Overview of Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
Hawkchurch Resort & Spa is a countryside lodge resort in the Axe Valley near Axminster. The resort is surrounded by woodland, fields and rolling countryside close to the Devon and Dorset border, with Lyme Regis and Charmouth both within a short drive, view more caravan parks around Axminster here.
The accommodation range includes one, two, three and four bedroom lodges sleeping between two and eight guests. This gives couples, families and groups a choice of layouts, from one bedroom accommodation for two to larger four bedroom lodges for eight.
Every lodge has an open plan lounge, dining space and self catering kitchen. Current lodge facilities include a microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine, together with televisions, heating, bed linen, towels and furnished decking.
Premier lodges include a private outdoor hot tub on the decking. Selected dog friendly accommodation is also available, allowing visitors to bring their dogs while retaining pet free choices across the resort.
The Ezina Spa has treatment rooms and a relaxation area offering massages, facials, manicures and body treatments. The adjoining leisure facilities include a heated hydrotherapy pool, steam room, Hammam style sauna and an air conditioned gym. The pool and gym are available to guests aged 16 and over.
The Bistro and Bar serves lunches, evening meals, family dishes, children’s choices, desserts and drinks. Tables and spa treatments can be reserved before arrival, helping guests plan dining and spa time alongside their lodge holiday.
Hawkchurch Resort & Spa is ideal for couples, families, spa breaks, hot tub holidays and groups exploring the Jurassic Coast. Axminster, Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Forde Abbey, Golden Cap and Seaton can all be reached for days away from the resort.
Hawkchurch Resort & Spa at a Glance
| Resort information | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Hawkchurch near Axminster in Devon |
| Setting | Woodland and countryside overlooking the Axe Valley |
| Holiday accommodation | One to four bedroom lodges |
| Capacity | Accommodation sleeping between two and eight guests |
| Hot tubs | Private hot tubs with Premier lodges |
| Dogs | Welcome in selected lodge accommodation |
| Spa | Ezina Spa treatment and relaxation facilities |
| Pool | Heated hydrotherapy pool for guests aged 16 and over |
| Wellness | Steam room, Hammam style sauna and gym |
| Food and drink | The Bistro and Bar |
| Parking | Parking beside the lodge accommodation |
| Holiday season | Open throughout the year |
| Best for | Couples, families, groups, spa breaks and Jurassic Coast holidays |
Spa treatments and Bistro tables should be reserved in advance. Private hot tubs are included with Premier lodge accommodation rather than every lodge.
Why is Hawkchurch Resort & Spa a Great Holiday Park?
• One to four bedroom lodges sleeping between two and eight guests
• Private hot tubs included with Premier accommodation
• Ezina Spa offering massages, facials and beauty treatments
• Adults only hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room
• Air conditioned gym with cardio, resistance and free weight equipment
• The Bistro and Bar serving lunches, evening meals and drinks
• Dog friendly lodge choices with gated decking
• Lyme Regis and Charmouth approximately 15 minutes away
FAQs About Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
What accommodation is available at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa?
Visitors can book one, two, three and four bedroom lodge accommodation sleeping between two and eight guests. Standard and Premier choices are available, together with selected dog friendly lodges.
Do the lodges at Hawkchurch have private hot tubs?
Premier lodges include a private outdoor hot tub on the decking. Standard lodge accommodation does not include a hot tub unless this is specifically shown within the booking description.
Does Hawkchurch Resort & Spa have a swimming pool?
The resort has a heated hydrotherapy pool with underwater seating, water jets and a waterfall feature. It is part of the adult leisure facilities and is available to guests aged 16 and over.
Are dogs welcome at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa?
Dogs are welcome in selected lodge accommodation. Dog friendly lodges include gated decking, and dogs must be added to the holiday booking.
Is there a restaurant at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa?
The Bistro and Bar serves lunches, evening meals, family dishes, children’s food, desserts and drinks. Advance table reservations are recommended.
How far is Hawkchurch Resort & Spa from the coast?
Charmouth is approximately six miles away and Lyme Regis is approximately seven miles away. Both coastal destinations can normally be reached in around 15 minutes by car.
Accommodation at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
Hawkchurch Resort & Spa offers one, two, three and four bedroom lodge accommodation sleeping between two and eight guests. The range provides accommodation for couples, families and larger groups visiting the Devon and Dorset border.
One bedroom lodges sleep two and provide accommodation for couples. Current layouts include a large main bedroom, ensuite bathroom and an open plan kitchen, dining and living space.
Two bedroom lodges sleep four and generally have a main double or king size bedroom and a twin bedroom. Many current layouts provide two bathrooms, including an ensuite shower room and a separate family bathroom.
Three bedroom accommodation sleeps six and can include two double bedrooms and a twin room or one main bedroom with two twin rooms. Selected layouts provide several ensuite facilities alongside a family bathroom.
Four bedroom lodges sleep eight and provide the largest accommodation at Hawkchurch. These layouts offer several double and twin bedrooms, multiple bathrooms and a larger shared living and dining area.
Every current lodge has a fitted kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine. The living area includes a television, while additional televisions are provided in the bedrooms. Bluetooth music systems are also available within the current resort accommodation.
Bed linen, duvets and towels are included, with beds prepared before arrival. Lodges are double glazed and centrally heated, and gas and electricity are included with the booking.
French doors lead onto private decking with outdoor furniture. Premier accommodation adds a private hot tub, creating a separate hot tub choice across each of the principal lodge sizes.
Selected lodges welcome dogs and include gated decking. Parking is provided beside the lodge accommodation throughout the resort.
Accommodation Choices at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
| Accommodation type | Main features | Best for |
| One bedroom lodges | Accommodation for two with a spacious bedroom and open plan living area | Couples |
| Two bedroom lodges | Double and twin bedrooms sleeping four | Couples and smaller families |
| Three bedroom lodges | Three bedrooms and several bathroom layouts sleeping six | Families and groups |
| Four bedroom lodges | Larger accommodation sleeping up to eight | Extended families and groups |
| Premier lodges | Private hot tub and furnished decking | Hot tub holidays |
| Dog friendly lodges | Selected accommodation with gated decking | Visitors bringing dogs |
The precise arrangement of double bedrooms, twin bedrooms and bathrooms depends on the accommodation selected. Every current lodge includes a kitchen, heating, linen, towels and outdoor decking.
Park Facilities at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
The Ezina Spa offers massages, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures. Treatment rooms are supported by a relaxation area where visitors can spend time before or after their booked treatment.
The heated hydrotherapy pool has underwater beds, water jets and a waterfall feature. Its water is maintained at a higher temperature than a conventional swimming pool, creating a spa facility for relaxation rather than family swimming.
A steam room and Hammam style sauna sit alongside the hydrotherapy pool. These leisure facilities are for guests aged 16 and over.
The air conditioned gym contains cardiovascular machines, resistance equipment and free weights. Resort guests aged 16 and over can use the gym during its current opening hours.
The Bistro serves lunches, afternoon teas and evening meals, with family dishes, children’s choices and desserts. The adjoining bar serves soft drinks, hot drinks, wines, beers and spirits, including locally produced drinks.
Reception assists with arrivals, spa appointments, restaurant reservations and local information. Disposable barbecue stands can also be requested from reception for use beside the lodge accommodation.
Parking is available beside the lodges, while recycling areas are positioned around the resort. The woodland and countryside setting also provides space for walks around the lodge development.
Main Facilities at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
| Facility | Information |
| Ezina Spa | Massages, facials, body treatments and beauty therapies |
| Hydrotherapy pool | Heated adults only pool with underwater beds and jets |
| Sauna and steam room | Hammam style sauna and steam room |
| Gym | Cardio machines, resistance equipment and free weights |
| The Bistro | Lunches, afternoon teas, evening meals and children’s choices |
| Bar | Soft drinks, hot drinks, beers, wines and spirits |
| Reception | Arrival assistance, reservations and local information |
| Lodge parking | Parking beside the accommodation |
The hydrotherapy pool and gym are for guests aged 16 and over. Spa treatments and restaurant tables should be booked before the stay where possible.
Places to Visit Near Hawkchurch Resort & Spa
Axminster is approximately five miles from Hawkchurch. The market town has supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a railway station. Axminster Heritage Centre explores the town’s history and the development of its famous carpet industry.
Lyme Regis is approximately seven miles away. Visitors can explore its beaches, historic Cobb harbour, gardens, shops and museums, including Lyme Regis Museum and its displays connected with Mary Anning and the Jurassic Coast.
Charmouth is approximately six miles from the resort. Charmouth Beach is known for fossil hunting, while the Heritage Coast Centre runs guided fossil walks with trained wardens.
Forde Abbey is within approximately ten minutes by car. The historic house stands within 30 acres of gardens containing lawns, ponds, woodland planting and seasonal displays.
Lambert’s Castle and Coney’s Castle provide countryside walking close to Hawkchurch. The two ancient hillforts are less than a mile apart and have views across the surrounding Dorset landscape.
Golden Cap is the highest point on the south coast of England and provides walking routes overlooking the Jurassic Coast. The surrounding National Trust estate includes fields, woodland and routes towards the coast.
Seaton is approximately 25 minutes away. Seaton Tramway operates heritage tram journeys through the Axe Valley between Seaton, Colyford and Colyton, passing the River Axe estuary and nature reserves.
Beer Quarry Caves provides guided underground tours through historic limestone workings near the village of Beer. The caves contain evidence of quarrying extending back through Roman and medieval periods.
Nearby Towns, Beaches and Attractions
| Place to visit | Approximate journey | Why visit |
| Axminster | Approximately 10 to 15 minutes | Shops, cafés, railway station and heritage centre |
| Forde Abbey | Approximately 10 minutes | Historic house, gardens and tearoom |
| Lyme Regis | Approximately 15 minutes | Beaches, the Cobb, museums and shops |
| Charmouth | Approximately 15 minutes | Beach, fossil hunting and heritage centre |
| Lambert’s and Coney’s Castle | Approximately 10 to 15 minutes | Hillforts, walking and countryside views |
| Golden Cap | Approximately 20 minutes | Jurassic Coast walking and coastal views |
| Seaton Tramway | Approximately 25 minutes | Heritage tram rides through the Axe Valley |
| Beer Quarry Caves | Approximately 25 to 30 minutes | Guided underground quarry tours |
Journey times are approximate and can increase during summer weekends and school holidays.
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