Family-friendly holiday rentals in New Forest

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 3,860 holiday rentals in New Forest

  • Nightly prices starting at

    New Forest holiday rentals start at £22 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 1,730 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    400 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    1,650 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    3,710 of New Forest holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across New Forest rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    New Forest stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    New Forest’s top spots include Highcliffe Castle, Hengistbury Head and Hurst Castle

Top-rated family-friendly rentals in New Forest

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A wooden lodge is nestled among lush greenery, featuring a large deck with a wooden railing. The facade of the lodge includes large windows that allow natural light inside, complemented by a sloped roof. Outdoor seating is visible on the deck.
Farm stay
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 505 reviews

Pine Lodge - Headlands Farm

🌲 Pine Lodge — Lakeside Retreat for Families & Friends @headlandsfarmlakesidelodges @headlandsfarm ✨ Perfect for families of 4, couples , or mixed groups seeking a peaceful countryside escape. Step outside to your child-friendly lakeside decking right on the water’s edge. Enjoy breakfast at our onsite coffee shop ☕, discounted fishing 🎣, plus sauna & cold plunge, padel, and massage & beauty treatments 🧘‍♀️🎾💆‍♀️. Dog friendly, with self check-in 🧼 — 5 more lodges available on Airbnb 💌

Top guest favourite
Home
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

The Garden Wing is a very special tranquil place

This unique place has a style all its own. Designed in a Japanese way with it's own Water Garden, terrace and boardwalk. Ideal for a family and children will love The Garden Wing, but there is access to the Japanese water garden, and bedroom 3+4 have unguarded stairs to unuseable mezzanine bunks ( see photos). If in any doubt about suitability.....please message me before booking. It is perfect for 6 people, but has beds for 8 EV charger. Oct-Mar + Midweek availability message me first please

Top guest favourite
The interior of the yurt features a king-size bed adorned with colorful bedding and patterned cushions. A cozy seating area is arranged with traditional furnishings. Warm light is provided by stylish lanterns, illuminating handcrafted decor and round rugs on the wooden floor.
Yurt
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 302 reviews

Cosy Yurt Hideaway South Downs National Park.

Hand built by myself & Granny Mongolia, the Yurt is a mix of traditional Mongolian design & bohemian chic. As you enter the yurt you will instantly notice a sense of calm & grounding, an ideal retreat from a hectic lifestyle. Surrounded by countryside, the yurt is home to many Mongolian artefacts gifted to me by Granny Mongolia. It features a charcoal bbq & stove. Outside there is a large dining area, outdoor kitchen & outdoor bathroom. Child friendly space. As seen on BBC2 My Unique B&B.

Guest favourite
A firepit area is situated among log seating on pebbled ground, offering a natural gathering spot. The cabin, featuring large windows, nestles into the forest backdrop, showcasing a blend of wood textures and greenery. Tall trees frame the scene, enhancing the sense of tranquility.
Farm stay
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Penny Bun Cabin, A Little House in The New Forest

Arrive at the end of your mile long driveway to an oasis of calm. Switch off your phones, turn off devices and unplug while you relax in this contemporary little log house, away from the outside world. Situated in the tranquil New Forest countryside with direct access to explore the New Forest terrain and neighbouring Jurassic Coast and beaches. Designed, built and managed using eco-sensitive practices Penny Bun allows you space and time to relax and take a break from the strains of life.

Guest favourite
The open living area features a vaulted wooden ceiling with pendant lighting and a modern fireplace. Comfortable seating includes two sofas and decorative cushions. Artwork is displayed along the walls, and a television is mounted above the fireplace. Light floods in through large glass doors leading to the outdoor space.
Home
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

The Summer House

The Summer House is a recently converted guest house, self contained with fully equipped kitchen , beautifully fitted bathroom ,double bed on the galleried mezzanine level ,accessed by ladder stairs with vaulted ceiling creating a loft style. It is fully heated ,has wi-fi , streamed TV, and ceiling speakers for streaming music. The space is modern,bright ,yet cosy. Outdoors it sits at the top of 14 acres of grounds over looking the main house. There is a private entrance and parking on site.

Top guest favourite
An outdoor patio area is visible, featuring a dining table surrounded by eight chairs. A large umbrella provides shade. The barn's rustic wooden exterior contrasts with the neatly laid stone tiles. Lush greenery and trees form a backdrop, under a partly cloudy sky.
Home
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 371 reviews

Stride’s Barn

A newly restored and beautifully refurbished oak framed barn conversion bordering the New Forest National Park . With spectacular far reaching views Stride’s Barn is situated 9 miles from the Cathedral City of Salisbury and 15 miles from Southampton . An ideal base to explore the local areas including many walks, pubs , restaurants, golf clubs and other tourist attractions such as Stonehenge and Paultons Park/Peppa Pig World . Can be rented with additional listing ‘The Cowshed’ (sleeps 2) .

Top guest favourite
The Pigsty features a unique domed structure with a blend of dark and natural wood accents. A small outdoor seating area with a round table and two chairs is positioned at the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.
Hut
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 641 reviews

The Pigsty

The Pigsty is Winchester's first luxury woodland hideaway, with beautiful views of Vale Farm. Less than 2.5 miles from the historic centre of Winchester, this peaceful retreat is perfect for those looking to visit the city, or escape for some peace. The Pigsty’s domed design with wooden interior has a roll top bath, cosy open plan living space and decking area to enjoy dinner with sunset views. Just a few minutes walk from the famous Clarendon Way, and a 30 minute walk to the city centre.

Top guest favourite
The exterior of the Salt Hut features a darkly painted corrugated metal facade. A stable door is opened, showcasing indoor light. Steps lead up to the entrance, surrounded by greenery, potted plants, and a fire bowl nearby, creating a welcoming outdoor environment.
Shepherd’s hut
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 217 reviews

New Forest Luxury Hideaway

Handcrafted from traditional materials, our luxury retreat blends industrial style with a modern twist. The Salt Hut is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway, time with a close friend or a solo adventure. A five minute drive to the centre of Lymington or the picturesque New Forest, and ten minutes away from the coastal village of Milford on Sea. You can discover the local area on foot using the network of countryside footpaths, one leads down to a great local pub, The Mill.

Top guest favourite
A well-maintained garden surrounds a charming cottage, featuring a sunny patio set with white chairs and a table. A glass conservatory stands nearby, complemented by a charcoal grill. Lush greenery and colorful flower beds enhance the serene outdoor space.
Home
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews

Cosy comfort, hot-tub, wood burner, in New Forest.

Attached to a beautiful farm house, and set within the New Forest National Park, the Bolt Hole offers a wonderful place to relax. Enjoy the hot tub and take in the garden and paddock views. When it is chilly, draw the curtains and light the wood burner. Quiet and peaceful yet 2 minutes' drive from a great village which has two super pubs. 5 miles from beaches and 3 minutes' drive to the wonderful New Forest. Bring your dog too, there are fields for them to run around in.

Guest favourite
A charming exterior view of the cottage displays a yellow facade complemented by lush greenery and vibrant flower pots filled with colorful blooms. A wooden gate leads into a flower-lined path, inviting guests to explore the beautifully landscaped surroundings.
Cottage
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Cottage Hideaway | Direct Access to New Forest

A haven in the New Forest close to Burley village with its amenities and pubs. Cottage is on the estate of a Country House accessible via a scenic forest track. Immerse yourself in the nature of the surrounding forest. Deer and horses pass the front gates. There is outdoor seating, a fire pit and an alfresco dining area and BBQ within its secluded garden. Perfect for a leisurely evening. Enjoy the panoramic views from an adjacent field ideal for family picnics.

Guest favourite
An A-frame structure is framed by trees and surrounded by blooming bluebells. Light filters through the open front, illuminating the interior where a seating area is presented. The natural setting offers a serene escape, with vibrant flowers in the foreground enhancing the tranquil scene.
Hut
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

The Glade at Ladyhill Vineyard near Winchester

Nestled on the edge of an ancient wood in South Downs National Park and with fantastic views over Ladyhill Vineyard and the Hampshire countryside The Glade has a cosy A-Frame to grab a good night sleep, a separate shower room with flushable loo to keep you fresh and a kitchen equip-for-easy glamping. Relax and admire the views, BBQ on the fire pit, spot deer and hare or stroll down the river Itchen to The Bush gastro pub. You’ll return home totally refreshed!

Top guest favourite
The Watch House is viewed from a garden path lined with blooming flowers, leading down to the beach. The white exterior of the cottage is highlighted against a clear blue sky, while the tide is low, revealing a sandy shore.
Home
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Iconic Beach Front Stay | The Watch House, Lepe

A standout seafront landmark on Lepe Beach, The Watch House is a lovingly restored former lifeboat and coastguard station, once used to combat smuggling across the Solent. With original features, a modern kitchen, wood burner, cosy window seat over the water, and views to the Isle of Wight, it’s a guest favourite—“an iconic beachfront stay” and “perfect relaxing getaway.” Pet-friendly with parking for two, perfect for families, couples, or friends.

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