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Unique Cottage with Private garden
The Sexton's cottage was restored to a high standard, bringing the charm of the original cottage with that of modern day living. There is a light and airy living, dining & kitchen area upstairs, with a double bedroom and Shower room downstairs. The cottage has a large private south facing garden with a dining area under a pergola, along with a BBQ and a raised decking area ideal for your morning cup of tea or an evening drink. Sturminster Newton is well positioned to explore Dorset and Somerset.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
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.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews
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.
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 584 reviews
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 fully enclosed garden, great for your dog Kitchen fully equipped with granite worktops, dishwasher, washing machine and 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.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 324 reviews
Beautiful Restored Cottage in the heart of Dorset.
A stunning, newly refurbished and tranquil, Dorset holiday cottage. Old School Cottage was built in 1851, and was originally part of the village school. Nestled at the foot of Hambledon Hill, in the village of Shroton, rural rambles are a few steps from the front gate! All the landscape photos shown are only a few metres from the cottage. This is a beautiful place to stay, with a stunning review record. www.oldschoolcottagedorset.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/oldschoolcottagedorset/
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews
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.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
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.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews
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.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsTranquil 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.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 247 reviews
Luxury Interior Designed Retreat w/Tennis Court
This 17th Century Grade II Listed Cottage, nestled in the beautiful Cranborne Chase AONB, is a luxurious, interior designed haven perfect for a tranquil getaway. The design and decor offers a blended creation of contemporary and period accents, combining original rustic features with an architecturally-crafted state of the art extension for spacious dining and lounging. This is an ideal spot to kick back and relax in a calm, stylish space, whilst only being a short drive from civilization.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Cosy Wiltshire cottage with views
A charming, one-bedroom, semi-detached cottage in a lovely peaceful setting with far-reaching views over beautiful countryside. Swallows End offers a relaxing hideaway for both business and holiday travellers. A short distance from both the A303 and Gillingham Station, which provide links to the West Country and London. The National Trust property, Stourhead is very close and for walkers, the Monarch's Way runs through the adjacent fields. Well situated for both Longleat and Bath.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews
Charming Grade II listed cottage in Shaftesbury
A charming Grade II listed cottage, just a 10 minute walk from the centre of Shaftesbury with easy access to countryside and coast. Comfortable accommodation for up to 8 guests with off street parking. The cottage comprises of fully fitted kitchen, dining room and sitting room both with wood burning stoves, ground floor family bathroom, upstairs cloakroom and four bedrooms over two floors. There is a pretty garden to the front of the property with two seating areas.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviewsPopular amenities for Shaftesbury cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

The Hideaway - sustainable hidden gem with hottub
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Luxury New Forest Cottage, with hot tub & log fire
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews
Secluded Woodland Cottage with Private Hot Tub
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4.82 out of 5 average rating, 313 reviews
The Dovecote
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 324 reviews
Detached and romantic cottage with hot tub.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 761 reviews
Cottage with Covered Hot Tub Godshill New Forest
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
New Luxury Hot Tub August 2026 Shepherds Cottage
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 415 reviews
A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog friendly
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

The Garden House Okeford Fitzpaine Dorset
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 425 reviews
Hill House Cottage
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews
Kings Cottage - Heart of the Deverills - EV Point
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
Lakeside Cottage - at Incombe Farm
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews
Orchard Cottage
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews
Tudor Rose Luxury thatched cottage Dorset.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Pretty thatched, historic Cottage in an ANOB area
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
Detached 2 Bedroom country Holiday Let in Dorset
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 322 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

Cute, Cosy & Stylish Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 697 reviews
Cosy and comfy West Country bolt hole for two
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
No1. The Courtyard, Clyffe House
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
Jobs Mill Cottage
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 415 reviews
Idyllic Cotswolds Cottage near Bath | free parking
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
Charming 16th century cottage in rural setting
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviews
Quiet and spacious cottage near Tisbury
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
The Old Log Shed. Mere,
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviewsDestinations to explore
- New Forest National Park
- Bournemouth Beach
- Weymouth Beach
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Longleat Safari Park
- Stonehenge
- Southbourne Beach
- Brean Beach
- Lower Mill Estate
- Boscombe Beach
- Highclere Castle
- Mudeford Quay
- Durdle Door Holiday Park
- Winchester Cathedral
- The Tank Museum
- Lyme Regis Beach
- Kimmeridge Bay
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Bath Abbey
- Beer Beach
- West Bay Beach
- Alum Chine Beach
- Marwell Zoo
- No. 1 Royal Crescent





