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Dovehayes Cottage - Bourton, Shaftesbury

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Gillingham, Dorset
  • Place, Stourhead Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Stourhead
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dovehayes Cottage - Bourton, Shaftesbury

Located between Mere and Wincanton, Bourton is a pretty village in North Dorset sitting close to the border with Somerset. Dovehayes Cottage is a pretty period property, and it sits down a quiet lane in the village centre, just a few minutes' walk from a good pub, and a garage with shop and post office. Surrounded by many popular places to visit, quaint villages and a choice of market towns, Dovehayes Cottage is ideally situated for a memorable break. Your charming holiday home offers off-road parking, a pretty sheltered garden, and delightful cosy accommodation.

On arrival you enter the cottage through the barn-style door directly into the gorgeous hand-built kitchen, with its feature Aga and central dining table. Enjoy rustling up tasty meals and snacks, and relaxing around the kitchen table enjoying quality time together, before settling down on the comfortable sofas in the sitting room where you will find the Smart television and wood burning stove. A large hallway leads through to the ground-floor cloakroom, and to the cottage staircase framed with attractive prints.

On the first floor you will find the two splendid bedrooms. The impressive king-size bedroom is delightful, with high ceilings and exposed beams adding to the cottage's unique charm. Along the first-floor hallway is a generous second bedroom with views of the garden, which can be configured either as a twin or double bedroom upon request. A family bathroom which includes a bath and separate walk-in shower completes the first-floor accommodation.

Outside, the enclosed garden has a spacious, sheltered terrace furnished with a comfortable seating area perfect for al fresco dining or relaxing whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

When you stay at this special cottage, you will have plenty of things to see and do, and a plethora of places to visit. In particular, a visit to nearby Stourhead, with its stunning lakes and gardens is highly recommended. The popular towns of Frome, and Bruton are very close by, as are the Hauser & Wirth Gallery and The Newt. Wells and Bath are a pleasant drive away, and Longleat, Stonehenge and Salisbury are all within reach, with the nearby A303 enabling easy access to all. A holiday or break at Dovehayes Cottage ensures that you will be spoilt for choice when deciding which county to explore further, be it Dorset, Somerset or neighbouring Wiltshire.

Additional Information:
One small well-behaved dog welcome (additional charge).
Children and infants welcome. Highchair and travel cot available on request (please provide your own cot linen).
Bedding is non-feather.
Off-road parking for one car.
Please note, there is additional unrestricted parking next to the cottage on the quiet street.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Stourhead. Features include laundry facilities. A kitchen and a fireplace are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 7 minutes by car from Stourhead Garden and 7 minutes from Stourhead
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Gillingham cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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