Chewton Glen

If you’re looking for a country house hotel in the UK that has luxury wow-factor, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anything that outdoes Chewton Glen, which is nestled on the edge of the New Forest and only a mile from unspoilt Naish Beach from where you can see, on a clear day, The Needles on The Isle of Wight. Its choice of rooms and suites range from contemporary or traditional country house-style rooms and spacious suites in the main house – or for an extra special treat stay at one of its magical, modern treehouses where guests can indulge in forest bathing from a hot tub on their own private terrace and tuck into a delicious breakfast hamper that’s delivered to the door every morning. There are countless other ways for guests to unwind at Chewton Glen, including sipping on an expertly-crafted cocktail in the burgundy-walled, cosy bar - the perfect spot on a winter’s day if you can get one of the comfortable armchairs by the log fire - or head to the spa for a dip in its recently renovated 17-metre swimming pool (there’s also a large outdoor pool available during the warmer months) and to soothe tired muscles try a relaxing massage and Europe’s largest hydrotherapy pool.

Chewton Glen has two restaurants; fine dining at The Dining Room, where dishes use fresh ingredients from the hotel’s kitchen garden, or The Kitchen offering a more informal experience - make sure you order the ridiculously delicious Arancini for a starter.

The hotel isn’t just about relaxation as there are many opportunities to indulge in activities, including taking part in a cookery class at The Kitchen with James Martin, hitting the golf course, tennis courts or gym, or doing some archery, buggy riding or a paddle boarding lesson at the nearby beach. Chewton Glen is incredibly welcoming to children too; offering kids’ menus at both restaurants, The Beehive Children’s Club that’s housed in a fantasy-like den, child-friendly swimming pool sessions and spacious accommodation that allows for comfortable sleeping arrangements. Finally, another big highlight of the resort has to be the staff who are warm, friendly and take care to pay attention to even the smallest detail.

 

Written by Stephanie Reed

• Kids Club
• All new The Beehive, available every weekend and school holidays
• Private Hot Tub
• Treehouse Hideaway Suites feature their own outdoor hot tubs
• Bicycles available
• Bikes on site for guests to borrow.
• Child friendly
• Babysitting services are available
• Hot Tub
• The spa has an outdoor whirlpool
• Swimming Pool
• Indoor and Outdoor Pools
• Parking
• Free parking on site
• Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
• Sauna/Steam
• Internet
• In room DVD
• Airport transfer
• Rooms with balcony/terrace
• Sit-out Terrace
• Good wine list
• Bar

• Suites
• Spa
• Restaurant
• Gym
• Sitting Room
• Room service
• 24 Hour room service
• Disabled access
• Bath robes
• Satellite / Cable TV
• In room music system
• Wifi
• Air conditioning
• Business Centre
• Conference facilities
• Safe

• Hotel Entertainment
• Spend an indulgent day being pampered in the hotel's fantastic spa, complete with sauna and hot tub.
• Tennis
• There are both indoor and outdoor tennis courts and coaching with the resident pro.
• Great walks
• Plenty of walking across the 130 acres of parkland, or head into the New Forest.
• Other Activities
• For a truly country experience try the on site Clay Pigeon Shooting.

• Mountain biking
• There are a range of fantastic mountain biking routes in the area.
• Fishing
• There is fishing available nearby, ask at the hotel for details.
• Cooking classes
• The Kitchen in collaboration with celebrity chef James Martin

Why do people love staying in your hotel? For many reasons, there is so much to do locally, we are a short walk to the beach and a quick cycle ride to the New Forest. Not to mention all of the fantastic local attractions. We also have an abundance of activities and things to do within our 130 acre estate, go for a swim in our outdoor pool, make time for you in the spa, play a game of tennis (indoor or outdoor), challenge friends to a round of golf or relax with family over a competitive game of croquet – not to mention learning to cook in our new cookery school The Kitchen.

What is there to do in the area? You could go for a swim in the sea, explore the New Forest National Park, take a short boat ride over to the Isle of Wight or jump in the car and visit Beaulieu Motor Museum, Peppa Pig World (Paultons Park) or Exbury Gardens. There is so much to do locally!

What kind of breakfast do you offer? We offer a full English breakfast, alongside a continental buffet breakfast. If you are staying in one of our Treehouses you will receive a continental breakfast hamper to enjoy on the balcony.

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? At Chewton Glen we serve breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and we offer a 24 hour room service. We have The Dining Room, The Kitchen, our new relaxed eatery and the bar and lounges for a quick bite to eat.

Which are your most popular room types, and why? Our Treehouses are very popular – especially with families and those seeking the ultimate escape.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms? Yes we can fit extra beds. We have a complimentary kids club, The Beehive, every weekend and every day throughout the school holidays. We have an outdoor play area, kids cookery classes and children are welcome to play golf, tennis or croquet…

What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? That we are fun for all. Families are welcome but also couples wanting a relaxing escape. We have a lot to offer on site, a truly indulgent getaway.