Discover Louma Farm and Retreat, perfectly nestled in the heart of the countryside. Just a short drive from the city, yet a world away from the rush. Our map makes it easy to plan your journey and explore the area. Find your way to nature, wellness, and unforgettable farm experiences.
location
Louma is located in West Dorset and overlooking Charmouth to the world-renowned, Jurassic Coast.
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Dorset
Arrive via Champernhayes Lane and follow the driveway down through Harvest. Take a moment to stop and experience the magical view down over the valley towards the sea. Make your way to Main Barn (8) and the guest parking areas.
As you come down the driveway to Louma you will notice the open area, this is Harvest. An area planted with trees where we also grow sesonal crops and offer pasture for our sheep and cows.
Louma Hen House - where our chickens live their best life.
Our beautifully renovated Dorset Stone Farmhouse invites you in to experience a warm comforting stay. With 6 bedrooms and the Farmhouse dining room, library and sitting room this is the beating heart of Louma.
The Timber Stables are located between the Farmhouse and Main Barn. 2 units with private terraces and your own hot tub.
The Stone Barns are opposite Timber Stables and these 4 units offer cosy accommodation for couples or families, one with bespoke bunkbeds. All with gorgeous Farmhouse garden views.
Muddy walks or rainy days with your four legged friend, please make use of our Dog Wash Area located by the Timber Stables.
Our Reception is within Main Barn, where you will be greeted by our Guest Relations Team to welcome you to Louma Country Hotel. You will also find Little Louma Soft Play Area located in the lower ground floor area.
Guest Parking Area where you will also find an EV charging point. Please contact Guest Relations for use.
Our Wellness Barn and Spa is a short walk from the Farmhouse. Home to two serene swimming pools, a state of the art gym and tranquil sauna.
Our 2 treatment huts are situated behind the Wellness barn. Relax and enjoy a personalized treatment in our handbuilt huts.
The Furrow is nestled behind the Farmhouse, with its own private garden and side gate. Perfect for groups or families.
Hand crafted from locally sourced materials in the nearby Blackdown Hills, come and stay in one of four Shepherds Huts. Snuggle up in front of a woodburning stove and watch the stars through the skylight above.
Take a moment to come and wonder through the rows of seasonal crops. Sunflowers towering out of the ground amid stems of colourful planting. You may even spy the odd rabbit!
The Herb Garden is situated behind the Farmhouse and our Chefs have the perfect supply of fresh ingredients, right outside the back door.
The beautiful wooden glasshouse, where all our flowers and vegetables start their life. You will always find a members of the garden team busy at work, whatever the weather!
Our glorious boarders behind the Farmhouse spring into bloom, creating a heady mix of colour and texture all year round. Our lawn is home to garden games over the warmer months, and our firepit offers stargazing and views down to the sea.
A simple boardwalk runs alonside the Farnhouse Pond. Brimming with widlife there is always something to see.
Our Dog Exercise Area provides plenty of secure space to let your dog run free, off lead. Located on the path behind the Wellness Barn next to the Outdoor Play Area.
Let imaginations run wild at Louma Country Hotel, with our brand-new Timber Play area nestled amongst the woodland. Come and explore Lower Woods, where little adventures become big memories.
Built by a local maker in 2022 our Cow Barn is home to our Yoga and Pilates classes. Emerse yourself in this tranquil space overlooking the vineyards below.
Top Vineyard - You will find our blocks of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Divico, Pinot Gris & Pinot Meunier
Get ready for outdoor adventures at Guppy’s Playground, a charming wooden play area designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and plenty of fun. Whether it’s a daring pirate voyage, a secret hideaway or simply racing down the slide, Guppy’s Playground is made for big adventures, happy memories and endless fun.
Welcome to Spence Plantation. If you look hard enough you may just spy a bunny rabbit or reindeer hiding amongst the trees.
Check with the Guest Relations Team for updates on seasonal activties across the Louma Estate.
Bottom Vineyard - You will find our our blocks of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier & Chardonnay
Sandford Stables - Paddock area
Sandford Stables offers riding and lessons for all ages and abilities. Please contact Guest Relations for further details
Sandford Stables - Equine Sand School
Located bebind the Glasshouse in the Cider Orchard, you'll find the Louma Bees.
The perfect place to just be amongst nature here at Louma and with a gorgeous view
Our Oxford Sandy & Black pigs can be found behind Main Barn next to the Poly Tunnels. Come and say hello.
Farm to fork is our ethos, this is where the magic happens in our two polytunnels. From seasonal vegetables to fresh cut flowers.
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how to get there
- Our nearest Train station is Axminster, Devon, with hourly trains directly from Waterloo, Clapham Junction, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids.
- Arrange a direct private transfer in a Louma vehicle from the station.
From Heathrow Airport (LHR): Take the Heathrow Express to London Paddington, then the Underground to Waterloo, and continue by train to Axminster (see train directions above). Or arrange a direct private transfer in a Louma vehicle for a comfortable journey of around 2 hours 45 minutes by road, depending on traffic.
From Exeter Airport (EXT): Louma Farm and Retreat is about 50 minutes by car. Private transfers can be arranged on request.
From Bournemouth Airport (BOH): Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car, with private transfers available for a seamless arrival.
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- From the A303, follow the exit for the A356 to Crewkerne.
- Follow the A356 through Crewkerne Market Street, then follow the B165, towards Lyme Regis, south for 10 miles.
- Continue through the village of Marshwood and take a left after the turning for Fishpond at Portobello Cross, through the white gates.
- Continue onto Champernhayes Lane for 4 miles until you reach Louma.