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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 and comfy West Country bolt hole for two
Cosy, light, converted stone barn on a private small-holding, with views across the Blackmore Vale. It's well situated for many cultural & leisure activities throughout Somerset, Dorset & Wiltshire, as well as gorgeous countryside walks, National Trust properties and the Jurassic Coast. Breakfast stuff will be provided for your arrival and an award-winning family run grocery store, along with other amenities, is just 1 mile away. 13amp power point available outside for a small additional fee.

Romantic barn with kingsize 4-poster, fire, bikes
If you are looking for a romantic escape in the New Forest, just a short walk from the pub and open forest, then look no further. Situated in the grounds of an impressive country house, the Goat Shed is the stylishly renovated ground floor of a 19th century barn, with a kingsize four poster bed, claw foot bath and woodburning stove. Deer roam through the gardens, and our wood burning stove makes nights in perfectly cosy. A great spot from which to explore the forest, or simply relax in comfort.

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!

The Dovecote, Broad Chalke, Salisbury.
Beautiful cottage in the idyllic Chalke Valley near Salisbury. Self-contained, with private access in courtyard setting. Relax and enjoy comfortable surroundings and lovely countryside views. Coast, Countryside, New Forest and ancient history on the doorstep. The beautiful city of Salisbury only 15mins drive. Tandem bicycle available for hire. Great village pubs within 2 mins drive, lovely country walks from the door, peace and tranquility in the Cranborne Chase AONB Dark Sky Reserve.

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 Shaftesbury cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Cosy little country cottage with luxury hot tub

80 acre Wood, Dutchtub, Lake, Treehouse & Zip-line

The Potting Shed - cosy country cottage

Romantic Retreat with hot tub

Entire Guest House, Rural Retreat, Stanton Drew

A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog friendly

Luxury New Forest Cottage, with hot tub & log fire

Detached and romantic cottage with hot tub.
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Hill House Cottage

Stylish and Cosy 2 bedroom cottage with log burner

Stunning Renovation edge of Frome + country views

Cosy Dorset cottage hideaway!

Kings Cottage - Heart of the Deverills - EV Point

Peaceful, scenic, cosy cottage near Wells

Luxury Cottage near Stonehenge & Salisbury

7 The Mews, Holt nr. Bath. EV charger & parking
Private cottage rentals

The Coach House, unique country cottage, Somerset

Quiet and spacious cottage near Tisbury

Godminster Manor Cottage

33 - Grade II 3 bedroom cottage in charming town

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

The annexe may cottage

The Pigsty

Charming 16th century cottage in rural setting
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Shaftesbury vacation rentals start at $98 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
Shaftesbury stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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