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✓Detached thatched holiday cottage with chocolate box style and many character features
✓Located on the edge of the New Forest National Park in Bransgore, Dorset, England
✓Private on-site parking for 4 cars
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi included in the price
✓Ground floor bedroom with 1 step to entrance featuring a bunk bed (double bottom, single top) and Freeview TV
✓First floor bedroom with super kingsize (6ft) bed and Freeview TV
✓First floor bedroom with double (4ft 6in) bed, single (3ft) bed, and Freeview TV
✓Ground floor bathroom with roll top bath and toilet
✓First floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Living room 1 on ground floor with TV, DVD player, DVDs, and games
✓Living room 2 on ground floor with Freeview TV and toys
✓Kitchen/dining room equipped with Freeview TV, gas hob, electric range, microwave, American fridge freezer, wine cooler, and dishwasher
✓External utility room with washing machines and tumble dryers
✓Large enclosed lawned gardens with patios and garden furniture
✓Private hot tub located in summer house in the garden
✓Garden includes 5 steps and slopes
✓Child and baby facilities including travel cot, highchair, and stairgate; baby and toddler friendly
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓No smoking allowed on the property
✓Pets allowed free of charge, maximum 2 pets
✓Check-in after 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Thatched roof construction
✓Six TVs total throughout the property, all Freeview
✓Bluetooth stereo system available for entertainment
✓Privacy ensured with private hot tub and enclosed garden
✓Close proximity to amenities: shop ½ mile, nearest pub 80 meters, total 3 village pubs nearby
✓Nearby attractions include sandy beaches at Mudeford, Bournemouth, and Poole; visits to Beaulieu, Exbury Gardens, and Lymington
✓Nearby activities include excellent walks, cycling, horse-riding routes in the New Forest, and golf available nearby

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Local Insights: Four Oaks

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Burley, Dorset

Weather & Local Conditions

17°C

Clear sky

Updated: 13 Jul 2026, 2:54am

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17.30°C

Temperature

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21 km/h

Wind Speed

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59%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Four Oaks sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

18m

(59 feet above sea level)

Four Oaks sits in a peaceful Dorset setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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18m

Elevation

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Burley

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Burley are typical Dorset lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.7765990° N | Longitude: 1.743225° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Burley (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:06am

Sunrise

7:18pm

Golden Hour

8:18pm

Sunset

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4:06am

Sunrise

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8:18pm

Sunset

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7:18pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:18pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Burley, you have approximately 16.20 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Four Oaks.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Dorset. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Four Oaks

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Four Oaks

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Four Oaks Right For Your Group

For Families

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