Sway, Hampshire, England
Whispering Oaks is a shepherd's hut in Sway, on the edge of an oak wood overlooking a lake in the New Forest. The setting is romantic by design: premium Egyptian cotton bedding, plush towels, a log burner, a private hot tub, and a complimentary bottle of Prosecco on arrival. A breakfast hamper with locally sourced produce, including eggs from the hosts' own chickens and free range sausages, is included with every stay.
Sway sits three miles from Lymington, a Georgian market town with strong pub and restaurant options, and the New Forest's network of cycling, riding, and walking routes spreads out from the doorstep. Gordleton Mill, an award winning pub with a proper restaurant, is within walking distance. At 4.97 across 484 reviews, this is one of the most consistently rated shepherd's huts in the south of England. The included breakfast hamper and Prosecco mean the total value is better than the nightly rate alone suggests.
We love the included breakfast hamper with eggs from the hosts' own chickens. It elevates the stay from accommodation to a properly thought through food experience.
Many reviewers praised their brilliant 2-night stay, highlighting Alex's clear instructions, great location between Bournemouth and Southampton, beautiful New Forest, stunning hut, well-equipped kitchen, fresh linens, and thoughtful welcome treats.
