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Welcome to the cottage
Step into this cleverly designed and stylish open-plan living area
Settle down beside the cosy wood burner and Smart TV
Charming lounge area
Prepare your favourite meals in the stylish kitchen area
Seamlessly blends original features with contemporary style
Light and airy with high ceilings, beams and original features to admire
Get a good night's sleep in the double bedroom
Charming double bedroom
The bedroom retains the original beams in the ceiling
Contemporary shower room
Looking towards the entrance of the property
Views over farmland to be enjoyed from the veranda
Enjoy al freso meals and drinks
Take in the views across the paddock from the veranda
Step off the veranda and stroll around the paddock
Head outside to the covered veranda
Looking towards the cottages
Visit Sherborne's two castles, the Old Castle and the New Castle
Sherborne's historic abbey
Head to the Jurassic Coast and explore the many fossil rich beaches
1 / 23  Welcome to the cottage
2 / 23  Step into this cleverly designed and stylish open-plan living area
3 / 23  Settle down beside the cosy wood burner and Smart TV
4 / 23  Charming lounge area
5 / 23  Prepare your favourite meals in the stylish kitchen area
6 / 23  Seamlessly blends original features with contemporary style
7 / 23  Light and airy with high ceilings, beams and original features to admire
8 / 23  Get a good night's sleep in the double bedroom
9 / 23  Charming double bedroom
10 / 23  The bedroom retains the original beams in the ceiling
11 / 23  Contemporary shower room
12 / 23  Looking towards the entrance of the property
13 / 23  Views over farmland to be enjoyed from the veranda
14 / 23  Enjoy al freso meals and drinks
15 / 23  Take in the views across the paddock from the veranda
16 / 23  Step off the veranda and stroll around the paddock
17 / 23  Head outside to the covered veranda
18 / 23  Looking towards the cottages
19 / 23  
20 / 23  
21 / 23  Visit Sherborne's two castles, the Old Castle and the New Castle
22 / 23  Sherborne's historic abbey
23 / 23  Head to the Jurassic Coast and explore the many fossil rich beaches

Tinker - The Hide

Sherborne (6mls S), Dorset
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
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At a glance

  • Seamlessly blends original features with contemporary style
  • A beautiful bolthole for couples wishing to tour or relax beside the wood burner
  • Views over farmland to be enjoyed from the covered veranda
Property code: 80736

Relax on the terrace with a cool drink at this romantic Dorset retreat for two. One of a collection of beautifully converted, barn-style homes in the village of Middlemarsh, known for its chalk Cerne Abbas Giant, it has one bedroom and enjoys picturesque country views. Approximately 6 miles from Sherborne, it makes a great base for exploring Dorset; those staying here can then return after busy days out and relax on the veranda.

Open the front door to this single-storey holiday home to find light-filled accommodation. The heart of the property is its beamed lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can prepare delicious dinners for two and relax together at the end of a long day. Switch on the Smart TV and light the wood burner to bring a cosy glow to the space; set the table inside on colder days or dine out on the terrace when the weather is fine. As night falls, head through to the inviting double bedroom. The shower room, with WC, is also off the hall. Throw open the double doors to let a spring or summer breeze into the open-plan living area or sit out on the covered veranda to take in the beautiful views over the fields. This property comes with off-road parking for two cars. A small stream runs under the veranda and there is a pond across the driveway in the owners’ garden which is bordered with post and rail fencing, please take care with children.  

Spend your afternoons in delightful Sherborne, known for its gorgeous architecture, as well as its castles and famous abbey. Browse in the enticing shops, boutiques and galleries here and in Dorchester, 11 miles away. Venture south for days out near the sea. Go for long walks along the Jurassic Coast or enjoy the seaside town appeal of Weymouth, also approximately 20 miles away, with its sandy beach.

  • 1 bedroom - double
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in the lounge area
  • Underfloor heating
  • Covered veranda with furniture
  • A small stream runs under the veranda and there is a pond across the driveway in the owners’ garden which is bordered with post and rail fencing, please take care with children.
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 3.5 miles and pub within 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Carol 20th September 2024

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Excellent cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Ideal for visiting Sherborne and Dorchester areas. Very friendly owner. Thank you very much for tea , jam and biscuits. Great to see the family of deer in the garden. Will definitely hope to return in near future.

Reviewed by Berni 13th September 2024

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Stayed in Tinker ( The Hide ) for a week in mid-September. The cottage was pretty much perfect. If there had to be a negative, it would be a lack of storage for any food stuff you may have brought with you ! It was very peaceful and just what we were looking for and we would recommend to anyone .

Reviewed by Steven 6th September 2024

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Quiet location. Good to have the veranda to sit under. Comfortable and suitable for my disability. I would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Christopher 23rd August 2024

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A very lovely cottage. Clean and modern with rustic touches. The field out the back was beautiful and we even saw some deer. Nice powerful shower. Owner was friendly and approachable.

Reviewed by Roz 16th July 2024

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It was so lovely - beautiful setting and comfortable, owner very welcoming. Property fully equipped , clean and very serene. surroundings. Perfect all round, would certainly recommend again and again. Not sure if a suggestion of games / cards may be a good idea. Other than that the only suggestion I have is to return again.

Reviewed by Sandy 7th June 2024

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What a wonderful week I have had here. It is done to a very high standard and very clean. Everything you need from cooking utensils etc. The view at the back was stunning with fallow deer everyday. Lots of wildlife especially at dusk with bats, tawny owls and short eared owls. Cant wait to go back next year.

Reviewed by Sam 29th December 2023

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A Perfect Winter Retreat Lovely accommodation exactly as described. Lots of kitchen extras left on site was really helpful. Weather was not on our side but the Deers came out to say goodbye as we left. Would Definately return.

Reviewed by Sharon 3rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Jaap 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Ruth 16th June 2023

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As it happened I was the sole person on site, but I loved Tinker Cottage, especially eating out on the verandah. Enjoyed visits to Shaftsbury, Sherborne, Dorchester, Minterne Gardens and the Water Gardens near Weymouth. I could easily find plenty more to do on a return visit.

Reviewed by Kevin 2nd June 2023

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Lovely cottage Very clean Well equipped with all you needed

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Welcome to the cottage
Step into this cleverly designed and stylish open-plan living area
Settle down beside the cosy wood burner and Smart TV
Charming lounge area
Prepare your favourite meals in the stylish kitchen area
Seamlessly blends original features with contemporary style
Light and airy with high ceilings, beams and original features to admire
Get a good night's sleep in the double bedroom
Charming double bedroom
The bedroom retains the original beams in the ceiling
Contemporary shower room
Show 11 moreLooking towards the entrance of the property

Location

Map
Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

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