 - King bed, stable window with forest views, his and hers double wardrobes, couples armchairs, childs sleigh bed, own private wing with Master Ensuite ✔ Bedroom 2 - King bed with traditional cast-iron bed frame, built-in wardrobe, antique desk, mirror and captains chair, view of the paddock ✔ Bedroom 3 - Twin single beds (or one superking on request), in-built wardrobe, reading armchair with footstool and lamp, standing mirror, paddock views ✔ Bedroom 4 - bespoke carpentry bunk beds for kids, teenagers or adults, single bed with traditional cast-iron bed frame, chest of drawers, childrens books, paddock views ★ LUXURIOUS LIVING SPACES ★ ✔ Dining Room - stunning oak and yew farmhouse table seating up to 12, farmhouse dresser, armchairs, special sunday lunch dinner plates set, wine and beer glasses, drinks trolley, exposed timber beams ✔ Kitchen - AGA masterchef with induction stovetop, bespoke kitchen joinery, bar stools, farmhouse kitchen island and sink, integrated fridge and dishwasher, excellent cookware and appliances for the passionate cook, patio views ✔ Sitting Room - original inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, two double sofas, armchairs, fireplace and bay window seating, exposed timber beams, seats 8 ✔ Snug - 3-seater sofa, large armchair, books alcove, tv, bay window seating, board games, decorative fireplace, exposed timber beams, seats 4 ✔ Lobby - 2-seater settee, antique bistro table and chairs with window view, decorative fireplace, antique furniture, lake views ★ INCREDIBLE BATHROOMS & OTHER SPACES ★ ✔ Ground Floor - walk in shower, moroccan sink and wall tiles, bespoke carpentry, luxury British hand soap and body products ✔ Upstairs Family bathroom - shower, copper bathtub, timber clad walls and fun wallpaper, luxury British hand soap and body products ✔ Master Ensuite - shower, traditional cast-iron claw-footed bath tub, timber clad walls, lake views, luxury British hand soap and body products ✔ Bootroom - bespoke carpentry, jacket, hat and shoe storage, drying cupboard, bench. ★ HUGE GAMES BARN ★ ✔ Main Room - tv, reclaimed leather lounge sofas, table tennis, wood fire stove, card and chess table, club chairs, views of the pond and courtyard, underfloor heating, seats 12 ✔Laundry and kitchenette - kitchenette with bar fridge, Nespresso machine, washer and dryer, iron, Caravan London coffee ✔ Barn bathroom - wet room shower with rain shower head, bespoke carpentry, copper hammered sink and antique taps, luxury British hand soap and body products ★ STUNNING GROUNDS ★ ✔Wildflower and nature circuit walk - lake view walk, lower path walk, come close to deers and other New Forest wildlife ✔ Lake view seating ✔ Camp fire ✔ Pond ✔ Huge Outdoor lawn for games ✔ Dining courtyard - 12 seater outdoor table, festoon lights, BBQ ✔ Private exit / entrance gate leading to the New Forest National Park ★ SPECIAL FEATURES ★ ✔ access to stunning walking tracks and pubs within the New Forest National Park ✔ Grade 2 listed farmhouse with thatched roof - restored artistically with traditional British crafts and building methods ✔ 10 minute walk to local pub ✔ Enourmous Games Barn ✔ Enourmous private outdoor space with wild fields, forest, paddocks, ponds and wild deer spotting. ✔ next door to Blashford lakes for birdwatching, fishing, nature reserve walks, some watersports ★ ADDITIONAL AMENITIES ★ ✔ Plenty of parking space. ✔ Travel cot and high chair available on request. Guest access Rockford Farm is all yours for the whole of your stay. Other things to note BBQ Cleaning Fee Deep cleaning of the BBQ can be a time consuming and difficult job! Please note that we have just had to introduce an additional BBQ cleaning fee of £20-35 for our cleaners to deep clean the grates and BBQ after use, depending on how clean it is left. If you are planning to grill, following the step-by-step after-use cleaning protocol in our Quick Guide will really help. Sustainability and Wellness Philosophy. - Every bed fitted with a Naturalmat organic mattresses & protectors - Natural wool duvets, blankets and pillows to cosy up with - Ecologically plant-based cleaning products & laundry detergents - Improvements in hydration and drinking water with Ionized water filter - Solid oak carpentry and avoidance of cheap timber derivatives containing harmful bonding agents and toxins - Natural granite tops - The use of breathable paints such as Bauwerk natural lime paints, water based woodwork paints from Farrow & Ball and high-quality OSMO wood stains and oils We also offer products that respect our environment such as - Caravan coffee from London who make our coffee pods that are biodegradable - Austin Austin Organic Skincare from Norfolk shower wash, shampoo and conditioner - Earl of East from East London who make our bath salts, hand soap and hand cream range - SMOL subscription service for plant-based dishwasher and laundry cleaning products - Who Give a Crap 100% Renewable & Sustainable toilet paper