THE MONTAGU ARMS, Beaulieu

The Terrace Restaurant serves dishes crafted by an in-house chef using locally sourced ingredients from the New Forest. Monty's Inn, the hotel's country pub, welcomes families and dogs with a relaxed menu and a children's candy bar. Afternoon tea is offered in the Terrace Restaurant or the English country garden, with seasonal sweets and sandwiches.

The hotel has 33 rooms spread across the main house, garden wing, and courtyard suites. Courtyard Retreat rooms feature separate bathrooms with a bath and rain shower, and floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking private patios. Rooms in the main house include four-poster beds and views of the millpond or the hotel's gardens.

The hotel's gardens are maintained by a dedicated gardener and include winding paths, a fountain, and seating areas. Direct access from the grounds leads to scenic walking trails through the New Forest and a 2-mile riverside walk to Bucklers Hard. Nearby attractions include the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu Abbey, and Bucklers Hard Maritime Museum.

Dogs are welcome at no extra cost and receive a dog bed, a treat basket, and a toy upon arrival. The hotel provides pet bowls, a pet basket, and dog beds in Monty's Inn during meals. Dogs are allowed in the Terrace Restaurant's conservatory and in the gardens.

The Montagu Arms can be booked for exclusive use for weddings and private parties, with dedicated event coordination from Clara Earp. The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities for corporate retreats in a tranquil setting. Free parking is available at the rear of the hotel, and the front desk can arrange luggage storage and concierge service.