Luxury Dorset Holiday Homes and Lodges

Plan ahead and book your 2026 holiday today!

Be the first to secure your favourite Habitat Escapes retreat for 2026. Get ahead of the crowd and guarantee your dream getaway

Plan ahead and book your 2026 holiday today!

Be the first to secure your favourite Habitat Escapes retreat for 2026. Get ahead of the crowd and guarantee your dream getaway

Downtime in the countryside

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Nestled in the heart of rural Dorset, Silverlake is just 2.5 hours from London and 10 minutes from the coast. Our luxury lakeside holidays are the perfect getaway for a family escape, romantic break, dash from the city or group get-together.

Expect award-winning architecture, tranquil lakes, acres of rolling countryside, endless activities and exclusive spa facilities, ensuring you return home refreshed and revived.

Find your perfect getaway now with Habitat Escapes.

"What an awesome place to unwind and make memories. This is my happy place"

LUXURY HOLIDAY HOMES

The perfect base for your next escape

Choose from a curated collection of contemporary holiday homes and cosy cottages perfect for couples, families, larger groups and four-legged friends.

No property is quite like another, with far-reaching views, expansive living spaces, comfy beds, cosy wood burners and a touch of coastal charm. Your only problem will be never wanting to leave.

"We love going back each year and feel relaxed as soon as we open the door"

Holiday lodges for large groups

Creating memories together

Whether you’re looking to host a family gathering, celebration, adventure with friends or a reunion, Silverlake specialises in large holiday homes sleeping up to 12 people. Reconnect in the great outdoors by exploring acres of freshwater lakes, meadows and woodland on foot, by bike or on the water. Or simply enjoy some downtime at the Spa, with nibbles and drinks on the terrace.

If you have any questions about your Silverlake stay, we're happy to help!

"The perfect place to hold our celebration"

Dog-friendly holidays

Bring all the family

We have a fantastic selection of dog-friendly cottages and contemporary homes where you can holiday in style, knowing your pet will be welcome when you arrive. Our pet-friendly holidays are perfect for the adventurous pup with endless trails through woodlands where they're free to roam, collect sticks and find muddy puddles. We also have a doggy swimming pond, Pooch's Place, where your four-legged friends can enjoy roaming free and making a splash; part of our latest nature trail, Knighton Reserve.

We like to pamper pooches, so they're welcome at the Hurricane Terrace and can enjoy free treats at the bar. We are also a short drive from the most beautiful dog-friendly beaches in Dorset, perfect for a paddle with your pooch.

Spa holidays

Discover wellness

Nature has a powerful, calming effect on our minds, bodies and soul. We believe in a natural, holistic and nurturing approach to wellness, with the Spa designed with nature at its core.

Take a dip, or recline by the heated infinity pool, taking in the idyllic lakeside views. Relax on our roof terrace or private beach, designed to transcend the stresses of modern-day life.

Restore balance and recharge your mind, body and soul in our luxurious treatment rooms, sauna and relaxation lounge.

OUR SISTER ESTATE

Introducing Lower Mill Estate, The Cotswolds

Discover award-winning architecture, ten freshwater lakes, three rivers and hundreds of acres of unspoilt countryside at our sister estate, Lower Mill Estate, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds. There's something for everyone, from our award-winning spa, to numerous swimming

pools, an outstanding restaurant and an array of activities on land

and water.

Plant six trees to off set your Journey

Make a climate positive booking

A climate positive booking allows you to make an environmental and social impact by planting trees to rebalance your journey and gifting vital funds to our chosen charity for just £3. Every £1 will plant 2 trees, enough to rebalance the footprint of 365 miles in the average family car and 10% of every pound will also be gifted to our chosen charities Cotswold Lakes Trust and Dorset Wildlife Trust.

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Pet friendly stays

Special Offer

Minerva

OI30

3 nights from £682

Sleeps 7 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Minerva is a characterful 3-bedroom, pet-friendly Dorset cottage, situated close to the world-renowned Jurassic Coast, perfect for countryside walks and on-site activities at Silverlake.

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The Nook

OI28

3 nights from £752

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

This 4-bed holiday home is the perfect retreat for your family to have a peaceful stay near sleepy Dorset villages.

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NEW PROPERTY

Shepperds View 13

SV13

3 nights from £1239

Sleeps 10 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Shepperds View 13 at Silverlake is a stunning 5 bed luxury property that sleeps up to 10 guests. It's positioned on the water's edge and boasts it's own private jetty for direct access to the lake.

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The Spinney

OI22

3 nights from £742

Sleeps 7 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

The Spinney is a stunning contemporary property situated right on the water’s edge creating a homely feel.

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PET FRIENDLY

Nirvana

WI24

3 nights from £682

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Nirvana is the perfect lakeside hideaway for a family or small group of 6 with a cosy log burner and lakeside views.

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PET FRIENDLY

Cosy Cottage

OI31

3 nights from £682

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

A charming three-bedroom pet-friendly cottage in the heart of Overton Island, the perfect spot to relax and unwind.

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Sunday Sun

BR31

3 nights from £872

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Perfect pet friendly retreat with hot tub for 8 guests.

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Beaumont Village 02

BV02

3 nights from £742

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

We are thrilled to be able to offer this spectacular property which offers space for a family to connect with the unique addition of a games room on the ground floor.

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Everdene

OI14

3 nights from £1422

Sleeps 12 5 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

An impressive 3 storey property on the water's edge. Boasting a hot tub, lakeside access and stunning views across the water, Everdene, is the perfect spot for a long awaited get together.

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NEW PROPERTY

Nature's Gate

SV07

3 nights from £792

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Nature's Gate is a contemporary and cosy 4 bedroom cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests and enjoys wonderful views over Silverlake's tranquil sculpture garden.

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PET FRIENDLY

Nirvana

WI24

3 nights from £682

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Nirvana is the perfect lakeside hideaway for a family or small group of 6 with a cosy log burner and lakeside views.

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COSY COTTAGE

Avalon

WI24A

3 nights from £652

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Avalon is a cosy cottage which has a balcony and an outside terrace, perfect for BBQ's. Avalon is centrally located on Wakeling Island; close to walking trails that wind throughout Silverlake.

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White Nothe

WI26

3 nights from £1232

Sleeps 12 5 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Elegantly poised at the edge of the lake, White Nothe encapsulates a perfect escape to the Dorset coast.

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Serenity

WI27

3 nights from £1342

Sleeps 12 5 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Serenity is a striking, contemporary, lakeside property that boasts ample accommodation for up to 12 guests (11 adults and 1 child) and includes a stunning rooftop terrace and full outdoor kitchen.

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Lower Mill Estate

Our sister estate

Cosy Cottage

Bee Cottage

HM75

3 nights from £659

Sleeps 6 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Discover ‘Bee Cottage’, a detached and cosy four-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage, nestled discreetly at the secluded end of Howells Mere overlooking a picturesque waterway.

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Bauhinia House

HM73

3 nights from £1,538

Sleeps 11 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Bauhinia House is not taking new bookings. This listing is just for guests who have already booked to view the property details.

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Butterfly Sound

CW10

2 nights from £1,309

Sleeps 11 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Welcome to Butterfly Sound, a breathtaking 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom holiday oasis of tranquility, where contemporary elegance harmoniously blends with nature’s splendour.

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Dragonfly

HM106

3 nights from £459

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Located on Howells Mere this contemporary ground floor apartment has a spacious deck that provides a westerly aspect over the lawns and towards Swillbrook Lake and Nature Reserve.

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Hot Tub!

Ducklings

CW65

£1,294

Sleeps 12 6 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

We are pleased to welcome Ducklings to our Habitat Escapes portfolio. Overlooking Clearwater lake, Ducklings benefits from a hot tub and is pet friendly.

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Falcon House

CW73

2 nights from £759

Sleeps 9 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Falcon House is a fantastic four-bedroom property with stunning lake views and commanding a favourable plot right at the heart of Lower Mill.

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Goldeneye

HM107

3 nights from £499

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Goldeneye is a modern and comfortable ground-floor three-bedroom apartment, benefiting from a west-facing aspect with an outdoor decking area with seating.

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Lake Access

Grayling House

HM28

2 nights from £709

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Perched on the water’s edge of a quiet corner of Howells Mere lake, this recently refurbished detached property offers contemporary but characterful open plan living with elevated views of the lake.

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Hazy Blue

HM86

3 nights from £544

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Contemporary waterside residence enjoying stunning views over Howells Mere Lake. A beautifully furnished and well-equipped first-floor apartment.

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Hot Tub!

Huron House

ML06

2 nights from £1469

Sleeps 9 4 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Huron House is a stunning newly built property, positioned on the lakeside and complete with a sunken hot tub, private jetty and breath-taking west facing views.

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