Whitey Top Lodges - Buckland Lodge

Couples and small families will find Buckland Lodge suits a quiet countryside break without sacrificing comfort. The lodge is a detached, single-storey property sleeping four, with two bedrooms—one with a king bed and ensuite shower, one with twin singles—plus a second bathroom with bath and shower. Everything is on one level, opening into a spacious living area with a wood-burning stove, smart TV and French doors onto a terrace where you can sit undisturbed.

The kitchen handles proper cooking, with electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher and washing machine included. Bed linen, towels and wi-fi are provided, along with heating and hot water. The real draw is the private four-person hot tub set in the garden, and the peaceful setting—you're on the owner's dairy farm in a hamlet near Pentridge, where footpaths and bridleways branch out for miles. The location sits within an International Dark-Sky Reserve, so clear nights show the Milky Way without light pollution.

From here, the New Forest is 20 minutes' drive, Martin Down National Nature Reserve borders the property, and the Dorset coast with its Jurassic fossils takes 40 minutes. Peppa Pig World, Longleat and Monkey World are within reasonable reach for families wanting a day out. The lodge is non-smoking throughout.