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Tranquil riverside setting
Sunny terrace set above the river bank
Comfortable lounge overlooking the private enclosed garden and river
Relax by the cosy wood burner
Light and airy lounge with a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden
Curl up with a good book
Spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area
Sit and enjoy your meal in the dining area
Well-equipped country style kitchen
Relax in the king-size bedroom decorated with calming colours
Peaceful twin bedroom with views over the garden
Light and airy bathroom
Enjoy al fresco meals and drinks on the terrace
Looking towards the front of the property
Enclosed garden with pretty flower beds
Take time out for a picnic
Spacious garden for all the family to enjoy
A warm welcome awaits your four legged friends
1 / 18  Tranquil riverside setting
2 / 18  Sunny terrace set above the river bank
3 / 18  Comfortable lounge overlooking the private enclosed garden and river
4 / 18  Relax by the cosy wood burner
5 / 18  Light and airy lounge with a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden
6 / 18  Curl up with a good book
7 / 18  Spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area
8 / 18  Sit and enjoy your meal in the dining area
9 / 18  Well-equipped country style kitchen
10 / 18  Relax in the king-size bedroom decorated with calming colours
11 / 18  Peaceful twin bedroom with views over the garden
12 / 18  Light and airy bathroom
13 / 18  Enjoy al fresco meals and drinks on the terrace
14 / 18  Looking towards the front of the property
15 / 18  Enclosed garden with pretty flower beds
16 / 18  Take time out for a picnic
17 / 18  Spacious garden for all the family to enjoy
18 / 18  A warm welcome awaits your four legged friends

Clockmakers Cottage

Sherborne (6.5mls SW), Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Internet access
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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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
  • Look out for wildlife on the banks of the river and take a walk through the adjacent copse
  • Great for walking and cycling with many routes to explore from your front door
Overview
Property code: 53673

Get away from it all with a stay in this single-storey cottage in an idyllic riverside setting. Set in a tranquil location just 8 miles from historic Sherborne, this is a fantastic choice for walkers, cyclists and wildlife lovers. Sleeping four, the accommodation is cosy and welcoming inside with a warming wood burner, and picturesque outside with a sunny terrace, BBQ and river views.

Rustle up delicious family meals in the spacious country-style kitchen which contains everything you could need and overlooks the garden. Once prepared, enjoy dinners together in the delightful dining area before firing up the wood burner in the lounge and settling in for a cosy evening of films or TV with the family. With extensive windows and a patio door opening onto the garden, this room is a pleasant spot in which to relax all day long. Both bedrooms have been finished in calming neutral tones with pretty soft furnishings to ensure a restful night’s sleep for all. Outside, enjoy summer BBQs on the terrace while four-legged guests make the most of the enclosed lawn garden, bordered by pretty flower beds.

Surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside, quaint villages and welcoming pubs, this pocket of Dorset is a haven for walkers. Positioned on the edge of the pretty village of Chetnole, a popular pub and useful convenience store are just 1 mile from the property. A little further afield, Sherborne is home to a beautiful abbey and fantastic selection of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Meanwhile, the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site lies just 23 miles to the south, boasting fantastic beaches, quaint towns and villages and of course the breathtaking South West Coast Path.

  • 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 and fridge/freezer
  • Utility area with dishwasher and washing machine
  • TV/DVD in lounge and TV in kitchen
  • Selection of books and board games
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • 3 dogs welcome, more by arrangement
  • Off road parking for 1 car outside the property - by arrangement with the owner, additional off road parking available approximately 60 metres away
  • Charcoal BBQ available
  • Strictly no smoking in the property
  • Beach 14 miles, shop 3 miles, pub within walking distance
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. 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 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Roger 8th March 2024

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A quiet, peaceful and pleasant location, with lovely views of the river. The owners were friendly and helpful and seemed appreciative of a couple of comments we made whilst there. Although the cottage looks a little tired in places, it is mainly well equipped. The present settee and two armchairs are comfortable, as are the beds. The kitchen is a gRead moreood size, with separate utility room and a good sized dining area at one end. The extra toilet was much appreciated. Would recommend and return. Hide

Reviewed by Penny 9th February 2024

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We've stayed at this cottage three times now, and would happily return. It has a lovely aspect overlooking the river and fields, and a log burner in the lounge. The property is always warm in winter. Plenty of space for a family, and lots of DVDs, books and games are provided. The kitchen is equipped well enough to cook for yourself, but there's a Read moregreat pub at the other end of the village which has good food from 6.30pm. Plenty of places to visit nearby, especially a cream tea at Summer Lodge. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 27th October 2023

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Thoroughly enjoyed the stay, nice and relaxing. Saw deer both in the field across the river and in the garden. Really cosy with the log fire. Spacious accommodation, and we enjoyed use of the zip wire and swing in the woods.

Reviewed by Jacquelyn 6th October 2023

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Super place, super hosts. Peaceful comfortable cottage with great access to lovely dog walks, local pub and places to visit. Would definitely use again

Reviewed by Roy 22nd September 2023

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Beautiful location.Well equipped and comfortable cottage.James was very helpful.

Reviewed by Anthony 4th August 2023

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Lovely cottage all on one level and in a quiet rural setting with large garden

Reviewed by Andrew 7th July 2023

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Reviewed by Julie 16th June 2023

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The cottage was large and all on one level.The dogs could be shut in the kitchen and dining room behind a baby gate which was great as they loved the river and gardens.

Reviewed by David 9th June 2023

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Very comfortable and well equipped cottage. James was on hand if needed but was not intrusive. Enclosed garden was ideal for our dog Lindy and the river was no problem as she doesn't like water. Plenty of dog friendly places and pubs in the surrounding area. Weather was a bonus which added to a very pleasant and relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Moira 12th May 2023

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Great location in an idyllic village. Nice evening walks. Excellent secure garden for our retriever. Breakfasts sitting outside listening to the River Wriggle was very special. Village pub was very welcoming with excellent food. Best visits..Bridport Saturday market, Sherborne (Castle and gardens, Abbey and tea rooms!) Lulworth Cove, Lyme Regis. TeRead morearooms galore - best was The Wishing Well at Upwey. Pottery next door too. Loved Dorset - people so friendly. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 21st April 2023

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Beautiful peaceful location above a small river and looking across to trees and fields.... yet only 2 miles from the A37 which made it easy to get to all the good places of interest in this area. Cottage was spacious and the owner was on hand to deal with any problems.

Reviewed by Paul 1st April 2023

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This was a much needed holiday with out dogs - It lived up to everything we hoped for , The cottage was was beautiful , location was amazing with a brilliant pub a short walk away (amazing food and hospitality) The owner was so welcoming and loved our yappy dachshunds (a winner for us) . Thankyou

Reviewed by Susan 24th March 2023

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Really enjoyed our stay despite the weather. Comfortable, well equipped cottage in a quiet rural setting ideal to explore both the coast and countryside.

Reviewed by Margaret 17th March 2023

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Reviewed by Penny 10th February 2023

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Our second time at this lovely, cosy cottage, which we can highly recommend. Bed linen and comfort is of the best quality, and rooms are spacious. The cottage is well equipped for cooking, and provides a wealth of DVDs, books and board games. Parking is never a problem, and there's a pleasant view of the river and fields at the back. Within drivingRead more distance of several beauty spots and places to visit. National Trust Stourhead is not to be missed, 45 minutes away. We would love to return. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 16th January 2023

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Reviewed by Mahmoud 19th November 2022

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Reviewed by Tony 28th October 2022

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful spot, really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Janet 30th September 2022

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Wonderful cottage in glorious, green Dorset countryside, with great walks for the dogs and lots of places to visit in the area. The cottage is spacious and well-equipped and we appreciated the enclosed garden and also the stream where a kingfisher can sometimes be seen. Everything is on one level, so my 94-year old mother felt comfortable and safe Read moreduring the time she stayed with us and there was still room for large dogbeds! Very pleasant hosts and we enjoyed meals at the recommended inns too! Hide

Reviewed by Kathryn 2nd September 2022

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Excellent cottage. Very spacious and perfect in every way . One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. 3 noisy dogs enjoyed it very much, especially the river at bottom of garden. We stayed for 2 weeks, the weather was very unsettled and rainy but went out and about as normal. Great location for the coast especially loved Burton Bradstock andRead more Lyme Regis. Minterne Gardens worth a visit and loved the shops in Sherbourne. Sad week due to Queens death but would stay again. Thanks So much Hide

Reviewed by Colin 19th August 2022

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The location is absolutely outstanding, quiet and peaceful. Buzzards, swifts, kingfishers on your doorstep. Plenty to do in the area and James was on hand with suggestions. Most places are dog friendly. Locals very helpful. Extremely clean cottage. Everything you need during your stay is at the cottage. We will be back to enjoy another week.

Reviewed by Christine 15th July 2022

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This is then nicest cottage we have ever stayed in. Cant think of anything negative to say. The woods and river was perfect for our dogs on such a hot week, Bella just ran down there and laid in the water so contented. Will definitely be going back as we were so chilled out.

Reviewed by Philip 24th June 2022

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Nice clean cottage in great location

Reviewed by Tracey 20th May 2022

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We had a great week here at Clockmakers Cottage, we have come home completely relaxed as recharged. The area is quiet but not to far away from the coast and all the beautiful places in Dorset. James the owner was very helpful and nothing was a problem. Can't fault anything the Cottage was beautiful and plenty of space and very clean and well equipeRead mored. Our dog loved the wooded area and the river to go for a paddle. There were plenty of places to walk the dog through fields. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 29th April 2022

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nice relaxed cottage by the river total relaxation and very good for the dogs enclosed space

Reviewed by Stephanie 15th April 2022

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Photos
Tranquil riverside setting
Sunny terrace set above the river bank
Comfortable lounge overlooking the private enclosed garden and river
Relax by the cosy wood burner
Light and airy lounge with a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden
Curl up with a good book
Spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area
Sit and enjoy your meal in the dining area
Well-equipped country style kitchen
Relax in the king-size bedroom decorated with calming colours
Peaceful twin bedroom with views over the garden
Show 6 moreLight and airy bathroom

Location

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