Summer Lodge Hotel & Spa
Summer Lodge is a country house hotel in the Dorset village of Evershot, set in the rolling countryside of Thomas Hardy's Wessex. The house was once the Dower House of the Earls of Ilchester, and its stone walls, climbing roses and quiet gardens still carry that history.
Inside, the elegance is warm and unhurried. Country house bedrooms look out over the grounds, and the spa and long dinners are the heart of a stay. Outdoors, there is a tennis court for a morning game before breakfast or a lazy afternoon rally. Families and groups can turn it into a friendly tournament.
Heritage, hospitality and the best of Dorset, in one beautiful house.
A Dorset country house of rare charm, where history, hospitality and the finer things in life come together.
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Tennis at Summer Lodge
Opal Tennis is proud to partner with Summer Lodge, one of Dorset's most celebrated country house hotels, to bring exceptional tennis to its guests.
Our friendly, experienced coaches are on hand to help guests of every level enjoy the game during their stay. Beginners are welcome, and seasoned players can sharpen their skills. Sessions can be one-to-one, in small groups or built around your own party.
Few settings suit tennis better than this corner of Dorset, with its birdsong, soft light and views over the gardens. Coaching is relaxed and personal, and it's easy to fit around the rest of your day. You can book a lesson for a morning of focused practice, arrange a doubles game with friends or organise a light-hearted family tournament.
It's a lovely way to keep active, improve your game and enjoy Summer Lodge to the full.