Woodland hideaway - HOT TUB - Sleeps 8 - Rose Award 2022 | Cottage in Ferndown
4 Bedroom Cottage in Longham, Ferndown
Nature lover’s secret hideaway with HOT TUB, Birchcroft nestles at the end of a winding lane, surrounded by rhododendron bushes in over an acre of land and enjoys walks into the local woodland. All rooms are of a good size with a particularly large lounge. Groups of 8 maximum or 2 families due to Covid restrictions.
Stunning views:-
Step onto the ample terrace and enjoy breathtaking views of the local landscape, with Longham lakes in the distance. Wild life including deer, foxes, rabbits, and many species of birds are often seen in the garden. Watch the stunning sunsets from the warmth of the hot tub.
Beaches, Cinemas, Restaurants:-
Though secluded, Birchcroft is only 6 miles from Bournemouth beaches and all the town’s facilities, has an ample supply of excellent pubs and restaurants in walking distance, [you can walk to The Angel Pub though the woods at the bottom of the garden but remember a torch for the return journey!] as well as many well known golf courses [Parkstone, Ferndown, Isle of Purbeck].
Accessible Accommodation:-
This beautiful chalet bungalow offers Accessible accommodation with ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms and is large enough for two families. There is a new ramp to the front door with wheelchair turning circle. VisitEngland has awarded Birchcroft Mobility 1 & 2, Hearing 1 and Visual 1, so we can accommodate part time wheelchair users as well as people with hearing and visual difficulties. We have a wet room with wheeled shower stool, electric single bed, electric stand-up chair and a loop system. We have flashing smoke alarms and a personal alarm. There is a ramp to the front door and easy access to the terrace and the back garden. The front garden is flat with tarmac driveways. We have a perching stool for the kitchen and an armed dining room chair to help the elderly. We now have a beautiful new carpeted oak staircase to the first floor with handrails suitable for those less able but we have 2 downstairs bedrooms, one with an extra wide door to accommodate a wheelchair. Please email owner for our accessibility statement for more details and items that can be provided free of charge to make your holiday so much easier for less able people. Or the Accessibility Guide can be seen on our website - www.birchcroft-hideaway.co.uk
Walkers:-
We have boot removers and a bench to sit on at the front door as well as Ordnance Survey maps of the area for your use. The wet room is very useful for hanging wet coats, over trousers and muddy boots with a special folding wall hanging rack. A First aid kit is always available. For those who prefer a gentle stroll in the immediate vicinity, the back garden has paths into the local woodlands and rights of way to the local pub where a good pub lunch is available. There is also a very pleasant walk by the nearby River Stour and one to Dorset Lakes and the picturesque Hampreston Village Church.
Cyclists:-
We have a chain security for bike storage and Ordnance Survey maps of the area are available for your use.
Children:-
For the children there is a large rear garden laid to lawn but the boundaries are unsecured and lead directly into 19 acres of woodland. Our latest addition is the conversion of our summer house into a play area for children complete with toy kitchen, table and chairs, safety dartboard and toy cars, etc. This has proved very popular with our younger visitors. We are very near to Adventure Wonderland and other child friendly attractions are Monkey World, The Tank museum, the Fossil Museum at Kimmeridge, 7 miles of golden sands at Bournemouth beaches, The New Forest with it ponies and Yelverton Air Museum on Salisbury Plain.
Recycling:-
We recycle all suitable waste products, use organic cleaning products and monitor water usage. We have our own septic tank that processes all sewerage waste. We encourage our guests to book via email and our websites and do not print any brochures unless specifically asked by our clients. We are replacing all light bulbs with energy efficient ones and use low voltage lighting in nearly all areas. Our gas hot air central heating system is one of the most efficient systems.
Golf Courses:-
We are very proud of our 16 local golf courses; in fact you can walk to one from the property - Dudsbury Golf Course and Club House. Ferndown is just 2 miles away, Parkstone golf club is a very high standard and the golf club at the Isle of Purbeck has stunning views.
National Trust properties:-
Kingston Lacy House is just 5 miles, Corfe Castle is about 45 mins drive and the beautiful New Forest is about 30 mins drive north east.
Location:-
Birchcroft is located only 6 miles from the 7 miles of golden sands that make up Bournemouth beaches. They stretch from Hengistbury Head [NT] overlooking Christchurch harbour, passed Bournemouth and Boscombe piers to the world famous Sandbanks peninsula with its luxury houses.
Remember:-
Birchcroft - "where the country meets the sea and history abounds"
Woodland hideaway - HOT TUB - Sleeps 8 - Rose Award 2022 is located in Longham. Woodland hideaway - HOT TUB - Sleeps 8 - Rose Award 2022 provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Woodland hideaway - HOT TUB - Sleeps 8 - Rose Award 2022 has 4 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Longham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Longham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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4 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Shampoo
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Shower
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Soap
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Toilet paper
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Towels provided
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4 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Blender
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Oven
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Paper towels
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Near the beach
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Car recommended
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Note from host: Absolutely NO Smoking
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Smoke-free property
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Wheelchair accessible
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Bicycle on site
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Boat on site
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Cycling nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Golfing on site
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Horse riding nearby
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Ice skating nearby
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Jet skiing nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Swimming nearby
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Tennis on site
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Water park
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Water skiing nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Arcade/game room
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Books
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DVD player
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Foosball table
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Games
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Stereo
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Video library
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 1572 sq ft (146 sq m)
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English
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In a rural location
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In a village
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Near a hospital
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Near the bay
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Near the sea
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On the lake
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On the river
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Computer monitor
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Printer
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Crib/infant bed available
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Highchair
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Playground
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Stair gate
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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Safe
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Carbon monoxide detector
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector
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Close to skiing
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Massages
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Spa tub
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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