Lime Wood

Why do people love staying in your hotel? Because Lime Wood is honestly situated in such an ideal location. Being only an hour and a half from London, it is the perfect getaway for those who are looking for a little escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The air is so fresh and the fact you can see the stars shine at night is what makes the New Forest so desirable. Staying at Lime Wood and being immersed within the stretching landscapes of trees and greenness just makes you feel so at one with nature.

What is there to do in the area? We have a selection of bikes that anyone is free to explore the density of the forests. Or for those who fancy a muddy walk on foot we also have a boot room filled to the brim of Hunter wellies, take your pick of colour! Within metres of the hotel find the Herb House where you can relax, swim, or gym to your hearts content. For those who’d like a little pampering, book in for a treatment with one of our product houses, Bamford or Sarah Chapman products. The spa’s own restaurant, Raw & Cured inspires the use of raw ingredients to create a menu full of nutrients, colour and diversity. With a selection of wines, smoothies and cured meats, Raw & Cured is just another bonus of spending a day within Lime Wood’s Herb House.

What kind of breakfast do you offer? A continental spread is served each morning with the choice of boiling your own eggs, homemade granolas, fresh fruit and pastries and cured meats and cheeses. The hotel also serves a choice of full and hot breakfast dishes that are created in the kitchen. Each breakfast morning takes place in Lime Wood’s own ‘scullery’, the perfect country house kitchen. Find shelves, pots, pans and plates decorating the soft blue walls.

Do you offer other meals and can you recommend good restaurants for lunch and dinner? During the day we offer Afternoon Tea in our Courtyard. The Courtyard is right next to the bar where you can enjoy wines, coffees and sprits with a colourful and equally delicious spread of cakes, sandwiches and biscuits. For a lunch or evening menu, HH&Co. is a restaurant that pulls together the signature styles of Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder. Expect a menu of Italian influence within a relaxed and comfortable restaurant full of character and flavour.

What are your most popular room types and why? With several room categories to choose from including, Eaves, Cosy and Spacious, the rooms within the main house are elegant and simple. The white and grey marbled bathrooms with soft furniture and a bespoke larder full of sweet treats and alcohol are perfect for when you can’t face leaving your room. Tucked away in the grounds of Lime Wood are lodges that are suited to those staying with children or perhaps those who are hoping for a real escape. Take the Lake Cabin for example, a secret hideaway made of reclaimed timber that is simple yet sophisticated. With your own mini kitchen area and a private outside bath that completes the ultimate secluded experience, the Lake Cabin is very romantic!

What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? As readers of Hotel Guru, we would be delighted to offer a complimentary upgrade on the day. Subject to availability.