Details: Last Updated: 24 September 2026

South – Hampshire – Lymington

Bench Cottage

Bench Cottage, Lymington, Hampshire

Bench Cottage is a purpose-built accessible holiday cottage for up to four guests, on the outskirts of Lymington and close to the New Forest National Park and Hampshire coast.

Designed for wheelchair users and guests with more complex accessibility needs, Bench Cottage combines specialist equipment with the comfort and privacy of a relaxing self-catering holiday.

The master bedroom has a ceiling-track hoist covering the sleeping area, with a height-adjustable profiling bed and a second electric head-and-foot riser bed.

The spacious wet room has a separate H-track ceiling hoist and adult changing stretcher, together with a choice of shower chairs available to reserve.

Additional mobility equipment is available at no extra charge, including a mobile hoist, Sara Stedy, stand assist, tilt-in-space shower chair, commodes, wheelchairs and other equipment. Please talk to us before your stay so we can help arrange the equipment you need.

Bench Cottage is entirely on the ground floor with step-free access throughout. It also has an accessible kitchen area, riser-recliner chair, Wi-Fi, off-road parking and access to the garden.

We provide detailed accessibility information online, including photographs and a 360° tour, because we know that simply describing somewhere as 'accessible' isn't enough. Helen and Matt are also very happy to talk through individual access requirements before booking.

From Our Bench you can explore the New Forest, Lymington and the Hampshire coast, with accessible days out ranging from forest trails and gardens to museums, boat trips and attractions further afield.

For more information please contact Helen and Matt Renouf at Our Bench – Accessible Holidays in the New Forest.

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Website: https://www.ourbench.co.uk/selfcatering/benchcottage.htm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OurBenchSelfCatering

Mobile: 07751 064167

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** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.

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September 2026

Details: Last Updated: 28 June 2024

South - Hampshire - Ropley

Flat Spaces Ropley

Flat Spaces is a newly constructed totally wheelchair friendly purpose built holiday bungalow at the Watercress Lodges and Campsite, Brighton Hill, Ropely, Nr Alresford, SO24 9SQ.

It is totally Flat, has ceiling hoist, rise and fall toilet, worktop in kitchen and dining table to accommodate all heights of wheelchair users.

For more info please contact:

Flat Spaces

88 London Road
Holybourne
Aylton
Hampshire
GU34 4EL

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Tel: 07930 042764

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Web: https://www.flatspaces.co.uk

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Reviews for Flat Spaces, Ropley

Name: Bridget
Date of visit: 02/19

This is a brilliant place. It has all the equipment you could want and so much space! We had a family gathering of 15 and comfortably sat around the humongous table. A warm and stylish bungalow. The wifi is fast too. We plan to go again.

Another bonus is that it is next to the watercress train line so every now and again a lovely locomotive chuffs by the kitchen window. A great location for travelling around the South.

Fantastic central location and good pies in the local pubs!

Name: Val
Date of visit: 07/19

This place is amazing. Very spacious, clean with absolutely everything we needed. We rely on ceiling hoists to move my adult daughter from wheelchair to bed to reclining chair and were not disappointed.

The whole bungalow is beautifully furnished and very homely. A beautiful area with stunning views, very peaceful.

Truly outstanding

Details: Last Updated: 24 September 2026

South – Hampshire – Lymington

Garden Bench

Garden Bench, Lymington, Hampshire

Garden Bench is a purpose-built accessible holiday cottage for up to five guests, on the outskirts of Lymington and close to the New Forest National Park and Hampshire coast.

Designed for wheelchair users, families and guests who need specialist accessibility equipment, Garden Bench offers spacious ground-floor accommodation with a private enclosed garden and patio, giving everyone room to relax and enjoy their holiday together.

The master bedroom has a ceiling-track hoist covering the sleeping area, with a height-adjustable profiling bed and a second electric head-and-foot riser profiling bed.

The second bedroom is also wheelchair accessible and has two electric head-and-foot riser beds and one standard static single bed. This means there is no part of the accommodation from which a wheelchair user is excluded, helping families and groups enjoy their holiday together.

The spacious level-access wet room offers room for assisted showering, with a choice of shower chairs available to reserve.

Additional mobility equipment is available at no extra charge, including a mobile hoist, Sara Stedy, stand assist, tilt-in-space shower chair, commodes, wheelchairs and other equipment. Please talk to us before your stay so we can help arrange the equipment you need.

Garden Bench is entirely on the ground floor with step-free access throughout. It also has an accessible kitchen area, riser-recliner chair, Wi-Fi, off-road parking and direct access to its private enclosed garden and patio.

Garden Bench is also the Our Bench cottage where pet dogs are welcome by prior arrangement. Assistance dogs are welcome in all three Our Bench cottages.

We provide detailed accessibility information online, including photographs, a site map and video tours, because we know that simply describing somewhere as 'accessible' isn't enough. Helen and Matt are also very happy to talk through individual access requirements before booking.

Garden Bench is an ideal base for family adventures. Explore the New Forest together or enjoy days out at Paultons Park, Longdown Activity Farm and Marwell Zoo. Portsmouth, Salisbury, Southampton and Bournemouth are also within reach, giving families plenty to discover during a longer stay.

For more information please contact Helen and Matt Renouf at Our Bench – Accessible Holidays in the New Forest.

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Website: Garden Bench - https://www.ourbench.co.uk/selfcatering/gardenbench.htm
Facebook: OurBenchSelfCatering - https://www.facebook.com/OurBenchSelfCatering
Mob: 07751 064167

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** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.

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