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 charming former dairy is part of a collection of four properties set within the beautiful countryside of West Dorset. The local village, Mosterton has a pub and shop or visit the pretty historic village of Abbotsbury, The Cerne Abbas Giant and the market towns of Bridport and Beaminster, which are all within easy reach. Close to Lewesdon Hill and Pilsdon Pen there are many walking and cycling routes near to the property, which take in the wonderful scenery on offer in this picturesque spot. The stunning Jurassic coastline, with popular sites including Lyme Regis and Charmouth is also accessible by car, making it the ideal base for touring. A long gravel driveway leads to the properties and three steps lead from the shared courtyard into this terraced 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 with a Smart TV and contemporary en suite shower room with shower 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, approximately 20m from the property, unloading is possible directly outside of the property.
Set alongside the road heading through the hamlet of Wigbeth, this contemporary barn conversion was completed in 2018 and is ideally situated for taking in the local attractions, with Wimborne Minster, Badbury Rings, Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest National Park all within easy reach. Set near the Dorset/Hampshire border and a short trip from Cranborne Chase, there are many scenic walking and cycling routes that run directly from the property, taking in the breath taking views on offer in this picturesque spot. Take a trip to the market towns of Wimborne or Ringwood, ideal for an afternoon spent browsing. The beautiful beaches of Bournemouth and Poole are also accessible by car from here. On entering the detached barn originally built in 1680, you are met by a stunning open plan living area incorporating the kitchen/diner/lounge with full height vaulted ceiling. Bi fold doors to the rear flood the room with light and a striking circular fireplace with wood burner will instantly make you want to linger a while. This sociable space is cleverly divided and is the perfect place to unwind after a day spent exploring, in the lounge area you can enjoy relaxed evenings in and watch a film on the Smart TV. The stylish kitchen area is well equipped with a double electric oven and induction hob, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, fresh ground coffee machine and washer/dryer. There is also a separate WC. Through the lounge area you will find a double bedroom with en suite shower and WC and a king size bedroom with wet room style shower set into the corner of the room and a separate WC. The first of two staircases, this one a spiral, leads you up to the first floor from the kitchen area. Here you will find an impressive king size bedroom with vaulted ceiling, views over the lounge and an en suite shower and WC. A second staircase rises from the lounge area to a mezzanine with snug, views over the lounge, a Juliet balcony and a comfy sofa this is the perfect spot to relax with a good book. Leading on from here is a super king size zip and link bedroom (which can be made up as a twin on request) with a Juliet balcony and en suite shower and WC. Heading outside you will find an enclosed garden with a patio area with a great outside kitchen that includes a 2 ring hob, a sink and plenty of worktop space, garden furniture, charcoal BBQ and artificial lawn. Located directly outside of the spacious living area, it s the perfect spot for enjoying al fresco dining. There is an enclosed shared paddock ideal for picnics or dog walking.
Set within a collection of four properties in idyllic countryside surrounds, this former dairy is perfectly located for exploring the many local attractions nearby including the historic village of Abbotsbury with its Swannary and Sub tropical gardens, plus the vibrant towns of Bridport and Beaminster. From the property you can take one of the many walking and cycling routes that weave through this picturesque part of the county, taking in landmarks such as Pilsdon Pen and the Cerne Abbas Giant. The nearby village of Mosterton offers a shop and pub, or why not travel slightly further afield and take a trip to the stunning Jurassic coastline, with popular sites including West Bay and Lyme Regis being accessible by car. A long gravel driveway leads to the properties and three steps lead from the shared courtyard into this terraced 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 with shower 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, approximately 10m from the property (unloading is possible directly outside of the property).
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this property rests in a peaceful location along a private road. Don your boots and take stock of the local area with a number of walks and trails nearby, offering lungfuls of fresh air with a backdrop of jaw dropping scenery. For a stroll with a purpose, the local pub is less than 0.5 miles away and in easy walking distance for a bite to eat. Further afield you can drive to Bridport (4 miles) and Dorchester (11 miles) to check out the plethora of shops, restaurants and attractions. Walk across the forecourt and open the door into the entrance hall. Here you can abandon boots and coats and make your way inside. Located on the ground floor, there are a number of great family spaces for both relaxing and socialising. A large room, the lounge/diner is home to comfy seating as well as a desk and a dining table. Turn on the TV to catch up on the morning news or choose a film for the whole family. A light and airy space, the lounge offers comfort throughout the day whether you are chatting away or taking a moment to curl up with your book. Accessed either via the lounge or the hallway, the kitchen is also on the ground floor. A homely space equipped with all manner of appliances and utensils, the kitchen comes furnished with an oven and electric hob, a fridge/freezer, a microwave, a dishwasher, a washing machine and more. Underneath the stairs, the ground floor bathroom includes a walk in shower cubicle. Upstairs, three pretty bedrooms and another family bathroom await. Arranged as 1 double and 2 twins, the bedrooms provide a welcome retreat at the end of the day. Outside, an enclosed courtyard is an ideal space for summer afternoons sizzling sausages on the BBQ. You can also explore the owners grounds too, which include stocked fish ponds. There is ample off road parking.
Located in the tranquil village of Upwey and set on a small holding with sheep and chickens, this property offers a wide network of walking and cycling routes from the doorstep, which weave through spectacular countryside, as well as the convenience of nearby Weymouth and its many attractions. This traditional seaside town has a sandy beach backed by shops, cafés and restaurants. The historic harbour is also well worth a visit, where you can take a boat trip or try your hand at fishing. The area is also rich in history, being home to the Victorian Nothe Fort and ancient ruins of the cliffside Sandsfoot castle. Why not take a trip to Portland, with its traditional lighthouse and stunning 16th century castle? Or explore the rugged pebble swathes of Chesil beach. Tucked back from a shared driveway, this single storey property is accessed via a level path from the parking area. There is a level access into the welcoming entrance hall, with an attractive light and airy double bedroom to be found on the right. Heading left will bring you into the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. This contemporary open plan space has been cleverly thought out and offers a stylish lounge area with Smart TV and a well equipped kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge with ice compartment. There is space to enjoy leisurely meals just opposite. There is a useful utility cupboard with a washing machine and between the hallway and the kitchen area is a contemporary shower room with level access shower and WC. Taking the door from the lounge area or heading back through the hallway leads you into the garden, which has a patio space with furniture and a lawn planted with established shrubs and trees to provide privacy. An off road parking space is available to the front of the property.
Located at the end of a farm lane and less than a mile from Seatown beach, you can look forward to many an afternoon lazing by the shore. A shingle beach overlooked by the stunning Golden Cap, this little slice of paradise is easily accessed by walking from the end of the farm lane and picking up the path to the beach. Once you ve had your fill of relaxation, pop into one of three local pubs and indulge in a refreshing drink or filling meal. For a bit more action, visit Bridport (3 miles) and browse the number of shops, restaurants and attractions on offer. Inside the property, the fabulous ground floor is largely occupied up by the spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. A bright and airy space flooded with light, there is a modern, contemporary feel coupled with plenty of home comforts. With two large sofas and two armchairs encircling a coffee table and Smart TV, you can gather around with fresh mugs of your favourite beverage for a natter or catch up on the news. Complete with a wood burner effect electric fire and great views onto the gravelled garden, you can let yourselves totally unwind. If you are a bit of a foodie, you will love the large kitchen area. With a row of worktops and appliances on one side and breakfast bar on the other, there is plenty of space to create a culinary showstopper or sit with a magazine and a mountain of buttery toast. Home to a microwave, a toaster, a kettle, an oven and electric hob, a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher, all stages of meal prep are looked after including the washing up! Also on the ground floor is a downstairs WC. Heading upstairs, you will come to the property s family bathroom which has a bath with a shower overhead and a heated towel rail. Also on the first floor are three bedrooms, featuring a double with its own en suite shower room, a compact double and a single room; bedtimes will be a real treat. Outside, an enclosed gravelled garden has outdoor furniture and a BBQ, ideal for summer days. There are also shared recreational lawns nearby, as well as dedicated off road parking for two cars.
This beautifully converted stable is located at the end of an unenclosed gravelled drive and is surrounded by stone walls, trees and shrubs. It sits beyond the owner s house and outbuildings of the former farm. The property is conveniently located on the lane to the neighbouring village and beach of Seatown and is within walking distance (300 yards) of a pub and local shop. A 7 mile drive down the coast will take you to Lyme Regis, a popular tourist destination where you can visit the Marine Aquarium, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum or even try your hand at a spot of deep sea fishing (season and weather permitting). There are a number of local walks, some of which are on the fossil trails and you can even visit Monmouth Beach (7 miles) to view some impressive fossils on the beach. On entering the property through a wooden stable door, there are bedrooms on either side of the hall. Both are spacious and light double bedrooms, each containing a king size wooden sleigh bed and a selection of attractive wooden bedroom furniture, wooden beams to the ceilings and exposed brickwork features. Each bedroom has a set of French doors leading to the outside terrace, and each has its own en suite with stunning slate flooring, one is a bathroom with a bath and shower over, the other is a shower room. Going further down the hall and up the beautiful oak staircase you enter an open plan space comprising the kitchen, dining area and lounge. The room is light and airy with exposed wooden rafters, brickwork features, sloping ceilings and skylights. There is a comfortable seating area where you can watch the Smart TV, as well as a desk area, dining table and a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. To the exterior of the property, there is a large terrace with a seating area to soak in all the nature surrounding you. There is parking available for one car. Please note, there is a self contained annexe adjacent to this property which can also be booked to accommodate an extra two guests if required. Please contact us for more information.
Comfortably nestled into the grounds of a farm amongst the Dorset hills this cottage is perfect for quiet couples break. With the picturesque rolling hills and dales of Dorset right on your doorstep, these cottages are perfect for anyone with a love of the outdoors and great rural walks. The quaint market towns of Shaftesbury, the Gold Hill and Gillingham are both within a 5.5 mile radius. With an abundance of shops, pubs, markets and wonderful walks, you'll be spoilt for choice on your holiday. Stepping through the front door, you'll find a welcoming open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area. The kitchen comes complete with all you need for a self catering escape to the country including an electric oven and hob, fridge / freezer compartment and a washing machine. The lounge area has ample comfortable seating, a nest of coffee tables and a TV/DVD to relax and enjoy your favourite films and TV shows on. Upstairs you will find the bedroom with a king size bed and an en suite bathroom, complete with shower over bath and WC. The property has a night storage heating system for cosy evenings in. Outside there is a rustic patio area with outside seating and a gorgeous view of the Dorset countryside. Home to one of the largest collections of private horse drawn vehicles in the UK, there are two examples adjacent to the property for you to enjoy.
Dorset's beautiful landscape of rolling chalk downland affords wonderful walking, there are a network of footpaths directly from the property. The property is nestled in a rural location with views across the fields where you can often see sheep and horses grazing. For fishing enthusiasts, guests can arrange with the owner to fish on either the privately owned 4 mile stretch of the River Frome or on the private fishing lake which is within walking distance from the property. The area offers a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and a coastline which has World Heritage status. The towns of Dorchester, Sherborne and Yeovil are easily accessible and there are many National Trust properties to visit. The popular seaside town of Weymouth with its sandy beach is a 20 minute drive and the harbour town of West Bay is a 30 minute drive. In addition to this there are many attractions including Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum, Monkey World, Hardy s Cottage and Abbotsbury Swannery. Entering the property from the enclosed terrace you are met by a beautiful lounge/kitchen/diner with an impressive apex ceiling, exposed beams, French doors, oak flooring and impressive chandeliers. Here you can relax and enjoy the countryside views while snuggled up in front of the wood burner. The property is always toasty and warm with underfloor heating throughout. Enjoy watching your favourite programme on the 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. The kitchen has a Rangemaster electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is also a utility room with a useful cloakroom with WC. Leading from the lounge area are two of the four bedrooms, both are super king size zip and links (which can be made into a twin on request at time of booking) with TV s and spacious en suite bathrooms with a shower, bath and WC. Walking back through the lounge/kitchen/diner will lead you to the final two bedrooms again both super king size zip and links (which can be made into a twin on request at time of booking) with TV s and spacious en suite bathrooms with a shower, bath and WC. All four bedrooms are beautifully furnished, with luxury bed linen and boast countryside views. Venturing out of the large French doors from the lounge/kitchen/diner you will find yourself on the private south facing enclosed terrace. A perfect place to enjoy some outside dining with garden furniture, BBQ and fabulous countryside views. Head across from the terrace to the oak framed open summerhouse which has a table tennis table, comfortable garden furniture and a fridge an idyllic peaceful area to relax and watch the sun go down with a refreshing beverage. Ample off road parking is available in the gravelled area. This property can be booked with property code 75243, please see 'need to know' for further details.
Set in a leafy location within a working farm, this spacious former barn has characterful rooms, and is surrounded by fields where the resident highland cows and Portland sheep roam. The pretty village of Stoke Abbott has a beautiful backdrop of rolling countryside including Lewesdon Hill, making it the ideal spot for enjoying a walk or cycle ride right from your doorstep. The stunning Jurassic Coast, where you will find a choice of beautiful beaches, including Lyme Regis, Charmouth and West Bay is a short drive away. For a relaxing day out why not explore one of the many pretty towns and villages that are accessible from here, including Beaminster and Bridport, which offer a great selection of cafes, boutique shops and restaurants. The semi detached property is approached by a long driveway and is set within the farmyard. On entering from the parking area via a couple of steps, you are met by a bright and airy open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and microwave. Here you can enjoy relaxed family meals around the farmhouse style table, before settling down with a film in front of the wood burner. Heading along an inner hallway you will find a spacious king size bedroom and a further twin bedroom with TV. Both rooms make use of the Jack and Jill bathroom, which has a shower the bath and WC. Heading outside you will find a pretty terrace with garden furniture and BBQ. Located directly outside of the kitchen/diner area, it s the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors on a warm summers evening. A few steps from the property is also a large, raised decked area with outdoor furniture. This is shared with the neighbouring cottage and has lovely views overlooking the owner s field. Relax with a drink or dine al fresco while watching the resident lambs in the Spring. There is also a shared utility room in an adjacent block and one off road parking space available within the nearby farm yard.
