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Idyllic rural cottage with beautiful views
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 250 year old Wise Cottage has a boutique feel and sweeping views. Situated in a beautiful village near Shaftesbury, Dorset. The cottage sleeps four, 1 large master bedroom with a super kingsize bed and a small bedroom with adult bunks (plus a guest bed for a fifth guest). Well behaved dogs are welcome! Organic toiletries, bath robes, well equipped kitchen, wood burner, super fast Wifi, garden and beautiful walks straight out of the front door.

Part of a 16th Century Manor Farmhouse in AONB
Manor Farm is in an Area of Outstanding National Beauty, v peaceful and not far to Stonehenge, Stourhead, Longleat, Bath and Salisbury. Jurassic coast an hour’s drive. Conveniently situated not far from A303 and A350. It is gloriously unspoilt and peaceful with wonderful walks from the doorstep. Exclusive use of a part of a 16th Century Manor Farmhouse. Compact sitting room/kitchenette with dishwasher, fridge, combi microwave/oven and hob. Fast wifi - some mobile phone providers are weak.

Barbers Cottage, a popular, historic holiday home
A historic 17th Century cottage in the heart of the Saxon town of Shaftesbury, Dorset within a conservation area. A very comfortable base to explore the local area. Lovely private garden with lawn, it is furnished to a high standard with a private parking bay. A moment from Shaftesbury's shops (short walk) and access to stunning walks. Visit Bath / Salisbury /Longleat / Stourhead / Stonehenge / Jurrasic Coast / Castles / Museums and much more. Please note, no changeover day on a Sunday. .

Cosy little cottage in Shaftesbury
My cottage is tucked away in a little lane by Shaftesbury hospital. It’s very near to the site of the historic Shaftesbury Abbey, Park Walk with its lovely rolling views over the Dorset countryside. Gold Hill - made famous by the much loved 1970s Hovis Bread TV commercial is within a short walk away. The cottage makes an excellent base from which to explore the borders of beautiful Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset, where the countryside, walking, cycling and dining out opportunities are fantastic.

Lovely cosy place to stay in the heart of Dorset
Oak Tree Barn is a self-catering holiday accommodation in the heart of the village of Hazelbury Bryan, Dorset. The conversion was completed in early 2012 using locally reclaimed materials and keeping many of the original features. The Barn is warm and cosy in winter and cool in summer, the detached Barn has a large open-plan lounge and kitchen with views towards the local hills. The two bedrooms (one double with bath, one twin with shower) overlook paddocks where sheep graze and chicken forage.

Romantic hillside hideaway with outstanding views
A unique and romantic hideaway, Quarryman's Cottage is dinner on the roof terrace watching the sunset over Lyme Bay & Charmouth, stargazing from the luxury freestanding bath, epic views from the double shower, reading under the old oak tree, BBQ's & firepits, leisurely walks to The Anchor at Seatown via Golden Cap or the coastal path, the sound of birdsong, the glimpse of a deer, curling up in front of the wood burner in winter. It is a tranquil & heavenly escape from the bustle of daily life.

Little Coombe
Little Coombe welcomes all couples, lone travellers and fellow pooches. Little Coombe is a totally self-contained cottage attached to the main cottage, where the owner lives. It is a tranquil stone cottage sitting by the brook in a small hamlet near Shaftesbury. The cottage was formerly two thatched farm cottages and where our family has lived for nearly 100 years! We live next door in the main cottage, but guests will have their own entrance and garden space and their privacy is guaranteed.

The Cartshed, Cranborne Chase National Landscape
The Cartshed is a converted barn located in the stunning Tarrant Valley. Tastefully decorated throughout, the living room boasts a Swedish log burner and bifold doors out onto your own garden. Kitchen fully equipped with granite worktops, dishwasher, washer/dryer and Nespresso coffee machine. Smart TV in living room, Bluetooth speaker, TV in bedroom and Wifi throughout. Ensuite comprises luxury rainfall shower with heated mosaic seat. No bath. Linen and robes provided. Charcoal BBQ available

Holiday Cottage Donhead St Andrew, Talbot Cottage
Quiet, rural cottage in stunning countryside, Donhead St Andrew, just outside Tisbury, on the Wiltshire/Dorset border, in the Cranborne Chase AONB. Talbot Cottage is a delightful newly renovated two-bedroom single-story cottage, in seven acres of garden and fields. You have your own entrance, wheelchair friendly. Great wifi, underfloor heating, two ensuite bath/shower rooms (one with disabled facilities). Locally sourced Bramley products in the bathroom. East-facing terrace. Self-catering.
Tranquil South Wiltshire Cottage with Views.
Church Path Cottage is a spacious two bedroomed cottage in the grounds of The Old Vicarage. It has its own access into the church car park and a path that provides a two minute walk to the centre of the village and the award winning country pub 'The Horseshoe'. Church Path Cottage is ideal for those seeking peace and tranquility or as a base to explore South Wiltshire and Dorset. The New Forest, Studland Beach, Stonehenge & the Cities of Salisbury and Bath are all within an hour's drive.

Tudor Rose Luxury thatched cottage Dorset.
A boutique and chic thatched cottage for 2 nestled within the beautiful village of Stourpaine in an AONB. Escape to this romantic couples hideaway for the ultimate luxury getaway. Finished and equipped to a high standard including king size bed with designer linens, roll-top bath and separate shower, cosy lounge, separate dining room, fully equipped kitchen and lovely sunny courtyard. Great walks and the superb village pub are just a short stroll away. 1 small dog is welcome to join you!

Lakeside Cottage - at Incombe Farm
Really comfortable and warm converted stables next to our main house but with privacy, standing in idyllic private valley. Less than 2 miles from Shaftesbury. The cottage overlooks our small lake (about 1/2 acre). Peaceful countryside with buzzards, woodpeckers, a barn owl, ducks, pheasants, deer and even otters. See them at your breakfast table or in our enclosed veranda with circular table and overhead heater. Well behaved small / medium dogs only - strictly by prior agreement.
Popular amenities for cottage rentals in Shaftesbury
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Cosy and comfy West Country bolt hole for two

33 - Grade II 3 bedroom cottage in charming town

Romantic Little House (- 15% for 2+ nights)
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