Gateway and Woodland Cottages

Woodland and Gateway Cottages are situated in the grounds of Holton Lee, a charitable trust, and are set within 350 acres of diverse landscape overlooking the shores of Poole Harbour towards the Purbeck Hills.

This site of special scientific interest comprises heathland, woodland & reed-beds, sustaining a variety of wildlife including some rare and nationally significant species such as sand lizards, Dartford warblers, wood larks and hobbies. Holton Lee provides a haven of tranquillity from which guests can explore the environment.

The cottage gardens extend out onto our vast heathland, which include a reed-thatched observation hide overlooking a pond, reed-beds and Lytchett Bay, ponies grazing on the heath and a large herd of Deer, you might see deer grazing on the grass just out side your window!

We have six nature trails, for which there are information booklets available. Many paths are accessible to wheelchairs and powered chairs, and other vehicles may be hired. Also on site we have an art gallery which has changing exhibitions throughout the year, horse and cart rides, art workshops and artists’ studios. We can accommodate larger events such as weddings and are a registered for civil ceremonies.

Within a few miles of Holton Lee there are some of the best beaches in the south including Sandbanks, the National Trust site at Studland, and are well placed to enjoy England’s first natural World Heritage site The Jurassic Coast. Horse riding, cycling, golf and fishing can also be found within a few miles.

All prices quoted include, bed linen and heating (by gas central heating). Guests are requested to supply their own towels and tea towels. If you are looking for a relaxing holiday surrounded by unspoilt countryside, then our cottages could be just for you:

Gateway Cottage - catering for up to eight people is newly renovated and has a spacious open plan ground floor which consists of a well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, gas hob and oven, microwave etc. and dining area. This leads on to the lounge area with comfortable seating, TV, and CD players. Additionally on the ground floor are two twin bedrooms and a large wet room with toilet, shower and wash basin. Grab rails have also been fitted. (Both bedrooms are suitable for people with limited mobility, and a mobile hoist is also available by arrangement). All of the ground floor can be reached by step-free access, from the adjacent parking. On the first floor we have a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and bathroom. From the rear of the cottage, there is level access outside to the private patio with table and chairs, and barbecue. Next to the patio is a grassy area overlooking an enclosed wildlife pond. Enjoy views of the heathland and woodland from all aspects of the cottage! There is car parking for 2 – 3 cars.

Woodland Cottage - caters for up to 10 people (including sofa-bed) and has a cosy, sunny lounge with French doors to the garden and patio area, a dining table seating 10, sofa and armchairs and a sofa bed, TV, CD and DVD player. A well equipped kitchen/breakfast room includes dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, oven, fridge freezer etc. On the ground floor there is one twin bedroom, a large wet room with shower with toilet and basin (the wet room is also fitted with grab rails) and a bathroom (bath with shower attachment, toilet and basin). The ground floor of woodland cottage is level access throughout with step free access from outside. On the first floor there is one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms. From the French doors in the living room there is access to a large grass area private patio with BBQ, tables and chairs and plenty of car parking for 4-5 cars.

The cottages are adjacent to each other which make them an ideal venue for larger groups, or families holidaying together. For further information on Holton Lee and other facilities please visit our own web site.