| Cottage sleeping 4 (CAALM) , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ from 338
Sleeps: 4 |
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| NEWLY CONVERTED STABLES IN DELIGHTFUL DORSET VILLAGE This newly converted stable is perfectly positioned in the village of Stour Row to enjoy the delights that Dorset has to offer. Skilfully done the external remains largely unchanged whilst the interior offers spacious modern accommodation. Only 3 miles away steeped in history and tradition the market town of Shaftesbury offers breath taking views and the warmest of welcomes. The town is the main shopping and service centre for the surrounding area and provides a range of facilities. The High Street is renowned for its selection of independent specialist retailers while also being home to multinational chains. You can also visit Shaftesbury’s Goldhill made famous by the Hovis advert. Todber Manor is just a short walk away and offers 6 well stocked lakes for coarse fishing. Alternatively you can enjoy the nearby golf courses and driving range. Other attractions include Sherborne Castle which contains a splendid collection of art furniture and porcelain. Enjoy incredibly close encounters with some of the world’s most amazing animals in the drive through Safari Park at Longleat with Longleat House widely regarded as one of the best examples of high Elizabethan architecture in Britain and one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. Each bedroom offers integral storage. Bathroom: family size with there is a shower installed over the bath and WC. Lounge/diner: with TV Freeview and DVD. Kitchen: with cooker microwave fridge freezer and washing machine. Outside: enclosed garden with BBQ and seating area. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen tea towels towels electric and central heating included. Regret no pets or smoking in the property. Location: shop 2 miles pub 1.5 miles. |
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| Ryecross Farm Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 183- £514
Sleeps: 4 |
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| Ryecross Farm Cottage is just half a mile from Shaftesbury, surrounded by idyllic farmland. Built in stone, the cottage has recently been converted to offer accommodation for up to 4 people, all on one level. There is a shared garden that offers fantastic views across the Blackmore Vale and the potential for al fresco dining during the summer months. The owner also owns a private fishing lake which you can use through prior arrangement. This cottage offers a haven in which to get away from it all but, if you are seeking night-life or a restaurant, then Shaftesbury is within easy access. |
| It was founded 1100 years ago by King Alfred who built a fortified settlement here ad went on to build the Abbey which draws tourists throughout the year. Gold Hill is one of the most famous locations in Shaftesbury and in one of the cottages that sits on its top, you’ll find the Town Museum which holds samples of the buttons which once made Shaftesbury so famous. Lying on the border of Wiltshire, staying in Shaftesbury also puts you within easy reach of other attractions, such as Stonehenge, the Compton Abbas airfield and the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. About 5 miles north-east of Shaftesbury are the remains of Wardour Castle, which has never been restored since it was besieged during the English Civil War. Half an hour away are the fossilised beaches of Lyme Regis and Charmouth. |
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| Thornhill , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 167- £398
Sleeps: 3 |
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| Thornhill has been decorated to a very high standard with elegant furnishings and pictures as well as more books than you could read in a year. It has one double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with corner bath and hand held shower attachment. The living area is open plan with a fitted kitchen as well as shared use of a garden with your own furniture. Thornhill is an ideal base for discovering Thomas Hardy country, as this area is rich in heritage and history being just a short drive from both Shaftesbury and Sherborne with its historic Abbey and Castle, and if you fancy venturing a little further afield, you are not too far from Bath and Salisbury as well as the World Heritage site of Stonehenge. |
| Lying on the border of Somerset and Dorset and near the banks of the River Stour, sits the quaint village of West Stour. Just four miles from Gillingham and seven miles from the pretty town of Shaftesbury, West Stour is on the edge of Blackmore Vale, the setting used by Thomas Hardy in Tess of the D’Urbevilles. This part of the country is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and anglers and walkers as well as those who just crave a peaceful holiday and is rich in historical houses and castles. |
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| Primrose Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 170- £499
Sleeps: 5 |
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| Set on the border between Somerset and Dorset in the outskirts of Henstridge, this single storey cottage has been skilfully converted to offer comfortable, well-equipped accommodation. With two bedrooms, this stylish property is able to sleep five people and offers a wet room shower, a separate kitchen and views from the rear across the beautiful, surrounding countryside. The cottage is also well positioned for all the amenities of the village, and the activities on offer in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. |
| Found right on the border between Somerset and Dorset, the little village of Henstridge is located at the head of the lush Blackmore Vale, used as a setting in Thomas Hardy's 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles'. Set in glorious countryside, Henstridge is well served by a shop, pubs, restaurants and a cafe and also offers a variety of stunning walks and fine views. The village itself is idyllically between Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire and is within a short drive of Sherborne - famous for its abbey and castles and as the home of Sir Walter Raleigh. Close by are a number of National Trust properties - including the Stourhead House and Gardens – whilst also within easy reach is the hilltop town of Shaftesbury - best known for the picturesque Gold Hill. The beautiful cathedral city of Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath and The Dorset Heritage Coast are also accessible, making this a wonderfully varied holiday spot. |
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| Bluebell Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 144- £390
Sleeps: 2 |
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| Bluebell Cottage is situated on the outskirts of Henstridge village – a small rural settlement on the border between Dorset and Somerset. As one of three holiday homes, this charming single storey mid terrace offers a stylish open-plan living-area, one double bedroom and a luxurious wet room with shower. Local amenities such as the village shop, pubs, restaurants and café are all within easy walking distance, though for a wider variety of establishments, the historic town of Sherborne is also close by, making this a great location for your holiday, no matter what time of year. |
| Used as the backdrop to Thomas Hardy's ‘Tess of the D'Urbervilles’, the lush Blackmore Vale is also home to the little village of Henstridge, situated on the border of Somerset and Dorset. Henstridge itself has a village shop, pubs, restaurants and a café. It also offers lovely walks accompanied by fine views in the glorious countryside. The historic town of Sherborne is just a short drive away and was once home to the famous Sir Walter Raleigh. The National Trust operates a number of properties in the area such as Stourhead House and Gardens whilst the cathedral city of Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath and The Dorset Heritage Coast are all in the near vicinity. This is a great base from which to explore Somerset and Dorset. |
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| Rose Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 173- £433
Sleeps: 3 |
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| This grade II listed mews cottage – one of six – can be found at the end of a private driveway in the heart of the picturesque village of Hindon. On the border between Dorset and Wiltshire, this cottage is situated in a conservation area and dates back 150 years. This sympathetically restored holiday-home accommodation comes with a wood-burning stove in the pretty sitting room in addition to a well-equipped fitted kitchen. The cottage is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is within easy reach of Stourhead, Longleat, Shaftesbury, Stonehenge and Salisbury. |
| The peaceful and quiet village of Hindon quietly sits on the border of Wiltshire and Dorset in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just six miles from the historic town of Shaftesbury. This charming village of quaint cottages is home to two former coaching inns renowned for their excellent menus and exceptional selection of real ales. Hindon also boasts a great local shop whilst the surrounding countryside and gently undulating chalk downlands provide a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities. The local area is full of other towns worth visiting too and these include picturesque Stourhead, historic Shaftesbury and Longleat. The ancient, mysterious site of Stonehenge is also within easy driving distance whilst the wonderful cathedral city of Salisbury makes a great destination for a day trip. |
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| Cottage sleeping 4 (DUNCL) , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ from 320
Sleeps: 4 |
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| FAR REACHING VIEWS OVER OPEN COUNTRYSIDE This large spacious detached property nestles within the owner's 8 acre site and has far reaching countryside views in most directions from the property. An ideal position for touring both Dorset and Somerset there are a range of popular attractions to suit all tastes within a short drive and these include Longleat Cricket St Thomas Old Wardour Castle Stourhead House and Gardens Fleet Air Arm Museum numerous National Trust properties and more. The immediate area is a must for walkers with some lovely country walks directly from the property. The Dorset coastline is a short drive and there are a wealth of sandy beaches and sheltered coves. In the evenings enjoy a BBQ on the peaceful patio area or eat at one of the many local family pubs serving good food. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: upstairs offers 1 double room approached via an open staircase. Downstairs 1 twin room. Shower room: with WC. Lounge: large room with TV DVD Freeview woodburner and area with books and games which is perfect for children. Kitchen/diner: well-equipped farmhouse-style with cooker fridge dishwasher and microwave. Utility room: with washing machine. Outside: large lawn area and patio with seating and BBQ. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen and underfloor heating included. Electricity on £1 coin meter. 1 dog welcome. Location: beach 40 minutes pub and shop 1 mile. |
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| Wagoners Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 900 - £ 1299
Sleeps: 6 |
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| Cottage sleeping 2 (WAGCO) , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ from 252
Sleeps: 2 |
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| 1 OF 2 COTTAGES PERFECT LOCATION FOR EXPLORING DORSETThese cosy but well-appointed cottages are nestled in the grounds of Bowden Farm where the owner lives and a warm welcome awaits you but your privacy is assured. Bowden Farm is easily accessible making it an ideal base throughout the year for a weekend break or a touring holiday. Dorset has something for everyone with countless picturesque villages the market towns of Shaftesbury (5.5 miles) and Gillingham (3 miles) and the historic cities of Salisbury and Bath. You will be spoilt for choice for walks as Dorset’s beautiful landscape of rolling chalk downland and hidden valleys affords wonderful walking. There is also a wide selection of attractions: Longleat Safari Park Cricket St Thomas Stourhead House and Gardens along with much more.Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels and electric included. Electric panel heating downstairs and night storage heating in the bedrooms. Regret no smoking. Location: pub 1 mile shops 3 miles Bournemouth's sandy beach 1 hour drive.Wagon Cottage offers ONE bedroom: double with en-suite there is a shower installed over the bath and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan area with a TV and DVD. Kitchen has an electric oven hob microwave fridge and washing machine. Outside: enclosed garden with patio and seating. Amenities: 1 small dog by arrangement.The other property at Bowden Farm is COBCO |
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| Cottage sleeping 2 (COBCO) , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ from 252
Sleeps: 2 |
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| 1 OF 2 COTTAGES PERFECT LOCATION FOR EXPLORING DORSETThese cosy but well-appointed cottages are nestled in the grounds of Bowden Farm where the owner lives and a warm welcome awaits you but your privacy is assured. Bowden Farm is easily accessible making it an ideal base throughout the year for a weekend break or a touring holiday. Dorset has something for everyone with countless picturesque villages the market towns of Shaftesbury (5.5 miles) and Gillingham (3 miles) and the historic cities of Salisbury and Bath. You will be spoilt for choice for walks as Dorset’s beautiful landscape of rolling chalk downland and hidden valleys affords wonderful walking. There is also a wide selection of attractions: Longleat Safari Park Cricket St Thomas Stourhead House and Gardens along with much more.Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels and electric included. Electric panel heating downstairs and night storage heating in the bedrooms. Regret no smoking. Location: pub 1 mile shops 3 miles Bournemouth's sandy beach 1 hour drive.Cobble Cottage offers ONE bedroom: double with en-suite there is a shower installed over the bath and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan area with a TV and DVD. Kitchen has an electric oven hob microwave fridge and washing machine. Outside: enclosed sun-trapped patio and seating. Amenities: regret no pets.The other property at Bowden Farm is WAGCO |
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| Cottage sleeping 4 (THCOP) , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ from 338
Sleeps: 4 |
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| PERFECT CHOICE FOR TOURING THE WHOLE OF DORSETThe Coppers is a two-bedroom cottage placed just a few miles south of the market town of Shaftesbury in the rolling downs of the North Dorset countryside. Originally built for the Dorset Constabulary back when every small village had its own police house it has now been sensitively renovated over an 18-month period and brought thoroughly up to date whilst paying respect to its heritage as an integral part of the community. Situated on the road to Shaftesbury you will be ideally positioned for touring the whole county with the Jurassic coastline and long sandy beaches being easily accessible. There are attractions to suit all tastes which include Sherborne Castle Longleat Safari Park and numerous National Trust properties and gardens.The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: situated upstairs and both with good countryside views: 2 doubles. There is also a useful additional room downstairs with fold down double bed for additional sleeping. Shower room: upstairs with WC. Lounge: feature room with TV DVD and open fire. Kitchen: modern and well equipped with American style fridge/freezer cooker dishwasher washing machine and microwave leading to dining area with additional seating area overlooking garden. Outside: large enclosed mature gardens with small covered pond. Amenities: off-road parking for 1 car and additional road parking adjacent. Bed linen electric and central heating included. 1 dog by arrangement. Location: beach 23 miles pub and shop within 1 mile. |
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| Cowslip Cottage , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 170- £499
Sleeps: 5 |
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| Set on the border between Dorset and Somerset in the outskirts of Henstridge, this single storey cottage has been skilfully converted to offer comfortable, well-equipped accommodation for up to five people. The property offers a stylish wet room shower, two bedrooms and an open-plan living area with views across the beautiful surrounding countryside. The cottage is idyllically situated for all local amenities and is within easy driving distance of the main attractions in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. |
| Situated on the border between Somerset and Dorset, the village of Henstridge is located at the head of the lush Blackmore Vale, used as the setting of Thomas Hardy's 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles'. Surrounded by glorious countryside, Henstridge is well served by a shop, pubs, restaurants and a cafe and offers numerous trails for cyclists and walkers along scenic country routes. Ideally located for exploring Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire, the village is within easy reach of the historic town of Sherborne, famous for its abbey, castles and as the home of Sir Walter Raleigh. Close by are a number of National Trust properties including the stunning Stourhead House and Gardens, whilst the nearby hilltop town of Shaftesbury, best known for the picturesque Gold Hill, is also within easy reach. With the beautiful cathedral city of Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath and The Dorset Heritage Coast all just a short drive away, this is a wonderfully diverse location. |
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| 4 Victoria Cottages , Shaftesbury |
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Price: £ 170- £426
Sleeps: 3 |
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| Number four, Victoria Cottages is a grade II listed building, set in the sleepy hamlet of Hindon. On the border of Dorset and Wiltshire, this cottage is only six miles from the historic town of Shaftesbury. With one double bedroom and one single, which can be converted into a twin or double room on request, the cottage is a great place to spend a week with friends or family. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this cottage is a great home from home, no matter what the time of year. Whether you’re looking for a base for a summer of hill walking, or a cosy winter cottage with a fireplace, this lovely little property can accommodate your needs. |
| Ideally positioned on the border between Dorset and Wiltshire, and situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the peaceful and quiet village of Hindon is only six miles from the historic town of Shaftesbury. Full of pretty, quaint cottages this picture-perfect village boasts two former coaching inns, locally renowned for their great menus and large selection of real ales, as well as a well-stocked local shop. With the gently undulating chalk hills of the local countryside, you can be sure of ample of local walking opportunities in the area, with many different places to visit along the way. With the mysterious Stonehenge close by, and Salisbury Cathedral within driving distance, this area hosts a number of wonderful, historic tourist attractions and is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy. |
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