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Holiday Cottages Shaftesbury

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An eye-catching stone cottage resting on the outskirts of Shaftesbury, Dorset. Juliet balcony. Open-plan living. Country views. Shaftesbury 2.6 miles; Child Okeford 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1008394)

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7 nights from £362

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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A gorgeous detached cottage nestled in the picturesque village of Donhead St. Mary near Ludwell, Wiltshire. Dog-friendly. Open fire. Idyllic views. Shaftesbury 4.2 miles; Tisbury 5.3 miles; Salisbury 18.2 miles (Ref. 1059254)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £830

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.8

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A superb, detached residence set in huge grounds close to Shaftesbury. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Gillingham 6.8 miles; Mere 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1069538)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1602

  • Sleeps4
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    4.7

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Cosy ground floor cottage, half a mile from Shaftesbury. Close to rolling hills, lush green meadows and ancient woodland. Fantastic views. Relaxing base. Poole 27 miles. (Ref. 1113)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £358

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  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A superb cottage situated in the rural settlement of Farrington in Dorset. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pizza oven. Shaftesbury 5.6 miles; Blandford Forum 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1003500)

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7 nights from £348

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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The Old Stable, a beautifully-converted, single-storey barn, is tucked away in Milton On Stour near Gillingham, Dorset, boasting a pet-friendly policy. Shaftesbury 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1164741)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £872

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This fabulous Grade II listed cottage rests in the Dorset village of Marnhull. Early 19th century building. En-suite. Dog-friendly. Shaftesbury 5 miles. (Ref. 970616)

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7 nights from £400

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    4.9

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Enchanting and unusual folly in an idyllic private setting. A wonderfully romantic retreat for a couple. (Ref. 988942)

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7 nights from £579

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    4.7

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Charming single-storey barn conversion constructed over small stream in Milton on Stour. Open plan living, exposed beams. WiFi Area attractions within easy reach. Shaftesbury 7 miles. (Ref. 2362)

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7 nights from £354

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Gorgeous, single-storey, barn conversion, one of two on site. Rural location on borders of West Wiltshire and Dorset. En-suite facilities to both bedrooms. Mere 3 miles. (Ref. 1019004)

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7 nights from £479

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    4.8

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A homely cottage situated near the village of Motcombe, Dorset. Opposite award-winning pub. Shaftesbury 2 miles; Salisbury 22 miles. (Ref. 957189)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £450

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This cosy lodge on a peaceful15 acre site, is resting near village of Milton on Stour in Dorset. Fishing Balconies. Countryside surroundings. Enclosed garden. Nature trails. Pet friendly. Gillingham 2 miles; Shaftesbury 7 miles. (Ref. 967741)

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7 nights from £426

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Former tractor shed, one of two beautifully converted old farm buildings, in a magical setting on the borders of Wiltshire and Dorset. (Ref. 989003)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £366

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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Fabulous conversion of a former cart shed set in peaceful surroundings and rolling countryside. (Ref. 988879)

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7 nights from £602

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  • Sleeps5
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    4.6

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Unique, A-frame lodge placed near Gillingham in Dorset. Open-plan. Dog-friendly. On Whistly Waters. WiFi. (Ref. 970181)

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7 nights from £389

  • Sleeps4
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A charming, well-presented, single-storey barn conversion, one of nine on site, found on the Dorset/Wiltshire border close to Shaftesbury. Courtyard setting. Beamed vaulted ceiling. En-suite facilities. Shaftesbury 2.5 miles. (Ref. 906533)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £372

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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A pretty, Grade II listed cottage tucked down a quiet lane close to the centre of Sturminster Newton. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Blandford Forum 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1075433)

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7 nights from £530

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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Charming, detached single storey barn conversion. Lovely Dorset cottage in rural location. Open plan accommodation. Use of swimming pond. Sturminster Newton 4 miles. (Ref. 20119)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £339

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A contemporary first-floor barn conversion resting in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. Open-plan. Balcony. Views. Blandford Forum 9.6 miles. (Ref. 923041)

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7 nights from £418

  • Sleeps3
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    4.9

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A lovely cottage located near the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Excellent location. Shared use of tennis courts. Tasteful interior. Shaftsbury 2 miles; Salisbury 22 miles. (Ref. 957188)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £478

 

Just Show Me Shaftesbury Cottages

Anyone who was around in 1973 will immediately recognise Shaftesbury as the setting for that famous Hovis Bread TV commercial, where a young boy pushes his bike laden with loaves up a steep, cobbled street (watch it on YouTube if you missed it!). This will give you a good inkling of what to expect when you book a Shaftesbury cottage as nothing much has changed - indeed, not much since the 18th Century.

Brimming with fine historical buildings, the best way to explore this hilltop Saxon settlement is to follow the Shaftesbury Heritage Trail. Start anywhere in town and look out for heritage panels and blue plaques displaying local information. Gold Hill (or 'Hovis Hill') plays its part and you can visit Gold Hill Museum at the top, as well as Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden, set on the site of a Saxon Benedictine Abbey. The views from the top are amazing, sweeping over Blackmore Vale and neighbouring counties of Wiltshire and Somerset.

There are lots of shops to potter and browse, from antiques and second-hand books to quirky gifts, plus a selection of pubs, cafés and restaurants. Thursday is market day and there's a monthly farmers' market. It's also worth checking out any local festivals and carnivals, or plays and exhibitions at the Shaftesbury Arts Centre.

Days out from your Shaftesbury cottage

Bath, Bournemouth, Stourhead, Stonehenge and Longleat are all within an hour's drive, while Compton Abbas Airfield and Aviation Museum is closer still. Or head deep into glorious countryside along the many walking and cycling trails of Cranborne Chase and Blackmore Vale.

Find out for yourself and book a Shaftesbury cottage soon!