Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location

Top rated by guests

Kitchen has washing machine, dishwasher, fridge / freezer and gas hob and stove

Back garden looks out onto a wonderful view of Dorset countryside

The Cottage is the second in a small and quiet terrace of 4 houses

10.0Outstanding

(34 Ratings)

"This is the perfect home away from home for relaxation after a day touring the countryside, and we were very grateful to have enjoyed it for two weeks. The owner, Stanley, provided detailed instructi..."

Stephen M.

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10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

House in North Dorset District

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this house rental

This beautiful terrace cottage is owned by a renowned travel writer & contains decorations from all over the world - as well as a myriad of books! There are 2 bedrooms, a cosy lounge with open fire and a large airy kitchen & dining area. French windows lead from the kitchen to the garden which is small, a little wild, but much loved -- there is plenty of room to have lunch outside but you might struggle to organize a five-a-side football tournament. There are beautiful views from the end of the garden southwards towards the Dorset Downs. As well as the kitchen and living room, the downstairs has a small book-lined library, a bedroom with two single beds and a guest loo. Upstairs is a large landing with a divan or day bed that could be used to accommodate a fifth person, or perhaps just for afternoon naps, a double bedroom and a large family bathroom with bath, sink, bidet and shower. The house stands on a quiet road on the edge of an even quieter village. There are plenty of walks from the front door. There is WiFi throughout the house, TV and DVD, a stereo system for CD's and all necessary equipment and facilities, including a gas hob, in a well-stocked kitchen. Weekly guests will find a welcome pack of essentials on arrival to get them started, including a bottle of wine, and the kitchen contains all the usual stuff like tea, coffee, salt, pepper, olive oil, etc etc that guests are welcome to use.

Amenities at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

13.9 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

33.4 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

36.2 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

30.6 mi

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Top rated by guests

10.0Outstanding

(34 Ratings)

Stephen M.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

House in North Dorset District

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

13.9 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

33.4 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

36.2 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

30.6 mi

About this house rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

This is the perfect home away from home for relaxation after a day touring the countryside, and we were very grateful to have enjoyed it for two weeks. The owner, Stanley, provided detailed instructions on how to reach it, and in the house is his booklet with details on places to visit nearby, and instructions on how to operate the appliances. Stanley kept in touch with us as our arrival date neared, and answered any questions promptly. The house itself is filled with many interesting books, travel artefacts from around the world, and cozy nooks in which to enjoy them. The kitchen has all the appliances and utensils needed if you like to cook, and we enjoyed good meals there with food from local farm shops. Stanley gave advice about which shops to visit and destinations we told him that we wanted to see. While relaxing in the house, birds in the back garden kept us entertained, and there's a nice view over the downs with a bench on which to enjoy a drink at the end of the day. The location was convenient to reaching the stately homes and quaint towns in the region. All in all, the place added a lot to our enjoyment of the trip.

10.0 / 10.0

A home from home. Comfortable, peaceful and with everything we needed. We would love to stay again. In a rural location but also close to lots of interesting places with a car.

10.0 / 10.0

Stanley's house was perfect. I cant understand some of the reviews that claim some of the furniture is a bit worn.... the house has charm and has the sense of travelling around the world (which Stanley has) without ever leaving and feeling extremely helpful. Special thanks for the hat from your collection for the wedding i attended (which i returned). Would definitely recommend

10.0 / 10.0

What a lovely home from home. Stanley is a travel writer so the house is full of interesting books and artefacts from all his travels. We loved the quirkiness of the property and the peacefulness of the location. Popped to Stourhead, Sherborne castle and did lots of lovely walks nearby. A thoroughly enjoyable stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Comfortable house and pretty garden in very quiet area in easy reach of interesting, scenic places.

10.0 / 10.0

We very much enjoyed our vacation in Fifehead Magdalen. Very nice and cosy house with a beautiful view. Happy to come back.

10.0 / 10.0

Fifehead Magdalen is a beautiful little hamlet in the Blackmore Vale. Very rural , but close to many attractions in North Dorset and the bordering counties. Good farm shop and convenient petrol station Spar supermarket close by. We especially loved the more unknown Minterne Gardens and Athelhampton House and Gardens. The cottage is a heaven for book lovers and travel enthusiasts, so we immediately felt at home . As the owner is about the same age as us , we also loved the CD Collection and more than often listened to (e.g.) an old Simon and Garfunkel disc at the large kitchen table with a mug of coffee and lovely morning sunshine. That said, the living room is a bit dark during the day and the sofa and easy chair were old and lovely but sagging a bit. The cottage has a lovely lived in feeling and was decorated in a travel vibe theme with travel memorabilia , but cluttered (in a good way). So do not expect contemporary uncluttered chic. The cottage was very clean, but wear and tear can be seen. Not a purpose build holiday property but a real home you seem to have been given to stay in for a while by a trusting friend. Lovely country views from the back part of the back garden (bench) , but not from the patio because the garden shed is blocking the view. Absolutely great property to immerse yourself for a few days in , to quote from the guest book, “ the library of Dorset”.

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely stay in a very well loved home, very well lived in home. Some of the furniture could do with renewing sadly. We slept in single beds as only one double but I think these are more suitable for young children or teenagers The owner Stanley a travel writer was helpful, and very well accommodating with all questions before our stay and directions. Our overall stay was good, we used the cottage as a base for days out which suited us.

10.0 / 10.0

We simply love Stanley’s place. Everything was perfect to us : the books, the house nicely decorated, the location (near from shops and beautiful villages), the walks everywhere, the lovely garden. It was the perfect size for the 3 of us. Stanley provided many wonderful recommandations for pubs, walks, sightseeings. His neighbors are very friendly. It’s like visiting a friend’s house with everything you need, and the feeling of being truly welcomed. We will definitely come back!

10.0 / 10.0

This is a very personal property full of books and artifacts one might expect given the owner is a travel writer, we loved it. It's a quiet location but a good jumping off point for visits to NT properties and important towns and cities of this area of Dorset. Possibly not a property for toddlers but definitely for adults and slightly older children. Good walks starting from around the cottage, otherwise a car required for visits and entertainment.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely cottage in idyllic surroundings. Amazing views from the garden and very homely property close to many places of interest. We loved it x

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(18 Ratings)

2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne

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in Goathill, near Sherborne

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Looking for the perfect place to call home during your trip to North Dorset District? This Cottage offers a comfort and style with top-notch amenities, including No pets allowed, Family friendly and Non-smoking, and more.

Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location

House in North Dorset District

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About this house rental

Amenities at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location

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Nearby attractions

House in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

About this house rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location?

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