Dorset’s countryside sets the scene at this stylish house on a private lakeside estate, a generous base for larger families and groups of friends travelling with dogs. Four bedrooms sleep six adults and two children, and the open-plan living space opens straight onto a lawned garden where dogs can roam. Woodland and lakes surround the house, with the Jurassic Coast less than 7 miles away.
The open-plan living area spans the ground floor, where a wood burner and a Smart TV anchor the seating area, with sofas looking out to the garden. The dining table is large enough for everyone to eat convivially together, with the kitchen at the far end of the room. Stairs lead up to all four bedrooms, which provide good flexibility with two king-size bedrooms, one double and one bunk bedroom. Please note that the owner requests that dogs kindly remain downstairs. From the living area, doors open onto a generous deck, complete with a gas BBQ and furniture for al fresco dining. Beyond , a wide lawn gives space for games and for dogs to sniff about, with a gate leading through to the sculpture garden. Parking for one car sits beside the house, with further spaces in the main site car park. Facilities shared with other guests on the estate include a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, games areas, kayaking on the lake, a wellness spa and a restaurant.
Footpaths and cycle routes run through the surrounding woodland, simply perfect for an outing with the dog. Dorchester, 6 miles away, has a historic centre with shops and places to eat, while Weymouth’s seafront is 10 miles. Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Beach are within 16 miles along the world-renowned Jurassic Coast. Maiden Castle and Thomas Hardy’s Cottage lie within 7.5 miles, as does the Osmington White Horse.