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Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Property preview
Indoor spa tub
Garden
Lounge
Located in the historical district, this peaceful retreat features beautiful gardens and a welcoming library. Travelers can book rejuvenating massages or manicure/pedicure services at the spa, then savor a satisfying lunch or dinner at the restaurant on the property.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Double Room (Cosy) | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room (Cosy)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 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 linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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 linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Courtyard) | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Master 1 Bedroom) | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (Master 1 Bedroom)

Highlights

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

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Cottage (Ivy) | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Cottage (Ivy)

Highlights

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

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Exterior

Suite (Duplex Cottage )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room (Family)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite (Garden) | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Garden)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
9 Forestreet, Evershot, Dorchester, England, DT2 0JR

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Mapperton Gardens - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • West Bay Beach - 27 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 41 min drive - 23.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cilla & Camilla - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rest And Welcome Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Luxury hotel in the historical district
Consider a stay at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Indulge in reflexology, a body wrap, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and an electric car charging station
  • Laundry services, massage treatment rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel feature perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Tennis lessons

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 elevator
  • 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 organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

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

Entertainment

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

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 at the property
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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number CMP62944

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Summer Lodge Country House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Summer Lodge Country House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Summer Lodge Country House Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this luxury hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Clay Pigeon Raceway and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mapperton Gardens and Cerne Abbas Giant are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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