The Manor At Sway - Hotel, Restaurant And Gardens, Sway, New Forest

The Manor at Sway sits in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, including a lake and a sun terrace. Guests can explore the grounds with board games or puzzles available from the hotel. The property is a grand Edwardian house that has been newly refurbished, and there is free on-site parking.

Each of the 15 bedrooms is individually designed and includes luxury Egyptian linens. Rooms feature tea and coffee making facilities, and some have views over the rear lawned gardens. The hotel offers attic loft rooms, manor doubles, and classic double rooms, but has no lift, so mobility-impaired guests should be aware.

The traditional restaurant serves British cuisine with European influences, using locally sourced produce for dishes such as slow-cooked beef shin and sea bass. Breakfast is cooked to order and includes options like vegan and gluten-free choices. Themed afternoon teas with unique cakes are offered in the gardens, and the bar provides a premium spirits list and wine selection.

The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Sway train station and a 15-minute drive from the coastal town of Lymington. Nearby attractions include the Beaulieu Estate and Auto Museum, Exbury Gardens, and the New Forest national park with scenic walking paths. Highcliffe beach is 15-20 minutes away by car.

The hotel is dog-friendly and offers custom arrangements for pets, including pet bowls and the option to have dogs in the lounge area during breakfast. The gardens provide space for dogs to walk in the mornings and evenings. Guests should note there is no dedicated poo bin on site.

Grounds: 5 acres with lake, woodland, and sun terrace

Rooms: Individually designed with Egyptian linens

Dining: Locally sourced British cuisine with European influences

Activities: Themed afternoon teas in the garden

Location: 4-minute walk to Sway station, close to Lymington and New Forest

Pets: Dog-friendly with custom pet arrangements