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Properties that display the Sustonica badge have successfully passed the criteria,
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and their owner has made a commitment to look after our planet as well as you.
Very warm and comfortable had everything we needed. Very pretty area and not too far from town. Would definitely stay again as and when we visit Dorset.
Reviewed by Deborah4.1★Mar 2025
"Great place for a get together with family."
Nice location and very comfortable and clean accommodation. The kitchen had everything required to cook for the five of us. The only tiny tiny fault was that only one T towel was provided so advice to bring a couple of spare. Overall a great place and we would definitely stay again.
Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0★Jan 2025
"Only one thing, a bigger frying pan would be good, we had a bit of trouble trying to cook Spag Bol for 6 people in the small one."
Reviewed by Susan5.0★Nov 2024
"We have had a really enjoyable week's holiday here."
The accommodation had all that we needed and was in excellent condition and had everything we required. Will definitely be back Thoroughly recommend
Reviewed by Raymond5.0★Oct 2024
"The only reason I gave accuracy of the listing a low score is because the listing didn't mention there are 2 steps up to the corridor where the bedrooms and toilet is."
I managed but we only stayed 3 nights & had it been any longer I would have been annoyed.
I think the listing should definitely mention the steps.
We have booked again next year but are staying in the Corner Barn which I believe is all 1 level.
Reviewed by Barry4.1★Sep 2024
"Very easy and friendly booking admin."
Beautiful place to stay, with great facilities including the garden and games room. Would love to come back for longer.
Reviewed by Julia5.0★Sep 2024
"We were so pleased with the accommodation."
Everything we needed was there, mom and dad have never been on a cottage holiday, so having a very beautiful place to stay was such a positive for them. The walks across the road were lovely with beautiful views. We went out everyday to different seaside towns and villages, which were about an hour away. As mom and dad have disabilities the accommodation suited us well. A couple of things would make it even better, for instance, a grab rail in the shower, and the two steps(as don't always need the ramp) and maybe a chair that's a little higher as dad had to sit in wheelchair, as he couldn't get off sofa. And to top it all we had fantastic weather. We would definitely like to return. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.❤️
Reviewed by Karen5.0★Sep 2024
"We had a wonderful holiday."
The Old Cart Shed was perfect and it was in the ideal location to visit places like Weymouth Swanage Kimmeridge Bay and Shaftesbury.
The cottage was very comfortable and contained everything we could possibly need.
Leanne was very friendly and helpful and she was sorted out a little problem we encountered really quickly.
We hope to return again in the future.
Reviewed by Tony5.0★Aug 2024
"It was a joy to have more than everything we needed!"
So many times we've rented cottages where there's 'just enough' crockery and cutlery/barely enough cooking utensils etc. There was plenty here, and other added thoughtful items too. It was also useful to have such a thorough manual. The games room was well used by us - a great thing to have. Lastly, the super walks, lovely countryside, so much to do in Dorset, and the feeling that you're being 'welcomed' at the farm (along with our dogs); not a hinderance.
Reviewed by Kathy5.0★Aug 2024
"I would like to thank you so very much for letting myself and my family stay in your cottage."
It was a very well needed break and we had such a lovely time. The location is beautiful and the property is so spacious and well maintained. I would highly recommend your cottage to anyone who is thinking about staying there and also to friends and family. My autistic son struggled to stay there the first night as he has never stayed away from home before but by the time it came to leave, he didn't want to come home and he wants to live there. Thank you again for an unforgettable experience and we will never forget our wonderful stay in your cottage.
Dear Angela, your feedback almost brought a tear to my eye when I saw it yesterday. I’m so glad things worked out well for your son and was very touched to hear that he wanted to live there. Look after each other, it sounds like your son is growing up in a wonderful family. Margaret (owner)
Property Owner
Reviewed by Angela5.0★Jul 2024
"Great clean and comfortable accommodation with a well equipped kitchen."
The master bedroom might benefit from a television as if a party of 6 then some might wish to use the lounge for other activities which is where the current television is situated.
Ample parking and facilities in the local town. Ease of access to this by car.
Genuinely lovely
Reviewed by Matt4.7★Jun 2024
"This is our second time at the old cart shed and we enjoyed it as much as the first time."
Reviewed by Leon4.7★May 2024
"Couldn't find where to leave rubbish and the bucket for ashes for the fire was full of other stuff so not sure what to do with cleaning the fire/wood burner
The WiFi is very poor and needs rethinking."
Its a basic requirement for almost everyone nowadays.
Loved the property and enjoyed the tranquility
Hello John, thank you for your feedback, and we’re glad you enjoyed the property and the tranquility. We do read everything our guests say. The rubbish bins are on the roadside just outside the wall. Our housekeepers tend to leave firefighters, matches etc in the ashbins to keep things tidy but you’re right that might not be ideal when guests need to use them for ash! We use Wessex Internet for WiFi and their service is normally brilliant. I’m not sure if there was an outage during your stay (we’ve had some terrible weather) but all seemed good with the WiFi again when I checked it from outside earlier. We will double check again at the next changeover. I’m so sorry you had problems with it during your stay.
Property Owner
Reviewed by John4.1★Mar 2024
"The old cart shed exceeded expectations."
Very well equipped and clean. The one problem we encountered was resolved quickly by the manager but could have been avoided with a little more maintenance. Would definitely return and recommend this property.
Reviewed by Joanne4.4★Mar 2024
"We loved The Old Cart Shed, all our future holidays have a very high standard to reach now"
Reviewed by Allison5.0★Jan 2024
"A beautiful place to stay , extremely clean and homely ."
Nice surroundings.
My husband and I loved the pool table and not far to go !
The only downside was staying only 2 nights . Will be back .
Reviewed by Samantha5.0★Jan 2024
"A warm, comfortable, well equipped property in a lovely rural location."
We used it as a pre Christmas get together with children and grandchildren and very much enjoyed our stay.
Definitely recommended.
Reviewed by Patrick5.0★Dec 2023
"Excellent property, this is our second visit and will definitely come back again."
Spacious, clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay.
The Barry/Kirby family
Tipperary & West Sussex
Reviewed by Denise5.0★Nov 2023
"The cottage was very comfortable with everything we needed."
Very clean and well kept. Would definitely like to stay there in the summer months.
Reviewed by Christina5.0★Oct 2023
"We had a super nice stay in the middle of nature."
The cottage was very spacious. There was plenty of kitchenware available and everything was very clean. A stay to repeat and to recommend!
Reviewed by Natalia5.0★Sep 2023
"We had a lovely stay at The Old Cart Shed, it was ideally placed to visit lots of attractions, and was clean and comfortable."
The lights in the lounge were very dim, but aside from that it was great. Liked the fenced off garden at the front of the cottage which made it easy with dogs, and especially liked the car charging points, which made it so easy to charge our car in the evening without having to search for a charging point, wasting valuable holiday time. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 3 dogs (thank you for letting us bring 3) Didn’t use the games room but it looked impressive. Would happily return.
Reviewed by Helen5.0★Sep 2023
"We were 6 teachers from Dorset attending a wedding in Shillingstone."
We were amazed at the comfort, cleanliness and facilities of the property-so much so, we have recommended the location to friends and family.If I had to be picky, stripping the beds in the morning felt a little 'like home' and took a slight edge off the experience as was worried about the 'rules'.However, that was a slight gripe as we loved the property.Thank you to the owners-we will definitely be back!!x
Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Sep 2023
"Lovely, comfortable place to stay, lots of great walks and fantastic scenery within walking g distance ce of cart shed bit isolated apart from farm and other cottages, shops a few miles away but no worries, plenty of places to visit and 45 mins from."
Coastal spits. A little oasis
Reviewed by Patricia Ann4.1★Sep 2023
"This was the best self catering cottage we had ever stayed in you could not fault anything would recommend to anyone."
Reviewed by Leon5.0★Sep 2023
"The only thing to mainly make a constructive criticism, is that the lighting in the main kitchen/dining/lounge area was very dull."
We ended up using a couple of bedroom bed side table lights in that area. Other than that, it was really lovely and welcoming
Reviewed by Melissa4.7★Sep 2023
"Lovely cottage."
Photos don't do it justice. Everything was very nice quality and clean. Would definitely come back again. Loads to do within 30 min drive. Lovely peaceful place to rest at the end of a busy day out.
Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Aug 2023
"We were thrilled with the property and the level of cleanliness."
The Old Cart Shed is modern and well-equipped and is the perfect location for a peaceful holiday in Dorset. We enjoyed trips to the Jurassic Coast as well as short walks along local trails. We didn't want to leave!
Reviewed by Helen5.0★Aug 2023
"A little more rural than we where expecting."
Otherwise perfect.
Reviewed by Julie4.7★Jun 2023
"Possibly one of the best cottages we've stayed in."
Fantastic location with lots to do and see within a reasonable distance. Great walking area and we particularly enjoyed a stroll through the bluebell woods nearby. The cottage itself was wonderfully clean and had everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The beds were very comfortable and we would have no problem recommending this cottage.
Reviewed by Margaret5.0★May 2023
"A superbly welcoming cottage with a terrific games rooms for older children and adults."
Very comfortable with home from home amenities. We hope to return thanks to the immaculate cleanliness, welcoming touches, comfort and location. The only thing that some may look for in the summer is a private garden to relax in.
Reviewed by Steven5.0★Feb 2023
"The Old Cart Shed is super, it is clean, spacious and comfortable and a good base for exploring Dorset."
The games room was a welcome bit of extra fun.
The EV charge points were important to us and there were plenty available and they work!
Thank you.
Reviewed by Rachel5.0★Jan 2023
"Excellent. Will stay again."
Reviewed by Ted5.0★Nov 2022
"Excellent break in an excellent apartment with great facilities."
We were only too pleased to put positive comments in the book.
Beautiful part of the country and Blandford Forum is a must visit..
Reviewed by Stuart5.0★Oct 2022
"We had a lovely family holiday and the cottage made our stay easy comfortable and restful."
Great location in the heart of Dorset and good base for sight seeing and beech visiting. Would definitely return. Thank you
Reviewed by Kerry5.0★Sep 2022
"Me and the family thought that the cottages were great, perfect size, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend to others and come back."
Reviewed by Flint4.7★Jul 2022
"Very well appointed and comfortable accommodation."
Reviewed by Ros5.0★Jun 2022
"It’s the first holiday accommodation we’ve stayed at where I haven’t felt the need to cleaned and wash everything before we unpack."
The place literally was spotless!!! It was so nice and relaxing, very comfortable, books to read, to to watch, games next door in the barn, again, very clean! The beds were lovely and clean and comfortable. The outside area kept clean! The property was dog friendly and did not smell off dog at all! Dishwasher and washing machine e tabs provided, yea, coffee and sugar also! Plus milk and biscuits upon arrival!! Look… stop reading this and jolly well get on and book it!!!! We are definitely going back there again!!!!
Reviewed by Cristian5.0★Jan 2022
"We had a lovely stay."
Very cosy, comfy sofas and beds, well equipped kitchen and sparkling clean throughout.
The wood burner was great, with a generous helping of logs. Highly recommended.
Reviewed by Gary5.0★Dec 2021
"Lovely single story property, set with others around a courtyard."
well appointed and clean.
Special thanks to the owner who went 'the extra mile' to sort out a problem.
Reviewed by Jayne4.7★Nov 2021
"Very good kitchen facilities, comfortable seating area, and all bedrooms of a good size."
Good facilities for the dogs that we took with us. Will definitely return in the future.
Reviewed by Mahesh5.0★Nov 2021
"We had a great time at The Old Cart Shed, it was very clean, comfortable, warm, hot water at all times of the day and very well equipped even down to Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Washing Powder, Dishwasher Tablets, Washing Up Liquid etc."
Its in a lovely, pretty area would highly recommend staying here.
We will definitely be going back.
The Barry Family - Cashel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
5th - 8th Nov 2021
Reviewed by Denise5.0★Nov 2021
"Our break at the old car shed cottage was absolutely wonderful."
The old cart shed was absolutely home from home you couldn’t wish for a better place to stay in
Reviewed by Mark5.0★Jun 2021
"We had an extremely nice and comfortable stay at the Old Cart Shed at Hedge End Farm."
Communication and arrangements were all very clear and went smoothly. It was generally very clean and everything worked well. The surroundings are really beautiful and the views out over the fields are great. We would definitely come back to this, or one of the other cottages at Hedge End Farm in the future.
The only minor issue to mention was that the en suite bathroom off the master bedroom has quite a strong musty smell - would be worth trying to do something about that as it was the only problem with anything really.
Reviewed by Andrew4.7★Apr 2021
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Old Cart Shed."
The accommodation was more spacious than we thought, really clean and well looked after, comfortable and pet friendly. It was great to have a fully working kitchen complete with washing machine & a enclosed outdoor space to enjoy. Would definitely come back and stay for longer next time
Reviewed by Sonia4.7★Nov 2020
"Loved the cottage!"
Very spacious, the amenities were in amazing condition, exceeded our expectations. We will definitely look to book with you again.
Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★Oct 2020
"Ideal place to stay if you love countryside,1st time in dorset and really loved it."
The cottage is about 20-30 mins drive away to any of the coastal places(durdle door,poole,Bournemouth but we enjoyed it.The cottage was well equipped with all mod-cons,comfortable beds but the pillows were a bit hard.I would recommend this place,we had a lovely time.
Reviewed by Diane4.7★Sep 2020
"The accommodation was exactly as had been described."
Quiet, clean, spacious and light and airy.
It was unfortunate that the games room was closed, although we had been warned that this was the case.
Reviewed by Amanda4.4★Jul 2020
"It was a very relaxing experience helped by the lovely location and we'll ..."
It was a very relaxing experience helped by the lovely location and we'll presented accommodation it had everything we needed and wss exceptionally clean throughout definitely worth a revisited next year
Reviewed by Alaister5.0★Nov 2019
"Accommodation levels were very good although a few things are starting to look a bit tired and used."
The leather couches and fridge freezer have seen better days, but are still just about acceptable.
It would have been nice to have catches on the patio doors when open to prevent them swinging in the breeze and slamming shut.
The equipment in the cottage was otherwise of a very good standard and would recommend to anyone to stay.
Cleanliness was of a very good standard.
Would have been nice to meet the owners.
Reviewed by Jeremy4.7★Sep 2019
"The nearest pub is quite a walk away."
Okay going but not so good coming back.
Reviewed by Terry3.8★Aug 2019
"A fantastic holiday from a brilliant base and location."
The accommodation was well stocked, clean and had everything that we needed.
Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Jul 2019
"A home away from home."
.. A very clean and comfortable self-catering accommodation consisting of spacious bedrooms and living area. Our children really enjoyed spending time in the games room too, which was a bonus. A great location for our holiday with all the places we visited being under an hours drive away. We would definitely come back when we next come to Dorset. Thank you.
Reviewed by Christine5.0★May 2019
"This is one of our best holidays till date."
The cottage was beautiful and very very clean. Superb location, relaxing and calm. The property manager was very polite and our kids thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, it is my 10 year old son who wanted me to write a review definitely as he thoroughly enjoyed it. I will fully recommend this cottage to anyone as we enjoyed everything about it.
Reviewed by Karthikeyan5.0★May 2019
"Having lots of space in the accommodation and the games room was a real bonus"
Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Mar 2019
"We have been here before and love it."
It is always very clean and well equipped.
We contacted Leanne about something and she responded at once.
Beautiful area and great dog walks
Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Feb 2019
"So pleased we chose The Old Cart Shed, it was perfect."
Was bigger than we expected and was spotlessly clean. The kitchen was very well equipped and the games room next door was an added bonus. Will definitely be recommending to my friends.
Reviewed by Natalie5.0★Oct 2018
"We where a bit disappointed that nothing was said to us about there being two steps between the living and sleeping areas, or that there were ramps available to us on these steps."
I had to take my wife out the front door across grass and into our bedroom via french doors at night and in the morning . otherwise the cottage was very good. We also felt it would be good idea to have some grab rails over the bath, as this would help older people not to have a fall. We would like these facts brought to the attention of the owners.
Reviewed by Francis4.1★Sep 2018
"For us the warped gate, which was difficult to close, was a problem as we had a toddler so needed to keep it closed."
The 4 year old couldn’t open it from outside either when he visited his cousins in the Old Stables.
The children loved the barn and it was nice to borrow toys when something was being made or played with but it was dinner time.
Being picky- a fly screen would be good at the door!
Reviewed by Pamela5.0★Aug 2018
"We had a brilliant break and the accommodation is so well equipped that our family that live locally were able to visit and there was enough space for us all to get together for a pre-christmas catch up."
Thank you for the amazing little touches as well the Christmas tree, mince pies and logs for the fire were lovely.
Reviewed by Gill5.0★Dec 2017
"Perfect holiday for us as we have young children and not having to worry about stairgates is a plus as well as having an enclosed garden for the children to run around is great."
Reviewed by Rhian5.0★Oct 2017
"We loved our short break at this property."
It was in a great location and was really cosy and spacious. Would definitely like to stay here again.
Reviewed by Jillian5.0★Sep 2017
"Pillows were very hard."
We had a wonderful time and it was perfect for 3 separate family's.
Reviewed by Victoria4.6★Aug 2017
"Accommodation exceeded our expectations, must be one of the best we have ever experienced."
The games room was a real bonus as the grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed playing the games.
Reviewed by P M4.6★Aug 2017
"We all had a really great holiday even the dog was well catered for."
Reviewed by Sara4.6★May 2017
"This is the second stay at this beautiful complex and we had a brilliant stay."
We would recommend these barns to anyone.
Reviewed by Maggi5.0★Mar 2017
"Cottage was immaculate and very clean."
It was more spacious than we had anticipated. We would consider booking the same one again.
Reviewed by Lindsay5.0★Mar 2017
"Top place in great condition."
Comfortable, stylish, everything working. We loved it.
Reviewed by Sylvia4.8★Sep 2016
"This is a really amazing place to stay with lots of places to visit in Dorset."
The games room was really good for both our teenage children and a our very young grand-children.
One of the best places that we visited was the Bovington Camp Tank Museum and if you are looking for a nice small beach Swanage is highly recommended.
Winterborne Stickland 1 mile.
A cluster of six impressive, imaginatively-converted, single-storey barn conversions, nestling in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in an idyllic rural location a mile from the picturesque village of Winterborne Stickland, 4 miles from Blandford Forum. Perfect for groups to gather and celebrate birthdays, family reunions or wedding parties, with two popular venues nearby,
Milton Abby and Bryanston School. Grouped around an attractive grassed courtyard on the owner's 1350-acre working farm, with sheep and lambs grazing at the farm's front, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife to admire like hares, deer, and barn owls, along with seasonal blooms like orchids, wild garlic and bluebells in the nearby, all waiting to be discovered during your stay. These Winterborne Stickland cottages have been sympathetically converted to an extremely high standard, and where possible, feature many original oak beams and vaulted ceilings. Each of these Winterborne Stickland cottages has its own charm and character, all boasting cosy woodburning stoves, and most offering en-suite facilities. Outside each Winterborne Stickland cottage is a private garden area, as well as attractive shared lawns to the front, and use of a shared games room with a pool table, table tennis, air hockey, football table, and a selection of toys for younger children, in one of the larger barns on site; it is a super place to have fun after your day out. Stock up on groceries at Tesco in Blandford, Marks and Spencers food store, or a small village shop in Okeford Fitzpaine, which sells newspapers and lovely croissants. Reeves the Bakers offers excellent sourdough bread amongst other baked treats, and Mato’s and Stuart Pearce nearby are recommended butchers. Visit dog and child-friendly pub The Crown Winterborne Stickland, an old-fashioned traditional pub, serving hearty pub grub, or The Greyhound, Winterborne Kingston for some modern British cuisine using fresh, locally sourced produce. With a variety of accommodation on offer at these Winterborne Stickland cottages, up to 28 people can enjoy the delights of this lovely rural location, from the glorious country walks across the nearby Bulbarrow Hill, one of Dorset’s highest points, to the stunning Jurassic Coast, an easy drive. Discover the stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can admire the iconic Durdle Door, a natural limestone arch offering breathtaking views and fantastic photo opportunities. History enthusiasts will be captivated by the impressive ruins of Corfe Castle, steeped in tales of the past and set against a backdrop of rolling hills. For a fascinating dive into marine history, visit The Etches Collection, Museum of Jurassic Marine Life in Kimmeridge, where you can explore remarkable fossil exhibit collected by a local plumber that tell the story of life on Earth millions of years ago. These luxurious Winterborne Stickland cottages provide an excellent rural base from which to explore this stunning area.
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Where you’ll be staying
WINTERBORNE STICKLAND
Blandford Forum 4 miles.
The attractive village of Winterborne Stickland is located beneath the majestic Dorset Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Winterborne Stickland is situated in the peaceful, chalk-streamed Winterbourne Valley, which boasts spectacular views from Bulbarrow, one of the highest points in Dorset. The centre of this charming village features several picturesque cob and thatch cottages including the 17th century inn, and a 13th century church, whilst the surrounding countryside offers wonderful rural walks. Just 3 miles away is the pretty village of Milton Abbas, with its beautiful Benedictine abbey and exquisite, whitewashed, thatched cottages, often featured on Dorset picture postcards. Tour the striking Georgian architecture, visit the fascinating Fashion Museum, or sample real ale at the local brewery at nearby Blandford Forum. Alternatively, explore the colourful market and array of shops, pubs and restaurants at Thomas Hardy’s Dorchester, or enjoy the delights of the scenic Jurassic Coast, both within easy driving distance. You are truly spoilt for choice at this wonderful location.
