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The Old Government House Hotel & Spa

In the heart of St Peter Port, The Old Government House Hotel & Spa is the only five-star hotel in Guernsey

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    THE OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE HOTEL & SPA

    Sitting proudly just up the hill from the main shopping street and a five-minute walk from the picturesque St Peter Port quayside, The Old Government House Hotel & Spa offers the perfect welcome in this beautiful, balmy corner of the British Isles.

    All the reasons to love Summer Lodge

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    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Charming 16th-century coaching inn

    Discover our sister property across the village, The Acorn Inn, with real ales & a skittle alley

    Surrounded by beautiful countryside

    Located within Hardy’s enchanting village of Evershot

    Be mindful in nature

    Set within four acres of manicured gardens with an indoor pool, spa & beauty treatments

    Afternoon Tea on the garden terrace

    Sit back and indulge in a truly quintessential English tradition

    Sample local Dorset Cheese

    Inspired by an abundance of superb local ingredients

    The Whisky Bar

    A warm & cosy setting to enjoy a vast array of cocktails & world-renowned whiskies

    Rest in our enchanting rooms

    With a warm & inviting country house style of their own

    A perfect location for your wedding

    Celebrating your wedding at Summer Lodge is one of the most idyllic & romantic experiences
    Summer Lodge Wellington Boots in the Gardens

    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Charming 16th-century coaching inn

    Discover our sister property across the village, The Acorn Inn, with real ales & a skittle alley

    Surrounded by beautiful countryside

    Located within Hardy’s enchanting village of Evershot

    Be mindful in nature

    Set within four acres of manicured gardens with an indoor pool, spa & beauty treatments

    Afternoon Tea on the garden terrace

    Sit back and indulge in a truly quintessential English tradition

    Sample local Dorset Cheese

    Inspired by an abundance of superb local ingredients

    The Whisky Bar

    A warm & cosy setting to enjoy a vast array of cocktails & world-renowned whiskies

    Rest in our enchanting rooms

    With a warm & inviting country house style of their own

    A perfect location for your wedding

    Celebrating your wedding at Summer Lodge is one of the most idyllic & romantic experiences
    Summer Lodge Wellington Boots in the Gardens

    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Charming 16th-century coaching inn

    Discover our sister property across the village, The Acorn Inn, with real ales & a skittle alley

    Summer Lodge at a glance

    Extensive cellar of wines selected by our award-winning sommelier

    Member of Relais & Châteaux

    Three AA Rosette fine dining restaurant & Whisky Bar

    Luxurious spa with an indulging treatment menu & indoor swimming pool

    Exclusive-use wedding venue

    Quintessential English country house set in four acres of beautifully tended gardens

    In the heart of Thomas Hardy’s Dorset

    On the doorstep of the Melbury Estate, with miles of scenic countryside to explore

    Sister property The Acorn, a 16th-century coaching inn, just across the village, with real ales & a skittle alley

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    Give the very best

    Exceptional dining experiences, overnight escapes and thoughtful surprises... Our vouchers create the perfect gift, from spa journeys and floral workshops to the ultimate bespoke wine tasting experience with our expert sommelier and cellar master Eric Zwiebel.

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    Innovative cuisine

    Inspired by an abundance of superb local ingredients, including Dorset Vinny Blue Cheese and Dorset Beef, and ingredients grown in the hotel gardens and polytunnels, Executive Chef Steven Titman has created a timeless menu which combines both innovative cuisine and classic signature dishes.

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    We care

    We are proud to grow many of our own vegetables, fruits and herbs in our kitchen gardens and polytunnels, while our hotel bees create delicious honey for our guests.

    Learn about how we #MakeTravelMatter

    Beauty in every detail

    All of our guest rooms and suites are different, each with a warm and inviting country house style of its own. Expect rich fabrics and elegant furnishings, crisp Belgian linens warmed with hot water bottles, soft and enveloping bathrobes, luxury amenities, fresh fruit and homemade shortbread. There are also enchanting private cottages for extra privacy, some with their own hot tub.

    Discover our rooms, suites and cottages

    The world of Summer Lodge

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    03 Dec 2020 Experiences

    Back to nature with the children

    From hunting for fossils or the Gruffalo to mini beast safaris, discover thrilling activities close to Summer Lodge.

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    Wine selection at Summer Lodge

    04 Feb 2021 Experiences

    Sommelier's Choice Experience

    For the very first time, the 1600 wines in our exceptional cellar can be delivered to your home.

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    05 Mar 2021 Make Travel Matter

    How technology transforms sustainability

    Technology is helping people around the world live greener lives, here's how it's applied across our hotels.

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    Share your #SummerLodge experience

    We are always delighted to discover our guests' photos and we love to share those stories and connect in a meaningful way. Nothing makes us happier than when our guests become part of our world...

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