Live And Love, Dorchester

Dorset. Sleeps up to 7

A contemporary property with floor to ceiling windows ideal for taking in the lakeside aspect suitable for up to seven guests.  Situated in this Dorset coastal countryside spot, Live & Love enjoys a private decking area perched right on the water’s edge, and with your own private jetty and lawn you’ll find it hard to tempt your guests off the water and indoors!

Despite the tempting tranquillity of the water, guests will find plenty of spaces to relax and unwind inside the effortless style and home-like interior of Live & Love.  The open plan kitchen living area is a great space to catch-up over a glass of wine in front of the wood-burning stove whilst enjoying the lakeside views of Wakeling Island.  With soft furnishings and a flat screen TV, this is a home from home with a well-equipped kitchen to fulfill all you need to host from double ovens to a pod machine for that morning coffee.  

Up to the first floor you will find further opportunity to drink in the lakeside views with two double bedrooms, one with en-suite, a family bathroom and a versatile third bedroom with bottom double bunk bed and truckle pull out.

Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine and a BBQ on the property’s private decking or cosying up by the fire on the comfortable sofas of the living area, Live & Love offers an idyllic waterside holiday home to make unforgettable memories.

There is something for everyone at the Silverlake activity hub from tennis courts to paddle boarding, whilst those looking to relax and unwind can head for a restorative swim and sauna at the shared pool and spa.  Surrounded by the Dorset heathlands, where in the summer wild ponies roam, the house is within reaching distance of the stunning Jurassic Coastline and its glorious beaches, the perfect spot to enjoy all the county has to offer.

The Silverlake country estate offers luxury accommodation in the peace and calm of the freshwater lakes and sweeping countryside views that surround it.  Rest, revive and recharge at the Hurricane Spa by reclining in the heated infinity pool after enjoying a massage or facial in one of the treatment rooms.  Take in the surrounding beauty of the idyllic lakeside views from the spa’s own private beach or blow off steam in state-of the art gym.  

The property’s proximity to the neighbouring lakes means it will be hard to entice yourself away from the water, with kayaks, paddleboards and fishing aplenty.  For those who prefer to stay on dry land why not zip wire over the water instead?  Or grab a bike and take the family off for beautiful bike ride on the wider estate stopping off for a picnic in a tranquil spot whilst nature spotting the local birds and wildlife.
The beautiful county of Dorset is a popular tourist spot, an area known for its rolling dales, protected heathlands and breath-taking UNESCO-heritage Jurassic coastline. The property is within reaching distance of fabulous beaches, including the beautiful shingle Ringsted Bay, which at low tide reveals a wide expanse of sand.  It is the perfect beach for quiet and calm surrounded by neighbouring farmlands.   For those who like to get out and explore the stunning countryside, we recommend a visit to Moreton Forest with a range of tree-filled walks amongst the towering conifers.   

A trip to the Smuggler’s Inn, a historic 13th Century pub with unbeatable sea views of the Isle of Portland is an absolute must with an excellent selection of ales to sample and delicious food, the perfect spot for a pitstop after a lovely scenic stroll.
If you’re looking to take in the area’s fascinating history then you won’t be disappointed with the thousand-year-old Corfe Castle, a majestic ruin established by William the Conqueror, just a short drive away.   Fans of Thomas Hardy can visit Dorchester’s Dorset Museum which houses the largest Hardy Collection in the world, bequeathed by his wife Florence.  Just thirty minutes away, is the picturesque town of Poole, here you can hop on a ferry and visit neighbouring islands or soak up the sunrays on the near-by golden beaches at Sandbanks and Bournemouth.  A visit to the colourful Lighthouse Arts Centre offers art exhibitions, theatre and film then why not finish off the day with some locally caught fish and chips on the beach.

Other close-by towns which are well worth a visit include the charming county town of Weymouth with its recognisable Georgian seafront and the lively market towns of Bridport and Lyme Regis. The famous Durdle Door, a natural limestone arch, is just a twenty-minute car journey away and is a must-visit while in the area.