Offering a garden and garden view, The Trusty Servant Inn is located in Lyndhurst, 21 km from The Mayflower Theatre and 21 km from Southampton Guildhall. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options. Southampton Cruise Terminal is 23 km from The Trusty Servant Inn, while Salisbury Cathedral is 29 km away. Southampton Airport is 22 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Frances
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful setting, staff were amazing and food was fabulous
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had lunch in the pub and breakfast the next morning; both meals were lovely and home cooked. A nice relaxing retreat, rooms a little on the expensive side but perhaps I should have booked directly for a better deal. Pub has a good atmosphere.
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved that they made you feel so welcome. They couldn't help you enough. It was for a birthday get away and we were greeted with a happy birthday message and a bottle of wine. The food was excellent 👌🏻 well worth the money and breakfast did not...
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great Location. Great Atmosphere. Nice and cosy Bed was very comfortable
  • Steeds
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    When we arrived a young man understood that we needed to check-in quickly as we had a restaurant reservation nearby. He hurried to get our room completed for check-in and was overall very helpful.
  • Beverley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location, staff and food were excellent. The room was really comfortable.
  • Danny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were really friendly and accommodating, the food was amazing especially the breakfast, location was perfect.
  • Adrian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent Breakfast. We didnt need to eat again all day!
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Position of the hotel, in the middle of the forest was great. Breakfast was lovely cant fault it, always hot and fresh. Any issues were dealt with promptly and efficiently. Garden is beautiful lovely to sit out in the evening. Nice community shop...
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The setting was amazing, and the staff was brilliant and very friendly. The food was wonderful and service was very good.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 324 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Neighbourhood information

Minstead is a small village and civil parish in the New Forest, Hampshire, about 2 miles (3.2 km) north of Lyndhurst. There is a shop and a pub, the Trusty Servant. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's grave is under a large tree at the back of the 13th century All Saints' church.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Trusty Servant Inn
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Trusty Servant Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Trusty Servant Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All rooms are located above the bar/restaurant and are accessible by stairs only. There is no lift or ground floor rooms at the property.

Dogs are welcome by request and are charged at GBP 10.00 per night per dog.

Late check-out may be possible by prior request with the property. Subject to availability.

Breakfast is served from 08:30 daily.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Trusty Servant Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The Trusty Servant Inn

  • The prices at The Trusty Servant Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Trusty Servant Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at The Trusty Servant Inn include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Family
  • The Trusty Servant Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • The Trusty Servant Inn
  • The Trusty Servant Inn is 2.1 miles from the centre of Lyndhurst. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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