Surrounded by the natural beauty of New Forest National Park, Sandy Balls Holiday Village offers a tranquil retreat. Relax at Aubrey's Forest Kitchen, unwind in the sauna or take a refreshing dip in either the indoor or outdoor pool. With laundry facilities and bike rentals available, this village has everything you need for an unforgettable escape.
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8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Pool
Laundry facilities
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
297 accommodations
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Sauna
Seasonal outdoor pool
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
Banquet hall
Bike rental
Archery
Feel at home (6)
Laundry facilities
Bathtub or shower
Flat-panel TV
Free self parking
Outdoor seasonal pool
Indoor swimming pools
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Zen, Hot Tub 7 (5+2)
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 10 Berth Lodge with Hot Tub (8+2)
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Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 10
3 Double Beds, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 8 Berth Lodge
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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8 Berth Superior Caravan
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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8 Berth Superior Caravan Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 8 berth Lodge Elec Point
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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4 Berth Superior Caravan Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Exclusive 6 Berth Lodge Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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4 Berth Comfort Caravan
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Exclusive 10 Berth Lodge with Hot Tub (8+2) Elec Point
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Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 10
1 Double Bed, 6 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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6 Berth Luxury Caravan Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Indulgent 6 Berth Caravan Pet free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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6 Berth Comfort Lodge 3 Bed Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds
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Vista Lodge 4-6
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 8 Berth Lodge with Hot Tub Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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4 Berth Comfort Wooden Lodge Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Vista Lodge with Hot Tub 4-6
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 8 Berth Lodge Elec Point Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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TriBeCa with Hot Tub 7 (5+2)
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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4 Berth Comfort Lodge Accessible
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Exclusive 4 Berth Lodge with Hot Tub
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Knightwood, Hot Tub 8 (6+2) Elec Point
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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6 Berth Comfort Lodge Accessible
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds
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4 Berth Superior Wooden Lodge
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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8 Berth Luxury Caravan Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Westwood 6 Berth Accessible
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Heartwood Plaza 7,Hot Tub Pet Free (5+2)
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Zen, Hot Tub 7 Pet Free (5+2)
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Indulgent 8 Berth Lodge with Hot
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 6 berth lodge 3 Bed Hot Tub
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds
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4 Berth Luxury Wooden Lodge with Hot Tub Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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6 Berth Superior Woode Lodge 3 Bed Hot Tub Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds
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4 Berth Luxury Wooden Lodge Pet Free
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Zen, Hot Tub 7 Select Pitch Pet Free (5+2)
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Vista Prime Lodge 4-6
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Exclusive 4 Berth Lodge
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Heartwood 7 Pet Free (5+2)
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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4 Berth Superior Wooden Lodge with Hot Tub
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Indulgent 6 Berth Caravan
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Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Zen, 7 Pet Free (5+2)
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Electric kettle
Living room
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Heartwood 7 (5+2)
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Living room
Pet friendly
Sleeps 7
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 20 min drive - 21.9 km
Wimborne Minster - 25 min drive - 28.0 km
Southampton Cruise Terminal - 29 min drive - 31.6 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 25 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 29 min drive
Christchurch Station - 24 min drive
Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 25 min drive
Romsey Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
The Ship Inn - 3 min drive
The London Tavern - 12 min drive
The Alice Lisle, Ringwood - 10 min drive
The Goat - 10 min drive
About this property
Sandy Balls Holiday Village
Sandy Balls Holiday Village offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of New Forest National Park. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the indoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
297 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Archery
Horse riding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
ATM/banking
An indoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sauna
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Special features
Dining
Aubrey's Forest Kitchen - Onsite family restaurant.
Woodside Inn - Onsite pub. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 60.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Sandy Balls Holiday Village
Sandy Balls Holiday Village Holiday park
Sandy Balls Holiday Village Fordingbridge
Sandy Balls Holiday Village Holiday park Fordingbridge
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandy Balls Holiday Village offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sandy Balls Holiday Village does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sandy Balls Holiday Village?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sandy Balls Holiday Village?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 60.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sandy Balls Holiday Village?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandy Balls Holiday Village?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Sandy Balls Holiday Village and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the holiday park's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Sandy Balls Holiday Village?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Aubrey's Forest Kitchen.
What's the area around Sandy Balls Holiday Village like?
Sandy Balls Holiday Village is a short 14-minute walk from New Forest National Park and 10 minutes' walk from Godshill Village Hall.
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Sandy Balls Holiday Village Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
21 March 2025
A little dated. Check in staff rude when re arrived early. Told they were too busy and come back at 4!!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 September 2024
Sandy balls site is beautiful in great surroundings
Elaine
Elaine, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Everything was better than I had expected, as a family we loved it
Lorraine
Lorraine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Lovely lodge stay- great location in the New Forrest. Alpaca walk was a highlight!
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Lovely cabin hot tub surrounded by trees
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
The location of this property within Sandy balls is fantastic, the view in the mornings is lovely.
Hayley
Hayley, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
23 February 2025
Dirty pants
Remote controls for the TV didn’t work
Towels were dirty
Someone else’s underwear on the floor of the master bedroom
Alice
Alice, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
22 December 2024
Lodge was seriously run down and not clean and swimming facilities were also similar.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Great holiday for families
Katherine
Katherine, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
5 January 2025
Satisfactory stay
Beautiful location, loved the forest setting and we explored the local area directly from the park. Little to no phone reception and no Wi-fi in the comfort lodge, just a Freeview TV which was actually fine for a few nights escape. The swimming pool was not popular as very chilly and facilities generally need improving. I would say it’s ok for the price we paid, but would have been disappointed if it was a longer stay or more expensive.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Was in a lovely quiet spot, could do with some bed side lamps, apart from that I really enjoyed it
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2025
Fab lodge, lovely people
This was a return visit for us and our dog. It's a lovely location, with scenic walks for the dog, aubreys restaurant for us and the activities and family disco for the little one. Our Heartwood lodge was spotless and the doggie welcome pack was very much appreciated (our dog loved the little rope toy!) Steve the night service guy welcomed.us for checkin, he is so lovely and warm. The lodge had everything a family could need, kitchen utensils, etc. The bath in the bedroom was a really nice touch, I spent the first night soaking after the long drive with a glass of wine! The only downside was the shower design, which leaked water all over the floor, but there is nothing anyone can do about this. It's a lovely drive to Bournemouth or any of the New Forest towns. We are already looking forward to next year!
Christina
Christina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2024
Superb
Everything was excellent couldn't recommend it enough! Already booked up for next year!
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
Good
Ovwrall amazing
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2024
Lovely place to stay, had an issue with our heating, alternative option sorted within the hour. Highly recommend this lovely quiet, peaceful site.
Christina
Christina, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
3 June 2024
We had a nice experience. Kids really liked the Swimming pool area. The only downside is that the area does not have any Mobile Internet and Wifi coverage.
Muhammad Ahsan
Muhammad Ahsan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
Very family friendly, lots of outdoor play areas around the grounds. Shop very handy & has most things you would need. Kids activities are brilliant, the entertainment team are amazing, especially Katy who was so kind to my 5 year old son with additional needs all week, she gave him such a confidence boost. Overall we would love to return sometime.
Paula
Paula, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Great stay. 100% recommend. We'll be back.
Absolutely brilliant stay. We've not been before, but heard good things from many many people. That was worrying because expectations were high - but brilliantly, we were not disappointed. We'd happily come back again soon. We were lucky to be able to travel out of peak time, so it was nicely quiet, although still had enough people for a nice atmosphere. And the weather was perfect too.
Pete
Pete, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
We liked that the lodge had a hot tub and the beds made up which was nice and the lodge was clean. I would of liked someone to send me the right time we could of booked in we was told over the phone 4pm when i could of checked in at 2.30pm and some of the brambles to trimmed back on entrance to lodge, other than that we really enjoyed our stay.
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Sandy balls is an amazing place.. we stayed in a Zen 10 with a Hot tub, not much outdoor space around hot tub and the lodge was lovely but starting to get a bit tired.. Also no WiFi or phone signal and as we went with a large group it was hard to stay in touch..
The kids loved it especially the Alpaca walk with Sid who was great and the colour run and cream pie fight.. Food really nice but drinks a bit pricey.. great for a long weekend..
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 April 2023
Brilliant customer service and lodge was immaculate and clean. Park was well maintained and a pleasant place to be. Evening entertainment was a little naff but otherwise it was a perfect location
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
25 June 2024
Do not stay here! It was disgusting.
Lucy
Lucy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2022
The property was set in woodland with long walks and great scenery. Despite being a caravan and lodge site, all of the premises were fairly private. Facilities were great with a large amount of activities.
Ross
Ross, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2022
5* holiday
It is the peaceful beautiful green holiday that we have had lots of trees and peace and quiet. The park has lots of activities for you to do, best to book up in advance as they fill up pretty quick
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2023
If I could give more than 5*s I would
If I could give more than 5*s I would, for what we payed it was absolutely amazing, if your looking for something a little more lavish they also cater for that for a slightly extra cost. Facilities all included which was a lovely surprise!, plenty to do on sight so you don’t actually have to leave!!
Will definitely be returning, thank you for a very enjoyable stay 😊