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Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Marnhull sleeps 9.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Sleeps 9
Accommodation overview: Lovingly restored, this distinctive 400-year-old adjoining cottage boasts all modern facilities yet retains unique period features and charm. With a beautifully landscaped garden, it is set in the heart of Hardy country, making a great base to enjoy the country - with walks from the door and also along the Heritage coastline. Sherbourne, Shaftesbury and Blandford are all nearby as are many NT properties and gardens. Shop ¼ mile. Beamed living room with open fire, wooden floor, and French doors to garden. Large, well-equipped modern kitchen/dining room with range, stone floor, and French doors to garden. TV room with wooden floor, stone ornamental fire place and French doors to garden. Large entrance hall with stone floor, sofa-bed (for +1) and en-suite shower room with toilet. First floor: Single bedroom/study leading to double bedroom with 6ft bed and en-suite bathroom with modern roll-top bath, spacious shower area and toilet. Double bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Steep steps to second floor: Two bedrooms, each with sloping ceiling; one single leading to double.
  
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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Winkton sleeps 10.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: This delightful, Grade II listed holiday cottage lies in the Avon Valley on the road running through the charming village of Winkton. The end one of a row, it has been furnished and equipped to a high standard, and offers spacious accommodation and has an enclosed part-walled garden. A second living room with TV and video makes this ideal for families.
The Avon Valley Path lies a few hundred yards from the cottage. There are many scenic walks to be enjoyed along the Avon Valley, where a wide variety of bird life can be observed within a natural habitat. The village itself is in a designated Area of Special Scientific Interest primarily for the river and the abundance of bird life. Nearby lies picturesque Christchurch (approximately 2 miles), a pretty priory town with its own quay and harbour providing local boat trips. A short drive away is the lively beach resort of Bournemouth with its many sandy beaches, together with many welcoming bars, shops and seaside attractions. Local beaches approximately 3 miles.
The cottage is situated on the edge of the New Forest where wild ponies roam freely among miles of heath land and there are many places of interest to visit within the area, such as the village of Burley, Exbury Gardens and Beaulieu Motor Museum. Regular ferries to the Isle of Wight depart from the famous royal yachting town of Lymington, and slightly further afield is Southampton, a port steeped in seafaring history, with good shopping facilities, and a contemporary art gallery. The historic cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury are within easy reach. Three good local pubs all serving food are within walking distance (nearest 100 yards). Shop 1 mile. Beamed living room with open fire and wooden floor. Dining room leading to conservatory with terracotta floor. Fitted kitchen with butler sink. Family room with TV. Separate toilet. Two staircases (one spiral) to first floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with bidet. Two twin bedrooms. Bunk bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath mains shower and toilet. Shower room with toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Symondsbury sleeps 4.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Nestling in the peaceful village of Symondsbury, this 200 year old barn conversion, standing detached, is ideally located to explore the wonderful World Heritage Jurassic Coast between Lyme Regis and Bridport with its superb scenic coastal walking. Within easy driving lies the market town of Dorchester and the bustling seaside resort of Weymouth, there are many attractions to visit such as Abbotsbury Swannery and Tropical Gardens, Forde Abbey and Gardens and much more. Shop 1 mile, pub 250 yards. Large living room. Dining room with open fire. Compact galley-style kitchen with tiled floor. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and TV. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower cubicle and toilet.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Chideock sleeps 7.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 7
Accommodation overview: This charming, spacious, Grade II listed, thatched, detached cottage is set in the delightful village of Chideock. Between Lyme Regis and Bridport, and a short walk from the beach at Seatown and the scenic World Heritage Jurassic Coast, this is an ideal holiday base. Enjoy superb coastal walking, with breathtaking views from Golden Cap, fishing, swimming and fossil hunting, or explore Lyme Regis with its Cobb, harbour and quaint shops, and many other attractions nearby. Shop and pub 400 yards. Living room with open fire. Dining room. Well-equipped kitchen. Sun room. Double bedroom with 6ft zip and link bed (can form two singles on request). Shower room and toilet. Steep stairs to first floor: Large double bedroom with 5ft bed. Twin bedroom. Single bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 25
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Harmons Cross sleeps 25.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 25
Accommodation overview: This large detached holiday home is located in the village of Harmans Cross, between the Jurassic Coastline, a designated World Heritage Site, and the picture postcard village of Corfe Castle. The vineyard was established in 2000, the vineyard has some 3000 vines. The on-site winery enables the wine grapes to be harvested, pressed and vinified into wine that truly is Chateau bottled. Tours can be organised by prior arrangement. Food hampers, casks and ½ casks of local beer and wine can be pre-ordered. The bedrooms are inviting, unique and individual - designed with relaxation in mind; they all feature hand sprung mattresses, deep baths or spectacular power showers. Many of the rooms have balconies overlooking the vineyard, steam railway and views of the panoramic Purbeck hills. This accommodation has been furnished using the finest contemporary fabrics, fittings and furniture.
The Swanage steam railway can be seen passing by along the bottom of the valley close to the vineyard and one of the stops is at near by Harmans Cross station. The line runs from NT Corfe Castle along to Swanage. The seaside town of Swanage is popular all year around, with the coastal paths, Dulston Country Park, a sandy beach, promenade and small pier. Activities which can be enjoyed locally include horse riding, sailing, golf, tennis, diving, windsurfing and sea fishing. There is also an RSPB reserve at Arne near the Saxon town of Wareham. Popular places to visit include Blue Pool, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, NT Brownsea Island, Monkey World and Bovington Tank Museum. A little further a field are the larger seaside resorts of Sandbanks, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The Sealife Centre, Abbotsbury Swannery and Athelhampton House and Gardens are easily accessible. Garage/shop 500 metres. Shops/pubs and local restaurant 1 mile. Library/foyer with space for wet boots and comfy seats. Living room with open fire and patio doors. Second living room with bar area. Dining room with large extenable mahogany tables. Large newly renovated well-equipped kitchen with large gas hob and built in double cooker and American style firdge. Utility. Double bedroom with 5ft bed, additional cabin bed (for +1 child under 10 yrs) and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet, leading to twin bedroom, with en-suite shower room with toilet. Two separate toilets. First floor: Five double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed, French doors to balcony and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet, one with four poster bed and larger balcony. Double bedroom with 5ft bed, additional single bed (for +1), additional cabin bed (for +1 child under 10 yrs) and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Further double bedroom with 5ft bed. Double bedroom leading to twin bedroom (for +2) with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower, shower attachment and toilet. All bedrooms with TV. All balconies with views of vineyard and Purbeck Hills.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Winfrith Newburgh sleeps 4.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Only 3 miles from the beauty spot of Lulworth Cove, with spectacular rock formations at Durdle Door, this delightful cottage offers very attractive and comfortable accommodation, with its own garden bordering open countryside. One of a small row of Grade II listed, 17th-century thatched cottages , it nestles in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is Hardy country, with Dorchester (8 miles) the centre of events in The Mayor of Casterbridge. Weymouth 11 miles. Shop 200 yards, choice of good pubs serving food nearby. Charming, beamed sitting/dining room with open fire in inglenook fireplace. Well-equipped beamed kitchen with utility area. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Steep stairs to first floor: Open access from landing to twin bedroom leading to double bedroom, each with sloping ceiling and beams.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Cerne Abbas sleeps 2.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: This unique and enchanting property is part of the historic buildings of Cerne Abbey, formed as Benedictine House in 987 AD, overlooking the abbey courtyard with large gardens nearby. The abbey itself is privately owned, and guests can enjoy the grounds and wander freely. The property is in the pretty village of Cerne Abbas, famed for its dominating chalk carving of the Cerne Giant - thought to be carved in the hillside some 1500 years ago. Tucked away within the beauty of the Dorset Hills, miles of lovely walks can be enjoyed, including the village trail. Puddletown, Tolpuddle and Thomas Hardy’s picturesque Piddle Valley are within easy reach. Travelling further afield are miles of sandy beaches and some of Dorset’s Jurassic coastline. Shop and three pubs serving excellent food, 100 yards. Cosy sitting-room. Old pine kitchen/dining room with open fire and beamed ceiling. First floor: Pretty, spacious, beamed double bedroom with lovely views to both east and west. Spacious bathroom with large corner bath and toilet.
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Sleeps 15
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Dewlish sleeps 15.
Features include: • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 15
Accommodation overview: Situated in the pretty village of Dewlish, surrounded by the rolling Dorset hills, these two highly individual and beautifully converted 18th-century farm buildings occupy a quiet corner of a courtyard on the edge of a
500-acre dairy and arable farm. Both are full of charm and character and are set around a shared outdoor heated swimming pool. Manor Farm Barn is detached, the larger of the holiday properties, and is arranged over three floors, offering eight en-suite bedrooms. The spacious living room has a beamed ceiling and French doors out to the courtyard, and there is a large, well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with range. Churn House offers four bedrooms, and boasts attractive brick and flint walls with pine panelling in the kitchen/dining room. Each has its own patio with furniture and bbq, shared use of a games room and access to acres of unspoilt woodland. Children will enjoy watching the farm activities, with ducks and hens on site. There are bridle paths extending from the farm and many lovely walks to enjoy, with several inns nearby and a village pub just 150 yds away. The area is rich in history, and the landscape featured in Thomas Hardy’s novels. Nearby is Tolpuddle, made famous by the Tolpuddle Martyrs, Clouds Hill (NT) where Lawrence of Arabia lived, and Athelhampton, a 15th-century manor house set in fine gardens. The Dorset Coast is only 12 miles away, with unspoilt chalk cliffs, and the notable beauty spot of Lulworth Cove. Shop 11/2 miles.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Isle of Purbeck sleeps 7.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Garden • Sleeps 7
Accommodation overview: These two magnificent listed buildings offering wonderful character holiday accommodation are in a residential area just a mile away from the lovely sandy beaches of Swanage Bay. Newton Manor House dates back to the early 1600s and is built from local Purbeck stone. Lovingly restored by the present owners, the house has retained much original charm and features a profusion of ornate oak panelling and wood carvings. The principal rooms overlook the serene landscaped gardens, while the first and second floor rooms offer far-reaching views across the small seaside town of Swanage, to the sea and coast beyond. Newton Hall dates back over a thousand years and is originally believed to have been a Saxon barn. Altered during the 19th century to form a grand hall to the attached manor house, it has a beautiful walled garden with sunken fish pond, accessed via an old coach house. An ancient cupola adorns the vaulted ceiling of the hall. For larger groups a ‘secret passage’ can be opened to connect the two properties, and the main reception room of Newton Hall can be transformed into a stunning banquet-style dining hall for special occasions.
The town of Swanage nestles peacefully amidst the beautiful Isle of Purbeck countryside, and is set betwixt the Heads of Durlston and Studland, sloping gently down to the water’s edge. This small pleasant resort has an array of restaurants, interesting shops and a small theatre, not to mention spectacular floral displays in the parks and gardens. In season, pleasure cruisers leave the pier daily, bound for Poole, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. The Lifeboat Centre at Pervil Point is open to the public and fascinating to visit, whilst Durlston Country Park provides magnificent cliff walks and views of Anvil Point Lighthouse. A trip aboard Swanage’s restored steam railway also makes for a fun day out, winding its way through pretty scenery to the ruins of Corfe Castle.
Fine coastal walks extend round Studland Head, to the coveted Blue Flag beach in the north, whilst the South West Coastal Path leads to Kimmeridge, Tyneham and West Lulworth in the west, much of which is National Trust land and rich in local flora and fauna. The larger seaside resorts of Poole and Bournemouth are just a ferry ride away, boasting a huge range of shops, theatres, museums, cinemas, and restaurants. The entire coast is excellent for trying out all manner of watersports - windsurfing, water-skiing, yachting and surfing to name just a few. Fishing and tennis are available a mile away in Swanage, and a local golf course can be found nearby. Shop ¼ mile.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Litton Cheney sleeps 4.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Nestled in the pretty little village of Litton Cheney, set back from the beautiful Dorset coastline, this adjoining thatched holiday cottage is tastefully decorated and has a real cottage feel to it - with a coal-burning stove, beamed rooms and a small stream running by the front door. Burton Bradstock, Abbotsbury, the beach at West Bay, and the market towns of Bridport and Dorchester, offering shops, inns, restaurants and a weekly market, are all within a short drive. Shops 3 miles, pub 1 mile. Living room with coal-burning stove/dining room with compact fitted kitchen area. External utility/toilet. First floor: Two bedrooms; one double and one twin, with shared en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Beamed throughout. Coal-burning stove - initial fuel inc, therafter avail locally
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Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Ridge sleeps 5.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: Nestling in a peaceful hamlet this pretty, well furnished Edwardian cottage is surrounded by rolling heathland and boasts beautiful views. Adjoining another property, the cottage enjoys a delightful garden overlooking meadows. Activities available locally include walking, bird-watching, sailing, golf, diving, wind-surfing and exploring or relaxing on Studland’s sandy beaches. Local places of interest include Corfe Castle, Blue Pool, Brownsea Island and Arne RSPB nature reserve. Attractions close by for children include an open farm, ape sanctuary, toy museum, steam train, seaside and much more. Shop ¾ mile. Step to entrance. Living room with open fire. Dining room/conservatory. Farmhouse-style kitchen. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Utility. Steep stairs to first floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedroom with additional single bed (for +1) and en-suite toilet.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Bridport sleeps 8.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Set in a stunning cliffside location with spectacular views of Charmouth Bay and Lyme Regis, this beautiful property offers uninterrupted coastal views as far as Torquay some 50 miles away. The New England-style, single-storey house and annex is ideal for a larger party of friends or two families holidaying together. It offers the convenience of being just ¾ mile from beautiful Charmouth, and the seclusion of being nestled between the sea and miles of National Trust land, as well as the South West Coastal Path. Everything about this property is well thought out with a strong design focus on comfort and seaside living. Charmouth, which is on the doorstep, is famous for its beaches, fossil hunting, pubs (¾ mile), restaurants and shops. Visitors can explore the beaches and spectacular footpaths along the world famous Jurassic Coast taking in the breathtaking views from the 626ft Golden Cap (which is the highest point on England’s south coast). It forms part of the 2000-acre National Trust Estate. Nearby is picturesque Lyme Regis (4 miles) with its legendary Cobb and ancient harbour (setting for the famous book and film The French Lieutenant’s Woman). It has an array of quaint bookshops and galleries amongst its rambling narrow lanes. There are plenty of offers of fishing trips, boating, swimming and windsurfing. Further afield, Abbotsbury Swannery and the famous sub-tropical gardens can be visited, or Weymouth with its Sea Life Centre, Deep Sea Adventure, Time Walk and sandy beach. There are many historic houses and gardens within easy driving including Mapperton Gardens, Forde Abbey, Montacute House and Compton Gardens. For families there is fossil hunting on the beaches but also Crealy Theme Park near Exeter, Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park, or the cathedral city of Exeter. Honiton, Sherborne and Dorchester also make for good visits. Shops ¾ mile. Main house: Large living/dining room with open fire, wooden floor, sea views and conservatory with patio doors to large deck. Well-equipped kitchen with combi m/wave oven, further oven, hob, Rayburn and natural stone floor. Two bedrooms, each with sea views; one double with brass bed, one twin. Single bedroom. Natural stone fully tiled bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Separate toilet. Hallway to annex: Open-plan living/dining room/kitchen with countryside and sea views. Double bedroom. Single bedroom. Shower room with toilet.
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