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Rural Retreat

Blandford Forum, Dorset
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • An inviting, single-storey cottage set on a farm in the beautiful Dorset countryside
  • Relax in your private garden or wander across to picnic in the picturesque farm meadows
  • Light the wood burner in the brick fireplace and recline on the sofa to chat about your day
Property code: OC-R43274

This tranquil cottage offers couples or solo travellers the chance to slow the pace of life and enjoy glorious countryside, coastal adventures and vibrant market towns. Meet the free-roaming chickens, stroll onto nearby footpaths and return to relax by the wood burner after a day exploring.

Entry is via electric gates, then follow the garden path before taking two steps up to the door of the single-storey retreat. Hang coats in the hall and stroll into the lounge, where a striking brick fireplace houses a cosy wood burner. Snuggle on the L-shaped sofa for a quiet evening with the Smart TV. The bright kitchen/diner offers plenty of space for preparing meals – perhaps with the help of the microwave and the air fryer – and lingering over dinner. The king-size bedroom includes ample storage, while the shower room features a large double shower for a refreshing start to each day. The enclosed, lawned garden offers a delightful spot in which to dine, relax with a glass of wine or simply admire the rural vista. Guests are also welcome to wander through the farm's fields and enjoy the views (please note that there is no entry to the stables), perhaps encountering a chicken or two as you discover country footpaths. As another bonus of this appealing getaway, private parking is also provided.

This lovely escape is located on a farm at Winterborne Zelston. Sturminster Marshall and Bere Regis are 4 miles away, and the beautiful harbour town of Poole is 11 miles away, where you’ll find fabulous beaches and a historic old town. The beauty spots of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are both within 15 miles, and it’s the same distance to the market town of Dorchester, where you’ll find shops, museums and Max Gate, once the home of author Thomas Hardy.

  • 1 king-size bedroom
  • 1 family shower room with a WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and air fryer
  • Washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Smart TV with Sky TV
  • Travel cot and highchair available 
  • Enclosed garden with outdoor furniture, plus access to the shared farm grounds
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 300 metres, pub 150 metres, beach 10 miles
  • Please note there are roaming chickens on the farm
  • Guests are asked not to go into the stables
  • Camera all around the property including the entrance and parking and rear garden of the main house
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Claire Tranter

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Gerry 24th September 2026

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Very comfortable cottage in a nice quiet location, but conveniently situated enabling us to explore much of Dorset. Great having an enclosed garden for our dog. The owners were lovely people and it was good to meet Bear, their big friendly Dogue de Bordeaux.

Reviewed by Catherine 11th September 2026

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Lovely cottage..ideally placed for visiting places of interest..

Reviewed by Dominica 5th September 2026

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Absolutely love this cottage! It has everything you could possibly want and on one particularly wet day we decided to stay home and just enjoy the cottage! Lovely decor, great furnishings, great bed, spotlessly clean and fresh. Amazing kitchen! Totally secure enclosed garden big enough to throw a ball! Rod and Lorrie our hosts were so nice but Read morenot intrusive and have the most gorgeous dog ever, hes a big sweetheart though we didnt see a lot of him! It does say free roaming chickens, only saw them pass by one day but they dont come in the garden, they were very cute! If you want somewhere quiet but want to walk easily to a pub then this is the place for you! Can highly recommend. 10/10 Hide

Reviewed by Rob 29th August 2026

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Very comfortable and a great location for exploring the area. Easy access from main road, which is masked by trees and far enough away so road noise isn't a problem. If you don't want to drive there are footpaths right by the cottage. The owners (and dog :-) are very welcoming and the nearest pub is very good and only a short walk away.

Reviewed by Christopher 23rd August 2026

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We had a fabulous time at Rural Retreat. The cottage was well stocked with everything you'd need and Lorrie (the owner) made sure we had everything we needed via a few carefully timed SMS messages whilst also leaving us alone to enjoy our privacy. The location of Rural Retreat is perfect for exploring everything Dorset has to offer with most towns Read moreand the seaside all within 30 -40 minutes drive away. The setting of the cottage means that the location is very quiet. we would have no hesitation in recommending this place. Thank you Lorrie (and Bear). Hide

Reviewed by Chris 20th August 2026

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Lovely fully equipped, quiet place to stay. Perfect enclosed garden for dogs with access to fields. Ideal base with very friendly owners always approachable and accommodating if needed.

Reviewed by Melvin 2nd August 2026

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Excellent property, hosts were fantastic

Reviewed by Annie 23rd July 2026

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Reviewed by Sally 17th July 2026

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This is a very short review as everything was absolutely first class. Immaculate accommodation, perfectly situated, very well equipped and very well presented by extremely friendly hosts.

Reviewed by Roger 10th July 2026

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Clean, comfortable and quiet. Very pleasant and friendly owner available in the unlikely event of a problem.

Reviewed by Michael 21st June 2026

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Dorset Coastal Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.