Apple Tree Lodge

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

5 Customer Review(s)

Miss Blanco Montero
December 2020

“Heaven, such a charming wooden lodge, everything you need and more, including bbq and outdoor pizza oven Amy (owner) is ever so friendly and the breakfast pack was delicious, also a nice bottle or prosecco and doggie treats.”

The land and lakes are beautiful and so peaceful, we are already booking for next year See you soon Amy.

- Miss Blanco Montero, December 2020
Mrs Sheppard October 2020

“Downstairs loo flush needs repairing.”

Assumed, as there were only 2 of us in the booking that we were a couple, so only made up the double bed - this was not the case. Much appreciated sausages, bacon and black pudding in fridge for us - assumed we were meat eaters (we are, but no vegetarian alternative). Also provided bottle of wine and eggs. Lots of cobwebs and some live spiders and dust - not the best deep clean. Overall, really pleased with the property, just a couple of minor points.

- Mrs Sheppard, October 2020
Mr Edmonds September 2020

“Second visit.”

Best welcome pack ever experienced, from flowers to black pudding. Very secluded and peaceful. Dog friendly. Lovely walks round lakes and woodland. Plenty to see from kingfishers to rarer woodland plants. Hosts nearby and readily available if needed. Access roads quite narrow, but adequate. Local drivers patient and courteous. Four good supermarkets available within four miles. Good pubs in surrounding villages.

- Mr Edmonds, September 2020
Mr Jeffery July 2020

“Completely glorious place to stay!”

!! perfection!

- Mr Jeffery, July 2020
Ms Young February 2020

“Lovely holiday home.”

We were left ingredients for a fry up in the fridge, as well as chocolate and prosecco, which was an appreciated extra. We arrived in storm Dennis, so the weather was not the best, but the house was heated well. The kitchen is snug, but has everything you need, including a dishwasher with cleaning products supplied. As we holidayed in February, we did not make use of the outside facilities, but they were available. Would definitely recommend and will hopefully return.

- Ms Young, February 2020
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The property

Apple Tree Lodge can be found nestled amidst within 15 acres of woodland and surrounded by rolling countryside, just a short distance away from the bustling town of Gillingham.

This unique accommodation is set on the picturesque Whistly Waters, offering the ideal base for a family rural retreat to this part of Dorset.

After an action-packed afternoon, be welcomed into the real home-from-home open-plan living room where you will find everything you could possibly need during a week-long break.

The hub of the home comes with an inviting sitting area with a Freesat TV, a formal dining space and a well-equipped kitchen where you can cater your own delicious meals.

To catch your rest in between your Dorset adventures, find a well-presented double bedroom on the ground-floor, whilst upstairs there is a twin bedroom and a single bedroom resting in the eaves of the property.

If the weather is on your side, spend a moment or two upon the decked area and light up the BBQ as you admire the surrounding views with a glass of something refreshing in hand.

For those feeling active, look forward to exploring the 15 acres of land, where you will find opportunities for canoeing, fishing and pitch and putt.

For local amenities, head to Gillingham where you will find a selection of shops and eateries, as well as an interesting museum.

Alternatively, travel slightly further afield to the charming town of Shaftesbury or explore the landscape of the AONB.

Apple Tree Lodge is an outstanding retreat for exploring the coast and countryside of Dorset.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x twin, 1 x single
Ground floor bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC, first floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Electric heating, electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for pizza oven inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample off-road parking
Decking with furniture, gas BBQ and pizza oven, 15 acres of land with lakes
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2.5 miles.

About the location

GILLINGHAM

Shaftesbury 5 miles.

A small bustling North Dorset market town in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, well served by a good selection of local shops, inns, restaurants, and a direct rail link from London to the West Country. The town was immortalised by John Constable's famous painting of The Old Town Bridge, which now hangs in the Tate Gallery. The Blackmore Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is part of the Stour Valley, vividly depicted by Thomas Hardy in Tess of The D'Urbervilles, as 'Vale of the little dairies', with lush green countryside and a 'patchwork quilt' of fields. The area abounds with pretty rural walks and offers numerous National Trust properties and historic houses within a short drive, such as Stourhead, Longleat and Wilton, whilst the wonderful Dorset Heritage Coast is also an easy drive.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Christmas

Gillingham, Dorset (Ref. 970181)

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Reviews

“Heaven, such a charming wooden lodge, everything you need and more, including bbq and outdoor pizza oven Amy (owner) is ever so friendly and the breakfast pack was delicious, also a nice bottle or prosecco and doggie treats.”

“Downstairs loo flush needs repairing.”

“Second visit.”

“Completely glorious place to stay!”

“Lovely holiday home.”

The property

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About the location

GILLINGHAM