2 ROPEWALK COTTAGES, built in 1860, offers self catering accommodation in Lymington. The cottage was originally one of a row of terraced cottages occupied by fishermen, rope makers and boat builders. It is ideally situated by Lymington Harbour’s scenic waterfront and has its own off road car parking space for one. The cottage is now ‘upside down’ to fully appreciate its position. It is double glazed, gas central heated, 1080 sq ft in size, well equipped and comfortably furnished.
Upstairs:
LIVING AREA is light, airy and spacious with wide French doors leading onto the balcony with its vibrant views. In the living area find 2 sofas, a large round dining table with chairs, 2 coffee tables, Smart TV, CD and DVD players and unlimited WiFi internet.
KITCHEN is modern and well equipped – electric fan oven/electric grill/gas hob/ microwave oven/big fridge with ice box/dishwasher etc..
BALCONY: see masts in the Yacht Haven, sails on The Solent, ferries passing at the head of the river, the Isle of Wight on the horizon, dinghy sailors tinkering with boats in the adjacent car/boat park and walkers following the stunning coastal walk through the Lymington/Keyhaven Nature Reserve: a bird lover’s paradise.
Downstairs:
BEDROOM 1 with king sized bed, ample storage and hanging space, bedside chests, chair and hairdryer.
BEDROOM 2 with single bed, bedside chest, chest of drawers and array of robe hooks.
BATHROOM, refurbished 12/19, with powerful over bath shower, back-lit shaving mirror over basin, towel rail, window.
CLOAKROOM with lavatory, basin and towel rail, refurbished 12/19.
PORCH, light, attractive, handy for outdoor clothing.
UTILITY ROOM in private and secure COURTYARD has Belfast sink/washing machine/tumble dryer/freezer/ironing equipment/bike stands/storage.
PATIO GARDEN, off the master bedroom, is private and secure with garden furniture and pretty shrubs. South East facing.
PARKING SPACE for one car on gravelled drive.
Close by:
Slipway where numerous boats are launched, lifeboat station, Victorian Outdoor Sea Water Bath, Royal Lymington Yacht Club, Lymington Town Sailing Club, park, bandstand, The Mayflower Pub, The Haven Restaurant & Bar, a chandlery/convenience store.
LYMINGTON, HAMPSHIRE, is a much loved Georgian town on the south coast with many good pubs and restaurants all around. The historic High Street (bustling Saturday market), town station and quay are a short pretty walk from the cottage.
THE NEW FOREST NATIONAL PARK with wild ponies, cattle, donkeys, deer and gorgeous walks/rides is a short drive away.
THE SEA: MILFORD-ON-SEA is the nearest beach. Highcliffe, Mudeford, Boscombe, Southbourne and Bournemouth beaches a bit further away and well worth visiting.
Welcoming guests:
We send much information in advance and meet our guests outside the property with the keys. We live just around the corner and are on hand for any problem that might possibly occur.