The perfect relaxing secluded getaway for Londoners and visitors alike. The spa is excellent.
The house’s history speaks for itself, and a layer of crisp, contemporary interior design does nothing to dampen it. And it’s family-friendly without turning into one big romper room.
Guide Michelin, May 2024Lime Wood, true to form, presents a perfect picture of eighteenth-century gentrification. Wood fires crackle in gorgeously furnished sitting rooms beyond the foyer, while checkerboard floors of cream and black stone gleam under chandeliers and sconces of metal oak leaves.
Condé Nast Traveler (US), December 2016It's all about attention to detail at this ravishing, deeply luxurious New Forest lair. Its setting at the heart of 145 square miles of ancient heath and woodland only enhances its standing as the epitome of chic rural luxury.
The Telegraph, October 2016Lime Wood is a poem to all that is great and good about bucolic England. It has that very clever, very English knack of being terrifically stylish and utterly relaxing at the same time. Pure poetry.
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Laid-Back Luxury at Lime Wood
Summer at Lime Wood offers laid-back luxury at its finest, making it the perfect secluded hideaway. Nestled in the heart of the stunning New Forest National Park, it's just an hour and a half from London and 20 minutes from the coast, offering the ultimate countryside escape close to the city.
Forest Escape
Surrounded by nature, our spacious rooms boast breathtaking views and beds so comfortable you won't want to leave. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Lime Wood is the ideal retreat for a forest getaway.
Seasonal Dining
Indulge in locally sourced Italian-inspired dishes crafted by Chef Angela Hartnett and Lime Wood's Luke Holder. With a focus on the seasons, every meal offers a taste of the countryside at its best.
Natural Well-Being
Inspired by its forest surroundings, Herb House Spa is dedicated to natural well-being, instilling a sense of calm and serenity. It's the ultimate retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation.