Make the house yours
Every stay at Forest House begins with a conversation. Tell us what you have in mind and our team will be in touch to help shape the details of your stay. Email foresthouse@limewood.co.uk or follow the link below.
A home to gather, just beyond the trees
Meet Forest House. Five bedrooms, your own pool for the warmer months and the New Forest waiting at the garden gate. Designed by Susie Atkinson to feel more like a cherished country home than a hotel, it’s a place for long lunches, slow mornings, celebrations and a house full of your favourite people.
Entirely your own, with everything you love about Lime Wood just a stroll away.
Everything you need to make the house your own
• Five en-suite bedrooms
• 10m outdoor pool (open April to September)
• Private terraces and garden, leading straight to the open forest
• Air conditioning throughout
• Cosy lounge
• Stocked pantry, with wine fridge
• Bar station
• Kitchen with Smeg appliances and everything you need to cook
• Indoor and outdoor dining for up to ten
• BBQ area with Gozney Dome XL oven
• Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi sound system
• Ground floor WC
• Boot room
• Private parking
A reason to stay, or no reason at all...
Round up your favourites
Friends & group stays
The group chat finally made it out of the group chat. Gather up to ten of your favourite people for long lunches, poolside afternoons, forest walks and evenings around the table. No taxis home, no rushing off – just your own place together.
All together now
Family stays
Bring the whole gang. Five bedrooms, plenty of space to spread out, a garden made for exploring and your own pool. From multi-generational escapes to long-overdue family get-togethers, Forest House gives everyone room to settle in and properly spend time together.
Something to celebrate
Birthdays & special occasions
Big birthday, special anniversary or simply something worth raising a glass to? Take over Forest House and make a few days of it. We’ll help with the details, from memorable dinners to experiences designed especially around your celebration.
Into the wild
Forest & nature escapes
The New Forest isn’t somewhere you have to drive to – it begins at the garden gate. Head out amongst ancient trees and free-roaming ponies, forage with our resident expert, try forest bathing, explore by bike or simply see where the path takes you.
Come hungry
Food & dining stays
Good food deserves time. Gather around your own table for a dinner cooked by Angela, Luke or the HH&Co team, fire up the Gozney for pizza night, or wander over to Hartnett Holder & Co when someone else can do the washing up.
Make yourself at home
Brands & hosted events
A house worth taking over. From intimate launches and press stays to shoots, dinners and brand gatherings, Forest House offers an entirely private, beautifully designed backdrop. Add Susie Atkinson interiors, the garden and pool, exceptional food and Lime Wood hospitality on tap.
Retreat into the forest
Wellness retreats
Swap schedules for forest air. Forest House makes a restorative base for wellness escapes, with Herb House Spa nearby and the New Forest at the garden gate. Add private yoga, treatments, forest bathing, nourishing food and plenty of time to do very little.
Beyond the boardroom
Corporate & team retreats
Take the team somewhere that doesn’t feel remotely like a meeting room. Forest House offers space to think, talk, eat and unwind together, with five bedrooms, relaxed living spaces and the forest outside – ideal for leadership retreats, creative sessions and team gatherings.
Paws at the ready
Dog-friendly stays
No need to leave them behind. Forest House welcomes up to two dogs, with plenty of room to settle in and the ultimate walkies right outside. Open the garden gate and you’re straight into the New Forest, with miles of exploring ahead.
We have the answers...
Got a question?
What is Forest House at Lime Wood?
Forest House is a five-bedroom house set within the grounds of Lime Wood in the New Forest. Sleeping up to ten guests, it combines the space and freedom of having a whole house to yourselves with everything you love about staying at Lime Wood close by, including breakfast, access to Herb House Spa, Hartnett Holder & Co and the hotel team to help shape your stay.
How many people does Forest House sleep?
Forest House sleeps up to ten guests across five individually designed bedrooms, each with its own en-suite. There is also space for up to two cots, making it a great choice for families, multi-generational stays, groups of friends and celebrations in the New Forest.
Is Forest House suitable for groups and celebrations?
Absolutely. Forest House has been designed as a place to gather, whether that’s for a big birthday, anniversary, family celebration, reunion, special weekend with friends or simply an excuse to get everyone together. The kitchen, dining and living spaces make it easy to spend time together, while five bedrooms give everyone their own space at the end of the day.
Does Forest House have a private swimming pool?
Yes. Forest House has its own outdoor swimming pool, open from April to September. The pool sits within the garden and terrace and is for the exclusive use of Forest House guests during their stay. During the winter months, the pool is closed and covered.
Can you walk directly into the New Forest from Forest House?
Yes. The garden looks out towards the open New Forest, with a gate leading you straight out into the forest. From morning walks and runs to family adventures and long rambles, the New Forest is quite literally on your doorstep, complete with ancient trees and the occasional free-roaming pony.
Is Forest House dog-friendly?
Yes. Up to two dogs are welcome to stay at Forest House, making it a particularly lovely option for a dog-friendly break in the New Forest. With direct access from the garden into the forest, there are plenty of walks waiting just beyond the gate.
What is included in a stay at Forest House?
A stay at Forest House includes a stocked pantry, breakfast and full access to Lime Wood and Herb House Spa. Our team can also help arrange experiences, dining and special touches throughout your stay.
Can we cook and eat at Forest House?
Yes. Forest House has a kitchen and relaxed dining space, so you can make yourselves completely at home. You can cook for yourselves, ask us about food prepared by the Lime Wood team, or make an occasion of it with a specially arranged hosted dining experience. Hartnett Holder & Co is also just a stroll through the grounds when you fancy heading out for dinner.
Is Forest House suitable for a wellness retreat?
Yes. With five bedrooms, peaceful communal spaces, a private garden and outdoor pool, direct access to the New Forest and Herb House Spa close by, Forest House lends itself beautifully to wellness retreats. We can also help shape your stay with experiences such as private yoga, forest bathing, guided foraging and time at Herb House.
Can Forest House be used for corporate retreats and brand events?
Yes. Forest House can work particularly well for relaxed corporate retreats, creative get-togethers, team stays and intimate hosted brand events. The house offers space to meet, eat and spend time together away from a traditional meeting-room setting, with the wider facilities and team at Lime Wood nearby.
What can we do during a stay at Forest House?
Your stay can be as relaxed or as full as you like. Spend the day by your own outdoor pool in the warmer months, walk straight from the garden into the New Forest, head to Herb House Spa for a treatment, eat at Hartnett Holder & Co or let us arrange something especially for your group. Private yoga, forest bathing, foraging walks, wine pairings, pizza nights and hosted cooking experiences are just some of the possibilities.
How close is Forest House to Lime Wood hotel and Herb House Spa?
Forest House sits within the grounds of Lime Wood, giving you the feeling of having your own place tucked away by the forest while keeping the hotel within easy reach - approximately a five minute walk.
What is the minimum stay at Forest House?
Forest House has a minimum stay of three nights, with longer minimum stays applying at selected peak periods. We want guests to have time to properly settle in and experience the house in full.
Is Forest House suitable for families with children?
Yes. Sleeping up to ten guests, with space for up to two cots, Forest House is a lovely option for family holidays and multi-generational gatherings.
Can we book Forest House for Christmas and special occasions?
Yes. Forest House has been created for the moments when getting everyone together matters most, from milestone birthdays and anniversaries to family Christmases, reunions and other celebrations. Our team can help with the details, including dining and experiences, so the stay can be shaped around whatever you’re celebrating.
Is Forest House self-catering?
Forest House gives you the independence of having an entire house to yourselves, including your own kitchen, but it isn't positioned as a traditional self-catering holiday rental. You are still very much a Lime Wood guest, with breakfast, Herb House Spa access and the hotel on your doorstep, plus our team available to help with dining, experiences and your plans throughout the stay.
How do I book Forest House at Lime Wood?
Every Forest House stay can begin with a conversation. Whether you already have dates in mind, are planning a celebration or retreat, or simply want to find out more, get in touch with our team and tell us a little about your plans. We’ll help with availability and the details of your stay. You can email us at foresthouse@limewood.co.uk.