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Clockmakers Cottage

Chetnole, near Sherborne, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Get away from it all and unwind in this tranquil location, surrounded by rolling countryside
  • Spend a summer evening with drinks on the terrace overlooking the River Wriggle
  • Perfect escape three furry friends welcomed
Overview
Property code: OC-53673

Adjacent to the owners’ home yet offering a good degree of seclusion, this spacious cottage is set in a tranquil position on the banks of the River Wriggle and is ideally situated for exploring the much photographed Jurassic Coast, as well as the beautiful countryside of both Dorset and Somerset. Conveniently positioned on the edge of the pretty village of Chetnole, you will find a popular pub nearby and a useful convenience store a short drive away. This picturesque area has an abundance of pretty towns and villages to explore including the charming market town of Sherborne, which has an historic abbey, two castles, as well as quaint streets lined with boutique shops and artisan eateries. 

A shared drive leads you to the private entrance which has a step up to the front door. Once inside the cottage you are met by a spacious hallway that leads firstly to the twin bedroom, which is a peaceful spot overlooking the garden. You will also find a separate WC. Heading on from here is the bright and airy lounge, which has a warming wood burner (first basket of logs included, further logs available to purchase from the owner), TV/DVD and a Juliet balcony which looks out over the garden and gives glimpses of the river beyond. Moving along the hallway you will find the contemporary bathroom, with shower over bath and WC as well as a further king-size bedroom. The spacious kitchen/diner is well-equipped with an electric oven and gas hob, microwave and fridge/freezer and is the ideal place to relax with the family as it also has a TV. There is also a utility area which has a dishwasher, washing machine and door leading to the terrace and garden.

Once outside you will find a sunny terrace overlooking part of the owners’ garden and offering lovely views of the river. You can enjoy this tranquil spot whilst using the garden furniture and BBQ supplied, located directly outside of the kitchen/diner, it’s the perfect spot for enjoying drinks or a meal outdoors. Steps lead down to a second fully enclosed garden area, with lawn and pretty flower beds. Heading back to the front of the property is an off-road parking space for one car.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with bath, shower bath and WC and 1 separate WC
  • Wood burner - first basket of logs included, further available to purchase from the owner
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • TV/DVD in lounge and TV in kitchen
  • Wood burner - first basket of logs included, further available to purchase from the owner
  • Fully enclosed garden with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Off road parking for 1 car outside the property - by arrangement with the owner, additional off road parking available approximately 60 metres away
  • Beach 14 miles, shop 3 miles, pub within walking distance
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Heidi Brackenbury

This property is personally managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Penny 6th March 2026

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Another excellent stay at this warm, cosy but spacious cottage. The kitchen is well stocked for home cooking, and the crockery is high quality. Always plenty of hot water. Lovely peaceful setting. Very friendly owner. The food at the village pub is really good and is inexpensive. Plenty to do in the area, but one needs a car. We recommend Pen Mill Read moreHotel in Yeovil to book a Sunday roast dinner! Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 6th February 2026

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A friendly and helpful welcome from the owner to this lovely cottage. Beautifully located by a river, with useful on site path and secure garden for dogs. Cosy but spacious. I would certainly stay again.

Reviewed by Matthew 19th October 2025

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Reviewed by Jan 3rd October 2025

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Reviewed by Gail 22nd September 2025

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Reviewed by Wendy 6th June 2025

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Good location if you enjoy decent local food i.e Udders, Jurassic, Bridport Rawles etc but buy enough for a couple of days no more. Locals really helpful such as taxi drivers from Yeovil. Lucky to be met by deer upon arrival - owls during night - different to mine at home, swans, ducks and their duckling plus other creatures that moved so quickly uRead morenable to identify them but possible creatures from Wind In the Willows. Butterflies also interesting not basic blue or whites. Like the nature. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 30th May 2025

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Just lovely!! Best holiday cottage I've been to which meets approval from my elderly mother. Comfy beds, quiet location lots of bird song and a babbling brook seen and heard from the kitchen. Small wood to explore. Hardly heard of saw any cars go by. Everything to hand you need for a comfortable stay. Hot shower in a big bathroom with a further toiRead morelet along the corridor. Huge selection of dvds and books. Easy access to Sherborne which is a great town. Weymouth circa 45 drive mins away. Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 16th May 2025

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The cottage had everything we needed and is situated in beautiful countryside with easy access by car to the coast and places to visit. The cottage is very dog friendly and we were just unlucky that the new lawn had just been seeded and we were not able to use the area. We loved sitting out on the sunny terrace watching the river and the wildlife aRead morend listening to the birdsong. Hide

Reviewed by Vicky 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Carolyn 31st March 2025

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Reviewed by Penny 14th February 2025

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Our 4th trip to this cottage, always in February so often wet, but with some sunshine - as you'd expect at this time of year. The cottage is beautifully warm and cosy, though, with a log fire if you want one. Plenty of space, and we'll equipped. Tens of DVDs and books if you want those, and a few family games and jig saws. The fast stream at the baRead moreck makes a pretty setting. We always enjoy a Sunday roast in the Penn Mill pub in Yeovil, and an evening meal in the local Chetnole Inn. Hide

Reviewed by S 4th October 2024

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Spacious well equipped. Many public footpaths and quiet lanes surround cottage. Owners very helpful and never intrusive. Ideal for true countryside break.

Reviewed by Kim 27th September 2024

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The cottage is spacious, the double bed really comfy. The cottage is in a very rural setting with good walks on the doorstep with the dog. Also enclosed garden, a must for our crazy mutt. We visited Yeovil for a woodland hill walk, and 3 beaches, West beach, Weymouth and Lyme Regis, dog loved it. Great fish and chips at small hut, (the blue one) inRead more West bay. Lyme bit more interesting, with shops and plenty of places for food. All beaches were easily accessible and no more than an hour's drive. Hide

Reviewed by Lizzie 6th September 2024

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A lovely cottage in a beautiful position, well equipped & comfortable. We appreciated the endless hot water & very efficient heating, as it turned unseasonably cool during our stay. James & Louise were perfect hosts - on hand & helpful if you needed them but never intrusive. We particularly appreciated James' enthusiasm for & knowledge of the localRead more fauna. We enjoyed days out at Abbotsbury, Minterne & Sherborne & Dorchester museum is excellent. We had 2 good meals at the dog friendly local pub. Hide

Reviewed by Sally 9th August 2024

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A beautifully situated cottage, in the rural downland of Dorset, with plenty of wildlife. Kingfishers, otters, dragon flies of every radiant colour and butterflies. The cottage is fully equipped and there are good suggestions for local walks. We highly recommend this as a wonderful place to stay

Reviewed by Pat 5th July 2024

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