This chocolate-box cottage is the perfect rural retreat for couples and small families looking to switch off and relax in peaceful surroundings. The cottage is set in the idyllic village of Chaldon Herring, and you’ll have a fantastic choice of countryside walks from your front door. Alternatively, join the coast path, which passes just 1.5 miles away. For a day at the seaside, the beaches at Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are within 4 miles of the cottage.
The thatched cottage oozes personality and charm, with beautiful exposed beams and a gorgeous original fireplace. Kick off your walking boots in the hallway, and head into the country-style kitchen to rustle up a delicious meal. The kitchen opens onto the lounge/diner, where you can come together for memorable mealtimes and share a bottle of wine in the glow of the open fire. Cottage-style stairs lead to the first floor, where you’ll find two tasteful bedrooms and a family bathroom. Due to the period of the property, you will find characterful low beams, sloping ceilings, and restricted head height in some areas. The enclosed garden is laid to lawn and is surrounded by attractive shrubs and flowerbeds; relax here with a morning coffee, listening to the sound of the birds.
Chaldon Herring is a great base for outdoor enthusiasts, surrounded by stunning scenery and rolling countryside. The popular walk to Scratchy Bottom provides glorious coastal views, and a climb to one of the nearby hills will offer jaw-dropping vistas of the iconic Durdle Door. The ancient market town of Dorchester is 9 miles away. Here, you’ll find a great range of independent shops and eateries, as well as museums and local attractions. The town is also synonymous with the poet and writer Thomas Hardy, and you can visit his birthplace and former home.