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Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

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Nestled in the historical district, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a lush garden and library. Unwind with a massage or manicure/pedicure at the spa, then enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • DVD player
$263 nightly
The total price is $316
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
Tackle tasks at the conference space or in-room desks, then indulge in spa treatments. Tennis courts and nearby golfing offer active breaks.
British cuisine delight
Savor British dishes or cocktails at this hotel. Vegan options, in-room champagne, and intimate private dining await guests.
Blissful spa escape
Full-service spa with aromatherapy and hot stone massages in private or couples rooms. Sauna, hot tub, and garden complete this wellness haven.

Room options

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

Double Room (Cosy)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Twin Room (King/Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Principal)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite (Courtyard)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)

  • Garden view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Cottage (Ivy)

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Exterior

Suite (Duplex Cottage )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Double Room (Cosy)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room (Family)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite (Garden)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 45 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 57 min drive - 51.6 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 58 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Durdle Door - 65 min drive - 50.5 km

Getting around

  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 89 min drive
  • Chetnole Station - 9 min drive
  • Maiden Newton Station - 10 min drive
  • Thornford Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The New Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Giant Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Greyhound Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Located near a train station, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Dorchester. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Tennis lessons
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (291 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Renewable energy used
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

The onsite 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.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number CMP62944

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Summer Lodge Country House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities such as cycling, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Summer Lodge Country House Hotel also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Summer Lodge Country House Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.

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Reviews

Summer Lodge Country House Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel's pool was a great facility, excellent and enjoyable for a swim and jacuzzi experience. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and exceptional. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff and room was fabulous. Lovely food and a lovely relaxing birthday thank you
Rupert, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay, we had an upgrade to a classic room, which was a lovely gesture. Couple of issues with the gym but a nice stay overall. Restaurant very pricey
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Warm and welcoming with great rooms, great food, great bar and lounge areas and friendly, relaxed environment. Can recommend for a delightful stay. 🤗
Steve, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room with all those lovely little extras. Excellent very helpful staff in all departments. Dinner was exceptional and superb breakfast. Can't wait to visit again
Ronald, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was lovely. Amazing food and drinks. Really lovely staff always greeting us with a smile. I would happily return to Summer Lodge.
Malcolm, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and quaint hotel near the coast. Very friendly staff, beautiful and comfortable king size 4 poster bed and an enormous claw-foot tub! A delicious breakfast was also included!
John P, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Exvellent relaxed, friendly hotel. Great for four legged friends!
Kelly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful 3 days, well looked after by friendly helpful staff
Angela, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was so beautiful, staff were excellent, best service I have had in a long time. Worth every penny and hope to go back soon!
monica, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and wonderful food , lovely stay
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We treated ourselves to a stay at Summer Lodge to cebrate our Wedding Anniversary. We were greeted by friendly, professional and attentive staff. Our room was spotless and included two welcoming cocktails - much appreciated. Before dinner, we went for a swim in the hotel's pool and used their jacuzzi - an excellent facility which was even more enjoyable as we had the pool to ourselves! Dinner was superb and reflected the chef's high standards. Summer Lodge is not cheap but you are paying for quality. Overall we were delighted with this outstanding stay.
Warwick, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful hotel - of a bygone age - sloping floors, padded walls, beautiful gardens, amazing staff. Great swimming pool. Just perfect.
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay, the service was excellent, the staff were attentive and welcoming
Christian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Impeccable service and beautiful hotel

The staff at the hotel went above and beyond, the service was impeccable. The hotel itself was beautiful, inside and out, and the food was wonderful. We really couldn’t have asked for more. Definitely going back soon!
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A special place to stay and recharge. So friendly and so welcoming.
Finbarr, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing and relaxing stay at Summer lodge. We also enjoyed the beautiful walk around the area. We loved the food and the staff service. The short bread are delicious and I would love to buy more to have at home. We would return for another great stay. Thank you.
Ianda, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Old fashioned hotel with old fashioned values. All staff very pleasant & helpful. Attention to detail of freebies provided in the room was excellent. Would definitely recommend
Tyrone, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

First class

Extremely enjoyable stay in a first class hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff; old fashioned courtesy; excellent breakfasts; lovely grounds.
Neil, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms comfortable and well equipped. There is no lift but they have excellent rooms/suites at ground level. Lounge and dining service were superb and the food very good. A good sized indoor swimming pool. What not to like.
Victor, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Just book it! Lovely hotel!

What an absolutely lovely hotel. The staff are so friendly and the service impeccable. Our room was so large and the bed was the most comfortable ever! Absolute star of the show is the restaurant in the evening. This is Michelin star worthy food. Totally unexpected and absolutely delicious. We were sad not to have more time here as we didn’t have a chance to use the spa or explore the grounds (which looked gorgeous). I can’t recommend this hotel enough.
Miss, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hardy Country visit

All staff very helpful. Very comfortable and large room with lots of additional seating. Lovely view of the gardens. Breakfast was adequate but seemed short of staff to keep things topped up. Excellent walking through nearby estate. Dinner was good in main restaurant but somewhat odd in that some diners had a different menu to choose from and were very casually dressed. Went to associated pub for dinner on second evening which was very good.
Dave, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Piotr, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Overly Stuffy

Our room was over the checkin area and we could hear people talking from our room. The room was good and very clean with excellent linens. Though it was a cool day it was difficult to cool the room for sleeping. All in all the room was fine. Our experience in the restaurant was not so good. For dinner the formality of the staff was overdone. Too many people hovering over us the entire meal. Flavors were not to our taste but that maybe others would find them interesting. The worst was our breakfast experience. The server delivered porridge to me and didn't bring a spoon. I used the small spoon with the coffee which was fine. However, the server returned and asked where the spoon was that was used. I told him he didn't bring one which obviously upset him. The utensils are apparently silver plated which is again an attempt to be fancy but overdone. The rest of the food at breakfast was really good but the accusation of theft ruined the entertainment experience. Maybe it is just my preference but I expected a relaxed experience in the country which turned out to be stuffy and anything but relaxing.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hugely restful and luxurious 24-hour break

I have been to Summer Lodge in the past but only to the dog-friendly whiskey bar for pre-prandials before the main course at the dog-friendly Acorn Inn (luscious dinner) over the road (which is part of the same hotel group). This visit was with my fairy godmother, as a treat / R&R after a particularly hard time for both of us. It was absolutely just what the doctor ordered. The understated luxury of the room, the excellent breakfast (those eggs! like manna), the spa, which has a sauna - yay! - the walks nearby as well as the local bakery all combined to make 24 hours seem as if it were 3 days' rest. The staff were delightful: accommodating, interesting, efficient, kind. I would, however, suggest to Red Carnation that they make the whiskey bar more comfortable - the seating is rather hard apart from two big upright chairs more suitable for blokes than for petite women, and the lighting was rather bright until we asked for it to be dimmed. It would also be a good idea for them to set aside a section of the dining room / conservatory and front lounge for guests with well-behaved dogs on leads. Even though the hotel is dog-friendly (yay!) and even though there is a fee for bringing a dog, we were nevertheless excluded from using these lovely bright, beautiful and comfortable areas of the hotel. Speaking of dogs - we LOVED the special treats and beds and towels for them, along with an outside dog bath - very useful after mucky walks. I can hardly wait to return...
Kelly, 1-night trip