Hampshire

Come for a good old-fashioned family holiday: woodland walks, games, and plenty of fresh air. Relax outside while the kids burn off energy

For families who love a Great British beach holiday, this beach-side cottage on Hayling Island near Portsmouth is just the ticket

Up a long farm track through the oak wood to find this large, elegant home with a relaxed, fuss-free atmosphere

Former blacksmith’s workshop in a chocolate-box corner of the New Forest, where clematis climbs the trellis and all you hear are the birds

A large cottage by the walled garden on a peaceful estate with oodles of space for big gatherings and views over a lake and mature trees

Nestled in lovely grounds, this country pub serves up cracking food and real ales. Wonderful walks nearby, comfy rooms to rest for the night

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – take the footpath to Beaulieu or Bucklers Hard

A super-smart country-house hotel with beautiful bedrooms, the odd treehouse, ambrosial food and a spa with a pillared pool

This secluded New Forest inn is a magnet for families in summer: a good pint and the log fire make it a superb winter hideaway too

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

Serious art, lovely lighting, great sound system and a fat wood-burner belting out the heat at this super place for families or friends

A boutique B&B in the New Forest that makes the most of all things local – spoiling rooms, a happy vibe and an excellent breakfast all wait

Come to be immersed in bustling Lymington with its cobbled streets and this Georgian house close to the New Forest and the sea

Nestled in Stockbridge between Winchester, Salisbury and the south coast, this equally lovely foodie inn with rooms is a winner

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

An eco B&B (minus hair shirt) in the stunning Meon Valley surrounded by woodland and wildlife - a Sawday's Community Champion

Eat, drink and sleep extremely well at this peaceful hotel, steeped in history and with stunning river views just a short hop from Beaulieu

In the lush Itchen Valley near Winchester, a house and a garden that sparkle - even on a dull winter's day. Welcome to a delightful B&B