Thatched Cottage Hotel - 3-Star Hotel in Brockenhurst, England

The Grade 2 listed Thatched Cottage Hotel offers rooms with names such as Darjeeling, Earl Grey, and Lord Earl Grey, each preserving original 17th-century fixtures and beams. Some rooms have garden views and direct access to the tea room garden, while the Shed provides a self-contained hideaway with a kitchen. Guests staying in the historic rooms should note the steep stairs, low doorways, and sloped ceilings that are part of the building's character.

Esme's Tea Room, on site, serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea using locally sourced produce and freshly baked scones. The hotel's private gin bar stocks over 300 varieties of gin, available for tastings and afternoon tea pairings. Breakfast includes a full English with poached eggs, granola bowls, and eggs Benedict, all served in the tea room from 8:00 am.

The hotel sits on a main road in Brockenhurst, a 3-minute walk from the railway station and within walking distance of three pubs, two Italian restaurants, a Thai restaurant, and a fish-and-chip shop. Guests can access the New Forest directly for cycling and walking, and the hotel offers bike hire and walking tours. Nearby attractions include Paulton's Park - Home of Peppa Pig World, Beaulieu National Motor Museum, and the New Forest National Park.

Dogs are allowed in designated rooms, and the hotel provides pet bowls, treats, and a dog-friendly breakfast menu. The Shed and the Historic Superior Double Room accommodate pets, with dog-friendly outdoor areas including the tea room garden. Guests receive a dog bowl and snacks for their pet upon arrival, and there are nearby walks in the forest.

Staff offer personalised recommendations for local activities, such as cycling routes and horse riding stables, and can help arrange luggage storage. Free private parking is available in front of the hotel, and CCTV covers common areas and the exterior. Check-in is handled by the tea room staff, and guests arriving after 5:00 pm receive entry instructions via email.

Gin Bar: Over 300 gins available for tasting

Accommodations: Historic Grade 2 listed rooms with themed names

Dining: Esme's Tea Room with freshly baked scones and full English breakfast

Pet-Friendly: Dedicated dog-friendly rooms, bowls, and treats

Location: 3-minute walk from Brockenhurst station and village pubs

Activities: Bike hire and walking tours from the hotel