Log Cabins to RentBig fields, rolling countryside and the stunning Jurassic coast, rich with fossils, make Dorset a beautiful and fascinating place to visit. With abundant wildlife, ancient woodlands and the South West Coast Path National Trail running through, it's a great place for walkers and naturalists. Lots of historic houses and gardens to visit too.
This cottage is one of three cottages which nestle within a pleasant spot, allowing you to explore the stunning scenery of the surrounding countryside and of the Jurassic Coast. There are many public footpaths within a short drive, numerous coastal paths and inland bridleways, and many picturesque villages with great pubs where you can enjoy a drink and a good meal. The area is famed for its many beautiful and popular beaches including Chesil Beach which stretches for eighteen miles. There are many attractions which a short drive are just away, including Weymouth with its Sealife Centre, Abbotsbury Swannery, Monkey World, Dinosaur Museum, Lulworth Cove, Lulworth Castle and Durdle Door. In the evenings, relax in the enclosed garden or visit one of the three pubs which are less than a mile away. Stepping into this delightful single storey barn conversion, you will find yourself in the light and airy open plan lounge/kitchen which has lovely views over the enclosed garden and countryside beyond. The lounge is snug and bright, tastefully furnished and complete with a TV/DVD. Heading over to the kitchen area, there is an electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine and microwave. You will find a separate, cosy dining room which is perfect for enjoying leisurely meals with family and friends. Exploring this delightful accommodation further, there are two comfortable bedrooms. Firstly, there is a double room which has an en suite shower and WC, and there is also a zip and link twin which can be made into a super king upon request at time of booking. Completing the accommodation is a bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC. Heading outside via the patio doors from the living area, you can relax and sit back at the end of the day in the pleasant enclosed garden which has a patio area and seating, perfect for al fresco meals and drinks. Ample off road parking is available.
The charming village of Walditch makes a great base for exploring Dorset s Jurassic Coast, with plenty of stunning clifftop and coastal walks to enjoy. Within 1 mile is the scenic Jellyfields Local Nature Reserve where you can walk amongst beautiful surroundings, ideal for nature lovers. West Bay is just 3 miles away and offers a glorious beach and impressive cliffs, with Golden Cap in the distance. There are numerous beaches and pretty towns and villages further along the coast, including Burton Bradstock (3 miles), Eype (3.5 miles), Seatown (6 miles), Charmouth (9 miles), and Chesil Beach (15.5 miles). The thriving market town of Bridport (1 mile) has a choice of shops, pubs and restaurants. Turning inland, places of interest include Eggardon Hill (5 miles), Lewesdon Hill (7 miles), Pilsdon Pen (8 miles), Forde Abbey (13 miles) and Lambert s and Coney s Castle (10 miles). Entering this charming former granary, which has been sympathetically converted using environmentally friendly materials, you will find yourself in the light and stylish open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Retaining original features including exposed stonework and wooden beams, this is a welcoming and relaxing living area. The lounge features a TV/DVD, comfortable seating and a wood burner. There s a delightful dining area, perfect for enjoying a family meal together. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. A small freezer is located in the under stairs cupboard. From the lounge a slope leads down to the ground floor twin bedroom which has a stone floor and a small inset feature window. There is also a shower room on the ground floor complete with shower and WC. Heading upstairs you ll find a spacious double bedroom with a vaulted ceiling with its original A frame, exposed beams, oak floor and historic granary tallies. There is also an en suite bathroom complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. Stepping outside you can sit back in the front courtyard which has an unenclosed, partially screened area. There is ample off road parking available.
Situated in the heart of Dorset s beautiful landscape of rolling hills and open farmland affording wonderful walking, there are a network of footpaths directly from the property. The area offers a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and a coastline which has world heritage status. The pretty market town of Shaftesbury, which itself is home to Gold Hill, known to many as Hovis Hill as it was used in the 70 s television adverts for Hovis bread, is 5 minutes away. The popular seaside resorts of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth are also worth a visit. Other attractions include Hayes Motor Museum, Longleat House and Safari Park, the beautiful gardens at Stourhead House, Salisbury Cathedral, Yeovilton Air Arm Museum and Monkey World. We are now delighted to welcome this fantastic home into our stylish and sought after collection of Joules properties. The superb open plan kitchen/diner will now have Joules quintessentially British crockery for mealtimes with other lovely accents peppered throughout the house. Entering the property from the terrace, you are met by a beautiful lounge/kitchen/diner with an impressive apex ceiling, exposed beams, sliding doors and oak flooring. Here you can relax and enjoy the countryside views while snuggled up in front of the wood burner. Enjoy watching your favourite programme on the Smart TV or take time to enjoy a DVD. The impressive kitchen is very well equipped and is perfect to try out some new recipes or cook some old family favourites using the breakfast bar/island. The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, Lavassa coffee machine, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher. The utility room has a fridge/freezer, washing machine and plenty of space for storing muddy boots. Leading from there are the ground floor bedrooms starting with the king size with TV and beautiful views, the second super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request at time of booking) has a dressing room, TV and en suite bathroom with handheld shower over bath and WC. You will then come to the third bedroom a cosy twin with TV, a great room for children. There is also a wet room with shower and WC conveniently located on this floor too. Heading upstairs you will find a king size bedroom with a TV. All four bedrooms are beautifully furnished and all king size rooms boast countryside views. Venturing outside, you will find a private terrace directly outside the lounge/kitchen/diner doors, perfect for outside dining with garden furniture, BBQ and a wonderful wood fired hot tub. There are large shared gardens all enjoying the fabulous countryside views. Have fun in the shared open sided games barn with table tennis and table football. Ample off road parking is available in the gravelled parking area.
This stylish former coach house is conveniently situated on the A31 which is the main access route to Ringwood to the north east (19 miles) and Bere Regis heading west (4 miles). Whichever direction you take, an abundance of unspoilt countryside is never far away, making this an ideal property for those wishing to tour this unique county, with the stunning Jurassic Coast also within 15 miles. Visit the market town of Blandford Forum (8.5 miles) or historic walled Wareham (8 miles) where you can find a good selection of amenities as well as pretty riverside walks. Village stores can be found in Lytchett Matravers (3.5 miles) and Sturminster Marshall (4 miles) and just next door is a popular pub. There is also a fishing nearby (0.3 miles) A gated shared driveway gives access to this detached single storey property, which sits beside the A31. Adjacent to the owners home, yet with privacy assured, an entrance door leads directly into the striking open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with TV. This light and bright room has a vaulted ceiling and is well designed to create comfortable areas for both relaxing and dining. To the left is a section of the original stalls, with the contemporary kitchen area tucked behind it. This well equipped space has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and tumble dryer. Heading across the open plan living space will take you to the bedrooms. The first is a cosy twin and the second an inviting double. The bedrooms share a bathroom, which has a bath and WC. Heading outside via double doors from the lounge area you will find a generous lawn. There is a brick paved patio and off road parking for two cars.
Situated in the heart of Dorset s beautiful landscape of rolling hills and open farmland affording wonderful walking, there are a network of footpaths directly from the property. The area offers a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and a coastline which has world heritage status. The pretty market town of Shaftesbury, which itself is home to Gold Hill, known to many as Hovis Hill as it was used in the 70 s television adverts for Hovis bread, is 5 minutes away. The popular seaside resorts of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth are worth a visit. Other attractions include Hayes Motor Museum, Longleat House and Safari Park, the beautiful gardens at Stourhead House, Salisbury Cathedral, Yeovilton Air Arm Museum and Monkey World. There is a Vineyard within walking distance from the property which offer lunch and evening meals, sweet treats and offers tours around the beautiful Vinyard. Entering the property from the private terrace you are met by the charming galley kitchen, which leads to the beautiful open plan lounge/diner with oak flooring and exposed beams. Here you can cosy up in front the wood burner and watch the Smart TV or your favourite DVD.The lounge/diner leads to the well equipped galley kitchen with an electric oven and hob, Lavassa coffee machine, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and door to the private terrace. There is also a wet room with shower and WC, conveniently located on this floor too. Heading upstairs you will find two bedrooms, a king size bedroom with dormer window, TV and a twin zip and link (which can be made into a super king size on request) with TV. There is also an additional bunk bedroom with TV which can be prepared for a small extra cost at time of booking. These beautiful bedrooms all boast countryside views and character features including exposed stonework and beams. There is also a bathroom on this floor with a bath, separate shower and WC. Venturing outside you will find a private terrace directly outside the kitchen door, perfect for outside dining with garden furniture and a BBQ and a wood fired hot tub. There are large shared gardens all enjoying the fabulous countryside views. Have fun in the shared open sided games barn with table tennis and table football. Ample off road parking is available in the gravelled parking area.
Set in a rural position within a collection of three similar properties, this charming conversion is ideally situated for taking in the local attractions, with the historic village of Abbotsbury and the towns of Bridport and Beaminster both within easy reach. Set in the beautiful rolling countryside of West Dorset there are many walking and cycling routes running directly from the property, taking in the wonderful scenery this picturesque spot is known for. Stroll through quiet lanes and fields to the village of Mosteron, where you can find a shop and pub. The beautiful Jurassic coastline, with popular sites including West Bay and Lyme Regis is also accessible by car. A long gravel driveway leads to the properties and three steps lead from the shared courtyard into this end of terrace single storey property. Once inside you are met by a light and bright open plan lounge/kitchen/diner boasting an abundance of character features including exposed stonework and timber beams. If you can tear your eyes away from the lovely views, this is the ideal spot to settle down beside the wood burner with a good book or perhaps turn on your favourite programme on the Smart TV. The country style kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. A central breakfast bar is perfect for casual dining. Leading on from here you will find a beautiful king size bedroom and contemporary en suite shower room and WC. With all of your comforts considered and more character features to be admired, you are sure to have a restful night s sleep here. Heading outside you can relax around the bistro table and chairs, this is the perfect spot for enjoying a drink outdoors or simply enjoying the view. There is also a further shared seating area with garden furniture and a BBQ, as well as a 2.5 acre paddock where guests can try to spot some of the local wildlife. There is off road parking for two cars within the shared car park, next to the property.
Located on a 150 acre family run farm, the surrounding land is home to horses, sheep, ducks and geese, offering a great taste of laid back rural life. Some fabulous walks and cycle rides can be discovered in the local area, passing pretty villages including Cerne Abbas with its famous hillside chalk figure. The owners also have a private pond in a lovely secluded spot which can be fished all year round, ideal for fishing enthusiasts. The property is almost equidistant from the historic market towns of Dorchester and Blandford Forum, offering boutique shopping facilities with independent shops and galleries. Other attractions and places of interest accessible from here include The World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, namely Lulworth Cove and Lyme Regis, Milton Abbas and it's famous abbey, Monkey World, The Tank Museum, Corfe Castle, Abbotsbury Swannery, the abbey town of Sherborne. Inside, the breathtaking accommodation is open plan yet separated into cosy areas through exposed beams and pillars. In the modern and sleek kitchen area you will find an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Once prepared, enjoy meals at the dining table beyond, which is a light and airy area featuring full length windows. Two steps down from this area take you to one of the two welcoming lounges, where you will find comfortable sofas, a wood burner and glass doors opening onto the decked balcony. Also on this floor are the two beautifully presented bedrooms, each displaying exposed beams and brickwork and carefully chosen antique furniture. The Master bedroom features a super king size zip and link bed, which can be made into twins on request, as well as a day bed and pull out single bed for children. This spacious and beautifully presented bedroom also has an en suite bathroom, which is approached by three steps and boasts a roll top bath, exposed stonework and feature stone sink. The second bedroom has floor to ceiling windows and features a king size zip and link bed which can be made up as a twin on request. Completing the ground floor is a separate wet room with a shower and WC. When it s time to snuggle up in front of a film, head up to the first floor where there is a second lounge with a TV and Sky TV (basic entertainment package), DVD and comfy sofas, including a sofa bed. This is a cosy and warm space with lots of character featuring slanted ceilings, exposed beams, wooden pillars and large Velux windows from which you can enjoy far reaching countryside views. Heading outside is a split level decked balcony which stretches across the front of the property. Looking out to the farmyard, this sunny spot is perfect for enjoying summer meals sat around the large garden table. There is an indoor fitness/exercise pool which is located in a building just across the farmyard and is available for guests to hire at an additional charge. Also outside the property is ample off road parking in the yard.
Tucked back from the road heading through the hamlet of Wigbeth, this contemporary barn conversion was completed in 2019 and is ideally placed for exploring the local area. With easy access to both Hampshire and Dorset and a short distance from Cranborne Chase, there are fabulous walking and cycling routes nearby, with stunning views over picturesque countryside. For a spot of retail therapy and essential supplies head to the market towns of Wimborne and Ringwood. There is no shortage of things to do here with Badbury Rings, Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest National Park all within easy reach. The sandy beaches of Bournemouth and Poole are also accessible by car. A path leads to the detached barn from the parking area. Once inside you are met by a stunning open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with full height vaulted ceiling. Picture windows to the rear flood the room with light and a fireplace with wood burner will instantly make you want to linger a while. This inviting space is cleverly divided and is the perfect place to unwind after a day spent exploring as it has a Smart TV. The stylish kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. Leading on from here you will find an impressive king size bedroom with a free standing bath and separate walk in shower set into the room. A door leads to an en suite WC. Heading outside you will find an enclosed garden with a covered wood fired hot tub, patio area, furniture, charcoal BBQ and artificial lawn. Located directly outside of the lounge/kitchen/diner, it s the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors. There is also a shared paddock available to use, ideal for picnics and dog walking. There is dedicated on site, off road parking for two cars 20 meters from the front door.
Situated down a quiet lane in a rural setting, this stunning detached barn has been restored to the highest standards and boasts far reaching countryside views. Nestling in 800 acres of Dorset farmland, this superb property offers fantastic rural walks from the doorstep and the quaint, historic village of Yetminster is just one mile away along the country lanes, which offers a pub, shop and local café. The perfect base for exploring this idyllic part of the county, the local area boasts a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and World Heritage status coastline along the Jurassic Coast. For a spot of retail therapy, the picturesque towns of Sherborne and Dorchester are both within easy reach, while culture lovers should head for one of the many nearby National Trust properties and grounds. For beach lovers, head to the popular seaside towns of Weymouth with its sandy beach and the harbour town of West Bay. There are many more attractions to visit including Monkey World, Abbotsbury Swannery, Corfe Castle, Bovington Tank Museum, Lulworth Cove and Castle, Durdle Door, as well as gastro pubs and restaurants to try out in the area. Arranged over one level, this delightful property is light and airy with high vaulted ceilings, wooden flooring with underfloor heating, exposed beams and floor to ceiling windows which allow the light to flood in. In the spacious and modern kitchen area you will find an electric oven and hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Enjoy relaxed meals around the dining table which sits in sunlight nearby and overlooks the patio outside. After a long day exploring the surrounding countryside, unwind on the comfortable sofas in the lounge area and enjoy a good book from the bookshelf, watch a film on the Smart TV/DVD, or simply relax and listen to the iPod dock. There are two beautifully decorated bedrooms, each displaying exposed beams, elegant window shutters and wooden flooring. Both bedrooms are en suite for your convenience and there is also a Smart TV in each room. One bedroom is a super king size with an en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC. The other bedroom benefits from a super king size zip and link bed, which can be made into a twin on request, along with an en suite wetroom with WC. Moving outside there is a spacious enclosed gravelled garden with a south facing patio, table and chairs, sun loungers and a BBQ for enjoying slow summer afternoons. There is also a shed for storing bikes and surfboards during your stay. Ample off road parking is available.
Set in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, midway between the historic towns of Sherborne and Shaftesbury, this is an ideal touring base. Both these towns offer something for everyone with a good selection of pubs, cafes and shops. Visit Shaftesbury s famous Gold Hill, Sherborne s beautiful Abbey and Castle. There is an abundance of routes suitable for walking within this picturesque landscape. Accessible attractions include Stourhead, Salisbury Cathedral, The Longleat Estate, Stonehenge and Haynes Motor Museum, the Jurassic Coast, Corfe Castle, Dorchester, Weymouth, Monkey World and the Tank Museum. A shared driveway leads to the private gated entrance into this semi detached property. Once inside you are met with a generous hallway with a useful separate WC. There is a farmhouse style kitchen/diner to your left, which is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. A pantry houses the freezer. This sociable room has two dining areas, ideal for leisurely family meals. Heading back into the hallway you will find a utility room with washing machine and an inviting lounge with TV and wood burner. Stairs rise from the hallway to the first floor. There is a pretty twin bedroom set to the front adjacent to a family bathroom. There are three bedrooms set to the rear. The first a charming double with en suite shower room. The second also a double boasts a fantastic en suite bathroom/dressing room. The third is a light and characterful bunk room. All enjoy far reaching views with large picture windows. Heading outside via the hallway to the rear there is a patio with furniture and lawn with lovely views. To the front of the property, there is ample off road parking and a further generous enclosed lawn.
