16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake

About this property

16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake is a stunning, detached home with lakeside views in the beautiful Silverlake Estate in Dorset. This family-friendly property is ideal for those seeking to explore the wonders of the area and offers a range of on-site facilities, including access to a shared gym and swimming pool, making it a wonderful base for group breaks. Park up and make your way indoors, with a stylish, open-plan living space greeting you, where you can prepare meals in the fully-equipped kitchen, that includes a dishwasher, a washer/dryer and a wine chiller, a dedicated dining area for eight guests, and an inviting sitting area, with a corner sofa to sink into. Light the woodburning stove on cooler evenings, or if the sun is shining, throw open the bi-fold doors and retreat to the decked area, a haven for alfresco dining, or a BBQ, with breath-taking views of the lake on offer; if you’re feeling confident, take advantage of the canal access, leading into the nearby lake, where you can hire kayaks, paddleboards and even bicycles. Four bedrooms await upstairs; two king-size bedrooms with TVs and en-suite shower rooms, and two bunk bedrooms, suitable for both children and adults. Additional facilities are provided with a main bathroom and a downstairs cloakroom for convenience. Silverlake Dorset is a 650 acre private estate and nature reserve that is dissected with interesting wild walks where you could encounter free roaming horses, deer, rabbits, hares, otters and a variety of other animals. Take advantage of the on-site gym, swimming pool, and tennis courts for a day of fun. Bird watchers will also not be disappointed with squadrons of overflying geese and starlings. Silverlake is surrounded by some amazing gastro pubs within an easy drive or more adventurous walk. For a day at the beach, you can chose from the quiet and little known Ringstead beach and walk the south western coastal path east towards Lullworth Cove and Durdle Door or west towards Ossmington with its picturesque and very popular Smugglers Inn pub. Or visit the idyllic seaside town of Weymouth, boasting a spectacular beach, some amazing quay side restaurants and bars and a range of activities for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful escape or a more active holiday, 16 Wakeling Island, Silverlake has it all.

Once a major RAF airfield, serving an important role in World War II as a fighter base protecting coastal areas, the village of Crossways has been built on historic ground and settled in the south of Dorset, just a stone's throw from the shores of Weymouth Bay and the bustling town of Dorset. Within the village you can find several local shops and some pubs, including Spitfire Club, a lovely bar nodding towards the area's heritage. Discover more interesting history at The Tank Museum in Bovington, offering an amazing opportunity to see these large and amazing machines up close. Resting close by to the museum is a different kind of adventure at Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre; this wondrous primate sanctuary is a must-visit for any animal lovers, set in an open-air animal park. Near to Puddletown in Athelhampton is the amazing Athelhampton House & Gardens, one of England's finest Tudor manor houses with well-kept Elizabethan style gardens, with this wonderful dwelling visited by the famous Thomas Hardy many times during his writing career. Within reach of the classic seaside town of Weymouth, under ten miles away, you can delight in walks along the promenade, beachside amusements and golden sands. Find the county town of Dorchester home to a great selection of shops and eateries, with history dating back to the Iron Age and some wonderful museums and attractions documenting this. Discover a wonderful Dorset holiday base when stating in Crossways.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 2 x bunk.

Family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.

Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Underfloor gas central heating.

Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller and washer/dryer.

Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon.

WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Starter pack for woodburning stove upon request.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.

Private parking for 2 cars.

Rear garden with lawned area, decking, and furniture, with direct canal access to lake via own jetty.

Sorry, no pets.

No smoking.

Shop 1 mile, pub 2.1 miles.

Note: The garden is not enclosed, please supervise children at all times.

Note: Guests have access to a range of on-site facilities, including a gym & health spa, swimming pool, watersports, and tennis courts.

Note: Entrance to the Swimming pool, spa, gym and bar are via a swipe card, which is kept in the property, loss of which will incur a £25 administration fee.

Please note the swimming pool will be out of use until the beginning of May 2024