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Cosy garden cabin in the centre of Wareham
Quiet & cosy cabin with own bathroom within Wareham walls hosted by a Tibetan & English couple. A good place to explore the Jurassic coast & attractions such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, Studland, Swanage, Arne Bird Sanctuary, Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum & Wareham Forest. 5-minute walk to the picturesque quay & town centre which has pubs, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, buses to tourist attractions & a cinema. 10-minute walk to station. Parking on available on drive.

The Barton Annexe - Twin beds or double bed Studio
About 6 miles from Glastonbury with choice of either twin beds or double bed it is close to Somerton, Sreet, Glastonbury, Castle Cary and Shepton Mallet , A single storey property, with own access and entrance ideal for 1-2 persons with plenty of off road parking. Set in a quiet village location,with local pub, mini supermarket and petrol station it is just minutes from the A303 and A37 and an ideal base to use, to tour this lovely part of England. We provide milk on arrival +tea & coffee.

Palm Cottage
A good sized modern One bedroom garden annex only a short walking distance to local pub, take away, convenience store & hairdressers with a 20 minute walk into the Town Centre and Beach (£6 - £7 taxi ride) Weymouth is a very popular tourist attraction with numerous high end eating establishments, a superb beach and harbour which are particularly vibrant during the Spring and Summer months, a golf course and a railway station. Only 13 miles from the picturesque Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door

Seaside studio cabin minutes from 'secret' beach
Tucked away up an unmade track & five minutes walk from a 'secret' local beach; Cove Cabin is a compact, stylish, private space; perfect for a couple or two companions. On the doorstep of lesser known beaches & gardens but not far from Weymouth's bustling scenic harbour & golden sands. Ideal stop off whilst walking the SW Coast Path. The perfect area for watersports, wild swimming, walking, mooching around the harbour & locality, sampling the local seafood & eateries & just simply relaxing.

Beautiful rural retreat, outskirts of Swanage
Ideal for walkers, bird-watchers and nature lovers, this quiet bolt-hole is in the garden of one of the oldest houses in Swanage. The Purbeck stone building in the southern outskirts of the town is separate from the main house, has it's own entrance and off-road parking. A five minute walk brings you to the Durlston National Nature Reserve looking out over the Jurassic coast. Durlston Castle, the Lighthouse and the Southwest Coast Path are 15 minutes away on foot. All without crossing a road.

The Milk Shed
Cosy and self-contained room with own access in peaceful village just off the A303 - great for a stop over or weekend away Beautiful rural walks in the surrounding area Continental breakfast available - Fine dining pub, The King's Arms, and outstanding village shop next door - 10 minutes drive to historical market-town of Sherborne with it's great shopping, abbey and castles - 20 minutes to Wincanton race course and Bruton's Hauser & Wirth art gallery - 1 hour's drive to the Jurassic coast

The Cabin - Hot tub vibes
**Building work next door June to September** price reduced by 25% to reflect this and anyone staying will need to accept there may be some noise pollution. This is a space for people who want to relax or explore the amazing area of Dorset. Sandbanks beach - 10 min drive. Durdle Door - 30 min drive. Studland - short ferry ride from Sandbanks We have a driveway so there is parking available for you if you travel by car. We also live a 5 - 10 minute walk from Poole town centre. No pet

Secluded, rural bolthole with tennis court
The Potting Shed is a stylish, secluded oak frame barn with tennis court on the stunning Somerset Levels. A luxurious space to kick back and relax in with its own private garden and beautiful far reaching views of the countryside. It boasts a romantic bedroom with kingsize French bed and ensuite. The bespoke kitchen is extremely well equipped, with a Nespresso machine, dishwasher, induction hob and fan oven. There is lots to enjoy in the local area from good pubs to fantastic walks.

Beautiful Cosy Retreat & Hot tub, near beach
Although the Annexe is part of our family home, we no longer live in the house & the property is only for guests staying at the annexe. During your stay explore the Dorset coast & forests, eat delicious meals at our local restaurants & pubs, spend a relaxing evening in fully covered hot tub surrounded by festoons lights, or spend the afternoon in the garden. The Annexe is a couple minutes walk away from pubs, restaurants, M&S & Tesco & lovely woodland walks. Sky sports is include.

Cosy lodge, parking, beautiful setting, Lyme Regis
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. One of two properties available, Beech Lodge is situated in a quiet spot with lovely views towards the Devon countryside. It is a five minute drive to Lyme Regis and is near a footpath that takes you via Uplyme along the River Lim for a meandering walk into Lyme's centre. It is an ideal base for exploring all that Devon and Dorset has to offer. Please read our reviews. Guests love staying here.

Lavender Cottage, Mosterton, Beaminster, Dorset.
Lavender Cottage is a quaint little stone cottage situated in the grounds of 300 year old Sandiford Farm. With spectacular views of the Dorset countryside and decorated with french flair it's not only a walkers paradise but also just 20 mins drive from the Jurassic Coastline. If you're looking for a base to unwind and explore with a popular pub on your doorstep offering great food and drinks then look no further, this is the place for you.

The SHED at Dorset Farm
the SHED is really anything but a shed. Built on the site of a former stables, the shed is a bespoke design and build, constructed in 2020 /2021. Built next to a nature pond and coppice within an AONB, living in the shed connects you to the beauty of the natural world. The shed is all about serenity, luxury craftsmanship and escapism. Outside there is a private terrace with Pizza oven, BBQ and outdoor dining and living area.
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Spring Studio

"The Retreat" Beautiful self contained studio

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Lucky Rabbit Retreat

Character Barn in the Heart of Beaminster

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Delightful barn in scenic North Dorset

Country Cottage in heart of Somerset.

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