About this property

Located in Fordingbridge, 16 km from Salisbury Cathedral, The Old Post Office provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 17 km from Salisbury Train Station, 20 km from Old Sarum and 21 km from Salisbury Racecourse. The Mayflower Theatre is 34 km away and Southampton Guildhall is 35 km from the holiday home. Stonehenge is 32 km from the holiday home, while Bournemouth International Centre is 33 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 24 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Johnny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location suited us as we wanted to be near Sandy Balls. It gave good access into the scenic New Forest area. It was very cute annexe to a thatched cottage. We were fortunate to get it at fairly short notice. It was small but had. All that we...
  • Janette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was quaint and not too far from fordingbridge, where I needed to be Small and neat and tidy and clean
  • Eleni
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location and room. Very peaceful and we also saw some wildlife.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful building, very comfortable and cosy. Good facilities and a great location. We enjoyed our stay
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The surprise of bread, butter, jam & milk in the kitchen.
  • Judith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely little place more kitchen facilities than we expected pretty much full functionality kitchen with bread eggs teabags etc they definitely under sell this
  • Haz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I was most familiar with the location as lived in the area in my school age years so did not need to enquire or re-familiarise myself. Cottage was very pretty and quaint. There was a most thoughtful welcome pack awaiting me on arrival which was...
  • Marieke
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely cosy cottage, perfect for a couple's weekend away

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Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for. As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.

Property information

The owner lives on-site/nearby. The Old Post Office does not have room for a travel cot. No barbecues. Please note: There are ongoing works taking place between 9AM and 5PM Mon-Fri due to the roof of the property being re-thatched. There will be scaffolding on-site however this should not impact your stay. These works are expected to be completed by the end of April. Explore the New Forest from this studio property which is perfect for a couple touring this beautiful area.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Sitting-out area and garden furniture. Shared 1-acre grounds. Bike store. Parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This charming and compact studio annexe is attached to the owner’s historic home, a property steeped in fascinating history. In the 1830s, this unique site housed a wheelwright’s workshop, a post office, and a bakery. Though modest in size, the studio offers a tastefully furnished retreat, perfect for couples seeking a cosy base for their holiday. Within the same grounds are Walnut Tree Cottage (ref 30424) and The Hideaway (UKC540), making it an excellent choice for friends or couples wishing to holiday together while enjoying their own private space. Ideally situated just off the main road connecting Salisbury (9 miles) and Ringwood (5 miles), this location is both accessible and tranquil. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate its proximity to the New Forest National Park, directly opposite the property, with an abundance of scenic footpaths perfect for walkers and opportunities to spot local wildlife. Cyclists are well catered for too, with secure bike storage available on-site. Each property within the grounds comes with its own allocated parking space, a private sitting-out area, and access to spacious, shared lawned gard...

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

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House rules

The Old Post Office takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old Post Office in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.