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A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.

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A neatly made bed with a floral bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a sliding door closet.
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.
A living room with a sofa, a vase with yellow flowers, a basket with magazines, and a wooden table.
A historic church with a tall tower, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with rocks and pathways.
A two-story building with a blue storefront labeled "The Dorsel Store."

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gold Hill Museum

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Shaftesbury Dorset, ENG
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Shaftesbury

Located in Shaftesbury, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. King Alfred's Statue and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Fontmell and Melbury Downs. Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Riversmeet Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Shaftesbury Dorset, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shaftesbury Arts Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • King Alfred's Statue - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The John Peel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Kaffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Talbot - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. King Alfred's Statue and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very clean, comfortable and well equiped home that met all our needs and exceeded our expectations. And excellent communication.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2026
Thank you Tim, It’s great to exceed people’s expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay

This was one of the better places we have stayed in. We highly recommend this Annex
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb warm accommodation, immaculate. Perfect location for visiting Shaftesbury and the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you for the very positive review, we hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Shaftesbury
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage, everything was there. We had a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2025
So glad that you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The accommodation we very clean and spacious Chutneys the Indian restaurant was quality

The experience was very good I would 100 % stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
Thanks for your lovely review, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay with us in Shaftesbury.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris was excellent at communicating with us before our visit, swiftly responding to messages; as well, comprehensive directions to the property, which could be a little tricky to find, were provided. The annexe itself could not have been any cleaner, besides being very nicely decorated; it had a very restful ambience, we felt - and we enjoyed the use of the small area of table and chairs behind the annexe, surrounded by plants (and there being visited by two extremely friendly, gentle cats), shaded by a parasol. The lovely and scenic town of Shaftesbury was an easy 15 minute-ish walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2026
Thank you Hugh for your lovely review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Really nice clean property with everything we needed for a lovely time in Shaftesbury. Many thanks -Sy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
Thanks Sue. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay here in Shaftesbury.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally lovely

We loved our stay at Chris & Rob's beautiful annexe. It is so welcoming and well equipped - everything we needed for our stay. It is in a great location too - we walked into Shaftesbury a number of times for coffee and meals, and is an easy drive to many walks and other attractions. We would recommend it for a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you for your lovely review, so glad had a great time and enjoyed visiting our local area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Very clean, comfy bed and all the essentials were provided. Would book again if back in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thanks for your review Gemma, happy to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient, efficient pleasure

It was great. We had everything we needed, and it was a great location in Shaftesbury!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2025
Thank you for your lovely review, so glad that you enjoyed your holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glad we picked this!

We were very comfortable in the property. We cannot fault it at all.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
We’re really glad that you enjoyed your stay and were pleased with the accommodation, thank you for choosing to stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shaftesbury

Excellent annexe, clean and well equipped. Comfortable with everything required for a good stay. Nice quiet location, only 15 mins walk from town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thanks Kevin for your lovely review, so glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This was a perfect place to stay, just a few minutes' walk from the centre of Shaftesbury. The hosts had thought of everything to make the accommodation a real home-from-home. We could not have wished for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2024
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay and had a great experience despite the weather.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Shaftesbury spot

My son and I stayed in this beautiful two-storey annexe while visiting family in the area. Very modern, extremely clean and outfitted with everything we needed to make our short stay very comfortable. And just a short walk from Shaftesbury High Street and the abbey ruins and a good spot from which to explore other attractions in the area. Our host was very communicative and gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thanks for the lovely review, I hope you had a safe flight home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property exceptionally well presented.

We spent 4 nights here and couldn't have been happier. The property is ideal for a stay like ours and we would return again. It is well located in Shaftesbury off the main street but close to the town centre. The hosts live in the attached house and are both accessible and friendly. The place has all required utensils all of a high quality. Cleanliness was exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you so much for your fabulous review of our property. I hope you the remainder of your UK trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Perfect little annexe for me. Quiet, comfortable and convenient. Kitchen well equipped. Privacy respected at all times. Location perfect for visiting my elderly mother 5 mins walk away. Close to local Shaftesbury and shops.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2023
Thanks for the lovely review, you are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Top of stairs not good and to close to enď of bed host very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
You did not mention this during your stay, we would have helped you to use the stair gate which is available for guests to use if needed. The handrails on both sides of the stairs is a feature many of our older guests have appreciated and complemented us on.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for me

Just what I needed. Easy. Convenient. Quiet. Personal. Thank you Chris and Rob
Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2023
You’re very welcome back anytime, hope you had a good flight home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable

We were visiting the Great Dorset Steam Fair and this was a reasonable 30 mins away from the site. It gave us the flexibility to visit the town of Shaftesbury as well. The accommodation was clean and comfortable and the location was quiet. Good provision of some essentials like milk and a bottle of wine! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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