Lime Wood Hotel

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Luxury Country Retreat in the New Forest

Nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park, Lime Wood Hotel offers a luxurious countryside retreat blending natural beauty with refined comfort. Our 33 individually designed bedrooms and suites feature super-king beds, forest vistas, and modern amenities, while the Herb House Spa provides holistic treatments inspired by our woodland surroundings. Under the culinary expertise of Michelin-starred chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder, our Italian-inspired restaurant Hartnett Holder & Co delivers seasonal menus showcasing locally sourced ingredients.

With private dining spaces, event venues, and curated wellness experiences including fitness classes and seasonal workshops, we combine forest serenity with sophisticated hospitality. Our commitment to authenticity extends to partnerships with artisan producers and sustainable practices that reflect our New Forest heritage.

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Luxury Accommodation Herb House Spa Italian Dining Private Events Forest Activities

Highlights and features

We offer Michelin-starred culinary expertise from Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder
Our Herb House Spa features bespoke Ayurvedic and holistic treatments
33 individually designed rooms with forest views and luxury amenities
Private event spaces for exclusive use weddings and corporate gatherings
Curated wellness experiences combining forest surroundings with modern facilities

What people say

Breathtaking views Luxurious spa Excellent service Delicious food Unique experience

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Herb House Spa

Our woodland-inspired spa offers holistic treatments using natural ingredients. The facility features an ozone-treated lap pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, and outdoor hot tub with forest views. Bespoke treatment packages include Ayurvedic rituals and seasonal wellness programs designed to restore mind-body balance through forest-connected therapies.

Italian Dining

Michelin-starred chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder create Italian-inspired menus showcasing local Hampshire produce. The restaurant features daily changing dishes using ingredients from our Smoke House and New Forest surroundings. Menus include seasonal tasting experiences, set lunch options, and Sunday roasts with ingredients sourced from regional suppliers and our own gardens.

Luxury Accommodation

33 individually designed bedrooms and suites offer immersive forest experiences. All rooms feature super-king beds, luxury bathrooms, and bespoke furnishings with private terraces or balconies. Special accommodations include the Lake Cabin hideaway, Crescent Lodge suites, and forest-view rooms with open fireplaces, combining modern comforts with natural elements.

Private Events

The property offers multiple venues for weddings and corporate events, including the Cedar Room and Courtyard Bar. Full property buyouts provide exclusive access to all facilities, with bespoke catering and event planning. The estate accommodates both intimate gatherings and large-scale celebrations with dedicated team support.

Wellness Programs

Personalised fitness programs combine forest surroundings with modern wellness techniques. Offerings include guided woodland walks, rooftop yoga, and personal training sessions. Seasonal workshops cover cold exposure therapy, sound healing, and other wellness practices designed to reconnect guests with natural rhythms and improve physical wellbeing.

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Angela Hartnett

Co-Owner & Chef

Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett co-founded HH&Co with Luke Holder. With experience at Murano and Cucina Angelina, she brings Italian culinary expertise to Lime Wood Hotel's restaurant. Her approach focuses on seasonal ingredients and traditional techniques adapted for modern palates.

Luke Holder

Co-Owner & Chef

Executive Chef Luke Holder co-created Lime Wood Hotel's culinary vision with Angela Hartnett. His career includes Michelin-starred Italian kitchens and developing the estate's Smoke House produce. He specialises in transforming local Hampshire ingredients into contemporary Italian dishes.

Questions

What accommodation options are available at Lime Wood?

We offer 33 unique rooms across five categories including Cosy Rooms, Spacious Rooms, Generous Rooms, Eaves Rooms, and special accommodations like the Lake Cabin and Crescent Lodge suites.

Does Lime Wood have a Michelin-starred restaurant?

Yes, Hartnett Holder & Co is our Michelin-starred Italian restaurant led by chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder, offering seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients.

What spa facilities are included with treatments?

All spa guests access the 16m lap pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, and outdoor hot tub with forest views, plus use of the rooftop herb garden relaxation areas.

Can I host a private event at Lime Wood?

Yes, we offer exclusive use of the property for weddings and corporate events, with multiple venues including the Cedar Room and Courtyard Bar, plus dedicated event planning support.

Are pets allowed at Lime Wood?

Yes, we welcome dogs in designated rooms with special amenities. The New Forest location offers excellent walking opportunities for guests with canine companions.

What wellness activities are available?

We provide personal training, yoga classes, guided forest walks, and seasonal wellness workshops focusing on practices like cold exposure therapy and sound healing techniques.

Reviews (7)

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John Topping

Dec 26, 2021 Report

Some experience, the rib of beef steak was for two sharing. I think they meant two trenchermen sharing! Absolutely delicious but lots of I.

Sarah-Michelle Neokorides

Dec 26, 2021 Report

Well worth a visit. Great service, good good and drinks. You can't go wrong visiting this place. A night stay would be a dream.

Richard Crawley

Dec 23, 2021 Report

One of my favourite places to eat, although it seems to be getting more pricey each time. The food is certainly well above average but the value is a little bit of a downward slope. To be honest the last time I went the service was not great but this time was a wholly better experience

Liam Harrington

Dec 02, 2021 Report

Expensive but worth it! We had lunch in the bar which was excellent. Service excellent and staff lovely. We had a look at the SPA and gym as we are interested in joining. We have been members of Wentworth and other luxury gyms and SPA, but Limewood is superb and luxurious above them.

Chris Slater

Oct 29, 2021 Report

We were lucky enough to be invited by friends to have dinner with them. What a lovely evening we had! Exquisite food beautifully presented and served with style. Special mention to Katie, our waitress this evening, who was endlessly charming and patient as we took ages to choose each course! Thank you for making it so easy to have a great evening out.

Najlaa Heerah

Oct 17, 2021 Report

This place is country manor splendour. Everything was great. Got upgraded from a regular room to one of their Pavilion suite, (honeymoon suite which was basically a HOUSE) freestanding bathtub in room created that added touch of luxury. Birthday cupcakes and fresh strawberries to welcome us in the room.
Restaurant: Hartnett and Holder, some lovely food options ranging from mid - pricey. We had a sharing steak which was nice overall though a bit fatty. Starters and desserts were tasty. Wine was so good.
Cocktails: Good, though slightly underwhelmed by the espresso martini. Overall vibes

Sue Al

Sep 25, 2021 Report

I had an amazing experience more then i have ever imagined. The cakes pastries and the coffee/mock-tails was a delight! Loved the hotel and its beautiful interior. The outdoor sitting was superb and the waiter Moe looked after me and my guests so well. With his service toped it for us and i will be definitely be coming here again soon. Everything was extraordinary and impressively splendid!! Thank you once again to Moe you are amazing.