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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £271 to £523
Self catering accommodation in Thorncombe sleeps 2.
Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Fishing nearby • Easy Walk access • Pub near by sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Bordering both Devon and Somerset in a gloriously unspoilt and peaceful location at the end of a farm road these delightful cottages are set on a non working farm with stunning views across a west Dorset landscape. The cottages are set around a large courtyard each with its own patio decking and enclosed garden. This setting is a paradise for walkers with the Wessex Ridgeway passing the door and for fishermen with the owners' private lake for coarse fishing 300 yards away. The picturesque medieval port of Lyme Regis lies just 11 miles to the south on the World Heritage Jurassic coast which extends from Swanage via Lulworth Cove to Beer and Branscombe and beyond. Other places of interest within easy reach include Montacute House Cricket St Thomas wildlife park Cerne Abbas Giant the historic market town of Dorchester and Weymouth with its many attractions. Shop/P.O. ½ mile pub serving food 1½ miles.
Large open plan sitting/dining room with oil 'wood burner effect' fire doors to decking and modern fitted kitchen area. Narrow stairs to first floor: Double bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).
Phone enquiries:
0844 847 1143
  
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1500 to £2350
Self catering accommodation in Christchurch sleeps 8.
Features include: • Wheelchair access • Beach nearby • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: IDEAL FOR 3 GENERATION FAMILY GROUPS GUESTS WITH RESTRICTED MOBILITY.400 METRES LEVEL STROLL TO SANDY BEACH SATURDAY CHANGEOVER FOR 2011, FRIDAY CHANGEOVER FOR 2012Seaways is a detached house with level access and a ground floor super- king or twin en-suite bedroom . Situated in a very sought after area to the east of Christchurch Harbour. This lovely chalet style house is 400 metres level stroll along a tree lined avenue, on an asphalt pavement, from Steamer Point and Avon Beach. The elegantly furnished property is the perfect holiday home for beach lovers, explorers of Thomas Hardy country or the New Forest/Isle of Wight area and for all 3 generation family groups or guests with restricted mobility. Close by are superb cliff top walks, National Trust properties with beautiful gardens and numerous attractions including Bucklers Hard, Beaulieu, Paulton's Park, Alice in Wonderland Family Park, and Christchurch Priory. Christchurch offers shops, restaurants, cinema and leisure facilities. In the evening you could BBQ in Seaways fully enclosed private garden with seating and summer house, or just stroll to the local pub. Seaways has FOUR bedrooms: 1 ground floor super-king-size or twin with en-suite shower room and WC and double doors opening straight onto the fully enclosed rear patio/garden. Upstairs is 1 double, 1 twin and 1 bunk bedroom. Bathroom: family size with shower over bath and WC. Separate WC off entrance hall. The lounge, dining room and kitchen/breakfast room are all on the ground floor. Lounge: with TV, DVD and Freeview, hi-fi with MP3 input and coal effect gas fire. Dining room: separate. Kitchen/breakfast room: well- equipped with hob, double oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryers and microwave. Outside: enclosed garden with seating and BBQ. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen, electric and central heating included during April to September and an extra heating supplement of £100 per week during October to the end of March. Towels for hire. Regret no pets. Additional info: Security deposit of £500 for non fair wear and tear items which is returnable post departure subject to inspection. Both the heating supplement and the security deposit are payable in advance directly to the owner. Location: beaches, shops, pubs and a golf course all well within a 15 minute level walk.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £397 to £921
Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 6.
Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Amidst beautiful rolling hills and tranquil Dorset countryside this delightful property (the left half of the manor house shown in the photograph) boasts its own private garden with a small stream running through it. Set on the owners' organic farm it also offers very spacious comfortable and attractive accommodation as well as the opportunity to enjoy tennis and lovely walks. The surrounding landscape is dotted with picturesque villages and it is an easy drive to the sea at the charming port of Lyme Regis (8 miles). Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park and Forde Abbey Gardens are both less than 7 miles distant whilst Yeovil home to the Fleet Air Arm Museum and also a dry-ski slope is 12 miles. Montacute House a magnificent Elizabethan manor in the care of the National Trust lies within a short drive as do several other interesting houses and gardens. Horse riding golf cycle hire sailing and sea fishing are all available nearby. Village shop and pub serving food in Broadwindsor 2 miles.
Entrance hall. Attractive and spacious sitting room with rug on flagstone floor and open fire. Utility room. Cloakroom/W.C. Up five steps to modern fitted farmhouse style kitchen with oil Aga electric cooker dining area and walk in larder. Steep stairs to first floor: Twin bedded room. Double bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. with bidet. Up five steps to second double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C.
Phone enquiries:
0844 847 1143
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Sleeps 16
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Swanage sleeps 16.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 16
Accommodation overview: This magnificent listed building offers wonderful character holiday accommodation in a residential area just a mile away from the lovely sandy beaches of Swanage Bay and a large selection of restaurants and shops. Newton Manor House dates back to the early 1600s with walls and roof built from local Purbeck stone. While having been fully modernised, the house retains a lot of its original charm with 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.
The town of Swanage nestles peacefully amidst the beautiful Isle of Purbeck countryside, and is set between 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.
Magnificent coastal walks extend north from the town to the National Trust sandy beaches at Studland while 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. Hall. Spacious beamed living room with open fire and double doors linking to dining room with seating for 16. Sitting room with TV. Spacious well-fitted kitchen. Games room with pool table and TV. First floor: Beamed double bedroom with 5ft bed and a sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only), sloping ceiling and en-suite bathroom with toilet. Double bedroom. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with toilet. Shower room with toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and additional day bed (for alternative sleeping only). Two twin bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with toilet. Shower room. Third floor: Twin bedroom in attic.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299
Self catering accommodation in Fiddleford sleeps 6.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Located in Fiddleford, between Sherborne and Blandford Forum, surrounded by open countryside with walking from the door and along the River Stour, this converted detached barn offers well presented, single-storey holiday accommodation and a feature viewing/coffee area with lovely views across the Dorset countryside and Hambledon Hill. There are many attractions within easy driving distance and the south coast resorts of Poole and Weymouth are easily accessible. Fishing ¼ mile down the lane. Shops 1 mile. Beamed living room with wood-burning stove, vaulted ceiling and wooden floor. Beamed kitchen/dining room with electric range and steps to raised viewing/coffee area. Utility. Double bedroom with 5ft bed with TV and en-suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet. Two twin bedrooms with shared en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet (connecting door from each side can be locked).
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Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £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 3
Weekly price range £226 to £523
Self catering accommodation in Thorncombe sleeps 3.
Features include: Games Room • Pub Close By • Fishing On Site • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access
Accommodation overview: In beautiful countryside bordering Devon and Somerset these charming courtyard cottages are set within the grounds of an elegant Georgian farmhouse (previously part of neighbouring Forde Abbey estate). The cottages are cosy and well appointed and share 8 acres of lovely grounds encompassing meadows orchard a bubbling stream and pond (unfenced so toddlers beware!). Carp fishing is usually available on the pond by prior arrangement and Chesil Beach is a great favourite for beach casting. Bere Farm is home to a handful of farm animals including saddleback pigs Dexter cows sheep ducks and hens and also attracts abundant wildlife such as Barn owls and kingfishers. For children there are guinea pigs to cuddle and a fantastic play area on the main lawn.
The locality has a wonderful array of visitor attractions and places of interest – Abbotsbury Swannery is within easy driving distance as are Montacute House and Barrington Court (both N.T.). The West Dorset Heritage (Jurassic) Coast lies 10 miles away offering superb walking with breathtaking views as well as opportunities for fossil hunting. Coastal towns and villages invite exploration – pretty Lyme Regis with its famous Cobb Charmouth Chiddeock Eype and Bridport with its lively street market. And in nearby Devon Branscombe Beer and Sidmouth's Regency promenade are well worth a visit.
Local produce can be sourced at great farm shops and farmers' markets and there are many fine pubs and restaurants to choose from – the establishments of celebrity chefs Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall Mark Hix Mat Follas and Phil Vickery are particularly popular. Village shops and pubs ¼ mile.
In beautiful countryside bordering Devon and Somerset these charming courtyard cottages are set within the grounds of an elegant Georgian farmhouse (previously part of neighbouring Forde Abbey estate). The cottages are cosy and well appointed and share 8 acres of lovely grounds encompassing meadows orchard a bubbling stream and pond (unfenced so toddlers beware!). Carp fishing is usually available on the pond by prior arrangement and Chesil Beach is a great favourite for beach casting. Bere Farm is home to a handful of farm animals including saddleback pigs Dexter cows sheep ducks and hens and also attracts abundant wildlife such as Barn owls and kingfishers. For children there are guinea pigs to cuddle and a fantastic play area on the main lawn.
The locality has a wonderful array of visitor attractions and places of interest – Abbotsbury Swannery is within easy driving distance as are Montacute House and Barrington Court (both N.T.). The West Dorset Heritage (Jurassic) Coast lies 10 miles away offering superb walking with breathtaking views as well as opportunities for fossil hunting. Coastal towns and villages invite exploration – pretty Lyme Regis with its famous Cobb Charmouth Chiddeock Eype and Bridport with its lively street market. And in nearby Devon Branscombe Beer and Sidmouth's Regency promenade are well worth a visit.
Local produce can be sourced at great farm shops and farmers' markets and there are many fine pubs and restaurants to choose from – the establishments of celebrity chefs Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall Mark Hix Mat Follas and Phil Vickery are particularly popular. Village shops and pubs ¼ mile.
Phone enquiries:
0844 847 1143
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £640 to £1285
Self catering accommodation in Corfe Mullen sleeps 8.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: TRULY UNIQUE PROPERTY IN RURAL DORSET, JUST A SHORT DRIVE TO THE Coasting the heart of the village of Corfe Mullen, just a short drive from Poole and Bournemouth. Perfect for nature lovers, walkers and fishermen. Poole famed for its suburb of Sandbanks with its golden beach, a playground for the rich and famous and the home of the world renowned super yacht builder 'Sun Seeker'. Poole and Bournemouth offers an array of shops and restaurants to suit even the most discerning of guests. There are many National Trust properties and gardens worth visiting including Kingston Lacy, Corfe Castle, Hardy’s Cottage, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve or why not take a ferry from Poole Quay to Brownsea Island. Other attractions include Poultons Park, Sea Life Centre, Alice in Wonderland, Winchester and Salisbury Cathedrals to name but a few. The village of Corfe Mullen has grown up around this stunning character property, originally built in 1418. Lovingly restored to its former glory by the current owner over the last 12 years, with unique and stunning finishing touches meaning no detail is overlooked. Conveniently located on the A31 which allows easy access to the New Forest in the East and Dorchester in the West, makes this an ideal property for those wishing to tour this unique county with its Jurassic Coastline. Or you can simply relax within the gardens and enjoy the long evening sun, or stroll down to the village pub that has built up a great reputation and take advantage of the discounted rate on the pubs popular locally sourced menu. Games room: on the ground floor under the oldest part of the building, a function/games room with a selection of games, pool table and additional dining area. This unique property has been thoughtfully decorated and furnished throughout and offers FOUR bedrooms: 1 with beautiful hand crafted four-poster double, 1 double room, 1 further 4' double room with narrow cottage-style stairs to 1 twin bedroom. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC and further shower room with WC. Lounge: with exposed wooden ceiling and beams, wood burner and supply of logs, flat screen TV with DVD, video and hi-fi. There is an additional living area/playroom located on the second floor, an ideal retreat for children and adults that also benefits from 2 futon beds. Kitchen: hand crafted wood units, well-equipped with range cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, washer/dryer and fitted dining area (seating 5-7 people) with access to an additional dining area. Outside: guests can watch the free roaming ducks and geese enjoy the deep ponds and river that runs through the mill, from one of the 2 gardens, 1 enclosed garden that was formed of an island with ample seating, and 1 large open meadow like garden that backs onto river banks perfect for ball games relaxing at the river’s edge (adults and children to take care) and also attracts a wealth of wildlife including herons, kingfishers, woodpeckers, swans and deer. Ample seating areas are available to while away your afternoons and enjoy a BBQ. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen, towels, electric and central heating included. 4 pets welcome however pets must be kept under control due to the ducks and geese. No smoking within the property. Additional info: canoes and fishing available by prior arrangement. Location: beach 6 miles at Sandbanks, shops and pubs within walking distance.
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