Accessible self catering in Lymington, New Forest, Hampshire
Our Bench, a place where you can arrive, settle in, and truly relax, with accessibility thoughtfully built in from the moment you get in touch with us.
Our three purpose-built cottages, all with level access, ground-floor accommodation, accessible wet rooms with space for lateral transfers, kitchens with accessible work areas, and comfortable home-from-home furnishings. Everything is designed so you can enjoy a genuinely accessible, comfortable stay, with mobility aids available to help make your time away easier and more relaxing. You will stay is our accessible self-catering accommodation in Lymington, on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Individual cottages sleep between 2 and 5 guests. We know booking can feel stressful when accessibility needs are non-negotiable — so we make it easy to confirm what will work for you before you book.
Whether you are a full-time wheelchair user, have limited mobility and need level access, specialist furniture, or quiet spaces. Each cottage provides a height-adjustable profiling bed, additional electric head-and-foot riser beds, a bedroom ceiling hoist, and a level wet room with ample turning space—giving step-free access from your car to your bed.
Clear, practical features to help you book with confidence.
Each cottage is fully accessible, with different layouts and equipment highlights to suit different needs.
Best for guests who need a wider range of equipment and a changing stretcher. Sleeps 4.
Ideal for two, with everything on one level and no unused rooms. No dogs.
Great for families who want space, privacy and a secure garden. Sleeps up to 5.
Our cottages are not just wheelchair friendly. They are set up for real life care needs. We have a variety of equipment we can provide to make your stay easier, and we can put you in touch with any additional services you may need from carers to accessible taxis, and provide you with a vast range of accessible activities, places to visit and eating out guides.
We aim to provide clear, honest accessibility information so you can book with confidence. Read our accessibility statements and contact us with any questions.
Reassurance for first time guests
If you are unsure what you will need, we can talk it through. Our aim is simple. You arrive, settle in, and relax.
Our repeat guests are welcomed back
If you have stayed with us before, as soon as you book, we check whether we have your chosen equipment available, some guests have stayed over 25 times!
Our Bench began because our family struggled to find truly accessible holidays that felt homely. The cottages have evolved over time as care needs changed, shaped by our personal experiences, we aim to provide a home from home, that is accessible, that offers a place to relax and one that you will choose to come back too - that has been kept up to date and that is freshly decorated every year and that doesn't look disabled.
We are on the edge of the New Forest with miles of footpaths to explore that are wheelchair friendly, there are some great accessible coast walks and urban centres - Southampton, Bournemouth, Salisbury, Portsmouth within an hours drive. We know how accessible the area is, and would love the chance to share it with you.
Our cottages are purposefully designed for your needs, and are homely and welcoming. Whether you’re looking for activities in the local area or guides to Lymington, the New Forest, day trips, or just a garden to relax and unwind in, we have you covered.
Our Bench is two miles from the Georgian yachting town of Lymington and surrounded by the New Forest National Park. We’re in the village of Pennington on a bus route, around two miles from the nearest train station, backing onto open fields, and just a five-minute walk to a local shop for newspapers, fresh bread, fruit, vegetables and milk.
Our wheelchair-accessible cottages are ideally situated for exploring the New Forest, the South Coast, Hampshire, and Dorset. We are a great base for day trips to the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton, Salisbury, Bournemouth, and Winchester. Enjoy ornamental gardens, accessible bike rides, forest walks, coastal trips, museums, theme parks, and more. See our two-week itinerary, plus guides to Lymington, the New Forest, and nearby day trips. Discover more
Guests tell us the same thing again and again. It is genuinely accessible, and still feels like home, the beds are so comfortable and it really is as accessible as we have said - a week was not enough!
“We have stayed many times and would never consider staying elsewhere.” Irene Morris – Bench Cottage
"It was wonderful to be able to shower on holiday and move around freely in her wheelchair." Steve Jeffery – Little Bench
“5 minutes one way and you’re in the New Forest, 5 minutes the other and overlooking the Needles.” Andy Booth - Garden Bench
View live dates across Bench Cottage, Little Bench and Garden Bench. Our best prices are through this web site - you can select your dates to book instantly online or contact us first to check for essential equipment, to arrange carers or to if paying via a 3rd party.
Not sure which cottage fits your needs? Send us a message and we will help answer any questions.
Explore the local area with our guides, read our stories, or find more booking information including Access Statements & Rates
Our web site contains a wealth of information, as we understand that to make an accessible holiday possible as carers / guests we need additional information from parking to accessible coffee spots, walks to adventures, local carers to medical emergencies, and other what if's... so we have chosen to share why we think "Our Bench" is such a great spot that our guests choose to return for reassurance, and because there is so much to do!
“This is the 3rd time we've visited Lymington and Our-Bench and haven't yet been disappointed.”
Michael & Denise Sheard
“The website is very helpful indeed, providing lots of information enabling planning in advance, about restaurants and places to visit, which is of course very important for those with additional needs.” Richard Green
Our cottages are designed for accessible stays, including step-free access and accessible bathrooms. Exact features vary by cottage — which cottage should I choose?.
Our cottages include specialist equipment or can accommodate equipment. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what’s available and what will fit safely.
Yes — we encourage you to contact us with any access questions. We’ll talk through layout, entrances, bathroom set-up and practical details so you can book with confidence.
We provide clear guidance on the route from parking to each cottage entrance. If you need confirmation about gradients or thresholds, ask us and we’ll advise or read our access statements.
There are many accessible places nearby. We can also recommend suitable local walks, attractions and facilities based on your needs.
Click on the individual cottage you wish to stay in, choose your date on our calendar and instantly book online for best prices. Need more information about equipment or pricing - check out our Booking Guide.
We offer a variety of special offers throughout the year and hold a waiting list in case of cancellations or you need a last minute break.
You are welcome to contact us directly for availability, especially for short breaks in the next 8 weeks, if you cannot see the dates you are looking for. Short Breaks. Midweek breaks and weekends are available at selective times of the year.