The Shooting Lodge in Essex | Group Cottages Dorset

About The Shooting Lodge

The Shooting Lodge is a stunning 4-bedroom holiday home in Wrackleford, Dorset. This rural retreat sleeps 8 guests across spacious accommodation. Perfect for larger groups, it features a fully-equipped billiards room and an enormous dining table seating 10. The open-plan living area includes an inglenook fireplace and circular snug in the turret.

Set in glorious Dorset countryside, the property sits 3 miles from Dorchester. Accessed via a chalk track across farmland, guests enjoy complete seclusion surrounded by breathtaking views. The location offers easy access to the Jurassic Coast.

Accommodation includes the Rose Room with king-size bed and internal balcony, plus three twin rooms that convert to super-kings. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities. The ground floor features Stalkers Room and Beaters Room, while first floor houses Rose Room and Honeysuckle Room. A private Tower Room accessed via spiral staircase provides additional relaxation space.

Groups can visit Bovington Tank Museum (15 minutes), Monkey World (20 minutes), Durdle Door (25 minutes) and Lulworth Cove (30 minutes). Thomas Hardy's Cottage and Maiden Castle offer historical interest nearby.

The Shooting Lodge combines rural tranquillity with group entertainment. Ideal for families and friends seeking countryside escape with modern amenities and space to gather or find quiet corners.

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Need To Know

✓Sleeps: 8
✓Bathrooms: 4
✓Bird Watching
✓Cycling
✓Walking
✓Lodge
✓WiFi
✓DH Starter Pack
✓Dog Free
✓Ground Floor Bedroom
✓Baby Welcome
✓On Site Parking
✓Pub Nearby
✓Children Welcome

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Shooting Lodge

Fully-equipped billiards room

Perfect entertainment for groups with 3/4 sized table and comfortable bench seating

Enormous dining table seating 10

Ideal centerpiece for family meals and board game nights that bring everyone together

Complete countryside seclusion

Accessed via chalk track offering total disconnection from outside world with stunning views

Flexible bedroom arrangements

Twin beds zip and link to super-kings accommodating different group sleeping preferences

Open fires in multiple rooms

Cosy inglenook fireplace in sitting area plus additional fire in billiards room

Private Tower Room retreat

Unique spiral staircase access to quiet space with sofa and armchair for relaxation

Getting To The Shooting Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Shooting Lodge by car, head to Wrackleford near Dorchester in Dorset. The property is accessed via a chalk track across farmland, providing a scenic approach to your countryside retreat with parking for up to 5 cars on the gravelled driveway.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Dorchester South, approximately 3 miles away. From there, you can take a taxi to the lodge or arrange car hire for the duration of your stay to explore the beautiful Dorset countryside.

Parking for up to 5 cars on gravelled driveway

Dorchester South station (3 miles)

Accessed via scenic chalk track through farmland

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bovington Tank Museum

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 6JG

Monkey World

Distance: 12 miles

BH20 6HH

Durdle Door

Distance: 15 miles

BH20 5PU

Maiden Castle

Distance: 4 miles

DT2 9PP

Hardy's Cottage

Distance: 6 miles

DT2 8QJ

Clouds Hill

Distance: 10 miles

BH20 7NQ

Dorchester Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

DT1 1BE

Poundbury Village

Distance: 4 miles

DT1 3GA

Weymouth Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

DT4 8TR

Dorchester South Station

Distance: 3 miles

DT1 1QU

Stratton Village

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 9WG

Max Gate

Distance: 4 miles

DT1 2AA

Bovington Tank Museum

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 6JG

Monkey World

Distance: 12 miles

BH20 6HH

Durdle Door

Distance: 15 miles

BH20 5PU

Maiden Castle

Distance: 4 miles

DT2 9PP

Hardy's Cottage

Distance: 6 miles

DT2 8QJ

Clouds Hill

Distance: 10 miles

BH20 7NQ

Dorchester Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

DT1 1BE

Poundbury Village

Distance: 4 miles

DT1 3GA

Weymouth Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

DT4 8TR

Dorchester South Station

Distance: 3 miles

DT1 1QU

Stratton Village

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 9WG

Max Gate

Distance: 4 miles

DT1 2AA

Is The Shooting Lodge Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The Shooting Lodge offers excellent facilities for children including the billiards room for entertainment and large lawn area for outdoor play. The dining terrace and BBQ facilities are perfect for family meals. However, parents should note the spiral staircase to the Tower Room and open fires require supervision for younger children's safety.

Groups Will Love...

The fully-equipped billiards room stands out as the property's premier group feature. This dedicated entertainment space includes a 3/4 sized billiard table with bench seating and its own open fire. Combined with the enormous dining table seating 10, these facilities create perfect spaces for group bonding and entertainment throughout your stay.

Pet Friendly

The Shooting Lodge operates a strict no-pets policy and does not welcome any animals. This policy ensures the property maintains its pristine condition and prevents any issues for guests with allergies. Groups travelling with pets will need to consider alternative accommodation or arrange separate pet care during their Dorset countryside break.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Shooting Lodge

The King's Arms

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 9WG

The Gamekeeper Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 9PS

Rajpoot Indian Restaurant

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT1 1BE

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Shooting Lodge

How many people does The Shooting Lodge sleep?

The property sleeps 8 guests across 4 bedrooms with flexible twin or super-king bed arrangements. All bedrooms have private en-suite bathroom facilities.

Is The Shooting Lodge pet friendly?

No, pets are not permitted at this property. The lodge maintains a strict no-pets policy for all bookings.

What entertainment facilities are available for groups?

The lodge features a fully-equipped billiards room with 3/4 sized table and bench seating. There's also a large dining table seating 10 perfect for board games and group activities.

How many cars can park at the property?

The gravelled driveway provides parking for up to 5 cars. This generous parking allocation makes it ideal for larger group bookings arriving in multiple vehicles.

What cooking facilities are provided?

The well-equipped kitchen includes a catering gas cooker, large fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and Bosch Tassimo coffee machine. Perfect for preparing meals for larger groups with ample storage and cooking capacity.

Are there outdoor spaces for groups?

Yes, the property features a large lawn area, dining terrace with table and chairs, BBQ facilities and carved wood seating. The outdoor spaces complement the indoor areas perfectly for group gatherings.

What are the bedroom arrangements?

The Rose Room has a king-size bed, while Stalkers, Beaters and Honeysuckle rooms have twin beds that zip and link to super-kings. All rooms include bedside tables, storage and private en-suite facilities.

How isolated is the location?

The lodge is accessed via a chalk track across farmland providing complete seclusion. Despite the rural setting, it's only 3 miles from Dorchester and within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast.