Set within a private estate in West Dorset, this four-bedroom lodge sleeps six and suits a family or a group of friends travelling together. It’s surrounded by 15.5 hectares of wildlife-rich grounds, and there’s an on-site wellness space complete with a 25-metre heated outdoor pool and lakeside treatment pods. Pale walls meet wooden floors, while dark-framed windows bring daylight into the rooms and create a calm interior. The Jurassic Coast is just 6 miles away, so beach days and walks along the South West Coast Path can be slotted around time spent on the estate.
Surrounding area
- The historic county town of Dorchester is 6 miles away.
- The nearest beach is 6.5 miles from the estate, with a shop 0.5 miles away.
- Lulworth Cove is within 10 miles for a walk around its famous horseshoe bay.
Living space
- The open-plan living area is arranged around a wood burner.
- Soft seating and a Smart TV fill the lounge end, and the patio doors open out on warm days.
- The contemporary kitchen has an induction hob, oven, combination oven/microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
- A Nespresso-compatible coffee machine is included.
- The breakfast bar seats two, and the dining table seats six.
- A utility and boot room houses a washer/dryer along with storage for coats and boots.
- There is a separate WC in the utility room.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
- All four bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and comfortable mattresses.
- The two king-size bedrooms each have an en-suite shower room with a WC.
- One king-size room looks out across the lakes, while the other opens onto a balcony with a table and chairs.
- The two single bedrooms have wooden beds and co-ordinated furnishings.
- A family bathroom serves the single rooms, with a shower over the bath and a WC.
Outdoor space and on-site facilities
- A private deck runs along the back of the house, with sun loungers and relaxer chairs.
- A charcoal BBQ sits on the deck for cooking outside.
- The lawn has a picnic table for alfresco meals.
- One car can be parked privately beside the property; more spaces are available in the main site car park.
- A bar and restaurant are on site.
- Shared site facilities include a tennis court/multi-use games area and an outdoor activity area.
- Bike and electric bike hire is available, and bike trails run across the estate.
- Water sports equipment hire runs from May to October, and fishing is available (please buy a licence in advance).
- There is a cold-water swimming lake, plus a programme of family activities.
Notable features and highlights
- The wellness space also has a cold plunge, sauna, outdoor showers and a relaxation yurt.
- The garden opens directly onto the estate's sculpture garden.
- Private dining can be arranged.
- A welcome pack is waiting on arrival.
This is a comfortable base for six, whether that is two or three couples sharing or parents with children who want the outdoors on the doorstep. Cyclists and open-water swimmers will get plenty from the estate, and the Dorset coast is close enough for easy days out.