Amenities

Fires
Flush Toilet
Potable Water
RV Hookup
Trash
Showers

Activities

Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming

Terrain

Forest
River

About this space

It is a small beautiful site hidden away behind our historic 16th Century thatched cottage. We are in the New Forest National Park with stunning walks directly from the site and we are usefully situated next to Sandy Balls Holiday Village. (Please note Sandy Balls swimming pools are very busy in July and August and they are unlikely to allow non members to use them). This makes us ideal for cou...

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Reviews • 80

★★★★★ (80 reviews)
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Sarah H.
☆☆☆☆☆
Aug 2023

We loved our stay at Croft Cottage camping. Lovely quiet, family friendly campsite. The kids loved helping feed the animals in the morning and playing table tennis and football. Very relaxing. Woul...

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Becki P.
☆☆☆☆☆
Aug 2023

Great campsite! Bill was very friendly and the kids loved feeding the chickens and alpacas every morning! We will definitely be back

AI Review Summary

Overall, this campsite offers a warm and welcoming experience, particularly for families, thanks to the friendly hosts Bill and Helen and the variety of activities available. Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness of the facilities and the spaciousness of the pitches, making it a comfortable place to stay. However, some guests have noted noise issues from the nearby Sandyballs resort and early morning disturbances from children's play areas. Despite these minor drawbacks, many families return year after year, highlighting the campsite's charm and family-oriented environment.

Highlights
  • Friendly and helpful hosts, Bill and Helen
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities, including spotless showers
  • Spacious and generously sized pitches
  • Family-friendly atmosphere with activities like volleyball and feeding animals
  • Close proximity to beautiful walks and the New Forest
  • Safe environment for children with enclosed camping areas
  • Unique features like resident alpacas and chickens
Considerations
  • Noise from nearby Sandyballs resort can be disruptive for those seeking quiet
  • Some pitches may be too close to children's play areas, leading to early morning noise
  • Limited amenities compared to larger campsites
  • Occasional issues with kids playing loudly near certain pitches
  • Some guests noted that the site can get busy during peak times