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Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10

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Nestled beside Ringwood Forest, this lovely Finnish log cabin offers an idyllic retreat. Enjoy the spacious interior with a Scandinavian Wood-Burning Stove, modern kitchen, and 3 newly renovated bathrooms. Relax in the private garden or unwind in the hot tub on the outdoor terrace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10

Lovely Finnish log cabin with amazing Forest views, superbly located next to Ringwood Forest with direct forest access.

In 2023 the property had a complete make-over - the new spacious layout is designed for 10 persons with a cosy in-door living for those cold wet months, with a Scandinavian Wood-Burning Stove at the centre of the open plan area.

The property is ideal for 2 families, with 3 newly renovated bathrooms, and ample living space. The modern kitchen has a 10 person dining table and opens to the outdoor terrace dining and hot tub through French Doors.

The unique feature is the landscaped lawn, trees & mature garden, which is gated, fenced and private to the cottage. The property backs on to Ringwood Forest with miles and miles of walks and cycling areas, including the Castleman Trailways and Moors Valley Country Park.

The location is also conveniently close to the A338/A31 for easy access to both the New Forest (10 mins), Bournemouth Beach (15 mins), and multiple Dorset/Hampshire pubs and restaurants

Extra Touches for a Memorable Stay

✔ All-inclusive comforts – Heating, hot water, electricity (please note there is a small fee at booking for bed linen & towels)
✔ Free WiFi
✔ Private gardens & parking
✔ On-site Italian Chef services available – elevate your stay with a private dining experience (please ask for details)
✔ On the joining land is a World War 2 army bunker converted into a Finnish Sauna and heated plunge pool. (please ask for details)

➡ Reserve your escape today!

Please note: one bedroom has some steep stairs and not suitable for the aged and toddlers.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Ashley Heath, England

What's nearby

  • Avon Heath Country Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moors Valley Country Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Forest National Park - 3 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Poole Harbour - 24 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 30 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Avon Heath Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Luna Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Old Cottage Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Moors Valley Country Park and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from New Forest National Park. Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood and Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Karelia - Lovely Log Cabin w/Hot-tub and forest access, sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for large family, easy access to forest walks and close enough for short drive to beaches. Lovely large hot tub and excellent bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but very enjoyable. Beautiful area and good for dogs.

As per the title.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ema M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Everything you need for a relaxing few days away - loved being able to walk in the woods (literally on the doorstep) but also head down to the beach. Great space for all weathers.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally delightful!

It was a great location and lovely house that accommodated the 10 of us. The hot tub was thoroughly enjoyed. The table for 10 was perfect and the kitchen well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property and location

Had a great time with my family adults and children loved it, fabulous location with so much to do within a short drive
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Came with friends for a birthday and everything was spot on and Timo was a great help with everything. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our holiday.

It was a really nice log cabin and we loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dani H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a beautiful week at Karelia, the lodge was fantastic! Clean, very well equipped for the size of the group, perfect location in Ringwood forest with around 8 amazing play areas within an 25 minute walk. Timo was a great host. We would definitely book again! Only point I’d make if I was being picky would be the double bed in loft isn’t suitable for adults as it’s a tight squeeze to get in and out but for children it would be fine and the hot tub lid was hard to take on & off.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

We had a great weekend staying at Karelia. The house has great communal space for a large group, particularly the dining area. The kitchen and bathrooms are very high spec and incredibly clean which was great. We enjoyed the garden and the hot tub. Would highly recommend this accommodation. Thank you for having us
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brillant stay in the karelia cabin. So cosy, and plenty of space for us all.

Perfect weekend away staying in this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ema M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space gorgeous location

Really good spot, secluded, but close to loads of things to do - wish we’d booked for longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Naomi B.

Great family holiday

Lovely cabin, the hot tub was a real highlight. Easy access to lots of locations, but was still a relaxed secluded base to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy lodge really friendly staff.

Really nice and cozy. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxed place this is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

charlotte l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

We had a lovely weekend away. Lovely cabin peaceful but local enough to beach etc. Will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

Great property with great family owners! Would love a return visit when the summer is here
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a delightful stay

We have been coming here with family and friends for lots of different occasions through the years and every time we have been met with a warm and friendly welcome, the owners are so helpful and make you feel right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing place to stay

100% perfect throughout all are time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin in the forest, peaceful surroundings but still close to coast. Great hot tub

Loved our stay here, hosts were very welcoming and helpful. We would recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian S., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic dog friendly holiday base

Everything was made easy by the friendly owners. Our log cabin was excellent and our Labrador was made very welcome. Plenty to do and see in the area too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely loved it and will be back

Absolutely loved the log cabin and the area was beautiful! The hot tub was great and Luigi was very helpful, hoping to come back as soon as we can
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

A fantastic place to stay, we would highly recommend it!!! Great for all the family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recent visit

Excellent few nights away, fantastic location and extremely friendly manager and more then happy to help if you need it. Cabin was great Will definitely be re visiting
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Paige W., Basildon, Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was nice, just a few little things that could be reviewed

A nice stay, recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Lovely property great stay

Great stay at the property the only thing we would improve is the sofa area not that compfortable needs more cushions or new sofa
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rustic retreat

We had a wonderful week in this lovely woodland setting. Camp fires, hot tub and beautiful surroundings were amazing- a great place to explore the New Forest and south from
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019