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Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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December 2024

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Front of property - evening/night
Indoor spa tub
Cottage (Ivy)
Lunch and dinner served, British cuisine
Room, 1 King Bed (Principal) | Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Spa
    Spa

Explore the area

Map
9 Forestreet, Dorchester, England, DT2 0JR
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    6 min drive
  • Cerne Abbas Giant
    14 min drive
  • Mapperton Gardens
    15 min drive
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    32 min drive

Room options

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Exterior

Suite (Duplex Cottage )

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Room (Family)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Suite (Garden)

Suite (Garden)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage (Ivy)

Cottage (Ivy)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
LCD TV
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Master 1 Bedroom)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Master 1 Bedroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Courtyard)

Suite (Courtyard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Principal)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room (King/Twin)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Cosy)

Double Room (Cosy)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dorchester

A luxury stay in Dorchester awaits you at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel. You'll be 4.9 km (3 mi) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 11.4 km (7.1 mi) from Mapperton Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy and reflexology along with access to the sauna. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, outdoor tennis court, Hot tub and sauna. 291 square feet (27 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and free use of bicycles. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Dorchester hotel include Yeovil Country Park and Cerne Abbas Giant.

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 6 min drive
  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 14 min drive
  • Mapperton Gardens - 15 min drive
  • Fleet Air Arm Museum - 24 min drive
  • West Bay Beach - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Chetnole Station - 9 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ollerod - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rest & Welcome Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
Summer Lodge Country House Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 291 square feet (27 square metres) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Summer Lodge Country House Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Dorchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 291 sq ft of conference space
  • 27 sq. m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Summer Lodge Country House Hotel offers 24 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Dorchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 291 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Summer Country House Restaurant Dorchester
Summer Lodge Country House Hotel Restaurant
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Hotel Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

As of 4 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel on 11 Nov 2024 start from AU$462.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yep, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

The closest beach to Summer Lodge Country House Hotel is West Bay Beach (18.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Summer Lodge Country House Hotel have a pool?

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

No, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 106 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was excellent and everyone looking after us added extra touches that went above and beyond for myself, my husband and our chocolate lab.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

frederic

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but can be better 🙂
Very nice place to visit, warm and stylish with wonderful food and service. Place where you can relax and enjoy a peaceful countryside life. Cottage room are very nice with own fire plce and comfy bed but smells old and damp would be nice to have some better ventilation there. Same as swimming pool and jacuzzi nice pool but very shallow, once you in jacuzzi is hard to breathe due to chlorine and bad ventilation. Pet friendly but if you with a pet you have only option to stay in the cottage rather than main hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
This hotel completely exceeded our expectations. We love this place. Every little detail is looked into and the final result is just incredible. We will definitely be returning. Fabulous and friendly staff where literally NOTHING is too much trouble, rooms clean and gorgeous and food, tasty and beautifully presented. There is literally nothing that you can criticise about this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marina

Travelled with partner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hardip

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Lovely relaxing peaceful stay in lovely grounds and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanusha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing 😍
It was an amazing weekend. This was going to be a solo trip, but then a friend joined me at the last minute. They were so accommodating. It surpassed all expectations. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The location is in the middle of nowhere, so there’s nothing to do around the property. But, it’s perfect to completely disconnect from the world. Close to Jurassic Coast. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

DJ

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Revolut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bathroom is freezing…. Except that the hotel is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, in a lovely Dorset village
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Khalid, Doha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food and staff. Always made to feel valued when you stay at Summer Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
OVERPRICED
The staff were amazing , room very small & bathroom even smaller no full size bath , only 1 chair in room , plugs in wardrobe & not beside the bed , breakfast was amazing quality & service , disappointed with the spa not being within the hotel so you had to walk through the car park & up to it , so no wearing slippers & robes to get to it , also the size of the changing rooms were tiny with only 1 changing room , sauna only big enough for 2 people , pool was great & jacuzzi, but that’s because it was only my husband & another couple , wouldn’t like to be there when busy . For £650 for 2 nights with breakfast felt it was not worth the money and have stayed in a lot cheaper hotels with better rooms & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend break
Lovely location. Nice hotel with comfortable rooms. Food and service outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay we really enjoyed our selfs. Everything is expensive but these types of hotels are a treat for us and I found it worth the extra !, By far one of out good 3 hotels to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend Break in October
Lovely weekend break - friendly attentive staff, great food, good wine and a nice room in one of the edge of site cottages complete with a working fireplace and a huge copper tub in the bathroom. Made good use of the spa facilities. I am sure we will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most enjoyable stay
Had a 2 night relaxing stay. Were a few problems with original room we booked. This was quickly resolved. Bea was extremely professional and helpful in all matters. Breakfast and dinner was excellent. All staff very friendly and most helpful. We felt ‘cosseted’. Gardens beautiful and relaxing. Spa land pool looked lovely although did not use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Summer Lodge Review 25-27 Aug 21
Superb - only improvement required is poor drainage with en-suite sink and bathroom very dated in design and decor. Needs modernising. Noticed that majority of clientele quite elderly, would be beneficial to have tiled walk in showers. Everything else really good and we thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service, as always. Nothing was too much trouble and the food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay
We had an amazing stay it’s such a beautiful old home which has been converted with much love and care The staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021