Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa
Hotel · New Milton ·
Luxury country house hotel with treehouse suites, spa & dining
Luxury country house hotel with treehouse suites, spa & dining
"An English-country resort offering whimsical tree-house accommodations, a luxurious spa and curated outdoor activities like sailing and nearby castle visits—perfect for couples seeking a pastoral, storybook getaway." - Michelle Gross Michelle Gross Michelle Gross is an award-winning travel, food, and lifestyle journalist. In addition to contributing to Travel + Leisure, Michelle is a travel columnist and regular contributor to Robb Report, Thrillist, Business Insider, Fodor’s, and BBC Travel, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Those who don't want a multiday commitment can opt for a quickie treatment at Chewton Glen, in South East England, called [Meno]pause and Restore, which aims to address emotional heaviness while decreasing inflammation in the body."
"Set on 130 acres between the New Forest and the cliffs and beaches of the South Coast, I found Chewton Glen to be a true English countryside escape, with rooms overlooking manicured gardens and classic croquet lawns — and its private tree houses are the upgrade to book. These are not glamping cabins but Relais & Châteaux accommodations: they include personal concierge service, fully stocked kitchenettes, forest-view hot tubs, en-suite deep soaking tubs where I watched a movie while bathing, and all-day access to pristine indoor spa pools. Visiting in December with a golden retriever (the tree houses are dog-friendly) meant muddy, wellie-filled walks to see the resident sheep, but it was a treat to return to a log-burning fire in the laid-back Kitchen for a hearty lunch and later to the elegant Dining Room where executive head chef Luke Matthews put on roast New Forest bronze turkey and confit duck followed by a perfect Christmas pudding. A picnic-ready breakfast hamper is delivered to each tree house, and I enjoyed fresh-baked morning treats from my fluffy white bed in a warm robe as raindrops fell on the forest 35 feet below." - Nina Ruggiero Nina Ruggiero Travel + Leisure Senior Editorial Director Nina Ruggiero oversees T+L's award-winning travel content across digital platforms. She is also the co-founder of Be A Travel Writer, an online course for aspiring travel journalists. When she's not traveling between her current home in Los Angeles and T+L HQ in New York City, Nina can often be found in Italy or the UK. She has lived in NYC, LA, Miami, Rome, and Sicily, and has traveled extensively through Europe, the U.S., Asia, the Caribbean, and Mexico, in addition to visiting Botswana, Morocco, New Zealand, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"This "superb, memorable" eighteenth-century redbrick country house is set at the edge of the New Forest, a 20-minute walk from the English Channel. Swathed in greens and yellows, perfect-scoring rooms are "lovely little sanctuaries" blending antique furniture and modern textiles; some have private garden terraces. The "staff were excellent in all areas," also garnering a perfect score. Guests "love the ambience and the grounds," which include flower gardens and a croquet lawn. Take afternoon tea in a leather armchair surrounded by first editions at Colonel Tinkers Bar. Vetiver is spread across five rooms, including a wine room and a conservatory, and serves English specialties. "It lived up to its reputation of promising a truly great English experience."
"One of the UK’s best known country houses comes with a sensational spa and is set in 130 acres of New Forest parkland – try a host of outdoor pursuits, including croquet, archery and clay pigeon shooting. Luxurious bedrooms range from classic to contemporary; opt for one with a balcony or terrace, or try one of the unique Treehouse suites. Dining options include a traditional restaurant and a modern brasserie, which showcase produce from their own kitchen garden and greenhouse." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team