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Smugglers Cottage

Barton On Sea, Hampshire (Ref. 1180296)

Customer rating

3.3

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Dream Cottages rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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3 Customer Review(s)

  • Alison

    “This was our first visit to Smugglers cottage.”

    It’s situated in a quiet area with only birdsong audible. The cottage is very quaint with a pretty garden. The furniture is good quality. The conservatory is a bonus and lovely to sit in with a glass of wine. The beds are firm with good quality linen and we slept well. The towels were soft and fluffy. Shower works fine but the flow output is not strong. Yes there is the odd cobweb and bit of dust but this is an 18th century cottage with a thatched roof, so despite best efforts of the ...

    It’s situated in a quiet area with only birdsong audible. The cottage is very quaint with a pretty garden. The furniture is good quality. The conservatory is a bonus and lovely to sit in with a glass of wine. The beds are firm with good quality linen and we slept well. The towels were soft and fluffy. Shower works fine but the flow output is not strong. Yes there is the odd cobweb and bit of dust but this is an 18th century cottage with a thatched roof, so despite best efforts of the housekeepers, the odd spider will persist. We heard nothing of any pests as reported by a previous reviewer, just a couple of active squirrels busying themselves in the trees. Despite putting out the bins as instructed, the refuse was not collected, even though the bin lorries drove past! The owner might consider replacing the bin as it has a large split up the side and the lid is broken; we found the bin rolling around the garden after strong winds. We would recommend Smugglers Cottage to anyone who would like to stay in an old property, just mind your head if you’re 6’ or taller!

    - Alison, April 2026

    Your review really cheered us up this morning! We can't thank you enough for your kind words and encouragement and are delighted you enjoyed your time at 'Snugs'. Please do let us know if you are ever planning to return. As regards the refuse removal, we have started paying Business Rates rather than Council Tax so our housekeepers take all rubbish, but a notification for this is indeed well overdue. I will type a notice for our cleaners to put up next to the kitchen bin and look into replacing or removing the dustbin outside. Many thanks again and all the best, Jane and John Property Owner

Summary

  • Please note: this property can only accommodate Friday arrivals
  • Two doubles
  • Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with electric wood burner
  • Snug with sofa bed
  • Generous Welcome Pack: bread, butter, eggs, milk, wine and biscuits
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, tall upright freezer in utility area, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster, pod coffee maker
  • Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel, power, electric stove inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn and furniture
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1 mile, pub 1.4 miles, lake 1.5 miles, river 0.5 miles, beach 0.7 miles
  • Please note, the staircase is steep, uneven, and twisted, with a low threshold at the top, It is unsuitable for guests with limited mobility and may be challenging for those with balance or mobility concerns
  • Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250GBP

The property

Smugglers Cottage is a delightful pet-friendly property located in the village of Barton on Sea, Hampshire.

Ideal for families or groups of friends, this ground-floor retreat features exposed beams and is just a short distance from the beach. Step inside to find a characterful sitting room, where you can choose between a two-seater sofa or three armchairs to relax and settle into your home-from-home.

The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for a self-catered stay, including an electric oven, gas hob, and microwave.

Gather around the dining table to enjoy meals together and share stories from days gone by. When the weather is fine, dine alfresco in the enclosed rear garden.

The conservatory offers a pleasant spot to sit while children and dogs enjoy the lawn.

As the sun sets, unwind with a drink in hand before heading indoors to watch a film or series on the Smart TV.

For quieter moments, select a book from the collection and retreat to the snug. When it’s time to rest, drift off to the sound of the local Tawny Owl and the peaceful skies of the Solent Way.

The property offers two double bedrooms upstairs, while the snug includes a single sofa bed—ideal for guests who prefer to avoid stairs.

In the morning, refresh with a shower in the ground-floor shower room or enjoy a soak in the upstairs bath. A shop and pub are just a short drive away for essentials or a meal out.

In Barton-on-Sea, spend the day at the beach, take in the views from the Cliff Top Walk, or enjoy a round at the Barton on Sea Golf Course.

Nearby Highcliffe offers attractions such as Highcliffe Castle, Steamer Point Nature Reserve, and Lakewood open space park—perfect for a picnic. Further afield, Bournemouth promises fun on the pier with amusements and boat rides, marine life at the Oceanarium, and scenic strolls through the Lower Gardens. A cheerful and memorable getaway awaits at Smugglers Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

BARTON ON SEA

Christchurch 5.5 miles; Lymington 7 miles; Bournemouth 11 miles.

Barton on Sea is a clifftop village adjoining the bustling town of New Milton, only 5.5 miles from Christchurch on the south coast. Situated at the eastern end of Christchurch Bay, there are spectacular views across the Solent towards 'The Needles' on the western end of the Isle of Wight, towards Hurst Castle to the east and towards Christchurch and Hengistbury Head to the west. The coastal path winds its way beside the local golf course towards Lymington, where you can take one of the regular ferries to the Isle of Wight. Explore the beautiful New Forest National Park with its wild ponies and pretty villages, whilst a visit to the National Motor Museum or the stunning gardens at Exbury is a must. No visit to this area would be complete without a trip to the cosmopolitan seaside resort of Bournemouth, with its award-winning beaches, vibrant shopping centre, theatres and restaurants, or enjoy the attractive riverside town of Christchurch or Avon Beach at nearby Highcliffe which is popular with surfers. No matter what time of year you visit there's always a lot to do to suit all ages.

Please note: this property can only accommodate Friday arrivals.

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