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This chocolate box thatched cottage is the perfect romantic getaway to either explore or relax.

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Dining
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Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cranborne Chase and West
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    8 min drive
  • Gold Hill Museum
    8 min drive
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    51 min drive

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About the area

Shaftesbury

On lake.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Shaftesbury cottage, you'll find Fontmell and Melbury Downs and Melbury Vale Winery. Gold Hill Museum and The Art Stable are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Wimborne Minster - 27 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 37 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 22 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

This chocolate box thatched cottage is the perfect romantic getaway to either explore or relax.

This chocolate box thatched cottage is the perfect romantic getaway to either explore or relax.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Toilet (Only). Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed rear garden with patio and summerhouse. On road parking (free outside of property). No smoking. . Welcome to Plum Tree Cottage. This beautiful, cosy, terraced thatched cottage is tucked away in the quiet village of Fontmell Magna, which is situated in the Blackmore Vale and close to the chalk hills of Cranborne Chase. This stunning chocolate box cottage is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic holiday away either exploring the Dorset Countryside or enjoying everything the property has to offer.

Entering directly into the dining room where you can enjoy an evening meal you will notice the unique characteristics with exposed beams, low ceilings, and many more. The living room offers a wood burner for those cosy nights in and a TV. The kitchen is well equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, electric oven hob, and microwave. The bathroom is located on the ground floor where there is a bath with shower attachment, basin, and toilet. Upstairs the stunning bedroom offers a double four-poster bed and a separate toilet and basin.

Outside you can enjoy the secluded private garden with views over the historic St. Andrews Church, here you can enjoy a morning coffee or evening drink under the stars ready for the next day. With the location only a 5-mile drive from Shaftesbury, make sure you make the most of the stunning village centre, Shaftesbury Abbey, and the famous local market which is weekly during the summer months and has been running for centuries.

For the walkers among us, the local walks around the stunning Dorset/Wilshire countryside will make you want to keep coming back with ever-changing landscapes, stunning views, and many more sites to be seen. Further afield you can take in the stunning views of the Jurassic Coastline which starts at Poole Harbour all the way to Lyme Regis. The city of Salisbury is approx. a 40-minute drive from the property. Shops, pubs, and restaurants 1 mile. Local pub & restaurant less than a 5-minute walk. Parking for this property is on the street either directly outside or on adjacent roads.
Free WiFi

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

su-UK39365-UK39365

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