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Avalon House B&B
31 Romsey Road, Lyndhurst, New Forest National Park Hampshire SO43 7AR England
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#1 of 1 special B&B in Lyndhurst
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In the heart of Lyndhurst within 5 Minutes walk from shops, bars and a variety of restaurants - this is a great location to explore the whole of the New Forest. The bedrooms are designed to be comfortable and relaxing, with a king sized bed, smart TV and Wi-Fi. Each room has an en-suite shower room with lush white towels. A full English or Continental breakfast is also provided.
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31 Romsey Road, Lyndhurst, New Forest National Park Hampshire SO43 7AR England
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Good for walkers
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This traditional B&B is situated along side a very busy and noisy main road. The proprietor welcomed us at the front door and proceeded to give the fastest check-in I’ve ever encountered … fine by me. The room was “cosy”, clean with plenty of hot water and strong WiFi.
You have to order Breakfast the night before (excellent as it cuts down waste/cost). It was cooked freshly in the morning, nice and crispy, how I like it, no grease at all.
We paid a good price for this comfortable stop-over. Get there early as there are only 2 car parking spaces between 3 rooms. Also take your earplugs as the traffic noise is constant throughout the night.
You have to order Breakfast the night before (excellent as it cuts down waste/cost). It was cooked freshly in the morning, nice and crispy, how I like it, no grease at all.
We paid a good price for this comfortable stop-over. Get there early as there are only 2 car parking spaces between 3 rooms. Also take your earplugs as the traffic noise is constant throughout the night.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Nick Bedford-Gaines, General Manager at Avalon House B&B
Responded 6 Oct 2023
Hi, and thanks for your review. Best wishes, Nick and Judith
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Avalon House is in a great location, just a 5 minute walk in to the picturesque centre of Lyndhurst village, where there are plenty of shops, bars & restaurants, & it is also in a good spot for visiting Paultons Park, which is only a 12 minute drive away. Judith & Nick were lovely welcoming hosts, they emailed the day before to check arrival times and ask our names. The whole B&B was spotlessly clean. The two rooms we had booked were perfect for us, both with king sized beds. One had an ensuite shower room & the other a bath which was great as we were travelling with a 5yr old who likes to bath. They even had fans in the rooms which were much needed as it was warm weather. Tea & coffee with fresh milk was provided in our rooms, also good Wifi & Netflix if wanted too. The cooked breakfast was yummy (with larger portions if required) & set us up well for the day. We had a great 2 night stay at Avalon House & we would definitely book to stay again. Thank you!
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: Off road parking is available.
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Response from Nick Bedford-gaines, General Manager at Avalon House B&B
Responded 7 Sept 2022
Hi Kaz, and thank you so much for your fabulous review! Its always nice to hear from our guests when we get things right for them. And the fact that you appreciated all the facilities and services Avalon House has to offer was an added bonus. It was a real pleasure to host you, Greg, Carrie and of course, little Leo. Unfortunately, children rarely stay with us so we try to make the most of it when they do! We hope that you had an enjoyable time on the Isle of Wight, and look forward to welcoming you once again. Best wishes, Nick and Judith
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We stayed here 3 nights over the Bank Holiday beautiful little B&B it has 3 rooms of ample size that our well presented with everything you need very clean. I tend not to sleep well on a different bed but 1st night slept very well along with the over 2 nights the breakfast was plentiful and very well cooked.In an ideal location for a short walk to shops and restaurants in Lyndhurst.
Both Nick and Judith were great hosts helpful with ideas of things to do or places to go or eat. And interested how your previous day had been . We would recommend a stay here to anyone.
Thank you again Peter and Rebecca
Both Nick and Judith were great hosts helpful with ideas of things to do or places to go or eat. And interested how your previous day had been . We would recommend a stay here to anyone.
Thank you again Peter and Rebecca
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nick Bedford-gaines, General Manager at Avalon House B&B
Responded 7 Sept 2022
Hi Peter, and thank you so much for your fantastic review! Judith and I are always grateful when our guests take the trouble to tell us about their experience at Avalon House. And it's a pleasure to know just how much you and Rebecca enjoyed your time with us. Congratulations on your 20th anniversary! Should you return to the New Forest, a very warm welcome awaits here. Best wishes, Nick and Judith
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My wife and enjoyed a nights stay at Avalon B&B and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The b&b is conveniently located in the heart of the New Forest, so places of interest are well within easy driving distance if your visiting the New Forest or Hampshire in general. The attractive town of Lyndhurst is only a few minutes walk away so you can leave the car behind and stroll into town which has an abundance of places to wine & dine.
The accommodation its-self is clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. Breakfast was tasty and well cooked, no problems there. Judith and Nick where oblivious working hard to make everyone's stay enjoyable. Remember, our stay was in the mist of the Covid-19 pandemic and all should know how difficult it is to manage guest accommodation and keep everyone comfortable and safe. Well done both.
We hope to repeat our stay in the not too distant future.
The accommodation its-self is clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. Breakfast was tasty and well cooked, no problems there. Judith and Nick where oblivious working hard to make everyone's stay enjoyable. Remember, our stay was in the mist of the Covid-19 pandemic and all should know how difficult it is to manage guest accommodation and keep everyone comfortable and safe. Well done both.
We hope to repeat our stay in the not too distant future.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip: Best to look at their web site and choose what you like the look of.
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Response from Judith Dixon, Owner at Avalon House B&B
Responded 27 Jul 2021
Thank you for your delightful review we really do appreciate you taking the time to do one. It was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to welcoming you again!! I hope you don’t have too busy a Summer in Shanklin, come and relax here any time. Best wishes Judith
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This small (3 double bedrooms) B&B is centrally situated right on the busy main road through Lyndhurst, easy walking distance from the restaurants and pubs in the town centre. We had a very warm and friendly welcome from hosts Judith and Nigel. Rooms were immaculately clean and looked newly decorated, all en-suite, comfy beds, good showers and with nice touches like fresh milk. Breakfast was generous and beautifully cooked. I stayed here with 2 friends so we had the place to ourselves. We had bikes with us and there is secure storage available for up to 3 bikes. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Judith Dixon, Owner at Avalon House B&B
Responded 4 Oct 2021
Thank you for taking the time to review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and the cycling. We would love to welcome you back to Avalon House. Best wishes
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We recently returned from a lovely 3 night stay at Avalon House. Judith and Nick are very friendly and welcoming. The property is nicely decorated and very clean. Our bedroom was very comfortable with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle. The breakfast is freshly cooked, plentiful and delicious - it really sets you up for the day! Lyndhurst is a great place to stay to explore the New Forest. Whilst it has a busy road running through it, this did not bother us at night when we were sleeping. There are lots of shops, pubs and restaurants within an easy walk of Avalon House, which is great in the evenings as there is no need to drive anywhere. This was our first stay at Avalon House and we will definitely be returning. Debbie & Don
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Judith Dixon, Owner at Avalon House B&B
Responded 4 Oct 2021
Debbie and Don thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to your return visit! Best wishes
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Avalon House! What can I say other than sensational. For starters we were greeted by a text message informing us with directions to the b&b, also a time we were going to arrive was asked so they can prepare the room.
We were greeted and shown to the room in superb style!!
The room was perfect for the two of us and the amenities were not good they were brilliant. They ranged from the usual tea and coffee with fresh milk in a cold flask with packets of border biscuits. comfortable bed, wardrobe, dressing table with a mirror and two bed side lamps. The television was very smart and even included NETFLIX! Superb to watch a movie after a long day. beautiful en suite with a lovely clean shower toilet and sink all you could ask for and more!
The b&b is within walking distance from Lyndhurst a beautiful town in the heart of the new first, home to cafes serving cream teas, some pubs beautiful shops to browse around and even a sweet shop!
With the heath lands with horses roaming around a 10 minute walk this location for me is just right..!!!
Breakfast was included (obviously) and it was fantastic. A menu was given the day before and on it was a choice of a full English or a continental breakfast. Whichever you choose will be delicious! We chose the full English and boy was it delicious! With it free is cereal, fresh juices, yoghurts and toast! All with the tea or coffee. You have a choice of
time slots for breakfast so it can be served hot and ready for you before the long day ahead!
Cannot recommend this b&b highly very professional and welcoming people thankyou for the stay
Marcus
We were greeted and shown to the room in superb style!!
The room was perfect for the two of us and the amenities were not good they were brilliant. They ranged from the usual tea and coffee with fresh milk in a cold flask with packets of border biscuits. comfortable bed, wardrobe, dressing table with a mirror and two bed side lamps. The television was very smart and even included NETFLIX! Superb to watch a movie after a long day. beautiful en suite with a lovely clean shower toilet and sink all you could ask for and more!
The b&b is within walking distance from Lyndhurst a beautiful town in the heart of the new first, home to cafes serving cream teas, some pubs beautiful shops to browse around and even a sweet shop!
With the heath lands with horses roaming around a 10 minute walk this location for me is just right..!!!
Breakfast was included (obviously) and it was fantastic. A menu was given the day before and on it was a choice of a full English or a continental breakfast. Whichever you choose will be delicious! We chose the full English and boy was it delicious! With it free is cereal, fresh juices, yoghurts and toast! All with the tea or coffee. You have a choice of
time slots for breakfast so it can be served hot and ready for you before the long day ahead!
Cannot recommend this b&b highly very professional and welcoming people thankyou for the stay
Marcus
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Avalon House is one of the very best B&Bs in the area. The rooms are immaculate, extremely comfortable and pleasantly decorated. Nick and Judith greet you with a warm welcome and make sure that you have everything you need from a well-stocked in-room tea tray with fresh, yes fresh, milk to offering advice about where to go for your evening meal. The breakfast choice is amazing and the cooked breakfasts are delicious and extremely well cooked. In fact, we use the breakfasts at Avalon House as our benchmark when rating others. Nick and Judith are naturally friendly people and clearly enjoy hosting guests at this superb B&B. We are regular visitors to Lyndhurst and would not stay anywhere else when visiting the New Forest. Thank you Nick and Judith for doing what you do.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Judith Dixon, Owner at Avalon House B&B
Responded 31 Mar 2023
Stephen and Alison, thank you so much for your review which we were thrilled to get. Thank you for recommending Avalon House as a play to stay in the New Forest and we look forward to your return visit! Best wishes
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We decided to take advantage of good weather and have a last minute one night break in the New Forest. Avalon was one of the few places willing to accept a one night booking. The house is situated a five minute walk from the centre of Lyndhurst and although their car park was full there was free parking in the road outside. There are many walks in the forest beginning from the outskirts of the town - perfect for an early morning or late night walk.
Our room was of a good size, well equipped and comfortable. The shower was good with plenty of warm water. Situated at the back of the house the room was quiet. Breakfast was ample and cooked to order, served between 8.30 and 10.00. My wife's gluten free diet was well catered for. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. A definite recommendation for a relaxing stay
Our room was of a good size, well equipped and comfortable. The shower was good with plenty of warm water. Situated at the back of the house the room was quiet. Breakfast was ample and cooked to order, served between 8.30 and 10.00. My wife's gluten free diet was well catered for. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. A definite recommendation for a relaxing stay
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Room Tip: Room at back is quieter
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Response from Judith Dixon, Owner at Avalon House B&B
Responded 19 Jun 2021
Alan thank you for the lovely review we are glad you had a relaxing stay and were able to take advantage of the local walks and the glorious weather! We look forward to welcoming you back to Avalon house. Best wishes Judith
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Positives: very good location, only a few min walk into Lyndhurst; nice size room; nicely decorated; clean; very nice breakfast; very friendly hosts; very comfy towels
Overall you see how much love goes into it!
Could be improved/negatives: we stayed in the room to the front and with the windows open, we could hear the cars throughout the night which kept us awake. Also, the mattress needs changing as it is very soft and used, to the extent that you roll into the middle and feel the springs a bit. Finally, the tap in the sink is a bit wobbly...
While there were many positives, we unfortunately didn't sleep well at all which is an important factor of a B&B. If we come again, we would choose a room to the back...
Overall you see how much love goes into it!
Could be improved/negatives: we stayed in the room to the front and with the windows open, we could hear the cars throughout the night which kept us awake. Also, the mattress needs changing as it is very soft and used, to the extent that you roll into the middle and feel the springs a bit. Finally, the tap in the sink is a bit wobbly...
While there were many positives, we unfortunately didn't sleep well at all which is an important factor of a B&B. If we come again, we would choose a room to the back...
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Rooms at the back quieter
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Response from Nick Bedford-Gaines, General Manager at Avalon House B&B
Responded 4 May 2022
Hi Charlie, and thanks for your review. We're glad that you enjoyed some of the things that Avalon House has to offer during your stay. However, we're very sorry that you did not enjoy a comfortable nights sleep. The mattress is relatively new and mid-range; neither hard nor soft. As you will appreciate, we have to provide something that will attempt to satisfy all our guests differing requirements and sometimes, in your case, we don't succeed. We are experiencing much heavier traffic flows presently due to the A337 being used as a diversion for the A35. And as you came over a Bank Holiday weekend, the road outside was always going to be busy. The windows in your room were double-glazed and if you had closed them and used the fan provided, you may have experienced a more comfortable night. Finally, it was a shame that if the tap was an issue, you didn't raise it with us at the time, so it could have been addressed. Best wishes, Nick
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Approximately 10 miles an easy drive into Southampton best wishes Judith
"Perfect location lots of restaurants very close to beautiful walks of the new forest, it was perfect."Read full review
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$209 - $212 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandHampshireNew Forest National Park HampshireLyndhurst
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avalon House B&B
Which popular attractions are close to Avalon House B&B?
Nearby attractions include The New Forest Heritage Centre (0.3 km), Page’s of Lyndhurst (0.3 km), and St Michael & All Angels Church, Lyndhurst (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Avalon House B&B?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and baggage storage.
What food & drink options are available at Avalon House B&B?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Avalon House B&B?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Avalon House B&B?
Conveniently located restaurants include Peggy Mays Cafe, White Rabbit, and Renoufs (lyndhurst).
Is Avalon House B&B located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Lyndhurst.
Are there any historical sites close to Avalon House B&B?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Eling Tide Mill Experience (7.7 km) and Rufus Stone (4.9 km).