Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Located in the charming village of Evershot, this four-star deluxe hotel is an ideal base for exploring the Dorset countryside, the very inspiration for many of Thomas Hardy's novels. Nearby towns include Sherborne, Dorchester, and Lyme Regis, as well as breathtaking coastal scenery. Yeovil Junction railway station is a convenient 15-minute drive away. Designed in part by Thomas Hardy and built in 1789, this beautiful manor house hotel boasts extensive private gardens, a croquet lawn, tennis court, indoor heated swimming pool, and a luxurious spa. Living up to the Relais and Châteaux motto of the 5 Cs - character, calm, charm, cuisine, and courtesy - the hotel offers 24 individually designed guest rooms and suites. Guests are welcomed in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. Amenities include a hotel safe, newspaper stand, bar, conference facilities, Wi-Fi, room service, and a car park. Laundry service and bicycle hire are also available. Each room and suite features rich fabrics, antique furniture, and an en suite bathroom with a shower, bath, and hairdryer. Double or king-size beds are available, along with a direct-dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, radio, internet access, a safe, tea and coffee making facilities, an ironing set, and a private balcony or terrace. Individually controlled air conditioning and heating ensure optimal comfort. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the indoor pool, unwind on the sun loungers, or take advantage of the gym, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and a range of massage and spa treatments. A tennis court is also available on-site, while golf enthusiasts can visit the nearby Cheddington Court Golf Club, just a 10-minute drive away.