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Special Offers and Last Minute Accessible Offers

We value all our guests and sometimes a little extra help make a holiday happen

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Special Offers, Treats and Last Minute Offers

Occasionally a week or weekend becomes unexpectedly available in one of our fully accessible cottages. Sometimes we release a rare short summer break. At other times we can add thoughtful extras to make your stay easier, calmer, or more celebratory. When something opens up, you will find it here.

We do not run permanent discounts. This page is for genuine cancellations, rare short breaks, and optional stay enhancements. If you see dates that work for you, please get in touch promptly, book through the web site - include any special request in the notes box, or type in the voucher code.

What you might find here

Sunny outdoor seating at Our Bench, ideal for a rare summer short break

Rare summer weekends or Mid week Breaks

Short breaks in peak season are unusual for us. Very occasionally we release a 3 or 4 night break, or a week becomes available due to a cancellation.

Best for: returning guests, flexible travel, last minute planning, or guests requiring a shorter stay.

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Fresh flowers on a table in an accessible cottage ready for a celebration stay

Celebration stays

Birthdays, anniversaries, or a much needed family moment. We can help you arrive to something joyful, without extra planning stress.

Optional extras: fresh flowers, bunting, balloons, small welcome surprises

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Sensory aware stays

Calm, comfort and control. If a family member benefits from a more considered sensory environment, we will do our best to prepare the cottage around your needs.

Options: additional sensory lighting, blackout blinds, simplified layouts, flexible furniture positioning

Talk to us about needs

A gentle forest path in the New Forest, ideal for an accessible walk and relaxed family photos

Making memories that matter

A relaxed forest walk, local insight, and the option of natural photography. Sometimes the most meaningful part of a holiday is simply capturing time together.

Optional: gentle guided routes and relaxed outdoor photography with Helen

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Late availability, Special offer weeks and cancellations

If a cancellation occurs, we may be able to offer a short notice booking window, a reduced minimum stay, or added value rather than a price reduction. Accessibility needs can require extra planning, so we keep this simple and clear. If we have availability in the next 8 weeks, we can often accommodate flexible bookings from as little as two nights, just ask us for details - and it we can make it work we will!

Celebration stays

Accessible holidays should include celebration too. If you are marking a birthday, anniversary, or a special milestone, we can help create something warm and welcoming in your cottage for arrival.

  • Fresh flowers waiting in the cottage
  • Birthday or anniversary bunting
  • Balloons or simple decorations
  • A small welcome surprise, tailored where possible

How to request a celebration set up

Mention the occasion when you book, or send us a message with your dates and which cottage you are staying in. We will confirm what we can provide and any small costs involved, if applicable.

Message us about your celebration

Sensory aware stays

Many of our families benefit from a calmer environment. If someone in your group experiences sensory processing differences, episodic neurological conditions, anxiety, or simply needs a quieter set up, please talk to us before arrival.

What we can often provide

  • Additional sensory lighting options
  • Blackout blinds, where available
  • Flexible furniture positioning with prior agreement

How we make this easy

Tell us what helps and what to avoid. You do not need to explain everything. A few simple notes are enough. We will respond with what is possible in your chosen cottage.

Enquire about a sensory set up

Making memories that matter

The New Forest is full of moments that are easy to miss when life is busy, and even harder to access when disability adds extra logistics. During your stay, you can choose to include a gentle forest walk with local guidance, and the option of relaxed outdoor photography.

Forest walks with Helen as your guide

Helen grew up in Lymington and knows the quieter routes, accessible paths and seasonal highlights of the New Forest. Walks are gentle and chosen around your mobility, equipment, and energy levels.

  • Accessible route suggestions
  • Gentle walks at your pace
  • Local history and wildlife insights
  • Ideas for calm, low crowd spots

Relaxed photography to capture time together

If you would like photographs from your stay, sessions are calm and unhurried, with comfort first. Many families tell us these images become their favourite reminder of a rare week of ease and togetherness.

  • Wheelchair friendly locations
  • Natural, outdoor feel
  • No pressure, no long distances
  • Planned around energy levels

Interested in adding this to your stay?

Mention it when booking, or message us once you have dates. We will suggest suitable routes and options. See some of our guest experiences on our web site.

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If you would like to hear when a rare weekend or cancellation becomes available, join our late availability priority list. We only message when there is something genuine to share.

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Ready to check if your holiday dates are still available?

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.

Last updated: March 2026