Hotels in Brockenhurst, Hampshire

As you drive through the ancient New Forest, and up the long sweeping drive to the hotel, shadowed by Canadian redwood and copper beech trees and lined with rhododendrons, your anticipation builds. Your breath will be taken away by this magnificent, country mansion surrounded by natural forest. Rhinefield House is home to a number of hidden treasures. The Alhambra Room, originally built as a gentlemans smoking room by the owner Mabel Walker-Munro as a birthday gift for her husband, is now an elaborate private dining room. Designed as an exact replica of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, it is elaborately embellished with onyx from Persia, magnificent copper and bronze, and hand-cut mosaic tiles. Attention to detail also prevails in the restaurant where you will find the magnificent carving of the Armada set in the restaurant fireplace. This took nine years to complete and was carved out of one solid block of oak some 4ft thick. It provides the perfect backdrop to the masterpieces created by Chef and his team who delight in choosing only the finest ingredients to provide mouth-watering food complemented by a wide selection of fine wines.

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The area offers ageless beauty and tranquillity with unspoilt paths and walks where you can really appreciate the beauty of the New Forest. When visiting the Balmer Lawn you can delight in the Forest's changing colour, history and wildlife and in particular, enjoy the famous New Forest ponies and magnificent deer that still have the right of way as they freely graze the surrounding area, including the towns of Brockenhurst and Burley. Many activities can be enjoyed including, walking, cycling, mounting biking etc. plus the Hotel offers its own extensive leisure facilities swimming, gym, squash and tennis. The Hotel is independently owned and prides itself on offering a friendly atmosphere and excellent service to all its guests. The hotel boasts the highest AA 3-star rating within the New Forest area.

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A glorious view created by nature, ambience created by the Master Builders House Hotel. Refined yet informal - the Riverview Restaurant and Terrace overlook the Beaulieu River. Chef Denis Rhoden provides a menu which is Modern European in style and flavour. The menus change regularly and are seasonal. Relax in restful surroundings watching the boats go by. The Lounge is full of books and magazines to wile away the hours. Afternoon tea is served between 3.00pm-5.00pm and coffee and tea is available all day on request.

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Once there you will immediately appreciate why visitors return year after year to enjoy the country house atmosphere of this peaceful and beautifully located hotel. The grounds around the hotel cover more than two acres of lawned gardens and shady arbours. Robin and his family, as with his parents Beryl and Brian previously, have been leading people to this delectable part of the country for more than 40 years. 'As with all family-run hotels, you get that special personal touch, so that our guests get immense pleasure out of staying here. Families are particularly welcome, and children are as important as any of our grown-up guests.' Special arrangements can be made for golf societies and The Watersplash is the perfect venue for other important events such as weddings, Christmas parties and small conferences (where the quiet surroundings help delegates to relax and concentrate on the subject in hand). These are all part of our agenda of hospitality and we will be happy to discuss any individual requirements. The swimming pool, much enjoyed by everyone, has a special appeal for children providing a safe and convenient alternative to visiting the many attractions of the area. A range of bar meals is available every day and we are pleased to serve Sunday Lunch in the dining room. Lunches in the dining room on other days can be arranged with prior notice. Brockenhurst is the ideal touring centre for exploring the New Forest, which is situated between Bournemouth and Southampton, with Salisbury and Winchester to the north, and the Isle of Wight to the south. Almost literally on the doorstep of the Hotel is a wealth of sights and experiences for walkers and nature lovers. Much of the wildlife and vegetation of the New Forest can be found nowhere else in Britain.

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