Agua de Plata in Dorchester | Stunning Dorset Group Cottage

About Agua de Plata

Agua de Plata at 16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake is a detached lakeside home sleeping 8 guests in four bedrooms. Located on the exclusive Silverlake Estate in Dorset, this property offers groups direct canal access to the lake via their own private jetty. The home features access to on-site swimming pool and gym facilities perfect for larger groups.

The Silverlake Estate sits in beautiful Dorset countryside. This peaceful location provides wildlife watching opportunities and nature walks. The estate offers a tranquil environment away from busy areas.

Accommodation includes two king-size bedrooms with en-suite walk-in showers and TVs, plus two bunk bed rooms suitable for children and adults. Three bathrooms serve the property including a family bathroom with bath and shower. The open-plan living area seats 8 guests and features a woodburning stove, Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon. The kitchen includes electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and wine chiller.

Groups can visit Weymouth beaches (7 miles, 15 minutes), explore Maiden Castle ancient hill fort (8 miles, 20 minutes), discover Dorchester town centre (6 miles, 15 minutes) and reach the famous Durdle Door (25 miles, 45 minutes).

This lakeside retreat with private jetty access suits families and friend groups wanting peaceful surroundings with resort facilities. Book Agua de Plata, 16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake for an unforgettable group break.

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Need To Know

✓Underfloor gas central heating
✓Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller and washer/dryer
✓Smart tv with netflix and amazon
✓Wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Starter pack for woodburning stove upon request
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available
✓Private parking for 2 cars
✓Rear garden with lawned area, decking, and furniture, with direct canal access to lake via own jetty
✓Sorry, no pets
✓No smoking
✓Shop 1 mile, pub 2.1 miles
✓Note: the garden is not enclosed, please supervise children at all times
✓Note: guests have access to a range of on-site facilities, including a gym & health spa, swimming pool, watersports, and tennis courts
✓Up to 31/7/26, entrance to the swimming pool, spa, gym and bar are via a swipe card, which is kept in the property, loss of which will incur a £25 administration fee
✓Please note from 1st august 2026, a brand new spa, pool and dining facility will be open for guests
✓Additionally, access to the new spa and pool will not be free
✓Everyone that uses will need to payable on site
✓When the new spa opens, the existing gym will regrettablty also close to guests
✓A new gym is scheduled to open for guests in 2027
✓Note:
✓Please note, the property will be decorated for christmas season

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Agua de Plata

Lakeside Location with Private Jetty

Direct canal access to the lake via your own private jetty for fishing and water activities.

On-site Swimming Pool and Gym

Access to resort facilities including swimming pool and fully equipped gym for all guests.

Spacious Open-Plan Living

Open-plan living area with dining for 8 guests and cosy woodburning stove for group gatherings.

Four Bedrooms Sleep Eight

Two king-size rooms with en-suites plus two bunk rooms accommodate groups of eight comfortably.

Peaceful Dorset Estate Setting

Tranquil Silverlake Estate location perfect for wildlife watching and nature walks with children.

Modern Kitchen Facilities

Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, wine chiller and washer/dryer for self-catering group holidays.

Getting To Agua de Plata

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Agua de Plata, 16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake by car, take the A35 towards Dorchester and follow signs to the Silverlake Estate. The property is easily accessible with convenient off-road parking for two cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Dorchester South, just a short taxi ride away from the accommodation. From there, it's a scenic journey through Dorset countryside to your lakeside retreat.

Off-road parking for two cars

Dorchester South station (6 miles)

Easily accessible from the A35

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Maiden Castle

Distance: 8 miles

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Weymouth Beach

Distance: 7 miles

DT4 8ED

Durdle Door

Distance: 25 miles

BH20 5PU

Hardy's Cottage

Distance: 12 miles

DT2 8QJ

Abbotsbury Swannery

Distance: 15 miles

DT3 4JG

Chesil Beach

Distance: 12 miles

DT3 4ED

Dorchester Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DT1 1BE

Weymouth Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

DT4 8TR

Bridport Market

Distance: 18 miles

DT6 3LF

Dorchester South Station

Distance: 6 miles

DT1 1QU

Local Village Shop

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 8GA

Nearest Pub

Distance: 2.1 miles

DT2 8QB

Maiden Castle

Distance: 8 miles

DT1 2DJ

Weymouth Beach

Distance: 7 miles

DT4 8ED

Durdle Door

Distance: 25 miles

BH20 5PU

Hardy's Cottage

Distance: 12 miles

DT2 8QJ

Abbotsbury Swannery

Distance: 15 miles

DT3 4JG

Chesil Beach

Distance: 12 miles

DT3 4ED

Dorchester Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DT1 1BE

Weymouth Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

DT4 8TR

Bridport Market

Distance: 18 miles

DT6 3LF

Dorchester South Station

Distance: 6 miles

DT1 1QU

Local Village Shop

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 8GA

Nearest Pub

Distance: 2.1 miles

DT2 8QB

Is Agua de Plata Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children love the bunk bed rooms and on-site swimming pool access. The private jetty provides safe water activities and fishing opportunities. The estate's peaceful grounds offer wildlife spotting and nature exploration. Smart TV includes Netflix and Amazon for entertainment.

Groups Will Love...

The on-site swimming pool and gym facilities make this perfect for groups. Everyone can enjoy swimming sessions together while the gym provides fitness options. The resort-style amenities mean groups don't need to leave the estate for entertainment and activities.

Pet Friendly

This property does not allow pets. The Silverlake Estate maintains a strict no-pets policy across all accommodation. Groups travelling with pets will need to find alternative arrangements or consider pet-free holidays for this beautiful lakeside location.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Agua de Plata

The Kings Arms

Located 2.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 8QB

Silverlake Coffee Bar

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 8GA

The New Inn

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 7AX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Agua de Plata

Is the property suitable for large groups?

Yes, Agua de Plata sleeps 8 guests across four bedrooms with spacious open-plan living areas. The property includes access to on-site swimming pool and gym facilities perfect for group activities.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. The Silverlake Estate maintains a no-pets policy across all accommodation.

What kitchen facilities are available?

The kitchen includes electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and wine chiller. There's also a washer/dryer for longer stays and dining space for 8 guests.

What bedrooms are available?

Two king-size bedrooms each have en-suite walk-in showers and TVs. Two additional rooms have bunk beds suitable for children and adults.

What bathroom facilities are there?

Three bathrooms serve the property including a family bathroom with bath and shower. There's also a ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

What entertainment is provided?

The living area features Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon access. There's also a woodburning stove and access to on-site swimming pool and gym facilities.

Is parking available?

Yes, private parking for two cars is provided. The property is easily accessible from main roads with convenient off-road parking spaces.

What's included in the booking?

Bed linen and towels are included in the rental. WiFi broadband is provided along with access to all on-site resort facilities including swimming pool and gym.

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Agua de Plata Reviews

Jonathan

Our stay at Agua de Plata was wonderful. We genuinely could have stayed at the house and around the village all week but we did want to have a few day trips out! This is a really unique place to stay. We loved paddle boarding and walking around the islands. The house itself is spacious and very comfortable. The only downside was using the door passes to access the Hurricane health spa only to be told by a rather unfriendly bunch of staff that the facility is only for residents. We were dismissed and sent to the Firefly complex on another part of the estate. That was fine but even here it was not straightforward getting a swim slot as we did not receive a booking link for the facility. This information needs updating in the property information as it took us a while to work out what we could use and what we couldn't and how to do it all. All was fine once we had though. We really do recommend the house and hope to back!

Natasha

Well above our expectations. Beautifully presented and clean property in an idyllic setting. Lovely extra touches like the welcome Dorset groceries. We will definitely be coming back for a longer stay.

Jessica

Wow, what a week! We wanted peace and quiet and thats exactly what we got. It felt like home from home, with everything you need. The house was extremely comfortable. We met some neighbours who were all very welcoming. The world stopped for us for the week while we connected as a familywalking, swimming, exploring, and eating lots in front of the lovely fire. Only a few points to mention we couldnt access Netflix upstairs in the rooms, but I know if we had messaged the owners they would have sorted it straight away. We also noticed a CCTV camera on the nextdoor property which looks to point directly onto the back garden space of this property. This did make me feel uneasy with children, and we wouldnt have enjoyed the garden if it was summer. This is not a reflection on this property though, as everything has been thought ofeven down to the torches on the landing! Book you wont be disappointed Thank you, we will be sure to come back.

Sharon

We absolutely loved the house. Very comfortable and had almost everything you needed for your stay. The island is lovely, scenery is amazing. Facilities on site were great! We were very comfortable here and will book to come back in a few months. We wee sad to leave!

My wife and stayed here for a week at the beginning of September, just after the school summer holiday. There were 5 adults. Agua de Plata provides a perfect base to relax and to explore the Silverlake Estate and nearby coastal walks and beaches. At Silverlake we swam in the main lake, made use of the free kayaks, regularly swam in the heated pool and used the gym and sauna. The beds were comfortable and gave us all a good nights sleep, and the downstairs kitchen lounge diner was perfect for a relaxing family time together. Silverlake itself is so peaceful, and during our evening walks we came across flocks of geese, Roe deer, Bats and running Hares. There were very minor issues with cleanliness at Agua de Plata which I've raised with the owner, but these wouldn't stop us from returning, or recommending.

We had a fantastic stay the house absolutely lived up to our expectations! Silverlake is a hidden gem peaceful, spotlessly clean, and feels incredibly safe. Its just a lovely place to be. Although the canal at the bottom of the garden had dried up due to the long hot summer, it didnt take away from the charm of the setting. Just a headsup the pool is quite small and doesnt have a deep end which could be a plus or minus depending on your preference, but excitingly, it looks like theyre building a brandnew additional one for next year! The highlight for us was definitely the beach and lake absolutely perfect for paddleboarding and swimming.

Michelle

We booked last minute and we was not disappointed, absolutely wonderful place to ... We booked last minute and we was not disappointed, absolutely wonderful place to relax and unwind, facilities in the property were all high standard, we had the best night sleep, facilities on Silverlake were fantastic, we will definitely return thank you David and family

Excellent place to stay Beautiful environment The accommodation had ... Excellent place to stay Beautiful environment The accommodation had everything we needed and the spa was a definite plus Thank you

The house was in a beautiful setting. We were there first week of June after half term and it was lovely and quiet. The water ways and nature all around made our holiday. There is so much to do in this part of Dorset plus all the things to do on site. The swimming pool is heated and usually they never are that warm but this one was so made it lovely to use even on the cold windy days.

We had a great stay at Agua de Plata. Lots of information provided by property owners ahead of arrival. Great accommodation and nice area to visit.

Wonderful break in a smashing property on a fantastic location, perfect for us all. Everything we wanted, we will return. Thank you David for your prompt response, rest assured we will tell our friends and family about our lovely stay.

Angela

Loved it. Thank you so much. Beautiful place. Everything we needed. Wed love to come again.

Maureen

Would have appreciated a bedside lamp in all of the bedrooms not just the master and in the lounge area too. Not everyone wants to have overhead lights on in the evening when they are relaxing.

Andrew

We are just returning from a week's holiday in 16 Wakeling Island. We had a such a lovely stay with our 4 children thoroughly enjoying all of the facilities and sports' equipment on offer. It was great having such easy access to the canal to make use of our own paddle board too. The house was super clean with everything we needed for our stay enabling us to cook for our family for the duration. Owing to the un favourable weather and also the excitement of the England football matches we were also delighted to make use of the comforts of the living area, games and TV screen. We really enjoyed the walks and exploring the wildlife. All in all, we really enjoyed our trip.

Beautiful house in a very tranquil environment, house had everything we needed for our stay, close to some of the most beautiful areas of the country. The resort had a lovely gym and pool that we were able to use and the coffee bar made some amazing cocktails. The lady at the bar was very polite and happy to help with anything

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Agua de Plata, Dorchester

About Agua de Plata

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Lakeside Location with Private Jetty

On-site Swimming Pool and Gym

Spacious Open-Plan Living

Four Bedrooms Sleep Eight

Peaceful Dorset Estate Setting

Modern Kitchen Facilities

Getting To Agua de Plata

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Agua de Plata Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Kings Arms

Silverlake Coffee Bar

The New Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Agua de Plata Reviews