I wonder when reading some of the reviews, if members and users can actually read the information supplied regarding this caravan park. Some of the reviews, and caravanners, we have met would be better suited to a hotel break, where they can complain to their hearts content. The popularity of caravanning, especially since the pandemic, seems to have attracted an 'interesting' selection of people. Nowt strange as folk. My wife and I love Smedmore House caravan park, the views and walks are fantastic and the dogs love it. The seasonal people are a great bunch too and bit by bit you get to talk to them. The ground is well kept but can get boggy after a lot of rain. Many pitched require significant chocking but there is plenty of tree sections scattered around. The ring of trees, at times of the year, can give a bit wake up call when 'cones' drop from the branches onto the 'van roof. The electric hook ups are plenty and easy to get at with a good voltage. The water and waste points are not too far away and in good condition. The site is not really 'young' family friendly unless they can make their own entertainment and the TV signal is intermittent but generally fine. Access to anywhere is a drive away, or a long walk, and the road leading in and out is a bit 'holey' as it is used by farm traffic too. You are in a good spot for visiting this area, nice and central and closeish to Weymouth, Dorchester, Lulwort and Durdle Door and Swanage. The lack of clubhouse is a great benefit as it keeps the noise down and the 'rif raf' away. Some of the reviews seem to lament the lack of clubhouse and also complain of the occasional event at the house. The events do not cause a lot of noise pollution and always end early enough not to be an issue, unless you are 'that' sort of person. It is mentioned in carious places so if it is a problem to you, go somewhere else and moan about something else. The road leading to the site, is a little narrow and hilly with pinch points but with care even the biggest outfit can negotiate it if you know how to drive. We, and the dogs, like it hence returning many times. If it isn't for you, go somewhere else and leave Smedmore House alone. We've only seen the warden once in many visits, but the chap who keeps the grass cut we have seen many times and he is always friendly and polite. Overall, we understand this site is not to everyones liking but it is VERY well described so there should be no surprises if you bother to read reviews and the information supplied. Most of thie issues experienced by other are easily avoided IF you read the information. Some people just like to moan I guess. The benefits FAR outweigh and detriments, and it is our go to place for a lovely break.