Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Dorset South West England

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn, Hooke, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £443 to £

Self catering accommodation in Hooke sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

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Rampisham Hill Farm Barn details

Rampisham Hill Farm Barn is a light and airy barn that has recently been converted to a very high standard. The property is located in Thomas Hardy country in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just outside the pretty village of Hooke and a short drive away from the small town of Beaminster and the beaches and cliffs of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast.

There are excellent walks and cycle rides across the West Dorset countryside directly from the property, with the Iron Age Fort of Eggardon Hill and the nature reserves of Kingcombe and Powerstock Common all nearby, along with many other historic towns and villages. The barn is located on a working sheep farm and guests are welcome to meet and help look after the animals.

A number of good pubs are within a 10 minute drive away such as The Three Horseshoes at Powerstock and the Acorn at Evershot. Also within a 10 minute drive are plenty of local services and conveniences found in either Maiden Newton or Beaminster.

Cuckoo Nod, Coombe Keynes, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £490 to £

Self catering accommodation in Coombe Keynes sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 5

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Cuckoo Nod details

Cuckoo Nod is one of a charming pair of stone 18th century thatched cottages situated on a quiet lane leading to the parish church. It has a delightful and private terraced garden with a summerhouse and is backed by fields.

The hamlet of Coombe Keynes is a peaceful and attractive holiday location and lies just inland from some of the most remarkable coastal scenery in England, stretching from St Alban's Head through the Island of Purbeck past Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door and Ringstead Bay.

There are well signposted and most spectacular walks throughout this area and fishing, golf and horse riding are all readily available.

Odd Nod Cottage, Coombe Keynes, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £530 to £

Self catering accommodation in Coombe Keynes sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleep

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Odd Nod Cottage details

Odd Nod is one of a small group of picturesque thatched cottages lying in the beautiful and peaceful hamlet of Coombe Keynes, a place mentioned in the Domesday Book. The cottage is grade II listed and tastefully restored. There is a south facing garden stretching out on to open farmland offering lovely views out over fields. There is great walking both around the cottage itself where hares, pheasants and deer can often be spotted, and owls heard. Coombe Keynes is just around three miles from Lulworth Cove with its sheltered pebble beach, and within easy range of the dramatic and beautiful Dorset coast including Durdle Door. Good country pubs abound nearby, while restaurants and cinemas can be found less than half an hour away in Dorchester and Wareham. Shops, pubs and other amenities can also be found in Wool which is 1.6 miles away.

4 bedroom cottage, Corfe Mullen, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £660 to £

Self catering accommodation in Corfe Mullen sleeps 8.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Short Breaks • cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: TRULY UNIQUE CHARACTER PROPERTY IN RURAL DORSET JUST A SHORT DRIVE TO THE COAST Lovingly restored to its former glory by the current owner with unique and stunning finishing touches meaning no detail is overlooked. This quirky cottage is conveniently located on the A31 allowing easy access to the New Forest in the east and Dorchester in the west making this an ideal property for those wishing to tour this unique county. Located in the old part of the village of Corfe Mullen a short drive from Poole and Bournemouth. 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 . 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. Perfect for nature lovers walkers and fishermen. Games room: on the ground floor under the oldest part of the building a function/games room with a selection of games air hockey 2 pool tables and darts board. Mini cinema area with a selection of DVDs. This unique character property has been thoughtfully restored throughout and offers FOUR bedrooms: 1 with beautiful hand-crafted four-poster double 1 double 1 further 4 double with narrow cottage-style stairs to 1 twin bedroom. Please note the twin is set in the eaves of the house and therefore has restricted height. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Second shower room with WC. Lounge: with exposed low wooden ceilings and beams woodburner with supply of logs flatscreen TV with DVD video and hi-fi. There is an additional living area/playroom on the second floor an ideal retreat for children and adults. Dining area: attached to the games room with ample seating and accessed from the Kitchen. Kitchen: hand-crafted wood units well-equipped with range cooker fridge freezer microwave washer/dryer and fitted dining area (seating 5-7 people). Outside: 1 enclosed garden that was formed as an island with ample seating and 1 large open meadow garden that backs onto river banks (adults and children to take care). Ample seating and BBQ. Guests can watch the free roaming ducks and geese enjoy the deep ponds and river that runs through the mill which also attracts a wealth of wildlife including herons kingfishers woodpeckers swans and deer. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen electric and central heating included. 4 pets welcome however 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 pub within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm.

Puckhams, Stoke Abbott, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1146 to £

Self catering accommodation in Stoke Abbott sleeps 12.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 12

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Puckhams details

Puckhams is wonderfully situated in the delightful quiet rural village of Stoke Abbott with a church which dates from the 12th century and village pub which serves excellent food. The property sits in its own beautiful mature gardens to the front and rear with fine peaceful views.

The surrounding countryside has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and provides an abundance of wonderful local produce, country craft and walking experiences.

The town of Beaminster, with good shops and restaurants, is two miles away and The Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site famous for its stunning scenery, beaches and fossil hunting opportunities, 20 minutes drive. The property has been renovated to a high standard and provides luxury, spacious, practical accommodation, flooded with natural light and furnished in a classic contemporary style.