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This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.
Cottage in Salisbury with kitchen and patio
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81 sq m
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Ashmore, Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Place, Larmer Tree Gardens11 min drive
- Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs12 min drive
- Place, Gold Hill Museum15 min drive
- Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom four
1 Single Bed
Bedroom one
1 Double Bed
Bedroom three
1 Double Bed
Bedroom two
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Family bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet
Ground floor shower room
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.
Nestled in a secluded wooded valley on the edge of the pretty village of Ashmore, delightful Magna Cottage is full of charm, and an ideal cottage for those seeking peace and tranquillity.
The cottage has a cosy sitting room with inglenook fireplace, and invites you to relax and unwind in front of the open fire. The dining room is the perfect space in which to gather together enjoying a tasty meal, and the well-equipped kitchen ensures that meal preparation is easy. Four pretty bedrooms on the first floor include two double rooms, and two twin bedrooms; a family bathroom and separate ground floor shower room complete the accommodation at this delightful thatched holiday home.
Sitting within its own one-acre lawned garden, with orchard and beautiful mature trees, Magna Cottage is perfect for families, and the picnic table and benches are ideal for sharing alfresco meals and enjoying nature.
There is direct access to numerous footpaths and forest walks right from the cottage, and the beautiful Larmer Tree Gardens are close by. National Trust owned Win Green, Melbury and Fontmell Downs within easy reach, each affording exceptional views across the Cranborne Chase. Ideally situated for exploring the delights of both Dorset and Wiltshire, Magna Cottage enjoys a convenient location, with Shaftesbury, Tisbury, Blandford and Salisbury all just a pleasant drive away.
Additional Information:
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). There is secure fencing around the property.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Sorry, no barbecues due to thatched roof.
The cottage has a cosy sitting room with inglenook fireplace, and invites you to relax and unwind in front of the open fire. The dining room is the perfect space in which to gather together enjoying a tasty meal, and the well-equipped kitchen ensures that meal preparation is easy. Four pretty bedrooms on the first floor include two double rooms, and two twin bedrooms; a family bathroom and separate ground floor shower room complete the accommodation at this delightful thatched holiday home.
Sitting within its own one-acre lawned garden, with orchard and beautiful mature trees, Magna Cottage is perfect for families, and the picnic table and benches are ideal for sharing alfresco meals and enjoying nature.
There is direct access to numerous footpaths and forest walks right from the cottage, and the beautiful Larmer Tree Gardens are close by. National Trust owned Win Green, Melbury and Fontmell Downs within easy reach, each affording exceptional views across the Cranborne Chase. Ideally situated for exploring the delights of both Dorset and Wiltshire, Magna Cottage enjoys a convenient location, with Shaftesbury, Tisbury, Blandford and Salisbury all just a pleasant drive away.
Additional Information:
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). There is secure fencing around the property.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Sorry, no barbecues due to thatched roof.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Salisbury
Salisbury is home to this cottage. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Shillingstone Railway Project are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Larmer Tree Gardens and Cranborne Manor. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

Ashmore, Shaftesbury, Dorset
What's nearby
- Larmer Tree Gardens - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
- Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
- Gold Hill Museum - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
- Wimborne Minster - 34 min drive - 32.0 km
- Poole Harbour - 44 min drive - 45.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The John Peel - 13 min drive
- The Talbot Inn - 16 min drive
- King John Pub, Tollard Royal - 7 min drive
- san tonino - 13 min drive
- The Wild Garlic - 15 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Rural Retreats Holidays Ltd
Languages:
English
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