"Attention to detail was spot on, quality of food was excellent, presentation was excellent."
Bob from United Kingdom
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"Beautiful house. Great location, walkable into Lyndhurst. Very friendly hosts. Lovely breakfast - layout, service and food."
Emma from United Kingdom
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"The breakfast was great, well cooked and plentiful."
David from United Kingdom
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"Forestside is perfectly located for the New Forest area."
Tracey from United Kingdom
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"The Forest Side Guesthouse is fabulous, both inside and out."
jazzadavies from United States
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Victorian guesthouse with direct forest access in Lyndhurst
Rooms & Suites
Forest Side Guesthouse offers six en-suite bedrooms with maintained Victorian features including high ceilings, period fireplaces, and stained-glass windows. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with DVD player and complimentary refreshments. Selected rooms provide views of the New Forest from the front of the house.
Dining
A locally sourced English breakfast is cooked to order each morning in the ground-floor dining area, accompanied by freshly ground coffee. The dining room retains period features such as high ceilings and original stained glass. Guests not opting for breakfast can walk to several dining options in Lyndhurst village within five minutes.
Location & Grounds
Direct access to the New Forest is available through a gate immediately across the road, offering walking trails and wildlife viewing of free-roaming ponies, donkeys, and cattle. The guesthouse is 17 km from Southampton Airport and a five-minute walk from Lyndhurst's shops and pubs. Free off-road self-parking is provided for one car per room.
Amenities & Services
This family-run guesthouse offers private check-in and check-out, a garden with outdoor furniture, and accessible parking. Board games and puzzles are available for guests to borrow. Bicycle rental and a nearby golf course provide additional outdoor activity options.
Family-Friendly Accommodations
Family rooms with triple occupancy are available, featuring a separate single bed area for privacy. Board games and puzzles are provided for children's entertainment. The guesthouse can accommodate special dietary requests at breakfast upon prior notice.
Highlights
Location: Direct access to New Forest trails & wildlife, 5 min from Lyndhurst village
Rooms: 6 en-suite rooms with Victorian fireplaces, DVD players, and forest views
Dining: Locally sourced full English breakfast cooked to order