Rhinefield House
Grand Victorian country house with genuine period character. Formal enough for a special occasion, relaxed enough for muddy-boot forest walks. Dog-friendly, family-friendly, and genuinely popular for weddings and milestone celebrations.
Book the Walker Suite if budget allows — it was the original lady's bedroom and the roll-top bath with forest views is exceptional
Why It Matters
The only AA Four Red Star hotel in the New Forest. The Alhambra Room — a meticulous recreation of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, encrusted with Persian onyx, Venetian glass, and copper worked by Moorish craftsmen — is arguably the most extraordinary private dining room in Hampshire. The Armada Restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes.
A late 19th-century Tudor-Gothic mansion sitting at the end of a driveway lined with Canadian redwoods and copper beeches, deep inside the New Forest National Park. The architecture is serious — turreted, red-bricked, with mullioned windows — and the interior doubles down with wood panelling, chandeliers, and the jaw-dropping Alhambra Room (a copper-and-onyx replica of the Granada palace). It's the only AA Four Red Star hotel in the New Forest, which means 50 individually named rooms, a spa, two restaurants, and 40 acres of private grounds.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Classic Room
The entry-level rooms at Rhinefield, and decent for it. Ensuite with shower over bath, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, safe, fridge, tea and coffee. Some overlook the pool. The building's period character bleeds through — wooden panelling, tall ceilings, plenty of atmosphere. A handful of reviews mention these can feel a little dated, so if condition matters to you, upgrade.
Double or TwinSuperior Room
Larger than the Classic rooms and mostly located in the Garden Wing. Most look out over the New Forest. Expect the same standard of amenities but with more space and more consistently updated furnishings. The Superior Family variant sleeps two adults and two children with a large bathroom featuring a rain shower and separate bath.
DoubleThe Heron Suite
The most contemporary of the three feature suites, designed specifically for relaxation. Floor-to-ceiling windows look directly into the ancient forest — the kind of view you can watch for hours. Large separate living area makes it genuinely spacious. Good for couples or small families who want room to spread out.
DoubleThe Munro Suite
A period suite in the main house with wood-panelled separate living area and dining space. Atmospheric and grand, it leans into the country house history more than the Heron Suite. The private lounge and dining area make it ideal for longer stays or guests who want a genuine home-away-from-home feel.
DoubleThe Walker Suite
The standout room. Originally the bedroom of the lady of the manor, it has been finished to an exacting standard with a beautiful feature fireplace, period details, large bay windows with comfortable seating overlooking the grounds, and a roll-top bath. This is the room guests talk about. Popular as the wedding night suite.
DoubleThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Traditional afternoon tea served in the Lounge Bar or on the terrace. Taylors of Harrogate teas, homemade cakes, warm scones, and patisseries. The menu changes seasonally. A champagne upgrade is available.
A private outdoor BBQ with a dedicated chef and waiter, panoramic views of the grounds, and a gazebo with blankets for the evening. A genuinely special option for groups.
Traditional croquet on the manicured lawns. One of those quintessential country house activities that actually gets used here.
Bike hire is available with 24 hours' notice. The New Forest has some of the best flat cycling in England — ideal for spotting wild ponies and deer. Routes to Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst village both accessible.
Trails start directly from the hotel grounds. The hotel recommends a 7-mile circular walk through woodland to Lyndhurst, and 30–45 minute trails around Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary. Wild ponies, deer, and ancient oaks all reachable on foot.
Pony trekking available in the surrounding New Forest — the hotel can advise on local providers.
Seasonal outdoor pool open May to October, set against the mansion facade and surrounded by woodland. Sunloungers and umbrellas on the terrace.
On-site outdoor tennis courts available for guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple boardrooms and event spaces accommodating up to 160 delegates. The Grand Hall (a replica of Westminster Hall) seats 130 for dinner. Also used for weddings and private functions.
Complimentary full cooked breakfast included with most room rate packages. Served in the dining room with views of the grounds.
Limited number of dog-friendly rooms available, first come first served. Maximum 2 dogs per room. Extra fee applies. Must be declared at time of booking.
Holds Green Tourism accreditation, assessed against criteria covering People, Places and Planet.
Heated indoor pool and spa pool available year-round for hotel guests.
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