Elegantly poised at the edge of Lake Geneva
The bbar menu collection
From bottomless brunch on our al fresco terrace to signature cocktails and delicious à la carte dining, discover a collection of menus that celebrate our South African heritage.
Try the “Son of a Gun” buttermilk chicken burger with jalapeños in a brioche bun, or the BBQ pulled jackfruit burger. Our moreish bar snacks showcase 24-karat gold butter Buffalo wings with blue cheese sauce, South African beef biltong, and soft shell crab tempura with avocado and chilli dip.
Behind the bar, our signature cocktails include Jellybean Clover Club with jellybean infused gin, a Mexican Truffle Old Fashioned with truffled honey, and a Madagascan Espresso Martini, as well as mocktails such as Mango Lassi with rose water, and Pan Asia Tiki Lemonade.
Village tour with Ray Wilton
Join Ray Wilton on a wonderful tour of the surrounding area. Wilton has a wealth of knowledge up his sleeve, having lived in Evershot for 20 years.
Topics covered on the tour will include the history of the village and Ilchester Estate, the great fire of Evershot, the hotel and The Acorn Inn, St Osmunds Church, the village industry and Thomas Hardy.
When: 11am from Tuesday - Saturday
Price: £25 per person
Sculpture by the Lakes
Visit sculptor Simon Gudgeon’s haven of peace and tranquillity with an afternoon at Sculpture by the Lakes, an oasis for art lovers and collectors.
Nestled within 26 acres of Dorset countryside, the park is home to more than 30 of Simon’s largest sculptures. His wife Monique has also created a serene botanical garden to explore, inspired by plants from the UK and further afield. Sample locally grown produce from the kitchen garden with lunch at the Gallery Cafe, or simply enjoy the surroundings with a pot of tea and a slice of cake.
Price: £10 per person.
Award-winning Dorset wines
Discover the award-winning wines at Furleigh Estate, set in the stunning Dorset countryside, just five miles from the Jurassic Coast.
Your two-hour tour will include a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed by a stroll through the vineyards and a description of the history of English wine, before moving into the production facility and barrel maturation room. Guests will then enjoy a seated tasting of four still and sparkling wines, accompanied by a sharing platter of local cheeses and charcuterie.
Price: £25 per person.
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