"Excellent provision of facilities for microwaving, eating takeaway food etc. - very practical and well thought out."
Mark from United States
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"The upstairs lounge with washing machine, extra coffee, and a place to eat a takeaway if you wanted was really good idea."
Sarah from United Kingdom
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"Lots of hot water to revive a flagging walker's body!"
Seasoned_traveller41 from United Kingdom
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"The character of the property was beautiful."
Ian from United Kingdom
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"Some excellent touches, including a kitchen and sitting area for guests."
specjo from United Kingdom
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Accommodations & Rooms
Portman Lodge offers rooms with original Victorian features such as large sash windows and a tiled entrance floor. Each room includes a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable bed with plump pillows. The property uses a keypad entry system for the front door and each room, allowing guests to check in without a physical key.
Breakfast & Dining
A complimentary full English breakfast is served daily, using locally sourced produce and properly cooked ingredients. Guests can also order French toast or a vegetarian option, plus a continental spread with cereals, fruit, and yoghurt. For evening meals, a guest kitchen with a microwave, fridge, and dining table lets guests enjoy takeaway food on-site.
Property Highlights
The Victorian building retains its original architectural charm, including a spacious dining room and a shared lounge with relevant local literature. A private patio and a garden with outdoor furniture are available for guest relaxation, and breakfast can be taken outside in good weather. Free private parking is provided on the tarmac surface, and the property also offers a shared kitchen and a washing machine.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Portman Lodge is a short walk from the centre of Blandford Forum, a Georgian market town with local restaurants and pubs. The guest house is 20 km from Monkey World and within driving distance of Durdle Door, the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, and the Cerne Abbas Giant. Bournemouth International Centre is 31 km away, and Bournemouth Airport is 26 km from the property.
Family-Friendly Features
The guest house provides family accommodation options, including rooms with space for a baby cot setup. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge, and the garden offers outdoor space for children. The kitchen facilities allow families to prepare simple meals, and the hosts can advise on local family activities.
Highlights
Location: 2-minute walk to Blandford Forum centre, close to Monkey World & Durdle Door
Family: Child-friendly with family rooms, baby cot, board games & garden
Rating: 9.3 guest satisfaction score from over 30 reviews
“Portman Lodge is a rather well-appointed Victorian house, quietly situated yet just a short walk from Blandford's centre. The coded entry system feels remarkably efficient, and the rooms themselves are comfortable and thoughtfully decorated, though it's the breakfast - freshly cooked and hearty - that really stands out as a genuine advantage here, offering considerable value.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Hotels3s
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