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1 / 10
Overall, it wasn't the peaceful, private retreat we expected.
Hosts were lovely. Cabin was well done inside. Bed was comfy
We booked Sika Lodge because the Booking.com listing described it as a detached apartment with a private entrance, garden, garden views and an outdoor fireplace. We were looking for a peaceful, private woodland retreat.
Unfortunately, our experience didn't match the listing. The advertised outdoor fireplace wasn't available, and the biggest issue was the lack of privacy. Although described as detached with a private garden, the rear garden is on the route to a separately rented sauna, with dozens of people walking past every day (particularly uncomfortable when you are trying to relax in a sauna). We were asked for directions, someone even opened our back gate by mistake, and every window except the bathroom was overlooked by either the hosts, gardening staff or sauna guests. The listing photos also don't show how overlooked the garden is, including from a large events space and the neighbouring garden where people were regularly working only a few metres away.
We were woken at 7:45 am one morning by the hosts' daughter shouting and riding an electric bike around the cabin, and on another evening staff were working beside the cabin until around 10:30 pm. The nearby road was also much noisier than expected, with constant traffic noise, and there was construction across the road one evening until around 9:30 pm.
The cabin itself was pleasant and well done, however considering the price we paid, we didn't feel it represented good value for money, it wasn't the secluded woodland escape the photos led us to expect. Had the level of overlooking, foot traffic and surrounding activity been made clear, we would have booked elsewhere. We ended up leaving early.
8 / 10
Wareham Forest. Mountain biking and bird spotting.
A lovely little lodge in the middle of Wareham forest. Nice pub across the road. Hot tub and great outdoor space. Great owners.
The hot tub needs a temp gauge!
9 / 10
Excellent, great location, nice pub across the road. Rob and Rachel were very helpful and friendly.
Clean, private, comfy bed and everything you need in the kitchen.
Was all good.
10 / 10
A peaceful forest break
The location is beautiful, right on the edge of the forest with the hot tub under the trees. The wooden lodge itself is lovely.
Can’t think of much to improve but I wish I’d brought some slippers or flip flops with me to wear inside the lodge.
A lovely little lodge in the middle of Wareham forest. Nice pub across the road. Hot tub and great outdoor space. Great owners.
The hot tub needs a temp gauge!
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
Clean, private, comfy bed and everything you need in the kitchen.
Was all good.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2023
The location is beautiful, right on the edge of the forest with the hot tub under the trees. The wooden lodge itself is lovely.
Can’t think of much to improve but I wish I’d brought some slippers or flip flops with me to wear inside the lodge.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2023
Sika Lodge was fantastic - we particularly enjoyed the outside space which was secure for our dog to run around freely and we loved having a BBQ and outdoor fire in the evening. Inside was comfortable and spacious, with all of the amenities we needed for a long weekend. The hosts were friendly and available if needed but in no way overbearing which we really appreciated.
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this apartment rental
Comfortable Living Space
Amenities
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Garden
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Purbeck District
Ratings and reviews
7.4 / 10
Good(4 Ratings)
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8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2023
A lovely little lodge in the middle of Wareham forest. Nice pub across the road. Hot tub and great outdoor space. Great owners.
The hot tub needs a temp gauge!
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
Clean, private, comfy bed and everything you need in the kitchen.
Was all good.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2023
The location is beautiful, right on the edge of the forest with the hot tub under the trees. The wooden lodge itself is lovely.
Can’t think of much to improve but I wish I’d brought some slippers or flip flops with me to wear inside the lodge.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2023
Sika Lodge was fantastic - we particularly enjoyed the outside space which was secure for our dog to run around freely and we loved having a BBQ and outdoor fire in the evening. Inside was comfortable and spacious, with all of the amenities we needed for a long weekend. The hosts were friendly and available if needed but in no way overbearing which we really appreciated.
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7.4Good
(4 Ratings)
"The location is beautiful, right on the edge of the forest with the hot tub under the trees. The wooden lodge itself is lovely."
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