Sika lodge – Home 5132134 Log cabin
- 1 bedroom
- 4 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Sika lodge – Home 5132134
- Log cabin
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 4
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 15 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Sika lodge is an eco friendly escape you'll never forget. Enjoying rustic luxury in a beautiful forest setting, You'll be spoilt for choice, whether you stay in & re-charge or venture out & make the most of the beautiful purbecks (many attractions, stunning local beaches, cosy pubs...it's got it all.
We offer
The Long weekender - Friday,Saturday and Sunday night £330
The Mid week escape - Monday,Tuesday,wednesday and Thursday night £330
The Full week 7 nighter - starting on a Monday or Friday £660
The lodge is suitable for a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children,
Our Changeover days are Mondays and Fridays.
Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
Bed & bathroom
- 1 Full bed, 1 Sofa beds, 2 Bunk Beds
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Private garden
- Grill
- Deck
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
We accept one well behaved dog, We ask that dogs are not left unattended and not to jump onto the beds of sofa :0)
About the owner
Robbie P.
- Calendar last updated:
- 19 Sep 2017
- Years listed:
- 11
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 19 reviews
Excellent
19 reviews
- Excellent
- 18
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“What a wonderful place!”
We were blown away by this little gem - it's exactly as described so I'm a little confused by the previous review! The beautiful wood-fired hot tub was an amazing get experience, tending t… More
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“Dissopointed......sorry!”
Dissopointed. We were given two very used /old towels on arrival even though there were 4 of us staying. No spare toilet rolls just a half used one No J.cloths or cleaning products in the kitchen (… More
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Response from the owner We were surprised and sorry to read your review and hear you were disappointed with your stay. We wish you had let us know whilst you were here and we would have rectified / explained anything right away (our house is just across the garden from the lodge and we always make a point of telling everyone to come and knock on our cottage door should you need anything at all), but as you never spoke to us – even to let us know you were leaving – so we were completely unaware that you were dissatisfied. Following your comments, we have since put in new glasses, additional utensils and new pillows in lodge. We have had numerous comments on how comfortable the bed is, so this must have been a personal preference, but we will make sure this is something we keep an eye on. The mattress has been checked and has no soiling. It is always covered with a mattress protector which is washed on every visit. We do give full instructions on how to use the compost loo (which uses 100th of the water of a conventional loo – hence it is so fantastic for the environment and such a positive for eco-minded people), but unfortunately our cleaner informed us that after your stay, they saw that you have been putting sawdust in the front part and allowing the back to get wet – this may have accounted for the smell, as we have never had any complaints previously and the barrel is changed regularly. With regards to the hot tub – we do clearly explain - both online and again in person as we did with you - that the log-fired hot-tub is an experience that requires time - it is an energy–in/energy–out endeavour – it does indeed take 5 hours to heat up (sometimes more, sometimes less, depending on the outside temperature) when you use it for the first time and then you can top it up on subsequent days with a shorter fire to enjoy again). As you rightly say this is not for everyone but those that do indulge always rave about the experience. A flick-switch place this is definitely not we design luxury at low cost to the planet, and so do not subscribe to energy-hungry electric hot-tubs, from which you also don’t get the lovely smell of cedar wood as you sit in it under the stars in the forest clearing. The hot tub is emptied, scrubbed and re-filled on EVERY visit, so it was definitely clean water. It also has a bromine filter for additional hygiene. You mention that your girls were disappointed that they didn’t take Elvis for a walk or cuddle, which again surprised us, as most guests just knock on the door and ask. He is 12 years old now so often stays in the house with us, but is the most popular member of the family with all our guests – who always interact with him freely. We are often told that the photos don’t do the lodge justice, and we will endeavour to ensure that this continues to be the case, being mindful of all comments – good and otherwise as we greatly value all feedback. We wish you well in the future that you find accommodations that perfectly suit your needs and reassure anyone worried about the points you have raised that anything of note (such as more glasses and kitchen utensils) has been fully rectified. All warmest Rachel, Robbie, River & Elvis x
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“Restful retreat in beautiful surroundings!”
We really enjoyed our long weekend at Sika Lodge. It was wonderful to disconnect from the world for a few days in a gorgeous forest hideaway. The lodge is comfortable and had everything we needed, and… More
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Response from the owner Hi Alice Thank you, we are so glad you had fun, enjoyed the area too. It was great to meet you and we would love to see you again. All warmest Robbie and Rachel :0)
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“Very peaceful, romantic, quiet and secluded”
We loved our stay at Sika lodge. It was a very peaceful place to stay and the owner was very welcoming. We loved the log burning hot tub which got to a lovely temperature. We went to the silent woman pub very close by and had a meal whilst sat opposite a burning fire which was lovely. We also visited monkey world which was close by and, went horse riding on the beach a short drive from the lodge. We enjoyed walking the dogs in the woods with our own private entry to this. The fire at the lodge kept the whole place lovely and warm. We would definitely stay again. Perfect for a relaxing and romantic weekend away with your loved one.
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Response from the owner Thank you, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and enjoyed the hot tub, we look forward to seeing you again. Robbie and Rachel :0)
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“A lovely little lodge”
We had 3 great nights at Sika Lodge.Rob has done a lovely job with the lodge.Its peaceful and well equipped if you wish to self cater.We also visited 'The Silent Woman' pub which is right op… More
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Response from the owner Thanks Rachel and Jerry, Good to meet you both and so glad you enjoyed your stay, hope the journey home went well. All warmest Rachel and Robbie :0)
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“Superb break”
We work 6-day/80-hour weeks and this was our first break this year. We didn't know in detail exactly what an 'eco-lodge' was so made the booking with a little trepidation. However, the owners are really lovely, down-to-earth people and made us very welcome and explained everything. Although we live and work in N. Wales we used to live in Dorset and still have friends there, consequently we were torn between taking a well-earned rest but also wanting to travel around and meet friends. In the end we got the balance right which comprised of 'chilling' in the morning and out in the afternoon. The lodge is in a great location and every day I walked through the back gate and got to know Wareham Forest better each day. The visiting wildlife was also wonderful. I would highly recommend Sika Lodge to anyone wanting a relaxing break.
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Response from the owner Dear Bernie and Chris Thank you so much for you kind words, it was really lovely to meet you and we are so glad that you both had a well earned rest and enjoyed you stay with us, we hope to see you again sometime. All warmest Robbie and Rachel :0)
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“Fabulous!”
Fantastic, peaceful stay, lovely friendly hosts. Sika Lodge perfect for our stay, enjoyed the hot tub! Ideally situated for forest walks, Studland beach, Swanage and Corfe.
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“Loved it !”
On arrival we were greeted by the friendly happy owners Robbie and Rachel. I felt at home as soon as I walked into Sika Lodge and at the end of our stay, did not want to leave. I was concerned about t… More
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Response from the owner Hi Kerry It was great to meet you guys, so glad you had a good stay and enjoyed the lodge, hope to see you again some time :0) Robbie and Rachel
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“Wonderful”
Even though I had chosen the lodge myself for a few days away from it all, I have to admit to some trepidation as to what an Eco Lodge would really be like would it be too basic for me, would we miss … More
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“Was a lovely place to get away from it all”
We really enjoyed our stay at Sika Lodge. It had everything you could ask for to get away from everything and switch off. Can recommend the Red Lion Hotel in Wareham for a good meal and a walk along… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Robbie (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Robbie (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Robbie (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Robbie the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Or send Robbie (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
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Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Robbie (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Robbie (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
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- Why can't I call Robbie (the owner) before booking?
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- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Robbie (the owner) a message.
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