The hotel

The hotel is surrounded by New Forest heathland, with scenic trails nearby. Lymington is about 20 minutes away and Brockenhurst about 15 minutes away. Room categories include Four Poster, Comfy Deluxe, Family, Classic Superior, Classic and Cosy. Four Poster rooms have a four-poster bed and sofa bed; Comfy Deluxe rooms have a king or super king bed and sofa bed; Family rooms have a king or super king bed and bunk beds; Classic Superior rooms have a king bed and can accommodate a Z-bed; Classic rooms have king beds; and Cosy rooms have double beds.

Room features vary by category. The Drift Inn serves traditional pub food and seasonal specialities, and afternoon tea is available. Continental and cooked breakfast is available. Taylor's Bar & Lounge has views across the heathland. The hotel also has a children's play park and offers inflatable play sessions during school holidays for children aged 10 and under.