
Rawlsbury Lodge is a single-storey luxury lodge in Ansty village near Dorchester, Dorset. Set among mature pine trees, it has a Norwegian feel with uninterrupted views across rolling Dorset countryside. A stream runs through the grounds. Rated 5 out of 5 and a Customers' Choice 2022 winner, this lodge is decorated and furnished to the highest standard with tasteful interiors throughout.
The Dorset countryside surrounds you here. The Jurassic World Heritage Coast is a short drive away. Lyme Regis with its fishing harbour and independent shops is within easy reach. Dorchester is close by and there's a pub just 200 yards away. Beaches are 15 miles out.
The lodge sleeps 4 across two bedrooms. Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed with an en-suite shower room.
Rawlsbury Lodge is a single-storey luxury lodge in Ansty village near Dorchester, Dorset. Set among mature pine trees, it has a Norwegian feel with uninterrupted views across rolling Dorset countryside. A stream runs through the grounds. Rated 5 out of 5 and a Customers' Choice 2022 winner, this lodge is decorated and furnished to the highest standard with tasteful interiors throughout.
The Dorset countryside surrounds you here. The Jurassic World Heritage Coast is a short drive away. Lyme Regis with its fishing harbour and independent shops is within easy reach. Dorchester is close by and there's a pub just 200 yards away. Beaches are 15 miles out.
The lodge sleeps 4 across two bedrooms. Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed with an en-suite shower room. Bedroom 2 has a zip-and-link kingsize bed convertible to two singles. The open plan living area features an imposing vaulted ceiling a woodburner and bi-fold doors onto the decking. Parking for 3 cars on site. One pet welcome.
Nearby: Lyme Regis (18 miles, 35 mins), Durdle Door (12 miles, 25 mins), Cerne Abbas Giant (6 miles, 12 mins) and Maiden Castle (8 miles, 18 mins).
Rawlsbury Lodge suits couples and small families wanting quality accommodation in rural Dorset. A private hot tub for four and a woodburner make this a brilliant year-round retreat.
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A bubbling private hot tub on the spacious decking seats four people. Perfect after a day exploring the Dorset coast and countryside.
The open plan living area has an imposing vaulted ceiling with bi-fold doors opening directly onto the decked outdoor area.
A woodburner sits in the living space with initial logs included. Ideal for cosy evenings in after long days out.
Mature pine trees surround the lodge giving it a Scandinavian atmosphere and a real sense of privacy and seclusion.
A pub is within 200 yards of the lodge. No need to drive for an evening meal or a drink after a walk.
The Jurassic World Heritage Coast is a short drive away with golden and pebble beaches just 15 miles from the lodge.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Rawlsbury Lodge by car, head towards the village of Ansty near Dorchester in Dorset. The lodge has private on-site parking for up to three cars and is set within a cluster of lodges among mature pine trees.
The nearest railway station is Dorchester South, approximately 9 miles from Ansty. From there a taxi or hire car will get you to the lodge in around 20 minutes.
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