Summer Lodge
Evershot, Dorset, England
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About the Hotel
Arriving at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa feels like stepping into a Thomas Hardy novel. That might be because the author is in its bones: An architect by profession, Hardy helped his friend, the 6th Earl of Ilchester, draw up the plans for the addition to the 18th century dower house. You won’t want to miss traditional afternoon tea, served daily in the glass-walled conservatory or drawing room and accompanied by homemade scones, strawberry jam and Dorset clotted cream. For an even more quintessential English experience, don a pair of Wellies and go for a romp through the adjacent 600-acre deer park (or if you’re artistically inclined, the lodge will set you up with painting supplies to capture the beauty of the idyllic landscape).
Location
Summer Lodge
9 Fore Street
Evershot, Dorset, England
DT2 0JR
Nearest Airport: BOH
Features and Amenities
Reviews for Summer Lodge
We enjoyed an exquisitely delicious lunch to celebrate my wife's birthday and received great hospitality and service. A very spe
A fantastic lunch, delicious food and wine in the most civilised surroundings. Courteous and attentive service without being overbearing.
STEPHENJ889 - Wareham, United Kingdom
Three nights at Summer Lodge in Dorset with our Westies Gabby & Ruby
First trip away in 9 years as we approach the end of life. A truly memorable occasion in a 5 star hotel taking our little westies away for the first time. They could not have done enough for us to make our 3 night stay on B&B and Evening meal better. Stunning grounds, great pub, superb food, and quite honestly the very best place I have ever stayed at for a short break. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. My wifes 79th birthday was made special by all these incredible people that run the hotel and my dogs got 5 start treatment. Lovely walks around in a charming village that took us back in time. I have been on many top class cruise ships in my time but this place made them look ordinary. Maybe we will still be alive in a few years to go again but for now we are reeling with 3 days of great memory and food to die for!
David Nicholas J - Salisbury, United Kingdom
Great stay!!
Service was exceptional the rooms are superbly decorated very spacious, quiet and comfortable. The outside grounds and surrounding area is lovely and we had a lovely time as well at their pub the Acorn .
Tom W - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Excellent Relaxing Spa Experience.
We had a lovely relaxing Spa Experience. The facilities were very good and the team made us feel very welcome and relaxed. The gluten and dairy free Cream Tea was perfect.
Susan B - Dorchester, United Kingdom
Superb
We stayed for the weekend. It’s an absolutely amazing hotel. All of the staff are incredibly attentive. Hotel has a lovely atmosphere. Food in the restaurant stunning. Cannot fault it at all. The whole dining experience just wonderful. Lovely cosy bar areas. We had a beautiful and comfy room. Spa is also very relaxing. We will definitely return one day for another treat . This was our third visit .
freespiritDorset - Dorset
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