this boutique hotel occupying buildings dating from the 18th century is 2 miles from avon beach. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. complimentary full english breakfast is provided. the stylish, individually decorated rooms include free wi-fi, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. suites add sitting rooms and private garden/courtyard areas. there's an elegant restaurant, and event space is also available Southampton Airport 39 min
Brownsea Island (1 hr 2) Hiking, picnics & wildlife viewing, especially of red squirrels, are popular at this historic spot. Adventure Wonderland (18 min) Amusement park with themed rides, inflatable slide, runaway train and trampolines, plus events. Old Harry Rocks (1 hr 11) Natural attraction featuring cliffside views of unique chalk formation, accessible by scenic walks. Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre (14 min) Coastal nature reserve and conservation area with wild flowers and signs of ancient settlement. Alum Bay (1 hr 34) Tourist attraction named for its multi-colored sand cliffs & views of the Needles rock formation. Highcliffe Castle (5 min) Gothic revival mansion dating from 1836, with restored exteriors, plus tearoom and gardens. Bournemouth Pier (22 min) Victorian pier with an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast. The Needles (1 hr 34) Picturesque set of chalk landforms with a lighthouse, chairlift, boat tours & other amenities. Hurst Castle (2 hr 39) At the end of a shingle spit, a fortress with 38-ton guns, a lighthouse exhibition and cafe. The Needles Landmark Attraction (1 hr 29) Family-friendly rides and attractions by sand cliffs with a chairlift to the beach and a lighthouse. Avon Beach (5 min) Family-friendly strip with swimming & a promenade lined by beach huts, plus a fish 'n' chips shop. Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (21 min) Eccentric Art Nouveau-style setting for private Victorian art collection and temporary exhibitions. The New Forest (20 min) Camping and outdoor recreation Oceanarium (21 min) Explore marine ecosystems at a waterside aquarium, plus feeding sessions and an underwater tunnel. New Forest National Park (9 min) Wildlife, activities and cultural heritage, plus New Forest Centre, tour bus and regular events. |