Stanwell House, Lymington, New Forest

Stanwell House sits on Lymington High Street, a five-minute walk from the quay and the Solent. The hotel lies within the New Forest National Park, with direct access to coastal walks to Milford-on-Sea. Historic towns such as Winchester and Southampton are a short drive from the hotel.

Two on-site restaurants include the Samphire restaurant and the Orangery, offering an award-winning British tapas-style menu. The Salt Bar serves cocktails and has a log-burning stove. All-day dining is available in the conservatory and on the sheltered terrace.

Dog-friendly rooms are available on the ground floor and include a dog bed, water bowl, treats, and a dog towel. The hotel asks guests to contact ahead to check availability for dog stays. Dogs are allowed in the bar and restaurant areas.

The hotel offers 26 rooms including House Rooms, Loft Rooms, and Small Doubles, some with four-poster beds. Each room has a tea and coffee station with New Forest shortbread, and fresh milk is delivered each morning. Guests have access to free parking in a nearby lot with 12 spaces on a first-come basis.

The hotel has a meeting room measuring 1,012 square feet with garden views. A 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and complimentary newspapers are provided. The property is monitored by CCTV and equipped with fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.

Location: On Lymington High Street, 5 min from quay and New Forest

Dining: Award-winning British tapas-style menu at Samphire and Orangery

Pet-Friendly: Ground floor rooms with dog bed, treats, and towel

Rooms: 26 rooms with four-poster beds and in-room tea/coffee station

Business: Meeting room of 1,012 square feet with 24-hour front desk