The Nici New Forest in Lymington, England

The NICI New Forest is set within a 23-acre estate that includes Tudor-style architecture and landscaped grounds leading down to the Solent. Guests can choose from spacious en-suite rooms in the main house or self-catering apartments and lodges with fully equipped kitchens. Many apartments offer private balconies or patios with direct views of the Solent and the Isle of Wight ferry terminal.

The hotel is home to the Waterford Restaurant, which holds 2AA Rosettes for culinary excellence and offers fine dining overlooking the Solent. Additional dining options include Elms & Marthas Restaurants for intimate fine dining experiences and a bar serving snacks and drinks. Self-catering guests have access to well-equipped kitchens in their apartments, with supermarkets and local produce available in Lymington.

The Vital Health & Wellbeing leisure club provides access to an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room, and a spa with ELEMIS treatments including body wraps, facials, and manicures. Two tennis courts and a golf course are available on-site, with tennis equipment provided free of charge. The leisure club also offers fitness classes, yoga sessions, and sun loungers around both pools.

Children have access to a dedicated playground, outdoor games such as giant chess and pitch and putt golf, and both pools with shallow ends and a heated indoor pool. The estate provides direct access to New Forest walks, horse riding, and cycling trails, with equipment rental available locally. Nearby attractions include the Isle of Wight ferry terminal (a two-minute walk), Paulton's Family Theme Park, and the Beaulieu National Motor Museum.

The NICI New Forest is located in Lymington, within the New Forest National Park, and is a 25 km drive from Bournemouth and 18 km from Southampton. The property offers free on-site parking, a 24-hour front desk, laundry services, and luggage storage. The Isle of Wight ferry terminal is within walking distance, providing day-trip access to Cowes and other island destinations.

Amenities: Indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, golf course, children's playground

Dining: Waterford Restaurant (2AA Rosettes) and Elms & Marthas Restaurants

Spa: Vital Health & Wellbeing leisure club with ELEMIS spa treatments

Accommodation: Self-catering apartments and lodges with private balconies

Location: Within New Forest National Park, two minutes from Isle of Wight ferry

Facilities: 23-acre estate, free parking, 24-hour reception