Dragonfly House, Dorchester

Dorset. Sleeps up to 4

Dragonfly House is a cosy mid-terrace, two-bedroom cottage nestled into the heart of Dorset’s Lakeside Estate. Boasting a beautiful, enclosed garden and contemporary open-plan living, this tranquil holiday home is the perfect escape for families, allowing kids to run and play safely, whilst adults indulge in a few well deserved luxuries.

The rental price includes full access to the Estate’s Activity Hub Membership, as well as access to the Hurricane Spa and rooftop bar, so you can enjoy all the privacy and independence of a private holiday rental, yet all the benefits of a resort style setting. Poised between Dorchester and the beautiful Lulworth Cove, the Lakeside Estate sits at the heart of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, with breath-taking scenery and vibrant nature stretching out in every direction you look.

Set over two floors, the living spaces in Dragonfly House are generous for a family of four. Downstairs, the open-plan design is bright and airy, with a fabulous fully equipped kitchen, social dining space and a cosy log burner located by the sofas. Bi-fold doors open out elegantly onto the garden, making the living space feel even bigger and creating the sense of inside-outside living, perfect for the summer months. The kitchen is well-equipped, so you can easily whip up some scrumptious meals, re-energising after all the activities you are sure to enjoy on the Estate.

Stepping upstairs, the two bedrooms offer the same bright, modern aesthetic, both providing access out to the pretty first floor balcony. The first bedroom boasts a large king-size bed and a modern en-suite bathroom. The second offers the option of either a king-size bed or twin beds, so the house can adapt to your group dynamics.

Everything about the Lakeside Estate encourages you to appreciate nature and all its wonders, be that from the roof top bar with a cocktail, from the swimming pool, or out on the trails and waterways. There are woodlands, heathlands and rolling countryside surrounding the entire Estate and with complimentary access to bikes, canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards during your stay, you can choose your means of exploring, bringing fun and adventure into every aspect of your holiday! Dragonfly House is a modern family holiday home surrounded by outstanding nature.

The dramatic Jurassic coastline plays protector to the wild heathlands and rolling dales of beautiful Dorset. It is no wonder that this captivating area has enticed filmmakers, poets, authors and artists for centuries, with visitors allured by the sweeping golden beaches, grand historic houses, cobblestone market towns and idyllic country pubs.

All around the Lakeside Estate and scattered down the Jurassic Coast there are picturesque towns to visit. From the breezy coastal town of Poole to the rich history of Dorchester and the picture postcard vistas of Lyme Regis. The Estate itself is located amidst the rugged beauty of this area, in the environs of West Dorset. Formerly the site of RAF Warmwell, the Estate boasts a rich history, offering a breath-taking space combining unspoilt nature, beautiful wildlife, and modern luxuries, so you can leave all worries behind, settling in for a holiday of complete relaxation.

Enjoying the great outdoors is all part of a stay at the Lakeside Estate, with waterways to discover, cycle pathways to relish and the rolling Dorset Countryside to explore. Whether you want to hop in a kayak, canoe, paddleboard or bike, there is something for everyone, it is a real of hub of activity! The Estate’s tennis court and 3G artificial-turf Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) in Beaumont Village offer the perfect facilities for a quick knock-about or a lively game of five-a-side football with friends and family. The views from the courts over Beaumont Lake are gorgeous, making for a tricky distraction when you are trying to hit a winning shot!

Lowland heathland is one of Britain’s most important habitats for wildlife conservation. The outer Heath is a SNCI (Site of Nature Conservation Interest) and it supports an unbelievable range of plants, birds, insects and mammals making it a remarkable place for wildlife spotting. For those eager to get close to nature, there are hundreds of acres to explore, with woodlands and hedgerows sheltering this diverse array of native wildlife. You can explore down the waterways, or by foot or bike making the most of the vast network of private footpaths.

After a busy day immersed in nature, the Estate Spa is the perfect respite. The spa has been designed to offer a tranquil sanctuary of stress-free indulgence and ultimate relaxation! There is an outdoor pool, roof terrace, sauna, gym, library and a ‘restful relaxation’ lounge for some post treatment ‘you’ time. In the peaceful, candlelit treatment rooms you can enjoy an array of luxurious treatments.

Of course, no holiday is complete without a satisfied appetite. Your holiday home offers its own kitchen for home cooked delicacies, or for a night off, there are plenty of options within the Estate and in the surrounding towns. The Hurricane Terrace and Bar is located on the roof terrace of the spa, offering bespoke cocktails inspired by the area and a variety of snacks and small plates if you are feeling peckish. The Estates traditional handmade yurt offers the perfect spot for a lazy afternoon, with an outdoor woodfired pizza oven which is often fired up by expert chefs to provide the tastiest authentic woodfired pizza using the freshest local ingredients. Hours will idle by, as you play bored games, tell stories, and get cosy by the log burning stove!

Weekly price from £980

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