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Holiday Cottages Shaftesbury

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Doubletree Cottage, a stylish, single-storey lodge located on a working farm in Swainsford near Mere in Wiltshire, enjoying tranquil countryside views. Shaftesbury 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1156936)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £515

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £479

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £400

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes
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Singletree Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly barn conversion located in the charming village of Swainsford in Wiltshire and is ideal for couples. Shaftesbury 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1156938)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £452

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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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
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £372

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Stylish, former Victorian coach house in the grounds of a Victorian rectory, in the village of Buckhorn Weston. Carbon neutral property. Oak floors. WiFi. Enclosed patio. Rural views. Pub nearby. Gillingham 4 miles. (Ref. 921681)

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7 nights from £567

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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A charming semi-detached farm building conversion resting in East Knoyle, Wiltshire. Within AONB. Open-plan. Romantic. Luxury furnishings. Shaftesbury 6.5 miles; Salisbury 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1051819)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £484

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Bowerchalke, near Broad Chalke, Wiltshire. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Bedrooms with en-suites. Salisbury 12.3 miles; Shaftesbury 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1111761)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Games room

7 nights from £571

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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  • Sykes rating

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
  • Hot Tub
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7 nights from £1602

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Delightful single-storey rural North Dorset barn conversion. Set in 10 acres of lovely grounds on the edge of Fontmell Magna village. Woodburning stove and en-suite. Shaftesbury 4 miles. (Ref. 918681)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £472

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    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

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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Charming, traditional cottage with impressive garden in a quiet village street. Retreat into tranquillity in Wiltshire's Nadder valley, one of the regions' most attractive locations. (Ref. 988908)

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7 nights from £629

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes
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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
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £366

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A delightful farm building conversion offering a romantic escape in East Knoyle, Wiltshire. Private garden. Off-road parking. No pets or children. In AONB. Shaftesbury 6.5 miles; Salisbury 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1051281)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £484

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.4

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This detached cottage is based close to Tisbury, Wiltshire. 4 bedrooms. WiFi. Andover 17 miles; Southampton 23 miles. (Ref. 992129)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £741

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo
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Royal Oak House is a striking detached house with a heated swimming pool, barbecue, and 2-acre garden, located in the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Shaftesbury 3.3 miles; Stonehenge 22.9 miles; Salisbury 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1060629)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Games room

7 nights from £2319

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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A delightful, thatched cottage resting in Purse Caundle near Milborne Port, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Sherborne 4.8 miles; Yeovil 10.1 miles; Gillingham 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1086641)

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7 nights from £560

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Exceptional, lovingly restored cottage in Wiltshire's beautiful Chalke Valley. They really don't get better than this in this area. Outstanding! (Ref. 988982)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1304

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £830

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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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 £829

 

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!