Description

With its wide, open layout and minimalist design, the Lugarde Select Wooden Gazebo Dorchester 488x300cm is made for flexible outdoor living. Measuring nearly 5 metres in width, it provides a generous footprint for entertaining, dining, or relaxing, while the enclosed side wall and two rear panels offer well-placed shelter from wind and rain. This balance of protection and openness makes the Dorchester ideal for creating a dedicated outdoor zone that feels light and connected to the garden.

Crafted from 28mm kiln-dried spruce, this model is untreated, giving you complete freedom to personalise the finish. Whether you prefer a subtle stain to show off the wood grain or a bold painted look to match your exterior scheme, the untreated timber is ready for customisation. Clean horizontal panelling, sturdy corner posts, and a flat roofline give the structure a smart, contemporary presence that will suit both modern and traditional garden settings.

With a footprint of 488x300cm, there’s plenty of space for a long dining table, corner seating, or a full garden kitchen setup. Add the optional EPDM rubber roofing to complete your build with a clean, weatherproof finish that requires minimal upkeep and lasts for years.

Also available:

Lugarde Select Wooden Gazebo Dorchester 488x300cm - Brown Wood Oil
Lugarde Select Wooden Gazebo Dorchester 488x300cm - Black Wood Oil

Features:

Guarantee - 5-year anti-rot

Cladding finish - Smooth planed timbers

Floor - No (supplied with pressure treated perimeter floor frame)

Delivered flat-packed for easy assembly

Treatment - Untreated (application of preservative and waterproof coat required)

Optional Extras:

EPDM Rubber Roof

Enhance the durability and weather resistance of your Lugarde gazebo with our high-quality EPDM roofing solutions. The gazebo comes without roof covering, allowing you to either select our EPDM Rubber Roof option or purchase your own roofing felt from a local supplier. Designed to provide superior protection, EPDM is a versatile and long-lasting material that ensures your timber structures remain secure against the elements. Its strong waterproof properties, combined with resistance to UV rays and temperature fluctuations, make it an ideal choice for outdoor use.

Rain Pipe

Enhance your Lugarde Select Gazebo with optional extras tailored to your needs and elevate its functionality. To ensure effective water drainage, choose a Zinc Rainpipe or Plastic Rainpipe set, each designed to fit your gazebo roof (up to 18 m² with a single or double outlet). Both options ensure smooth water flow, safeguarding your structure and surrounding area from water damage.

Plastic floor beams

Upgrade your structure’s foundation with plastic floor beams—a smart, durable alternative to timber. Designed to resist warping, rot, and moisture damage, these beams offer long-term strength without the upkeep associated with wood. They won’t attract pests, don’t require staining or treatment, and remain stable in all weathers. Lightweight yet sturdy, plastic beams also make installation faster and simpler. Plastic is a practical and proven choice for a reliable, maintenance-free base that stands the test of time.

Lugarde Bespoke Service

At Lugarde, you’re in control of your gazebo's design. With their intuitive 3D configurator, you can create a bespoke gazebo tailored to your taste. You can add balustrades and/or walls, choose the style of roof, add a wood treatment, and more. Whether you prefer a sleek, contemporary finish or something more classic, every detail can be customised to suit your vision. Visit our Lugarde page to explore your options.

Make the Most of Your Wooden Gazebo

The Dorchester’s size and layout make it ideal for creating a multi-purpose outdoor hub. The side and rear panels give just enough shelter for year-round use, while the fully open front keeps the structure light, social, and versatile. It’s the perfect setting for garden parties, evening dinners, or quiet afternoons with a book.

Dress it with lighting, heating, and soft furnishings to turn it into a stylish outdoor extension of your home. With its untreated finish, you can make it your own—and with the EPDM roof option, you can make it last.

About Your Order

The Lugarde Gazebos uses wood suppliers that use sustainably sourced timber, underscoring a commitment to sustainable sourcing practices. Its central mission is to deliver fully recyclable products and minimise the generation of waste wood and sawdust. Moreover, any waste wood and sawdust are repurposed for other uses.

Each gazebo is delivered as a ready-to-assemble kit as individual logs, complete with all necessary fixings, a detailed construction manual, ensuring a seamless setup process from start to finish. The gazebo has a 5-year anti-rot and 12-month manufacturer's warranty to enjoy it for many seasons.

Please note: Images may show accessories and furnishings; these are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase. 

Does A Gazebo Require Planning Permission?

The gazebo designs have been created to adhere to planning permission guidelines. However, we cannot guarantee that you will not need planning permission for a gazebo. We advise checking with your local authorities before constructing your garden gazebo.

Gazebo Base

We recommend that the gazebo is sited on pre-laid, level, solid and dry ground. A foundation of hardcore, compacted, and concrete to give a stable and even footing for your veranda to sit on. You can request 'Guidelines for Preparing a Concrete Base' through our 'Contact Us' Section. This gazebo is supplied with comprehensive fitting instructions and fixings provided (anchor kits are not supplied). Two people are required to complete the build.

Gazebo Aftercare

The Lugarde Gazebo is supplied untreated. To ensure you enjoy your gazebo for many seasons, you must apply a preservative and waterproofing topcoat immediately after installation. These treatments, followed by yearly gazebo treatment, will maintain the high-quality finish and retain the 5-year anti-rot warranty. A 1-year manufacturer's warranty is included as standard.

To treat the wooden gazebo, elbec recommends Protek wood treatment. Browse our Protek Royal Exterior Wood Finish Paint range to find the best paint colour to add your personalised finish. We have selected some of the best-selling Protek Royal Colours and the highly recommended Protek Wood Preserver+ as an option on this page.

About Lugarde

Lugarde has over 40 years of experience creating high-quality wooden structures such as summerhouses, log cabins, and gazebos, emphasising sustainability with PEFC-certified wood. Their product range features hundreds of popular designs, including models that can be highly customised to meet individual needs without compromising value. Lugarde is renowned for offering many free extras, including double glazing, roofing options, and 3-point locks, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. They also boast innovative assembly systems and a solid network of trusted dealers.

When you choose a Lugarde building, you're selecting a blend of bespoke design, sustainable quality, and exceptional value, all backed by decades of expertise and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This ensures not only a durable and aesthetically pleasing structure but also an investment that truly enhances your living space.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE MADE TO THE KERBSIDE OR DRIVEWAY. This product is delivered flat-packed in individual logs directly to your home and comes with a set of instructions to assist with assembly.

Booking Delivery

Deliveries are made using a Moffett forklift by the manufacturer's chosen carrier company. Towards the end of the delivery timeframe, you will be contacted by the carrier company via text message (if a mobile number is provided) or by telephone to arrange a delivery date.

Prior to Delivery

The estimated delivery lead time for this product is displayed on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday to Friday) and exclude Bank and Public Holidays. These estimates are provided by the manufacturers and, while not guaranteed due to fluctuations in demand, they are given in good faith and represent the expected delivery time. Please note that delivery to some remote areas may take a little longer.

Upon Delivery

We recommend not arranging for a third party to install the building until it has been delivered and all parts have been checked. We cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Orders with Assembly 

Delivery and assembly will occur on separate days. Our manufacturer's chosen installation company will contact you with an assembly date. The installation option may extend your lead time by up to 10 working days. Please use our Contact Us form to obtain a quote for assembly from our Sales Team.

Specification

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The Lugarde Select Wooden Gazebo Dorchester 488x300cm offers a spacious, open-front veranda with one side wall and two rear panels for partial enclosure. Supplied untreated, it’s a versatile structure ready to be tailored to your outdoor style. Key features include:

• Minimalist design with robust craftsmanship
• Pent roof
• Enclosed side and rear walls
• Easy DIY assembly kit – includes installation hardware