
House holiday rentals in Shaftesbury
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Explore 20 holiday rentals in Shaftesbury

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Shaftesbury holiday rentals start at £45 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
20 of Shaftesbury holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Shaftesbury rentals

4.9 Average rating
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Luxury house in central Frome
Hemington Coach House is a light, airy, luxury space in the heart of Frome, Somerset. Architecturally designed and built in 2020 to complement its Georgian neighbour Hemington House and set entirely in it's own plot with parking and a walled garden, this townhouse sleeps 4. It is located on a quiet street - five minutes' walk from the cafés, galleries, independent and vintage shops of Frome in one direction, and wonderful walks into the surrounding villages and Somerset countryside in the other.

Luxurious rural retreat
The Lodge at Willen Farm is a beautiful single level converted barn on the outskirts of the quiet village of Leigh, just 4 miles from the town of Sherborne in Dorset. The Lodge provides the perfect location for a relaxing escape to the rural countryside, yet just 40 minutes from the fabulous Jurassic coastline. Spacious accommodation with two double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower/toilet and a separate bathroom. Contemporary style with an outside patio area. Parking and a small garden area.

Beautiful country barn/peaceful location
Our double height wood and stone barn directly opposite our house is found at the end of a long private drive in lovely Dorset countryside. A very comfortable 5ft bed, woodburning stove and pretty views, a perfect relaxing and cosy retreat. Easy access to lots of interesting places. Guests can play tennis and croquet. The Barn sleeps two adults. Ample parking directly next to Barn. Please note the Barn unsuitable for children and infants. NB There are no shops or pubs within walking distance.

The Summer House
The Summer House is a recently converted guest house, self contained with fully equipped kitchen , beautifully fitted bathroom ,double bed on the galleried mezzanine level ,accessed by ladder stairs with vaulted ceiling creating a loft style. It is fully heated ,has wi-fi , streamed TV, and ceiling speakers for streaming music. The space is modern,bright ,yet cosy. Outdoors it sits at the top of 14 acres of grounds over looking the main house. There is a private entrance and parking on site.

Cosy Cottage on 450 pvt acres
Experience tranquility in a serene cottage nestled amid 450 private acres of woodland. 'Potiphar' sleeps 2 and offers breathtaking views. Situated near Fontmell Down, enjoy direct access to stunning downland walks. Discover nearby National Trust properties and villages, with Shaftesbury's iconic 'Gold Hill' just 4 miles away. Beaches and Stonehenge within an hour's drive. Potiphar features a sitting room and open kitchen. Spot rare wildlife, from deer to owls. Book now for a peaceful getaway!

Stylish Barn Conversion
The Barn is a converted property located at the head of the stunning Tarrant valley within the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main living area has dual aspect and bifold doors out onto an enclosed patio, garden and seating area. Two of the bedrooms have internal balconies into the main body of the barn and triple velux roof windows to enjoy the rural views. The third bedroom has bifold doors onto the patio and an en-suite with rainfall snail shower. TV/cinema room.

Hanford Minima
Immaculate newly renovated three-bedroom cottage, (1 super king en suite, 1 king and 1 twin sharing a family bathroom) dating from the 1840s in typical Dorset brick and flint. Nestled at the foot of Hambledon Hill – between Shaftesbury and Blandford – it's only a mile to the excellent village shop and an easy walk over Hambledon hill to The Cricketer's pub for lunch or a pint. Drive to the Jurassic coast (40 mins) to explore Lulworth Cove or visit the gorgeous beach at Studland or Weymouth

Farm Cottage in Idyllic Setting
Lovely cottage sitting in 33 acres of beautiful countryside with stunning views! On the edge of a pretty village with a great pub. Many excellent walks and other villages pubs/restaurants close by incl. The Newt gardens (1.5 miles), Bruton and Castle Cary (3 miles), Stourhead (6miles) The accommodation is stylish and bright with all mod cons. It has a private garden overlooking open fields. Both bedrooms have their own shower rooms. Private gym available with prior permission.

Beautiful Coach house in Pilton
Beautiful and lovingly renovated Coach House in the heart of Pilton village, set in the lush private grounds of our family home. Two double bedrooms, one with free-standing roll top bath (option to add an extra bed/cot for a child); shower room; large open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting room, with two sets of double doors leading to a private outdoor dining terrace (with BBQ & fire pit); view and shared use of our paddock with rope swing, baby swing and trampoline for children.

Cosy comfort, hot-tub, wood burner, in New Forest.
Attached to a beautiful farm house, and set within the New Forest National Park, the Bolt Hole offers a wonderful place to relax. Enjoy the hot tub and take in the garden and paddock views. When it is chilly, draw the curtains and light the wood burner. Quiet and peaceful yet 2 minutes' drive from a great village which has two super pubs. 5 miles from beaches and 3 minutes' drive to the wonderful New Forest. Bring your dog too, there are fields for them to run around in.

Luxurious & rustic renovated Dorset Coach House
The perfect location to get away from it all! Relax in this spacious and self-contained coach house in the North Dorset countryside, stylishly furnished and decorated with a rustic luxe feel, and featuring a sizeable garden for children to play freely. Conveniently located, an ideal springboard for exploring this beautiful corner of England. Cook in the fully stocked kitchen, and dine in the generous living space or on the outside terrace overlooking rolling fields

Spacious 4-bedroom holiday home in Tisbury
Beech House is a new, stone-built 4-bedroom house with a large open-plan living area and beautiful views over rooftops to the countryside beyond. Nestled in the heart of the popular small town of Tisbury, it’s a convenient stroll away from high-street shops, pubs and the train station. Despite its central location, the house is tucked away just off a quiet lane, making it wonderfully peaceful and homely.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Shaftesbury
House rentals with a pool

Cosy barn conversion with connecting indoor pool

Pony View Lodge

Fontwood Cottage – Woodland Hideaway with Hot Tub

Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Games - Upton Bourn

Flint Cottage for two with indoor pool & sauna

The Beach House Bournemouth

Gamekeeper's Cottage

Jack's Barn at Lilycombe Farm
Weekly house rentals

Orchard Barn Spa, exclusively for you, New Forest

Hidden Gem Barn Home | Luxury Living | Min to City

Large Country Cottage, Log Fire, Fire Pit, Air Con

"Hovis Hill" Cottage, Gold Hill, Shaftesbury.

Mill House Snug, Wylye, Warminster, Wiltshire

No.8 Parsons Pool

Stay right on Gold Hill (famous Hovis ad)

Country cottage with scenic views and hot tub
Private house rentals

Rose Cottage

Picturesque Dorset country cottage

Spacious Cottage, panoramic views & hot tub

Wonderful secluded old Coach House

Oxencroft

Great coach house near Gold Hill in Shaftesbury

The little Hotel- Luxury home with 8 seater spa.

Georgian Town House
When is the best time to visit Shaftesbury?
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Destinations to explore
- New Forest National Park
- Bournemouth Beach
- Weymouth Beach
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Stonehenge
- Longleat Safari Park
- Southbourne Beach
- Lower Mill Estate
- Boscombe Beach
- Highclere Castle
- Brean Beach
- Mudeford Quay
- Lyme Regis Beach
- Winchester Cathedral
- The Tank Museum
- Durdle Door Holiday Park
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Kimmeridge Bay
- Bath Abbey
- Beer Beach
- Marwell Zoo
- No. 1 Royal Crescent
- Highcliffe Beach
- West Bay Beach





