Summer Lodge Country House Hotel

Had the most wonderful meal at Summer Lodge this evening. Everything we ate was both pleasing to the eye and mouth wateringly good . The chef came to our table to describe the Turbot dish, highly recommended. And then proceeded to serve the accompanying sauce. Max was outstandingly attentive and knowledgeable throughout. Enjoyed it so much we shall return on Saturday

An excellent day at this beautiful hotel, quintessentially English with impeccable service. We stayed in room number 19 a courtyard suite which we were upgraded to from a superior king, upon arrival we were greeted at our car by a lovely man with an umbrella as it was raining, he escorted us to reception. We were slightly early but our room was ready and we were checked in speedily shortly after getting into our room. We were welcomed with a glass of champagne cocktail. It was an anniversary overnight stay and our room was furnished with a happy anniversary pillow and happy anniversary chocolates this was a lovely surprise. Our room opened out onto a small courtyard with two sunbeds, this area was very useful for our dogs last thing at night. Our morning breakfast was in the breakfast room, which is a delightful room beautifully furnished, our breakfast was leisurely and very tasty and the staff could not do enough for us. The spa is a beautiful building a few steps away from the hotel. The indoor pool is a lovely temperature and there are beds around the pool in order to have a lazy day. We didn’t use the treatments from the spa as we didn’t have enough time, but the treatment menu , was reasonably priced and many treatments to choose from. We had dinner at the Acorn pub which is also owned by the hotel. The staff here are also very friendly and kind. They also allow dogs. We will definitely be back to Summer Lodge one day in the future. Thank you to everyone who made our stay SO special.

We have visited summer lodge many times over the years and even had our son’s wedding reception there. This time unfortunately will be the last time for us. We didn’t feel at all valued as returning customers. We felt particularly embarrassed and saddened to be chased by a waiter at our car. We had handed over our Xmas voucher upon arrival so had in essence prepaid our meal - my son & I went to wait in the car for my hubby at the end of the meal. I said to the reception can you make sure he doesn’t forget his coat and she said she would. So imagine our surprise, embarrassment and sadness to have the car window knocked and stated you have left without paying madam!! When he could clearly see only two of the three people he had just served sat in the car. Whether the receptionist hadn’t handed over the voucher on arrival we weren’t sure but she didn’t say anything as we left! It just all felt very unsavoury and very embarrassing. Better communication all round needed to avoid similar situation but for us we wouldn’t return for the hurt & embarrassment caused to a returning customer of many years standing

Fantastic! Stayed here recently and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Pool and spa were very comfortable and of a high standard throughout. Food was excellent and the waiters were very friendly and entertaining, whilst remaining totally professional. Indeed, we found all staff (with no exceptions) to be very friendly, professional, attentive and helpful at all times. The main thing we noticed was that they paid attention to the small stuff - not just drinks on arrival, but lots of nice small touches along the way that made a real difference. It was lovely to find somewhere that still believed in the many “little touches” that made the stay memorable to us, that so many places no longer bother with. Will be staying again before too long...

What a fantastic stay. My wife and family stayed for my wife's 60th Birthday weekend. We stayed in the garden suite. Amazing room. The fantastic bathroom and extra space to host the start of the party, before dinner, was brilliant. The special menu created for our birthday celebration was amazing. So many thoughtful touches by the hotel team. Everyone in the team contributed towards making this a special event for my wife. Alex was attentive and attention to detail was perfect. This was followed up by Phil and his restaurant team, who just gave perfect service. We can only say, thank you, thank you.

Very welcoming and comfortable stay - place exudes quality and history, Nothing was too much bother. We were looked after in an understated way. The Spa was equally as accommodating very professionally run clean and well equipped. Classic hotel in beautiful Dorset village.