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Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa is tucked away in the picturesque village of Evershot in the heart of the beautiful Dorset Downs. A Georgian Manor House, made famous by its links with the literary giant Thomas Hardy, Summer Lodge has been completely and sympathetically restored to the highest of standards throughout, following major refurbishment in 2004. Each of the 24 bedrooms have been individually designed and furnished with lavish fabrics, state-of-the-art technology and a host of thoughtful extras to make your stay extra special.
One of Dorset's Community Champions 2011
Clement Robert, our Assistant Sommelier, is the Chaine des Rotisseur's 2010 'Best Young Sommelier in the World'
One of the three Best Hotels in the UK for Food - Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2010
On Tatler's 2009 list of the 101 Best Spas in the World
Dorset Restaurant of the Year - Taste of Dorset 2011 & 2009 Awards
Best Cheese Board in Britain - The British Cheese Society Awards 2010
Sunday Times - Britain's Top 100 Restaurants 2010 - 27th in the UK, 2nd in the South West, 10th Best Wine List
Conde Nast Johansens 2010 Awards for Excellence - Most Excellent Service in the UK & Ireland
Recognised as Gold Standard Award Investors in People - the first company to gain this award on a worldwide basis
| Room / Unit Type | Capacity | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|---|
| Suite en suite bathroom | 2 | from £185.00 to £255.00 per person (breakfast included) |
| Double en suite | 2 | from £92.50 to £190.00 per person (breakfast included) |
| Single en suite | 1 | from £115.00 to £165.00 per person (breakfast included) |
| Twin en suite bathroom | 2 | from £160.00 per person (breakfast included) |
• All rates are per room per night and are inclusive of:- - Full English Breakfast - Use of the gym, sauna, whirlpool and heated conservatory-enclosed swimming pool - VAT @ the current rate • If you prefer to stay on a half-board basis (tariff available on request), then your rate is inclusive of the above as well as:- - 3 course set menu (The a la carte menu is also available at a supplement) • Dining options include: - Set menu Luncheon - £25 for 3 courses - Evening a la Carte Menu - Evening Tasting Menu - £75.00 - Evening Tasting Menu with classic wines - £150.00 - Evening Tasting Menu with prestigious wines - £200.00 - Snack and Light Meals Menu, some items available 24 hours - Children’s Menu – Luncheon and Dinner • Traditional Afternoon Tea - £19.50, Cream Tea - £12.00 • Children’s cot at £25.00 per night • Extra bed for children at £50.00 per night on Room and Breakfast basis. Extra bedding provided for children will be in the form of a rollaway bed • Children under 12 years will eat for free, excluding room service. A children’s menu is available • Children under 12 years will be entitled to 50% off when dining from the A la carte menu. Children’s portions are available • Dogs at £20.00 per night. Menu of organic food is available • Guests are liable for the full amount of their reservation for days not re-let when less than 48 hours notice of cancellation is given • Rates are subject to change without prior notice. Minimum night stays may apply at certain times • Dress for dinner is smart casual. Shorts, sandals and T-shirts are not permitted. Jackets for gentlemen are preferred • Service is not included in any tariff
* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
From M3
Take M3 to jct. Exit onto the A303 and after approx 65 miles (at the Sparkford Roundabout) follow Sherbourne B1348 onto the A359. At Yeovil take the A37 for Dorchester and after 9 miles turn right at the sign for Evershot. The hotel entrance is in Summer Lane. Ample parking is available.
From Dorchester or Yeovil Junction
There are fast services (approx 2 hours) from London Waterloo to either Dorchester (South) or Yeovil Junction. Contact the hotel to arrange a transfer from either station. A taxi takes approximately 20 minutes.