AA 1 Rosette for Dining
Restaurants with this Rosette award are deemed to achieve standards that stand out in their local area. They serve food prepared with care, understanding and skill, using good quality ingredients.
AA 3 Stars (83% Merit) Stanwell House Hotel
A 3 Star rating is awarding for acheving the following main standards; Staff smartly and professionally presented. All rooms are en suite and the restaurant or dining room is open to both residents and non-residents.
The New Forest Marque
Stanwell House are proud that much of their food carries The New Forest Marque. In order to carry this mark all producers rear or create produce within the New Forest. By choosing goods with The New Forest Marque you can be sure that you are buying quality goods which haven't had to travel hundreds or thousands of miles to reach you.
The New Forest Breakfast
Stanwell House are also proud to serve the New Forest Breakfast. The New Forest Breakfast is made up of at least three items from local produce, free range and in many cases organic. It consists of New Forest Marque ingredients any of the following which can be bought locally, eggs, bacon, sausages, mushrooms and even bread that has been made using wheat that has been grown, milled and then baked here within the Forest.
The Green Leaf Tourism Scheme
The Green Leaf Tourism scheme is specifically designed to encourage New Forest tourism stakeholders to respect the destination and local people. Green Leaf Tourism businesses support local communities and help to establish positive relationships between the tourism industry in the New Forest and local communities.
Stanwell House Hotel dates back to the 18th Century, and is situated in the picturescque Georgian market town of Lymington. Lymington is one of the South's most attractive and historic locations, wonderfully positioned on the coast, and surrounded by outstanding natural beauty as well as numerous historical sites such as Henry VIII's castle at Hurst Spit and Bucklers Hard where many of Nelsons ships were built.
Stanwell House was once owned by James Burcher, cousin to General James Wolf, who spent his last night in this country at Stanwell House before his departure to Quebec in 1759. From around 1820-1880 the house was used as a finishing school for young ladies. Somewhat later, between 1883-1890, it became the establishment of local solicitors Moore & Rawlings.
It first became a hotel around 1945 under the name Stanwell House Hotel.
Lymington is a traditional New Forest town lying only 16 miles to the west of Southampton. Dating back to the Iron Age there is a continuous thread of interest for the historically minded. This becomes better documented in the Middle Ages when it was developed as one of the country's new towns. Then owned by the De Redvers family, Lymington flourished on the salt industry until the 19th Century, when the market collapsed (between 1865 and 1867).
Meanwhile, the arrival of the railway in 1858 helped the town become the main terminal for the Isle of Wight. This, in turn, encouraged people like Thomas Inman, a Hastings ship and yacht builder, and Mrs Beeston's and Leggs with their sea water baths, to invest their skills and enterprise in the area. Thus the trend from commerce to recreation was started. Since then Lymington and the estuary has become one of the country's top yachting resorts.
New Forest Show 27th - 29th July 2010
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is now the highlight of Hampshire’s social calendar featuring all the attractions that have made it so popular, bringing traditional country pursuits, new exhibitions and demonstrations to this unique event.
Rated amongst the top ten Agricultural and Equestrian Shows in the UK, the Show has an excellent reputation both locally and nationally.
Cowes Week July 31st - 7th August 2010
Cowes Week is the World's premier sailing regatta, with almost 1,000 yachts and 8,000 competitors taking part in some top-class sailing. Cowes Week has a rich heritage and attracts a wide range of competitors from amateurs to Olympic and World champions. It has a huge amount to offer both sailors and visitors alike, with an exciting racing schedule and a packed entertainment itinerary on shore throughout the week.
A visit to Cowes during the regatta is a must, with its great selection of specialist shops, excellent line-up of live bands and superb choice of cuisine, all helping to create a festival atmosphere - plus one of the best sailing spectacles in the world. One of the highlights of the Regatta is the fireworks display, taking place on the final Friday of Cowes Week.
2010 PSP Southampton Boat Show 10th - 19th Sept 2010
Southampton Boast Show offers the whole family a fun-filled day out, whatever your marine interest or skill level.
It features a truly spectacular Show marina, with over 2km of pontoons, over 1,000 boats of all sizes and around 500 exhibitors. There’s loads to see and try free. It’s your Boat Show! Learn more...
Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway in the New Forest National Park
The Gardens are open daily from 7th March 2010 10am - 5.00 pm. Visitors can enjoy exploring twenty miles of pathways, or "let the train take the strain" on a 20 min journey, or take a buggy tour to see the best of the colour.
Mr Eddy's Tearooms are open from 9.30am, whilst the Gift Shop and Plant Centre will open between 10am and 5pm on all Garden open days. Visit the Gardens as part of our Santa Special experience on seven days in December - see below for more information.
Buckler's Hard
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest National Park, you will find the peaceful haven of Buckler’s Hard. The Maritime Museum and Buckler’s Hard Story give an insight into the history of the village whilst a trip on the river or a walk beside the riverbank provides an opportunity to see some of its abundant wildlife. It is located within easy reach of the popular tourist destinations of Bournemouth, Southampton and Winchester.
The Sunday Telegraph June 1st 2008
"Lymington proves a fine port in a storm. Market conditions are volatile, but this pretty coastal town is still in steady demand voted 'Best Seaside Location'."
Daily Express Travel June 14th 2008
"A goverment study has identified Lymington as Britains most desirable coastal town."
Mozzo
From the moment Mozzo began selling their 100% Arabica, Organic, Fairtrade coffee from the world’s first solar and wind powered art covered coffee cart, it was always going to be more than your regular coffee company.
Stephen Lees
local contemporary artist whose interpretations of British seascape, coastal landscapes and abstract paintings are characterised by a vivid use of colour and richly textured acrylics. Stephen displays his artwork in our seafood restaurant at the front of the hotel.
Stewart Mechem
Stewart's creativity has evolved through various applications, from the original 'blitz' days of the late '70s, to fashion as head of international marketing in the '80s at Aquascutum, to developing the 'HIP' hotel Westover Hall from the '90s. He started painting in 2003 and his prolific output has resulted in many solo exhibitions and group shows, both in London and Hampshire, including Cadogan Contemporary and the Pond Gallery who represent his work in London. Stanwell House now have a range of Stewart's art adorning their walls.
Pure Skin Therapy
For some special pampering, we recommend Pure Skin Therapy.
ASR Photo
Allen-Scott Redgrave (known as Scott) is a highly experienced, established and fully qualified award winning freelance photographer
Exclusively Weddings
Specialising in flowers for weddings and civil partnerships in Hampshire and surrounding areas.
If you you would like to join our friendly, busy hotel. We have the following vacancies available.
Chef de Partie
A strong cookery background and training, with experience of both lunch and dinner style menus. The ideal person will be a confident and motivated chef, passionate about delivering high standards of service and quality, an excellent team player and communicator.
Housekeeper
We are looking for people to clean and service bedrooms to high standards. No experience is required as full training will be given. Whether you are seeking a role to fit in with other commitments or interested in a new challenge we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact us at
Stanwell House Hotel, 14-15 High Street. Lymington. Hants. SO41 9AA
Email: CV'S to enquiries@stanwellhouse.com