My name’s Ruby and I’m a regular at South Lawn Hotel in Milford on Sea. My mum and dad take me to the New Forest whenever they get the chance, and we always stay here, there’s nowhere quite like it.
From the moment I trot through the door, I’m treated like one of the family. I know the whole team now and they always make a big fuss of me. I even get a goody bag on arrival (with biscuits, of course) and a personalised welcome letter that tells me all the best ways to enjoy my stay.
What I love most is that there’s a special section of the restaurant just for dogs. It’s called doggy dining and I get to join my mum and dad for dinner and breakfast. If I’m lucky (and I usually am), I get a sausage in the morning, but only if mum and dad say yes… which they always do.
We’ve stayed in a few different rooms, but my favourites are the Garden Rooms. They’ve got doors that open straight onto the garden and into the doggy paddock. A secure area where I can have a good run around, meet other dogs, and sniff everything in sight. I often see old friends from past visits; it’s quite normal here to bump into regulars like us. And not just the dogs, our humans always seem to make friends too.
Autumn is my favourite time to visit. The forest is full of colour, and a walk on the beach or along Hurst Spit to the castle is the perfect way to clear the cobwebs (and get a good shake in). We even spent Christmas here last year, it was cosy, festive and full of belly rubs.
Every now and then, mum and dad get an email from Tim and Nikki, the lovely owners. As soon as one lands, they’re straight on it especially for the “26 for £26” winter offers and their Spring into Summer deals. They really do look after us, all year round.
Whether you’re a fellow four-legged traveller or a human who just loves a warm welcome, I hope you get the chance to visit. And if you do I might just see you there.
Wags and kisses,
Ruby xxx
Our stories are inspired by real events, but may well have been embellished over a glass of wine.
