Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
14 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
66 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this cottage has plenty of places to visit nearby, including Bournemouth, Longleat, Yeovil and Salisbury.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Cot. Please note: Couples and family bookings only.. All properties: Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. Unfenced grassed area suitable for play and access to several acres of farmland for walking. Private parking. Wheelchair access - adapted for assisted wheelchair users. No smoking on-site.. Situated in a courtyard of similar properties, these comfortable cottages are adjacent to the owners home and 8 acres of land, in the heart of the Blackdown Vale, an AONB, where the countryside is alive with deer, buzzards and pheasants, and just 4 miles south of Shaftesbury, where the famous Gold Hill is located. Nearby there is golf, gymnasium, fishing, 1 mile, and cycle paths and walking. Within easy driving, the historic towns of Blandford and Salisbury. Visit Longleat House and Safari Park, 22 miles, Stourhead House and Gardens, Kingston Lacey and Yeovil Air Museum, and the New Forest, where ponies roam, and the popular South Coast seaside resorts of Weymouth, 25 miles, Bournemouth and Poole, 22 miles. Stabling at cost by prior arrangement. Shops 3½ miles, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please bring own cot linen. Shared laundry room.
Cats are not allowed at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
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Property # 8867791
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Shaftesbury
Located in Shaftesbury, this cottage is in a rural area. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and The Art Stable are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Blandford Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
Gold Hill Museum - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
Shaftesbury Arts Centre - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre - 14 min drive - 9.4 km
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Gillingham Dorset Station - 16 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
The John Peel - 8 min drive
The White Horse - 9 min drive
White Hart Alehouse - 8 min drive
Cheese Fair - 9 min drive
Shillingstone Railway Project - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury on 23 July 2026 start from NZ$266, 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 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and The Art Stable. Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Arts Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very nice and friendly would stay there again no problem Oweners Very and helpful ðŸ‘
Mike Cusiter
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8/10 Good
Anna Peacocock
7 May 2026
This is a lovely holiday cottage.
This is a lovely holiday cottage. Entrance door is low so maybe a problem for someone tall. My husband is 6'2" and he knocked his head a couple of times despite the warning sign 'Mind your head'. Cutlery was a bit sparse. I think the previous occupiers might have 'lost' some. Also, no cafetière, but a lovely tea pot. The owners were very accommodating and lovely to talk to. I'm sure they will rectify these little issues. Overall, it is a cosy cottage. We stayed just with 2 adults and 2 dogs. If we had 2 more guests, it sure would have been a little more cramped but just for us is was lovely. Very dog friendly. Surrounded by neighbouring farms. The only issue there was that these farmers did not look after the public pathways crossing their properties and access was blocked at 3 points! Obviously, this is not the cottage owners fault but it was a bit upsetting not to be able to use the public pathways.
Anna Peacocock
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