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As the summer hots up in Hampshire we’ve pulled together some perfect pool picks to keep you cool when you stay in the county.
From luxe hotels for a splash-out treat to self-catering holiday homes with your own private pool and family-friendly places with full summer holiday vibes – pack the swimsuits and dive into these top places to stay with a pool in Hampshire.
Whiteshoot Farm, New Forest
Hang out in the hammock beside the heated outdoor pool and beautiful thatched barn conversion of Whiteshoot Farm in the north of the New Forest and you’ll instantly have vacay vibes.
Also featuring a zip wire and lake, a truffle orchard, and its own vineyard it’s no surprise that this four-bedroom holiday home run by New Forest Cottages has been featured in Hello!, The Independent, The Telegraph, and Sainsburys magazine.
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Lime Wood, New Forest
To spend time at Lime Wood’s Herb House Spa is to escape to a luxury oasis where tranquil pools meet the serene surroundings of the hotel’s gardens and wider New Forest National Park.
Designed over three levels, Herb House has an indoor hydro pool with stunning forest views and a soothing outdoor hot pool surrounded by pretty planting giving the sense of a luxury secret garden. On the rooftop, herbs dance in the breeze and provide a fragrant border to the fitness classes held there.
Four Seasons Hampshire
Striking a beautiful balance between luxury serenity and child-friendly chic, the Four Seasons Hampshire effortlessly accommodates all ages.
The 500-acre estate at Dogmersfield Park, has plenty of places for the aquatically-minded to make a splash – from the magnificent indoor pool housed under its impressive glass roof, to the outdoor vitality pool, and Sharkie’s Reef adventure pool complete with water slide and fountain sure to be a hit with the little ones.
Back on dry land, there are activities to fill a full holiday including tennis, an equestrian centre, falconry, cycling, and a highwire adventure course.
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Southampton Harbour Hotel
Fancy a stay in a 119-bedroom super yacht with its own swimming pool? Southampton’s iconic Harbour Hotel extends into the marina at Ocean Village appearing as an incredible ship tuned into the city’s maritime culture.
Cruise into the HarSPA on the ground floor for a swim with views of the marina, then head to the top deck for dinner with incredible vistas from the rooftop bar and restaurant HarBAR on the 6th.
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Mill Rythe Holiday Village
Having undergone a £10m transformation last year, Mill Rythe on Hayling Island is a fresh holiday village with outstanding facilities.
This Away Resorts gem has modern caravans and luxury lodges – perfect for a seaside family hol.
There’s an indoor swimming pool and a cooling outdoor splash zone to keep the kids entertained as well as an adventure play area, stylish new bar, and restaurant.
Further afield, explore the harbour and visit Hayling Island’s award-winning beaches.
Find out more about Mill Rythe Holiday Village
Thatchby Oak, Brockenhurst
Another New Forest Cottages gem is Thatchby Oak in Brockenhurst – a picture-perfect thatched cottage that can sleep up to 12 guests.
In the summer months the heated outdoor swimming pool makes this holiday cottage an extra special getaway, so gather your friends and family for that gorgeous group holiday.
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Old Farm Cottage
Looking for a beautiful, dog friendly country cottage with a swimming pool for your family holiday? Old Farm Cottage in Pilley near Lymington could be just the ticket.
Set in a beautiful location in the heart of the New Forest, the cottage has a heated pool to enjoy in the summer, surrounded by a beautifully kept garden and the gorgeous New Forest to explore right outside the gates.
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Tylney Hall
Tylney Hall Hotel – a Victorian Grade II listed country house – sits peacefully in 66 acres of rolling north Hampshire countryside.
Within the stunning grounds is a heated outdoor swimming pool in its own walled courtyard, featured by The Times as one of “the coolest pools in Britain” – bordered by stylish loungers on a manicured lawn, it’s easy to understand why. There’s also a smaller indoor pool if the British weather turns less sunny.
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Heckfield Place
New for this year, luxury Hampshire hotel Heckfield Place has opened its wellness retreat The Bothy by Wildsmith which includes an incredible infinity pool overlooking the grounds and ancient wood.
A serene world away from city life, the holistic haven of Heckfield Place is less than an hour’s drive from London.
For a wilder swimming experience, guests can also connect with nature and take a dip in the estate’s Lower Lake from its wooden pontoon.
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New Park Manor
One for making a splash with the little ones, children are welcomed with open arms at the family-friendly New Park Manor in Brockenhurst.
Amongst the facilities at this former hunting lodge turned country house hotel are an indoor pool hall with panoramic views of the forest and a sun-drenched heated outdoor pool.
There’s also 90 minutes of free childcare for every night of your stay in the crèche facilities for the under-eights so that you can have some quiet downtime on the adult-only terrace.
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This beautiful, thatched barn conversion has been featured in Hello!, The Independent, The Telegraph and Sainsbury’s magazine. The main attraction is not only the luxurious accommodation, but also the heated outdoor pool (seasonal) with hammock, barbecue, zip wire and lake, all set within six acres with lovely views, a truffle orchard and its own vineyard.
Lime Wood, a boutique country house hotel, is set in the heart of the New Forest National Park, 1.5 miles from the small town of Lyndhurst and just an hour and a half drive from London.
This Georgian manor house, set in 500 acres of rolling grounds and English Heritage listed gardens, offers the upmost in luxury and relaxation, just an hour from London.
Southampton’s only 5-star hotel, offering 119 luxury rooms including 10 suites, an award-winning restaurant, a luxury spa with state-of-the-art gym, a destination rooftop bar, and stunning contemporary interiors throughout.
If you want peace-perfect holidays with the sunshine and exploring all thrown in, then welcome to the new look Mill Rythe! A little bit of luxury and a heap of happy holiday memories await you.
Thatchby Oak is a large property sleeping up to 12 guests with accommodation brimming with style. The main feature here for the summer months is the heated outdoor swimming pool, set to the rear of the grounds, this cottage provides the perfect base for a family holiday.
Looking for a beautiful, dog friendly country cottage with a swimming pool for your family holiday? Old Farm Cottage could be just the ticket.
A grand, Victorian Grade II listed house, Tylney Hall Hotel sits peacefully in 66 acres of rich, rolling Hampshire countryside with the tree-lined approach setting the scene for this idyllic destination.
A Beautiful Georgian family home lovingly restored to its historic origins, Heckfield Place is at the heart of a bountiful 400-acre estate. Less than an hour from London the estate has been rewoven, connecting house and grounds in this secluded corner of Hampshire.
