Roman Lodge

4.6★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

24 Customer Review(s)

Jennifer
October 2024

“Absolutely loved this gorgeous lodge.”

The road up to it is a little bit rocky but well worth it to stay in such a stunning place. One afternoon there was a power cut and a lovely neighbour came to tell us about it so we could plan ahead. A great community on the doorstep it seems. The lodge was comfortable with stylish features and decor. Beds were super comfy. A superb base for all of Dorset’s lovely places to visit. A walk to the Smuggler’s Inn where we had a fabulous Sunday roast was just perfect. A visit to Durdle Door is ...

The road up to it is a little bit rocky but well worth it to stay in such a stunning place. One afternoon there was a power cut and a lovely neighbour came to tell us about it so we could plan ahead. A great community on the doorstep it seems. The lodge was comfortable with stylish features and decor. Beds were super comfy. A superb base for all of Dorset’s lovely places to visit. A walk to the Smuggler’s Inn where we had a fabulous Sunday roast was just perfect. A visit to Durdle Door is worth every penny of the price to park there. Wishing Well tea rooms in Upwey are well worth a visit. Lovely gardens and food. I am sure we will be back. Thank you! Would move in if I could!

- Jennifer, October 2024
Sam August 2024

“The location is exactly why we booked this lodge with 3 Children and 3 adults however, throughout the one week duration of our holiday some housekeeping observations will prevent us from re-booking this property in the future.”

There was mould on the clean dishes airer placed on the sink drainer. Previous occupiers food debris in areas such as the oven, biscuits barrel and Fridge. There was a build up of dirty in the fridge which let’s face it, who wishes to have their fresh food contaminated with who knows what?! The shower room and bath evidently had been wiped quickly not deep cleaned so to speak ready for our arrival. We know this as for example; the shower had a build up of others hair and scum, black mould growing and I wouldn’t use the extractor if you do decide to book as it’s filthy dirty! Yes our children were expected to use these facilities

- Sam, August 2024

Thank you for letting us know your experience following your stay at Roman Lodge. We're sorry to see the experience you have reported in your feedback but we do hope you have had an enjoyable stay in Dorset and the surrounding areas. If you choose to stay with us again, please do contact our teams to let us know if you do find any issues at the property as our teams are on hand 7 days a week to rectify any issues you may find and to assist wherever possible. ~ Dream Cottages Property Owner
Rachael August 2024

“We had a lovely stay - the property was quiet and peaceful - very comfortable beds.”

Great for teh dog, and very pleased we discovered Ringstead beach, which was so easy to get to from the cottage, and was brilliant for the dog.

- Rachael, August 2024
Lucie August 2024

“We were really impressed upon arrival at Roman Lodge - what a lovely place to stay!”

The house had everything you could need for a coastal holiday. The house was spotlessly clean and tidy. More than enough space for everyone. We enjoyed the games and puzzles that were there for us to make use of. The outside space was a bonus too. The only minor point was that the track up to the turning for the house was quite uneven and rough to drive up. Having said that, it didn't take away from the lovely week we had there. We would definitely book again if we ever head back down that way.

- Lucie, August 2024
Angela July 2024

“The wow factor!”

We have just had a wonderful week away at this gorgeous property with our three teenage children and dog. Location was more than just a base for exploring the Jurassic coast. It was lovely to chill out here in the sunshine and enjoy the peace and tranquility. Weymouth beach is 5 mins away and there weee so many places to have breakfast lunch or dinner. Smugglers Inn, Craig’s Dairy and the look out to name a few. The property was clean well thought out private and just stunning. We will definitely be returning and can’t recommend Roman Lodge highly enough. Our stay was amazing.

- Angela, July 2024
Ismene July 2024

“Everything was great but the only major item missing from the kitchen was a coffee machine.”

A small nespresso or even cafetiere or filter machine would have been appreciated.

- Ismene, July 2024
Julie July 2024

“We had a fab time at the lodge.”

It has everything you need, feels modern, well equipped, comfortable sofa and beds, great location for walks and attractions not far to drive. A hot tub would have been nice :-) my only negative feedback would be the road leading to the lodge had many deep potholes which was not ideal.

- Julie, July 2024
Brendan June 2024

“Lovely Lodge.”

Excellent location and really comfortable

- Brendan, June 2024
Robert May 2024

“Lovely property for all your holiday needs .”

The garden was not as enclosed as expected but luckily we had a dog that doesn't run off . The track road leading upto property driveway is not one you want to drive up and down when dark as would damage your car .

- Robert, May 2024
Louise. May 2024

“It was lovely and had everything we needed.”

Ten out of ten

- Louise., May 2024
Susan May 2024

“It was clean and cosy and peaceful enjoyed our stay and thinking about booking next year everythink you needed was there”

- Susan, May 2024
Debbie April 2024

“This is our second stay in Roman lodge.”

It’s a lovely property and very comfortable! It’s situated in a quiet rural location and all you hear is the sound of birds in the woods. The property is in a great location to explore Weymouth and Dorset as a whole. The property was clean, tidy and had everything you needed for your stay. Only minor point to include in the booking information is the track to the property is not suitable for low slung cars. It’s more than pot holes and if you haven’t visited the house before or visiting late at night you could cause damage to the car. This isn’t the owners fault but just worth an FYI. Thanks for a lovely stay will happily come back again!

- Debbie, April 2024
Nicola March 2024

“Perfectly private, peaceful and accessible for both walks and drives into the town centre.”

Lovely space, well equipped, modern with all we needed. Just perfect

- Nicola, March 2024
Claire February 2024

“I wasn’t made to feel welcome.”

. property was very cold on arrival, fridge and oven turned off so had to work it out .. and then noisy building works operating on the property directly on site which meant I could not enjoy a Cup of tea in the garden when I came home or had to leave the property by 8:30am to avoid the noise. It would have been cautious to have been warned of this before my booking as I was trying to have a tranquil break which is what the booking advertised.

- Claire, February 2024
Debbie October 2023

“Roman lodge was a lovely stay.”

The property is in a very quiet location which is perfect for relaxing but still close enough to Weymouth and all the facilities you need. The lodge itself was very comfortable, the space was well thought out. The beds and bedding were proper quality. We rate this property very highly. Only a couple of suggestions which are minor would be a second tv in one of the bedrooms, the fridge freezer needs a defrost which is understandable due to the busy season not having time to be done- could a small stand up freezer be provided or something on the kitchen counter? And finally another one of those delightful lounge chairs which are the most wonderful chairs we’ve sat in! Overall a stunning stay and we will return

- Debbie, October 2023
Carolyn Anne October 2023

“An ideal location and very comfortable and spacious property that was ideal for our needs.”

Extremely clean and also very warm and light, we would certainly return, thank you!

- Carolyn Anne, October 2023
Brenda September 2023

“Lovely property and had everything you needed for a home from home break.”

Location was great, easy to get to lots of sights. Would definitely recommend and will hope to rebook ourselves in the future.

- Brenda, September 2023
Samantha August 2023

“The lodge was very clean and fitted to a high standard.”

We had a wonderful stay in Osmington and the lodge provided the perfect base for us to travel to our favourite beaches, including Ringstead Bay and Studland. We also enjoyed the walk to Sutton Poyntz to the Springhead and to the Smugglers Inn.

- Samantha, August 2023
Rachael July 2023

“The cottage we stayed at was perfect for our needs.”

There were three in our party, plus a dog, but we could have easily taken six. We walked straight out of the cottage and right into the countryside from the front door. Because we had the dog, we were not so bothered about spending time on the beach, and really enjoyed the country walks. It was possible to walk to the beach from the cottage, but it was a little bit of a trek, and wouldn't have been easy with a family. However, very easy access for driving to all of Dorset's local attractions - Abbotsbury, Jurassic coast, Ringstead Lulworth Cove/Durdle Door. It was very easy to have the dog there - there is a stated preference for animals not to go upstairs, but it was quite easy to block the stairs off to prevent this. The area surrounding the cottage was pretty much enclosed - while we wouldn't have left the dog wandering around by herself (as she might have found a way out), while we were sitting in the garden, it was very easy to keep her safe. The cottage was in a very secluded location, so it wasn't a big worry if the dog barked occasionally. The house had all the ameneties (TV with lots of channels & streaming services, dishwasher, two bathrooms, indoor & outdoor eating areas, patio furniture, board games, books) we needed to entertain us if it was raining , or if we stayed in in the evening, or if we wanted to sit outside enjoying the sunshine. The beds were really comfortable, and we all slept well. The Smuggler's Inn pub was very easy to walk to, and does great food, & has an enormous outdoor seating area. There was a handy village shop & a farm shop within 5 mins walk, & small local supermarkets were a close drive nearby. We had a very enjoyable stay, and will be back.

- Rachael, July 2023
Richard April 2023

“Perfect location and nice and quiet”

- Richard, April 2023
Claire April 2023

“Lovely clean and cosy lodge which was well equipped and close to plenty to do.”

In a peaceful and pretty location with good walks from the door. Only improvement I would suggest are hooks on the back of the bathroom doors.

- Claire, April 2023
Leonard October 2022

“The impression I got from the property was that it was designed to maximise profit above comfort.”

It slept 6 but...... 1.Comfortable space for only three on settee (one siting sideways to TV). 2.Inadequate fridge space to feed 6 but OK for the two of us. 3. The Ice box in the fridge was completely iced up (no auto defost???) Bedrooms were very comfortable It would have been a very much better holiday if the space had been configured so that the whole of the ground floor was living space with a decent sized kitchen with fridge freezer and fitted drawers as cupboard space. On a personal note, we are both in our late 80's and bending over to reach into the low-level cupboards (and fridge) was difficult.

- Leonard, October 2022
David June 2022

“Lovely place and whilst we enjoyed our stay we were disappointed at not being able to have doors open as the area outside was not secure for our dog.”

- David, June 2022
Karen May 2022

“We had a fantastic stay at Roman Lodge.”

It is ideally situated, not far from Weymouth and close to Lulworth Cove and Durdle door. The lodge is clean and comfortable and well set out for a family holiday. A great holiday!

- Karen, May 2022

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating
Electric oven and hob, micorwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher
TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed rear garden with patio and furniture
One well-behaved dog is welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1.6 miles, beach 1.3 miles
Note: Check-in is 4pm and check-out is 10am

The property

Preston 1.3 miles.

Roman Lodge, a three-bedroom property in Osmington, Dorset, is suitable for families.

It is tastefully furnished and features an open-plan living room with all the necessities for a self-catering stay.

The house is just a short drive from the beach, where you can relax and enjoy a day in the sun, as well as the hamlet of Preston's attractions.

This pet-friendly home features two off-street parking spaces and an enclosed courtyard to enjoy the sunshine.

Step inside to the entrance hallway, where you can store your shoes before venturing off to explore your charming surroundings.

Discover the open-plan living area, where you can relax on the corner sofa with a cup of tea while watching your favourite shows on the television.

Gather around the dining table to share meals prepared in the contemporary kitchen area, which includes an electric oven and stove.

After that, clean up the space with the dishwasher and washer/dryer, and then take in the sunset from your own private garden.

As the evening draws in, retreat inside for a fast shower on the ground floor or a relaxing soak in the first-floor family bathroom.

There are three well-appointed bedrooms to select from, including a double, a twin, and a double on the ground level, which is great for those with restricted mobility.

Start your days with a hot cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast prepared with the help of the kitchen appliances.

Sandworld Weymouth, where you can build sandcastles to your heart's content, and Weymouth Pirate Adventure Mini Golf, where you can put your way around a pirate-themed course, are both great options for family fun.

Poole is the place to go if you're searching for a beach town with a lot of character.

This picturesque town has something for everyone, from its lovely harbour and sandy beaches to its vibrant restaurants and taverns.

Brownsea Island, owned by the National Trust, is a popular tourist destination, as is the Poole Museum, which explains the town's rich history.

If you venture farther afield to Bournemouth, Bournemouth Pier, with its spectacular views of the coastline, is a terrific spot to start.

The Upper Gardens in Bournemouth are ideal for a quiet stroll, and history aficionados might visit St Peter's Church.

Choose Roman Lodge for a much-needed getaway.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

OSMINGTON

Osmington village, sits on the Jurassic coastline of Dorset, just 6 miles from Weymouth with it’s infamous beach and historic harbour and just 11 miles from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Home to the famous Chalk hillside carving of George III on horseback, cut into the hillside to commemorate the Royal visits to Weymouth, this landmark can be seen from miles away. It is also the place that John Constable spent his honeymoon in 1816 and where he completed his painting of Weymouth Bay that now hangs in the National Gallery. The South West Coastal path runs through Osmington Mills, a tiny hamlet on the edge of Osmington. Here many walkers start their coast path walks at the Smugglers inn, where reputedly there are historic connections to smuggling. Be sure to visit to find out all the stories. A short drive will see you reach a local convenience store at Preston. Weymouth offers a larger variety of shopping, eating and entertainment choices.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Absolutely loved this gorgeous lodge.”

“The location is exactly why we booked this lodge with 3 Children and 3 adults however, throughout the one week duration of our holiday some housekeeping observations will prevent us from re-booking this property in the future.”

“We had a lovely stay - the property was quiet and peaceful - very comfortable beds.”

“We were really impressed upon arrival at Roman Lodge - what a lovely place to stay!”

“The wow factor!”

“Everything was great but the only major item missing from the kitchen was a coffee machine.”

“We had a fab time at the lodge.”

“Lovely Lodge.”

“Lovely property for all your holiday needs .”

“It was lovely and had everything we needed.”

“It was clean and cosy and peaceful enjoyed our stay and thinking about booking next year everythink you needed was there”

“This is our second stay in Roman lodge.”

“Perfectly private, peaceful and accessible for both walks and drives into the town centre.”

“I wasn’t made to feel welcome.”

“Roman lodge was a lovely stay.”

“An ideal location and very comfortable and spacious property that was ideal for our needs.”

“Lovely property and had everything you needed for a home from home break.”

“The lodge was very clean and fitted to a high standard.”

“The cottage we stayed at was perfect for our needs.”

“Perfect location and nice and quiet”

“Lovely clean and cosy lodge which was well equipped and close to plenty to do.”

“The impression I got from the property was that it was designed to maximise profit above comfort.”

“Lovely place and whilst we enjoyed our stay we were disappointed at not being able to have doors open as the area outside was not secure for our dog.”

“We had a fantastic stay at Roman Lodge.”

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About the location

OSMINGTON