Lifton Ark - Dorset Woodland Retreats

Relax, unwind & connect with nature in a newly hand crafted ark in the heart of the wild Purbeck Jurassic coastline. With easy access to the Corfe Hills, this is the perfect spot for anyone who wants a bit of tranquility & incredible walking routes nearby. Emerse yourself with peace and quiet of a woodland overlooking beautiful fields with local wildlife as your neighbours. The ark is located in a secluded woodland deep within the Purbeck Valley between Corfe Castle & Swanage. This private woodland is located at the bottom of our house plot and the area is dedicated to a couple rentals. The ark itself is Scandinavian inspired, built to a very high standard and it features a beautiful decking perfect for an evening glass of wine in front of the chimenea Inside the ark is a well equipped kitchenette, dining table & double bed for ultimate comfort. The kitchenette includes a double ring electric hob with saucepan & frying pan, mini fridge, kettle, cafetiere and toaster, perfect for basic cooking. Even better, a bbq is provided, just bring coals to cook outside enjoying the views. The ark & all it's fittings were newly built for Spring 2021. Outdoor seating, a firepit & logs are provided for those cosy nights in. A private bathroom is situated in a separate shepherd's hut 10metres away and will be yours throughout your stay with private keys. The bathroom is very modern and features a power shower & is heated throughout the colder months. Well behaved dogs are welcome, just bring their beds, towels & bowls. Please note we do have our own animals on site so depending on their temperament they might need to stay on a lead in the outdoor space. For optimum privacy, we operate a self check-in process using a lockbox to give you the space to yourself. We have our own dogs, chickens & horses on the land so you're more than welcome to interact with them and us as much/ or as little as you like. This rental is central to some incredible walking routes. From the woodland at the back you can cross a private gate and join to a public footpath leading you directly to the corfe hills. This walk will take you either to Old Harry Rocks or Corfe Castle or even Studland beach if you fancy an adventure. COVID 19 UPDATE We have taken this matter very seriously to ensure our guests safety! We have scaled up our cleaning services before and after stays with intense disinfecting throughout. Hand sanitiser has been provided. Bed linen and towels are provided but if you would rather use your own then please do so. If you have any further requests on further precautions you would like us to take, please do not hesitate to ask. Other things to note Please note there are other accommodations on site which similar to this one is reserved for adults only. All have private areas so don't impede on each others space. The accommodations are cleaned thoroughly between each stay but being based in a woodland if windows & doors are left open, please don't be surprised if the occasional insect appears. Being based in the Purbeck Valley with one main road in & out of the Purbecks, occasionally emergency vehicles & loud motorcycles can be heard. We do live on site & our bungalow is situated at the top end of the land (by the road) with the accommodations at the far end of the land (near the woodland). Any problems, we're on hand to help, text call or knock on the door. Please note all nearby land owners are entitled to utilise the 28 day camping rule in nearby fields. Although none can be seen from your accommodation, camping in nearby fields can be expected in peak months.