This idyllic hideaway is in the charming Dorset village of Stour Provost. Welcoming four guests across two characterful bedrooms, the quaint cottage is perfect for couples and small families looking to embrace a slower pace of life. The village is right in the heart of the beautiful Blackmore Vale, and you can enjoy walks from your doorstep through ancient woodlands, along quiet, country lanes, or following the banks of the River Stour. The property is also just 10 miles from Cranborne Chase National Landscape. The picturesque hilltop town of Shaftesbury is 6 miles away, with its thatched cottages and cobbled streets. Spend time here, pottering around the shops, before heading to the top of the town’s famous street – Gold Hill – to admire the panoramic views. The cottage is also within touring distance of the Jurassic Coast, with beauty spots such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove just over 30 miles away.
The 18th-century, Grade II-listed thatched cottage is full of charm, featuring beamed ceilings and whitewashed stone walls. Inside, the accommodation is arranged across different levels, and the cute, country-cottage decor perfectly complements the property’s period features. Enter the holiday home into the lounge, where a collection of comfortable seating is arranged around a Smart TV and a roaring wood burner. From here, four steps take you to the colourful kitchen, which is equipped with everything needed for a successful, self-catering getaway. Just off the kitchen is a stylish shower room and a handy utility room. Upstairs, two charming bedrooms await. One double and a single with pull out trundle bed (please request the additional bed at point of booking should you need it) both with pretty linens, pastel-coloured décor, and a plethora of original features. Five steps from the double bedroom lead to a spacious en-suite with a roll-top bath.
A stable door from the kitchen opens onto the tiered garden, where you’ll find a choice of peaceful seating spots amongst the mature trees and colourful flower beds. From the first floor, you’ll also have access to a raised patio/balcony with outdoor furniture, a real suntrap, and a lovely place for an al fresco supper. Private parking is available for one car, with further unrestricted parking in the village, subject to availability.