Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat - Lytchett Minster

Private lodge retreat with hot tubs and forest access in Lytchett Minster

Amenities

Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat offers free EV charging at reception for guests. A mobile fish and chip van visits the park every Thursday evening, serving fresh cod and gluten-free options. The site is secured with an ANPR barrier and has a bus stop at the entrance for route 40 to Poole and Swanage.

Accommodation

The lodges at Wareham Forest Retreat have private decking, with some including a hot tub maintained daily by staff. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a 5-ring gas hob, oven, and wine cooler, plus a washer/dryer and dishwasher. Bedrooms come with built-in wardrobes, TVs, and en-suite showers; dog-friendly lodges include a dog welcome pack.

Location

Wareham Forest Lodge is set in a quiet forest area, 11 km from Poole Harbour and 12 km from Corfe Castle. Monkey World is 13 km away, and Bournemouth International Centre is 18 km. A bus stop at the park entrance provides access to Swanage and Poole without a car.

Dining

The park has no on-site restaurant, but the Claypipe Inn is a short walk away (booking essential). A chip van visits every Thursday from 7 to 7:15 pm, with gluten-free batter options available. Guests can stock up at Asda Express (2 km) or Sainsbury's in Wareham centre.

Family & Pets

Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat is dog-friendly, with lodges that include a welcome pack for dogs and a designated picnic area. Travel cots and high chairs are available to hire, and the park has a child-safe environment with no main road inside. A forest walk with a bridle path starts at the back of the site, suitable for all ages.

• Accommodation: Lodges with hot tubs and private decking
• Facilities: Free EV charging and chip van on Thursdays
• Location: 10 minutes from Poole, 12 km from Corfe Castle
• Dining: Claypipe Inn 10 minutes drive, chip van on Thursdays
• Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly lodges with welcome pack