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House was just what we needed for a family gathering, historic, large with many historic features but still felt homely. Plenty of room for 25 people and well equipped. Would recommend.

Visited forest drove cottage for my 60th birthday with family. Access was easy and if we had any question they were easily contacted by phone. House was lovely and welcoming and very clean and tidy. Everything we needed was there for us to enjoy our stay. Lovely welcome pack which was gratefully received. My one negative was that we had paid extra for hot tub at a substantial price and were not left any extra towels. Being January towels didnt dry very quickly and only had 1 each. This is just something that could be looked at 😊

This is a truly charming thatched cottage on the edge of the New Forest. It is beautifully furnished, very clean, and extremely well equipped for all our needs.
We stayed as a mixed age group from 10 to mid 70 to celebrate a 70th Birthday. The cottage worked perfectly well for everyone.
The location is excellent, with direct access to the forest and the joy of seeing ponies roaming freely nearby.
A relaxing & memorable stay.

We absolutely loved the property and the setting. The hot tub was a hit with everyone and there was nothing that hadn’t been considered for a large group, with loads of cutlery, crockery, two cafetières, all the cooking equipment you’d need and more. Any issues we had, our hosts were only too happy to help. Location is close to Honiton with good access to coastal towns like Lyme and Sidmouth within 40 mins. Oh and despite the quite remote location, WiFi was great.

Beck Cottage was amazing
Very warm on arrival which was really nice and homely as ive arrived at some places and had to wait for the place to warm up
Theres absolutely nothing that could of been better & the hot tub was a great bonus and in full working order
Loved it! 👌

Osmund house is fantastic. Very clean and well furnished. Really well stocked kitchen. Lots of fridge/freezer space. A few ovens and two tables for dining. The bedrooms were spacious and comfy beds. There were 16 of us in all and we had a great time there. The hot tub was nice to have and we hired the BBQ hut which was lovely too. Nice big garden. It’s within easy walking distance of the centre of Salisbury with supermarkets close by too.

We booked through Short Stay homes who were brilliant. We booked at very short notice due to a property we’d booked elsewhere being cancelled and Short Stay Homes couldn’t have been more helpful. Communication was very friendly and prompt.

They left a lovely hamper for us too which was a really nice touch.

We’ll definitely be returning here and can’t recommend it enough.

Great period house with lots of character. Well equipped and ideal for our New Year’s friend’s getaway.
Great location on the edge of town, with lots of good amenities close at hand.

We had such a great weekend at Forest Drove in the New Forest. The house was exactly what we needed for our family of 11 with 6 children and a granny!
The lady we booked with was so helpful and friendly.
When we got home we realised my 10 year old daughter had left her favourite Christmas present behind along with her purse with pocket money. I immediately called Short Stay Homes and within a couple of days they had posted everything to us. I will definitely book with them again in the future.

Another wonderful few days at Riverside Lodge, this was our second visit. So peaceful and relaxing in a delightful setting surrounded by wildlife including many types of birds including ducks, swans, kingfishers and a small herd of deer in the adjoining wood appeared on our last day. Would thoroughly recommend for those wanting seclusion and to get away from it all.

A Perfect Weekend Getaway for the Whole Family

We stayed at this property last weekend with our entire family, and it was truly exceptional from start to finish. The home was spotless, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable and stress-free stay. Every room felt cozy and welcoming, and there was plenty of space for everyone to relax without ever feeling crowded.

Pam was incredibly accommodating and kindly allowed us to arrive earlier than planned so we could set up for my in-laws’ 50th wedding anniversary celebration. That flexibility made our weekend so much easier and truly meant a lot to us.

The kids and dogs loved the outdoor space, and the adults appreciated having a peaceful spot to unwind. The location was perfect and close to everything we wanted to see and do.

We made wonderful memories here and genuinely felt at home. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a family-friendly, relaxing, and memorable getaway.

Many thanks

From the all the family!

Found Forest Drove to be very expensive for what it was. We have stayed in several airbnbs and holiday homes over the years, and this was at the higher end but the standard of the cottage wasn’t great. The cottage needed a lot of TLC and we had quite a few issues whilst there.
The cleanliness of the cottage needs to be improved. We arrived to the kitchen floor being quite gritty and needing a good hoover and mop.
The baking trays were not cleaned at all, very dirty and had been used but not washed.
When we stripped the beds off on departure day, we noticed the bed was deeply stained and really needed replacing.
The 2nd night of our stay, we ran a bath for the children and when opening the plug to release the water, water was pouring through the lights downstairs in the utility room. The electricity didn’t trip either which to me is a safety hazard, luckily we noticed it before it caused any significant damage or harm. The downstairs bedroom needs better lighting and is a very small double bed. Overall, this cottage sadly didn't meet our expectations.

Fantastic service from Beginning to end. The team were so helpful when making the booking to find a property that met all our needs as well as in a location suitable. Information was provided all through the lead up to our stay and we got a fantastic link (like an app) prior to arrival with really useful information. On arrival despite being early the team were so helpful and during our stay when we reached out for help the team were responsive and sent help. The property was incredible, clean and had all the facilities needed as well as a few extras such as a lovely welcome basket filled with goodies! Thank you for making our celebration magical!

Perfect stay. Great location and the house exceeded expectations. Love the kitchen/dining area . Ideal for family get together. Will book again.

We’ve had the pleasure of supplying beds to Short Stay Homes for some time now, and it’s clear they are a truly well-organised and customer-focused business. From the outset, their communication has been seamless, their logistics impressively efficient, and their attention to detail second to none.
What stands out most is their unwavering commitment to their guests. Every decision they make—from the quality of furnishings to the layout of their properties—reflects a genuine priority for customer comfort and satisfaction. It’s refreshing to work with a company that not only values excellence but also treats its suppliers with the same professionalism and respect they extend to their clients.
Highly recommended for anyone seeking a holiday experience backed by thoughtful planning and exceptional service.

Very good pre-arrival service with lots of information for our stay, and when we arrived the cottage was just as lovely as the pictures had suggested.

We were a family group of eleven and stayed in Brook Cottage in Wood Green in the New Forest. We highly recommend it! The location was excellent with easy access to excellent walks. The local pub was very nearby and served very good food and beer. The cottage itself was genuinely old but stylish and well maintained . There was plenty of room for all of us in the lounge the dining room and kitchen. The garden was well set out and included a climbing frame for the youngest children. All of us gave Brook Cottage full marks!

We were a party of eight adults and five children staying for a long weekend celebrating a big birthday. The garden and the house was more than big enough for us to be all together in any one of the dining room, kitchen and living room and allow spaces for quiet time when needed. The garden was a great space for the children and dog to explore and for the adults to sit and chill. The hot tub was just lovely and the games room over the garage was a great place for the generations to challenge each other!
The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed. The pub was 2 minutes walk away and the food and service was superb. The walks were easy with the public footpath outside the gate and the visits from the ponies to the gate thrilled the children. The whole weekend exceeded our expectations, thankyou Beck Cottage.

I recently stayed at Arniss Farm, booked through Short Stay Homes, and had a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Booked the farmhouse, lodge and shepherd hut. The properties were clean, well-equipped, and set in a beautiful, peaceful location—perfect for unwinding and enjoying nature. Communication with the hosts was smooth and professional throughout, and they were prompt in arranging the refund of the security deposit, which added to the overall positive experience.

I would definitely recommend Arniss Farm to anyone looking for a countryside retreat with great service and comfortable accommodation.

This is my 2nd booking at Short Stay Homes, many more to come.

Angela Booth

There were eight of us staying here and we thought it was the best airbnb we had stayed in. The house is modern, airy and bright with fantastic views of the Blackdown Hills and beyond. It is well-equiped and we appreciated the welcome pack of biscuits, etc, flowers and prosecco We paid extra for the large hot tub, which was well maintained and which the children loved. The house is remote but the benefit of that is the peace and quiet and the countryside views, which we miss.

Beautiful stay in a perfect house. Well equipped and ideal for a large family. Great location for our first visit to the New Forest, we will definitely be back.