Red Carnation Hotels

PRESS ROOM

Luxury Needn't Cost The Earth

09/09/2008

Now that we’re all aware of the need to preserve natural resources, there’s a temptation to assume that the hair shirt approach is the only option. But being kind to Mother Nature doesn’t mean you can’t indulge yourself from time to time, as Summer Lodge Hotel, Restaurant & Spa in leafy Dorset are keen to demonstrate.

They’re offering a short break that allows you to have the time of your life while still demonstrating your eco-credentials. First of all, leave the gas-guzzler at home – take the train, travel in relaxed first class comfort, and be met at the station by the hotel. You won’t need a car during your stay, as there’s plenty to do in and around the pretty village of Evershot in which the hotel is located. Shopping in the village store, which boasts a fantastic range of gifts and organic goods, strolling up the village street for a delicious lunch at the Acorn Inn, or rambling through the pristine Melbury Estate. Enjoying an invigorating jog or bike ride, game of tennis, croquet, or outdoor chess. Or even better, try the traditional Summer Lodge pursuit of sitting in the shade (in the Summer) with a good book.

The eco-friendly theme extends throughout your stay, from the toiletries in your room to the fabulous ingredients – sustainably sourced, locally wherever possible, and individually identified on the menu – in the restaurant. The Elemis treatments available in the Spa pamper both you and the environment for a beautifully guilt-free glow: from top to bottom, you can rest assured that your relaxing break hasn’t cost the earth.

Especially when you consider that the price is just as kind on your pocket. For £245 per person sharing per night, the package includes the following:

• Two nights in a luxurious double superior room
• A first class return train ticket from London Waterloo
• Transport from the train station to the hotel and back again
• One full body massage per person
• One delicious three course dinner for two
• One bountiful breakfast daily
• Early morning tea
• Your daily newspaper of choice

For reservations and further information call Summer Lodge on +44 (0) 1935 482030 or visit www.summerlodgehotel.co.uk to find out about the many delights that await at this charming Relais & Châteaux country house retreat.

*****

2008:  Recipient of Andrew Harper Hideaway Grand Award for hotel's strong individuality and devotion to personal service
2008:  TripAdvisor's  readers' poll placed Summer Lodge 91 of Best 100 Luxury Hotels in the World;  and 5th in the Top 10 Best Service Europe category
2007:  AA Hospitality named Red Carnation Hotels 'Small Hotel Group of the Year'
2007:  Master Sommelier Eric Zwiebel was ranked Fourth in World’s Top Sommeliers category; and in 2006 - Second – in Best Sommelier in Europe
2007: Hardens: Top Scorer:  "…high praise for…'sublime' food; 'superb' wine list…"
2007: Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report – Grand Award Winner, #1 in England.
2007: Tatler Restaurant Guide: 'award-winning Summer Lodge is the place to dine'
2007: Daily Mail: "…be ready to receive… tender loving care from the capable staff"
2007: The Independent: Summer Lodge one of the "50 Best British Hotels"

back