Oakdene Lodge
ID: S1327476
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 7
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Oakdene Lodge is a spacious, well-equipped cottage ideal for families, groups, and dog owners, offering a warm and homely atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the generous welcome touches, helpful hosts, and the secure garden. The property is well located for exploring Dorset and nearby attractions, with a good pub and countryside walks close by. While most found the cottage clean and comfortable, a few noted areas needing deeper cleaning or updating. Overall, guests enjoyed a relaxing and memorable stay, appreciating the thoughtful details and excellent amenities.
Most guests found the property clean, fresh, and welcoming, with positive mentions of cleanliness in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedding. However, a few reviews noted cobwebs, dirty floors, and some furniture needing a deep clean, indicating occasional lapses.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Wimborne, Poole, countryside walks, and a local pub. Some mention the busy road and parking being a short walk away, but overall, guests found the setting convenient and peaceful.
Guests appreciated the spacious layout, comfortable beds, and multiple lounges, making it suitable for families and groups. Some found the beds small or less comfortable, and noted a steep staircase, but most found the cottage cosy and relaxing.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with a large kitchen, games, piano, fireplaces, and secure garden. Some maintenance issues were mentioned, such as temperamental showers and outdoor furniture needing attention, but overall facilities were excellent.
Guests frequently mention generous welcome packs including homemade cake, fruit, milk, and Prosecco, as well as fresh flowers and dog treats. Hosts are described as attentive and helpful. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Ideal for couples or families who want to explore Dorset and further afield, Oakdene Lodge makes the perfect base..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Cinema Surround System, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Living room 2: Freeview TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds, Freeview TV
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner and open fire included. Cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Large enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Conveniently located just back off the road, this homely and comfortable semi-detached property is in a semi rural location, perfect for exploring this ever popular area. With Wimborne, Bournemouth, Salisbury, Ringwood, Fordingbridge and the New Forest all within easy access, there is something for everyone, all year round. Oakdene Lodge has an extensive enclosed lawned garden and a sitting-out area under a canopy of wisteria, plus private parking. There is a property attached which is occasionally used by the owner, and a wooded area to the back of the garden. Inside, there are features such as an open fire, parquet floors in the living areas and slate tiled floor in the farmhouse style kitchen/dining room. As well as the large main living room, there is a separate sitting room with table and cosy wood burner.
Oakdene Lodge is located near to Moors Valley Country Park, which is great for all ages and is also dog-friendly. As well as scenic walks and excellent wildlife spotting, there are many recreational activities such as orienteering, cycle hire, angling, horse riding, GoApe Treetop Adventure, Segway and more! Avon Heath and Queens Copse are other nearby walking areas. There is a ski centre in the area as well as other activities including clay pigeon shooting, quad biking, golf and fishing. There is a lovely thatched roof pub/restaurant about a 5-minute walk away. Many holidaymakers visit The New Forest National Park where you can see the free-roaming ponies, donkeys and cattle, and enjoy off-road walking, riding and cycling. The quaint market town of Fordingbridge is close by with its famous stone bridge and fine arches, plenty of shops, pubs, a café and riverside location to enjoy. The priory town of Christchurch is also a short journey away with its beautiful harbour. Oakdene is in an ideal location for leaving the car and exploring close by attractions by foot.
Close by is a waterpark and both market towns of Wimborne and Ringwood are a short drive away, which also have a selection of shops, pubs and eateries. The coastline with its beaches at Bournemouth and Poole is within easy reach, as is the city of Salisbury with its medieval cathedral. There are many places of interest for the family to visit, including Marwell Zoological Park, New Forest Otter and Owl Wildlife Park or a day out at Beaulieu Motor Museum to name but a few places of interest nearby. Further afield, but worth the trip are Stonehenge, Monkey World and the Tank Museum near Wool and Southampton with its maritime history and West Quay shopping centre. There is much to visit further afield, in particular the unspoilt countryside of Dorset, famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast from West Bay, Bridport and on to Weymouth with its superb scenery and coastal walking. Spend a day at Lyme Regis with its harbour, renowned Cobb, beach and shops and enjoy fossil hunting, boating, swimming and fishing. There are many historic houses to visit in particular Forde Abbey and Gardens, or family attractions such as Pecorama, the quarries at Beer, or inland at the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton which is an adventure in itself. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub/restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (20)
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Confirmed Guest
We had a great stay for a week in July. The owners were very kind leaving a large cake, along with a lot of fruit and prosecco. I don't believe we've stayed at a cottage thats kitted out with so many items, there were endless tea, coffee, toilet paper, dishwasher tablets etc etc. The cottage is exactly how it looks on the listing. We expected the furniture to be slightly dated, however whilst the bathrooms, bedding and towels were very clean, there was a lot of cobwebs in the corners and the floor was quite dirty. The pub less than a 5 minute walk was fantastic, there's moors valley country park within 15 minutes walk which saves a lot on parking. I would recommend staying!
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Sian
The cottage was as last time, everything you could ask for. The hosts looked after us wonderfully as they did before. We hope to be back sometime in the future.
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Howard Barlow
Loved it. Plenty of space, lots of rooms, bathrooms. Very generous welcome pack - fruit, prosecco, milk, delicious cake. Owners very helpful. Loved the little ponies. Warm, spacious, great relaxing house and garden. Walk to nearby Wood etc. Pub nearby for food and drink and amenities nearby great.. Wimborne, Ringwood, Poole and so on. 5 star review thoroughly deserved.