Silverlake Estate

Family-friendly cottages at Silverlake

Family Holidays in Dorset

Enjoy a getaway to remember with our range of family breaks in Dorset at Silverlake. Our range of luxury family accommodation is set in a prime Dorset location, ready for you to explore the best of Dorset and its many family-friendly attractions. If you have furry family members, Dorset is incredibly dog-friendly too.

We have a range of family cottages available, suitable for groups of all sizes, from holiday homes perfect for families with young children to large cottages for extended families to escape to. If you’re planning an extra-large family gathering, our friendly team can help you find multiple properties close together suitable for all of your group.

With so many facilities and activities available to guests at Silverlake Estate, there’s no need to leave if you don’t fancy hopping in the car. Among the many fantastic amenities to please children and adults alike on our sprawling Silverlake Estate are:

Firefly Spa, featuring a 25m heated on-site swimming pool, sauna and cold plunge
• Access to our full range of on-site activities
• Fantastic forest playgrounds, tennis court and multi-use games area
• Use of The Yurt, packed with board games and a cosy fireplace
• Private beach and watersports equipment hire
• A vast nature reserve to explore, teeming with wildlife
• Seasonal events including Easter egg hunts, Halloween trails and competitions
• On-site Firefly Restaurant and pizza shack

Silverlake, Dorset

Featured Family Accommodation

From
£1,066
3 nights
2 people

Driftwood

Silverlake Estate, Dorset
84No
  • BBQ
  • Log fire
  • EV charging point
  • Roof terrace
  • Lake access
From
£696
£637
3 nights
2 people

The Wee Lake House

Silverlake Estate, Dorset
63Yes
  • BBQ
  • Log fire
  • Dog-friendly

Silverlake, Dorset

Family activities at Silverlake

There are a huge amount of activities to enjoy on a family holiday at Silverlake, with all kinds of adventures to be had. Take to the water with a range of water sports including paddleboarding and our coracle safari, or you have just as much fun on dry land with activities including bike rides, yoga and our Dormouse treasure trail.

Dormouse Trail

Follow this family-friendly trail through the nature reserve, solving clues and exploring the Estate along the way in a fun, interactive adventure designed to keep children engaged.

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Bike Rental

Included in all 2026 Habitat Escapes bookings*, discover Silverlake by bike, with scenic trails through woodland and around lakes. A relaxed way to explore the Estate.

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Family dining at Silverlake

When it comes to family meals, the on-site dining at Silverlake has it covered. After a day of outdoor adventures, gather lakeside at Firefly Restaurant, where seasonal menus, relaxed surroundings and a welcoming atmosphere make it the perfect place to dine together.

For something more casual, pick up an artisan pizza from the Pizza Shack to enjoy back at your holiday home or while exploring the estate.

Guests can even dine in the comfort of their own holiday home with our private dining experience – perfect for special occasions and family-style meals with your loved ones.

 
 
 

Location

How to find us

Silverlake Estate
Warmwell Road,
Dorchester,
Dorset,
DT2 8GH

@silverlakedorset

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