THE HAPPY HUT, romantic, character holiday cottage in Christchurch

The Happy Hut in Sopley near Christchurch, Dorset, sleeps two in one bedroom.

The Happy Hut is a detached, shepherd’s hut consisting of a kitchenette, dining and sitting area. Appliances include an electric 2-ring hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. There is a king-size bed served by a shower room. To the outside is off-road parking for two cars and a garden with firepit and seating. Within 0.7 miles there is a shop, 0.1 miles a pub and please note, there are no pets and no smoking at this property. Fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Choose The Happy Hut for a wonderful break with your other half.

Amenities: Central heating. Electric 2-ring hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Garden with firepit and seating. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.7 miles, pubs 0.1 miles

Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.

Town: The attractive Dorset waterside town of Christchurch is situated on the estuaries of the Rivers Stour and Avon, where they come together to form a magnificent natural harbour. Christchurch is a real gem of a town, offering visitors a wonderful and diverse holiday experience. The town centre boasts an array of charming shops and quality restaurants, whilst the 11th century castle ruins and the glorious Medieval priory, the longest parish church in the country, are well worth visiting. No trip to Christchurch would be complete unless you have strolled down to the pretty quayside, where you can enjoy refreshments whilst watching the ever changing boating scene, or you may wish to take one of the regular boat trips along the peaceful River Stour. Take your buckets and spades to one of the gorgeous sandy beaches nearby, and enjoy a ferry trip across the mouth of the harbour from Mudeford Quay to the sandbank with its colourful array of little beach huts. Should you tire of all the local attractions you’ll find plenty to do in the nearby family-friendly resort of Bournemouth, or venture into the New Forest National Park, both just a short drive away. Alternatively head to the local beach at Southborne which has a promenade that takes you through to Boscombe and on to Bournemouth. The lovely waterside town of Christchurch offers visitors a delightful and interesting year round holiday destination.