The Old Post Office, Emery Down

Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, the historic Old Post Office (dating from 1885) has recently been beautifully refurbished to provide a stylish and comfortable holiday home for up to eight guests.  Dogs are welcome!

Located in the quaint village of Emery Down with its picturesque forest cottages, charming grade 2 listed church, popular local pub and beautiful forest walks on the doorstep, The Old Post Office is the perfect base for all the family to enjoy!

Along a quiet no through lane, often frequented by ponies and donkeys (who like to peer through the kitchen window!), the open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room is the hub of The Old Post Office, with a cosy log burner.  In warmer weather, bi-fold doors open onto a large sunny terrace (perfect for dining!) and a small lawn, with stunning far reaching views across the countryside. Upstairs is a second sitting room giving a separate space for reading, watching TV or playing games.  Four bedrooms (two doubles both with en-suite bathrooms, and two twins with a further family bathroom) and a useful utility room complete this delightful holiday home.

Nearby Lyndhurst is just a short drive (or 15 minute walk) away and has a wide range of independent shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants and 2 well stocked small supermarkets. The New Forest National Park, with it’s free-roaming ponies, and miles of walking and cycle tracks, surrounds this convenient spot, and bikes can be hired locally. The Georgian market town of Lymington is within easy travelling distance, where you can catch a ferry to the Isle of Wight for an exciting day out! The closest beaches are just 20 minutes away and other local attractions include Beaulieu Motor Museum and Paultons Park home of Peppa Pig World.

SHORT BREAKS may also be available for smaller parties in low and mid season - please enquire for more details.

REDUCED OCCUPANCY discount is available in low season and mid season for 4 guests or less for week-long bookings. A choice of 2 bedrooms is offered. Some high season weeks may also be available – please enquire for more details.

Accommodation
Entrance into hallway.
Door into open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with comfortable seating, log burner, Smart TV and bi-fold doors leading onto outside terrace. Dining area with table seating eight people. Kitchen area with range cooker with gas hob and electric oven, American style fridge/freezer with water dispenser and ice machine, dishwasher, wine fridge, microwave, water softener (kitchen tap isolated for drinking water) and DAB Radio.
Door to Utility Room with washing machine, tumble dryer and cloakroom with basin and WC.
Back door to garden and internal door to garage.
Stairs from hallway to first floor.
Sitting room with far-reaching views and comfortable seating, Smart TV.
Bedroom 2 with double  (4ft 6) bed, wardrobe and drawer unit. En-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Bedroom 3 with twin (3ft) beds and drawer unit.
Bedroom 4 with single (3ft) trundle bed, with the option of pulling out a second single (3ft) bed for occasional use, drawer unit.
Family bathroom with bath and shower over, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Stairs to second floor.
Master bedroom with king size (5ft) bed, built-in wardrobe, dressing table and space for cot.
En-suite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside
Bi-fold doors open onto a decked area with steps down to a small lawn. There is a large terrace with outdoor table and chairs for al fresco dining.

Parking
There is plenty of unrestricted parking on the lane outside. 

EV Charging  Electric vehicle charging possible via the mains socket in the garage. Please let us know at the time of booking; there will be a £30.00 per vehicle per week charge. Please bring your own charging cable.

Additional 
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels), central heating (gas and underfloor heating), electricity, WiFi, welcome basket of logs in the appropriate season.
Telephone: Mobile reception variable.
Children: All ages welcome.  High chair, travel cot (please supply own bedding) and a stair gate available on request.
Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully housetrained and well behaved. Please note there is a standard charge of £30 per pet per week.
Bike Storage: Within lockable garage.
EV Charging is available at this property. See Parking section for more information.
No Smoking.
Shops: Lyndhurst – 5 minute drive, Acres Down Farm Shop, Minstead – 5 minute drive.
Pubs: New Forest Inn – 5 minute walk, The Oak Inn, Bank – 20 minute walk.
Beaches: Highcliffe/Avon Beach – 20 minute drive, Calshott – 30 minute drive.
Short breaks: May be available for smaller parties during the low season, please phone the office for more details. 
Changeover: Friday.
Check in time: 4pm
Check out time: 10am
Property: Self-catering holiday home.