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Hilltop View

Lillington, near Sherborne, Dorset
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
EV Charging
Increased accessibility
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Detached bolthole for two with fabulous views over the surrounding countryside
  • Decorated with care throughout to create a real home from home
  • Located on the border between Dorset and Somerset and perfect for touring
Property code: OC-87292

The hamlet of Lillington boasts beautiful countryside and is only 2.5 miles from the town of Sherborne, which draws many visitors for good reason. There are 12th-century castle ruins as well as the ‘new’ castle, built in the 16th century. The honey-coloured streets feature a historic abbey as well as numerous shops, pubs, cafes, and artisan boutiques. Those wishing to walk will find many routes weaving through this picturesque landscape or you can jump in the car and visit Haynes Motor Museum (10 miles), Fleet Air Arm Museum (9 miles), or Glastonbury (19 miles). The small, friendly village of Cerne Abbas, home of the Cerne Abbas Giant hillside chalk figure is within a short drive. The village itself has plenty to offer, including three welcoming pubs, a traditional Dorset tearoom and a shop/Post Office. Additional places of interest include Montacute House, Tintinhull House and Lytes Cary, which are in the care of the National Trust and all within 11 miles. The seaside towns of Weymouth and Bridport are located within a 25-mile radius of the property.

A shared driveway gives access to the private entrance into this single-storey property. Once inside you are met with a welcoming open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with many thoughtful details. To your left is a handy bench and space to leave coats and muddy boots. The kitchen is straight ahead and has been cleverly designed to make the most of the space - there is an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine and washing machine. There is a breakfast bar and stools for casual dining and a comfortable lounge area just opposite. As well as patio doors giving lovely views over the countryside, there is an electric wood burner effect fire and a Smart TV. The bedroom leads on from here and is beautifully presented with William Morris fabrics, a Smart TV, and more beautiful views. There is a contemporary en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC.

Patio doors lead from the lounge to a enclosed terrace with far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. With seating, table and chairs and gas BBQ, and a small strip of lawn, ideal for your four-legged friends. To the front of the property is an off-road parking space for one car and an EV charging point.

 

  • 1 bedroom - king-size bed
  • 1 bathroom - en-suite with shower over the bath and WC
  • Luxury bath robes provided
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Lavazza coffee machine, microwave and washing machine
  • Smart TVs in the lounge and bedroom
  • Electric heating throughout the property
  • Fully enclosed terrace with furniture, sun loungers and gas BBQ
  • One off-road parking space available
  • EV charging point - £35 per week payable directly to the owner
  • Pub and shop 2 miles
  • Beach 25 miles
  • Owner will consider allowing a 3rd dog, please call to enquire
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Anna Lowe

This property is personally managed by Anna.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 52 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Stephen 6th June 2026

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This property is beautiful , it has everything you could think of , everything is top quality, this is definitely a 5 star property , I hope to come back soon

Reviewed by Richard 31st May 2026

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What a wonderful find, lovely little cottage, nicely equipped with comfortable sofa and bed. The view out the window is spectacular and so quiet. We had a few minor issues but Sara was available to help fix. This was one of the best holidays we have had.

Reviewed by Linda 6th May 2026

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Accommodation great, views amazing, 3rd stay

Reviewed by Neil 21st April 2026

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Beautiful location, and the property was perfectly kitted out. Lovely welcoming treats - for both humans and dogs! Views were delightful, and we thoroughly enjoyed all our walks in the tranquil countryside. We would undoubtedly stay again if we are down in this part of the world - thank you, Sara and Rob.

Reviewed by Sarah 10th April 2026

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We absolutely loved our stay here.... small, but perfectly planned, tastefully furnished, immaculately clean, and it had absolutely everything we could have needed. The welcome pack was a really lovely gesture and much appreciated. The garden, though small, was very secure for our dogs, and there are ample walks and fields to go to from the door Read morewhich was perfect. Sherborne is a beautiful town, so being so close and yet feeling remote was fantastic. Highly recommended! Hide

Reviewed by Alex 9th April 2026

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What a fabulous little cottage! Perfectly laid out and equipped for people and dogs - we were warm and comfortable and loved having a proper kitchen to use, and our spaniels loved exploring the nearby lanes and fields . The location is fantastic for peace and quiet, but also has towns and lovely walks close by. Thank you so much

Reviewed by Sally 4th April 2026

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Lovely cosy cottage. Beautiful view over the hills. Very nice welcome pack. Even dog biscuits and towels. Would visit again.

Reviewed by Maureen 28th March 2026

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Thank you so much, we enjoyed such a relaxing week at Hilltop View, a beautiful location with a stunning view yet so close to Sherborne. Sara & Rob have put so much care into creating the most comfortable, welcoming and luxurious cottage. The property and gardens are beautifully maintained, and they have thought of everything you could need to makeRead more your stay perfect - they even include dog treats! We had a lovely week, enjoyed the wildlife (and our dog the pheasants!) and will definitely be returning. Thank you Sara & Rob, we cant recommend your cottage too highly! Hide

Reviewed by Sophie 13th February 2026

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Fantastic stay for a week away, some rainy days but also some beautiful sunny days. Lovely walks and beautiful views.

Reviewed by Julia 9th February 2026

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Beautifully set out with so many thoughtful extras. We had a very comfortable relaxing stay . We visited in winter but I expect in summer it offers even more with the patio area to relax on . Lovely countryside views .

Reviewed by Sarah-Jane 30th January 2026

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This cosy cottage is absolutely stunning in every way. Very stylish in decor and has everything and more that you could possibly need. They have thought of everything. It was very cosy, super quiet yet was central to many places of interest to visit. We will define be back. Thank you

Reviewed by Peter 16th January 2026

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The cottage has been beautifully furnished, everything you could wish for has been provided.

Reviewed by Jason 26th November 2025

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What an absolute gem! We only stayed for a few nights but wished we had stayed longer. The cottage itself is so cosy with a beautiful kitchen as soon as you walk in with all the appliances & equipment you need. Lovely little breakfast bar. The lounge area is very comfortable & spacious. Bedroom is also very spacious with excellent fixtures & fittinRead moregs. Bathroom is great as both shower & bath to relax after some very long walks. Sara was great in communications and we will definitely be back. Hide

Reviewed by R 15th November 2025

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Such a perfect cottage. Warm, cozy and has everything you need for a peaceful holiday. Great location, easy to get to the attractions around.

Reviewed by Diane 6th November 2025

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Reviewed by Suzanne 3rd September 2025

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Reviewed by Jennifer 29th August 2025

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Wonderful stay .Amazing view. I think they thought of everything.

Reviewed by Michelle 22nd August 2025

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Our second visit to this fantastic property. Yet again total perfection for our stay including goodies for us and the dog. So luxurious. Pristine throughout. Owners so friendly. Will be back next year. Thankyouxx

Reviewed by Gary 17th August 2025

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Ideal spot Great views, lovely place Clean and very high spec Can not wait to go back Read the reviews all very true

Reviewed by Colin 8th August 2025

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A truly lovely cottage and a really wonderful break thank you

Reviewed by Timothy 1st August 2025

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In a word, idyllic! No faults a perfect venue

Reviewed by Gary 29th July 2025

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Perfect. lovely people always happy to help. just what we needed for our break the dogs loved the field.

Reviewed by Ryan 25th July 2025

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Wow! This place was perfection! Weve stayed at a few places in the area as we have family nearby and this just blew them all out of the water! Firstly, the place itself is gorgeous, stunning views over the fields and the most well equipped place weve ever stayed! Feels private even though the hosts are nearby and on hand if you need them - communicRead moreation was great and we felt very welcomed (with a cute welcome package to boot) we would love to stay here again! Hide

Reviewed by Simon 18th July 2025

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100% perfect. Absolutely fantastic. Lots of little personal touches, fresh bread, milk etc on arrival, binoculars to see the local wildlife, even a bottle of wine to relax with on the patio. A cottage you know you will come back to.

Reviewed by James 11th July 2025

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This is our third time at Hilltop view it's a great peaceful place to stay. The cottage is situated in a beautiful area. And as it's dog friendly that's an added bonus. On our arrival there was a lovely welcome pack for us. Will definitely be coming back again

Reviewed by Donna 30th May 2025

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Hilltop view cottage has everything to offer if you are looking for a quiet getaway. It is very tastefully decorated, well equipped with most things you require ie; towels, a hairdryer etc; and if you have dogs then there are dog bowls and clean towels provided for them. On arrival we had been left lots of lovely goodies to eat and drink which wereRead more much appreciated. Outside the property was a small enclosed area with sun loungers should you want to sit outside and lap up the sunshine. Hide

Reviewed by Greg 23rd May 2025

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Excellent, superb, wonderful cottage, location views and access to Dorset & Somerset

Reviewed by Angela 9th May 2025

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Lovely place, clean and tidy and well equipped. This is the second time we have been and it wont be the last. Lovely place to unwind and look at the view and the places we wanted to visit were not to far away. We were able to have couple of bbqs due to the weather and the bbq was so good we have brought ourselves one to replace our old one.

Reviewed by Linda 24th April 2025

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My second visit, lovely views, very comfortable and well equipped property, will be back

Reviewed by Vincent 18th April 2025

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fantastic cottage top quality equipment extremely comfortable with great views perfect for a quiet relaxing stay but close enough for the town. the owners are very helpful we had a great long weekend

Reviewed by Tracy 11th April 2025

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Hilltop view was the most perfect accommodation, easy walking to Sherborne. The view was spectacular, we loved every moment

Reviewed by Philip 4th April 2025

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The cottage is of the highest standard .The view from the living area and bedroom is stunning and can also be enjoyed from the attractive terrace. There is even a bench at one end of the cottage for any evening sun. The owners take obvious pride in providing the best experience for their guests with nice touches all round. Whilst needing transport Read moreto get to a shop, Sherborne is close and is a lovely town, and there are nice walks from the door too. We loved our stay there. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 31st March 2025

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Reviewed by Louise 25th March 2025

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What a wonderful gem of a place in beautiful Dorset! The attention to detail in the property is exquisite with everything you could possibly need. Sumptuous bed linen and towels and a welcoming essentials of bread, butter, milk and wine! The views over the rolling hills and the old village can be seen from the bedroom and living room and also the tRead morehoughtfully laid out patio area which was perfect for a sunny breakfast even in March. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again Hide

Reviewed by Helen 20th March 2025

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Beautiful place to stay. The cottage is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay. The welcome hamper is amazing and generally a super place to be. Definitely one to return to

Reviewed by Rebecca 14th March 2025

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Cottage was lovely and just perfect for us. We had everything we needed. Clean, tidy and well equipped. It was what we needed for a long weekend. Location was just perfect peaceful, quiet and beautiful.

Reviewed by Michelle 5th March 2025

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This amazing holiday cottage was pure luxury in every way, from the furnishings to the equipment. Pristine. Very comfortable bed and pillows. A welcome gift for us and our dog was such a special touch. Very peaceful location yet close to Sherborne. Such a lovely view from the back windows to wake up too every morning. Will definitely be staying agaRead morein and I highly recommend a stay for anyone wanting that little bit of luxury!!! Hide

Reviewed by Jane 24th February 2025

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Reviewed by Wendy 4th February 2025

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Reviewed by Andrew 27th December 2024

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Such a lovely cottage perfect location peaceful and very comfortable.

Reviewed by Alan 20th December 2024

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Perfect!

Reviewed by Nita 18th November 2024

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Lovely property tastefully furnished and decorated. Very well equipped with all you need to make a lovely stay thank you

Reviewed by Simon 11th November 2024

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A truly restful time spent here. Great views with this wonderfully well thought out space. Well located, just a stones throw outside Sherborne, highly recommend.

Reviewed by Fiona 3rd November 2024

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Highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Nick 15th October 2024

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Wonderful escape. Beautiful cosy cottage with everything (and probably more!) than you would need for a break away from it all. So peaceful to just sit back and enjoy the scenery & wildlife. Walks available from the doorstep (maps provided) Will definitely be returning to Hilltop View in the Spring. Owners live next door, so are easily contacted ifRead more needed, but comprehensive handbook has all the information you will need. Possibly the BEST cottage getaway ever. Thanks for everything Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 12th October 2024

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The cottage is in a beautiful setting with many pheasants, rabbits and even a deer in the field just outside the patio doors. We spent many hours watching the wildlife. It is decorated beautifully with so many little touches - fresh flowers, robes, toiletries, magnifying mirror, ice in the freezer, binoculars, dog towels/bowls and the best equippedRead more kitchen ever! EV charging took away any stress of trying to find a public charger. A welcome hamper, cookies, chilled wine & even dog biscuits!! Hide

Reviewed by Jonathan 21st September 2024

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This house was perfect for my wife, our 2 small dogs and I. The area was very secure so the dogs could not escape. The fittings and fixtures in the house were of a higher standard than other places we have stayed. This house is only a short drive into the main town of Sherborne but still out of the way enough to be a quiet out of the way break. It Read morewas lovely just watching the pheasants and deer out of the windows while relaxing over a drink. The owner was on hand if needed but not in the way. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 30th August 2024

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If youre looking for a peaceful holiday with a very well equipped cottage and stunning views look no further. This is a great place to stay and wind down. Sherborne is just three miles away and is, I think, the best town in Dorset. This was our third stay here and we will be back again next year. All credit goes to the owners, who have created a woRead morenderful holiday home with everything you need to relax and enjoy your time here. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 12th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage. A bit off the beaten track but lovely and quite with plenty a of walks around.

Reviewed by Gary 26th July 2024

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The cottage and its owners were lovely, would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Philip 16th July 2024

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful, quiet location with an amazing view. Was great to watch the stars from the patio. The cottage had everything I needed and I had a great few days there.

Reviewed by Linda 13th July 2024

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Fabulous little place, to wake up in the morning with that wonderful view was amazing. Lovely owners. Will definately be back

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