Swallows Retreat

Frog Lane Butts Lawn Farm, Fordingbridge, SP6 1BN, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>38</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
38 reviews

The accommodation is in a quiet location but within walking distance of Fordingbridge. The kitchen was well equipped and all the little thoughts on how to make the accommodation user friendly with dogs was fantastic.

Sarah United Kingdom
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Swallows Retreat

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  • Entire home
  • 151 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
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Swallows Retreat offers accommodations in Fordingbridge, 12 miles from Salisbury Cathedral and 12 miles from Salisbury Train Station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Featuring a terrace and garden views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property, and guests can go cycling and hiking nearby. Old Sarum is 14 miles from Swallows Retreat, while Salisbury Racecourse is 15 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 14 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Fordingbridge
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  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The accommodation is in a quiet location but within walking distance of Fordingbridge. The kitchen was well equipped and all the little thoughts on how to make the accommodation user friendly with dogs was fantastic.”
  • Yuen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We loved the excellent location off a quiet, secluded lane just a 10 minute walk away from all the town centre with pubs, shops and restaurants. It is a great base from which to explore the New Forest. The property was clean, comfortable and...”
  • Fam
    Belgium Belgium
    “A nice view of meadows, very quiet. Everything you need is available. Lots to do in the beautiful area. Highly recommended! We will definitely go back.”

Hosted by Animals' Voice

9
9
Host Review Score
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Animals' Voice
Butt's Lawn Farm is a beautiful bungalow with far-reaching countryside views of the local wildlife and landscape. The property has two bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom and a living area. Outside there is plenty of space for guests to enjoy the fresh air, with a spacious garden and a further enclosed paddock area, ideal for pets and children to run around in. There is a beautiful countryside walk as you step outside the property in one direction, while Fordingbridge is within half a mile the other way, where you will find the brilliant facilities that the town has to offer.
Swallow Retreat Bungalow is owned and run by Animals Voice, a small local wildlife charity. All proceeds from our holiday let go towards helping injured wildlife. Our long-term vision is to open a wildlife sanctuary and education centre in the barn that you can see in the distance from the bungalow. Pets are welcome at the property.
Fordingbridge and the surrounding areas have plenty of things to offer. There is a spacious riverside park, ideal for children with a paddling pool (open in the summer), play area, a brand new skatepark and a kiosk. There are plenty of local cafes, restaurants, pubs and takeaways. There is a range of independent businesses, including butchers, bakers, and local arts and crafts shops, and a soft play area with a cafe. There is also a water park a short drive towards Ringwood. Further afield the New Forest has a variety of beautiful walks, cycle rides and dog walks, and more beautiful countryside pubs and cafes. Locally, you can hire bikes from Sandy Balls, a short drive from the property. A twenty-minute drive away, Salisbury has a range of history including; the historic cathedral, Old Sarum, and just beyond the city the majestic Stonehenge. Bournemouth and Poole have a range of stunning beaches, from Hengistbury Head in the east to Sandbanks in the west.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Swallows Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Game console - PS2
  • Game console
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video games
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Swallows Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

FAQs about Swallows Retreat

  • Yes, Swallows Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Swallows Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Swallows Retreat on this page.

  • Swallows Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Water park
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at Swallows Retreat is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Swallows Retreat on this page.

  • Swallows Retreat can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Swallows Retreat is 2,800 feet from the center of Fordingbridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Swallows Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.