Dapplewood Caravan Site
View prices & book- Adults-only site in peaceful Dorset countryside
- Top spot for slow-paced getaways
- 30-minute drive from Bournemouth and the Dorset coast
Site type
- This campground/park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
Voted 86% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Basic facilities and overpriced. Friendly staff.
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Liked: Area
Disliked: Nothing like the photos shown.
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From the manager: Hi Kevin, I am genuinely surprised at your review as when we chatted during your stay you said you were having a lovely stay. We are definitely not offering the busy club house family type of site and we understand that a more natural peaceful site is not for everyone. The photos are literally of the site.
Adults only Small site (only 5 pitches) in a beautiful location. Personal…
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Liked: Adults only Small site (only 5 pitches) in a beautiful location. Personal touch when owner came to greet us on arrival.
Disliked: There are no toilet or shower facilities however everything else about the site makes up for that.
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Great site,will use again if in area.
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Liked: Lovely quiet site,well maintained. Attached woodland to walk the dog off the lead. Friendly owners. Great pub a short walk across the fields.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. Hopefully we can welcome you back to Dapplewood again soon.
Owners are very friendly, site is immaculate x
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Liked: Everything all I can say is wow, pitches are massive So peaceful and relaxing Highly recommended 100%
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From the manager: Thank you so much Malcolm for your lovely review. We are delighted that you had such a lovely stay with us
Very highly recommend 100%
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Liked: Everything this place is amazing
Disliked: Nothing if I wanted to pick a fault I really couldn't
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind, lovely review!
Excellent setting, Harmony
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Liked: We’ve stayed here before, Bridget is a fantastic host & we love the tranquil setting with Nature at our doorstep.
Disliked: Nothing , perfect setting.
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From the manager: Thank you very much Dale for your lovely review and hopefully we will see you on your travels again later in the year.
the whole thing,such a lovely site,small ,but just what we like,and setting…
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Liked: the whole thing,such a lovely site,small ,but just what we like,and setting is a dream.bridgette keep doing what you do.
Disliked: nothing.
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From the manager: Gosh, thank you so much Robert! I'm delighted that you had a lovely stay with us and hope to see you again soon!
Idyllic little gem of a site
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Liked: Such a pretty little site. Well kept, nice, spacious pitches, surrounded by beautiful countryside, and with its own bluebell wood. So peaceful with an abundance of wildlife, the birdsong was joyful to hear. Very lovely pub in walking distance, around 15 minutes. We will definitely visit again.
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From the manager: Thank you Cherryl Anne for you very kind review. It was perfect timing for the bluebells and I think you brought the beautiful weather with you!
Warm welcome to a pretty site.
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Liked: Warm welcome and location
Disliked: Did not like having to put car in front of caravan rather than to side.
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From the manager: Hi Guys, I'm so glad you had a relaxing time sunbathing in the warmer weather this weekend! Our entrance sign respectfully asks guests to park on the long hardstanding areas to save the grass for the benefit of all of our future visitors as I'm sure you can appreciate if everyone drives and parks on the grass it gets destroyed creating a muddy mess in wet weather.
Lovely quiet site with large pitches surrounded by beautiful trees, Brigitte was…
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Liked: Lovely quiet site with large pitches surrounded by beautiful trees, Brigitte was very welcoming.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you Chrissie for your lovely review, it was our pleasure to meet you and welcome you to Dapplewood.
Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundry
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Bush
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump point
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Type
Tiny (1-10 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Surf school nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Dapplewood Caravan Site
Lodge Road
Holt
Wimborne
Dorset
England
BH21 7DW
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.84373°N
-1.96619°W
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 14.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Harbour Lake | 15 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Durley Chine | 15.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Alum Chine | 15.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Pier | 15.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 5.9 km
Adventure Wonderland 11.4 km
The Bournemouth Balloon 15.2 km
Bournemouth Pier Beach 15.5 km
Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium 15.6 km
National Trust
Kingston Lacy 6 km
White Mill 7.9 km
Brownsea Island 17.3 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 22.1 km
Corfe Castle 23.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 2.6 km
CRICHEL HOUSE 4 km
Pamphill - Eye Bridge - Lambs Green - Wimborne 5.4 km
KINGSTON LACY 5.9 km
ST GILES' HOUSE 7.3 km
Local events
- Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday, 19 July 2024 – Friday, 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, England 25.4 km
- Tankfest (Friday, 28 June 2024 – Friday, 28 June 2024)
Wareham, England 25.6 km
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 30 July 2024 – Tuesday, 30 July 2024)
Brockenhurst, England 27 km
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 25 July 2024 – Thursday, 25 July 2024)
Wareham, England 28.6 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 7 September 2024 – Saturday, 7 September 2024)
Dorchester, England 35 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Dorset?
- Does Dapplewood Caravan Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dapplewood Caravan Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dapplewood Caravan Site? What’s a holiday without some sun, sea and sand? At Dapplewood, at least two of those are within easy reach – Highcliffe, Bournemouth and Sandbanks beaches are each within 40 minutes’ drive … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dapplewood Caravan Site?
Camping and caravan Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dapplewood Caravan Site? From $54.18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.