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Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm

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A wooden building with a gravel driveway and flower pots.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with striped bedding, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.
A living room with a leather sofa, a dining area with wooden chairs, a kitchen with blue tiles, and a wooden ceiling.
A living room with two brown leather sofas, a television on a wooden stand, and a fireplace.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a sofa in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 6 guests, this chalet features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It provides access to fishing, swimming, and birdwatching. Families can enjoy nearby attractions like Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden, while golf options enhance your adventure experience.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gillingham, England
  • Place, Riversmeet Leisure Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Ground floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master En-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Twin en-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm

Hardy is a Scandinavian style timber framed chalet in the grounds of a working dairy farm surrounded by Blue Spruce trees.
Hardy (aptly named after the author Thomas Hardy) has three en-suite bedrooms.


We are happy for any visitors to watch the milking in the afternoons. It is a fasinating process to watch.

North Dorset Location: Hardy chalet at Stour Cross Farm sits on top of a hill just outside West Stour village.

It is centrally placed for many attractions which can be reached easily by car. The village itself is very friendly and hosts many fun fund raising events. The local free house pub boasts excellent cuisine and fine ales.

Within the grounds of Hardy are three other chalets. Duncliffe, Melbury and Wessex. All sleeping six with their own parking and surrounded by Blue Spruce Fir trees.

Our games room is available for our guests.. It consists of a table tennis table, Table football, large connect 4 and air hockey. For the little ones they can play on the car mat with a selection of cars.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10136320
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gillingham

Located in Gillingham, this chalet is in a rural area. Melbury Vale Winery and Rushmore Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Gartell Light Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Gillingham, England

What's nearby

  • Riversmeet Leisure Centre - 13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Shaftesbury Arts Centre - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Gartell Light Railway - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 16 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Templecombe Station - 10 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cale Park Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The John Peel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Meaders - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm on 30 October 2026 start from NZ$2,399, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Riversmeet Leisure Centre, Gartell Light Railway, and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Christina Trim

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Hardy chalet at Stour Cross Farm is situated on a working dairy farm. We milk approx 140 black and white Freisian Holstein cows twice daily. During the summer months most of the calves are born of which a third are Freisian. These are hand reared by myself and often get spoilt with affection. They become very friendly and don't mind being groomed or cuddled. This seems to set them up right when they join the herd. The cows are housed in a barn over the winter and turned out to grass in spring until November. Hardy looks out onto some of the fields and guests are delighted when they wake up in the mornings, pull back the curtains and see all the girls grazing. Some guests have never seen cows before let alone stand within 2 ft of them. Don't worry, there is a fence and although they are very inquisitive they are quite harmless.

We are happy for any visitors to watch the milking in the afternoons. It is a fasinating process to watch.

What makes this property unique

Hardy chalet has recently been refurbished throughout with new wet room to the downstairs bedroom. The first floor has a double room with own balcony and newly refurbished en-suite with shower over bath. The twin room has en-suite shower room. The kitchen has had a bit of a revamp and apart from new appliances a new extended tiled floor allows the dining table more space. The open plan lounge has two brand new leather reclining sofa's and a stylish black glass fronted simulated coal fire.
Hardy chalet is situated on the borders of Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire and allow easy access to many attractions.

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