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Field End Retreat

Dorchester (10mls NE), Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Get away from it all in this rural village location with many walks to discover from the doorstep
  • An ideal spot for those requiring a peaceful and relaxing holiday
  • Spend lazy days in the private, fully enclosed garden or tour Dorset’s scenic countryside and coastline
Property code: 41700

A wonderful destination for a rural retreat, this inviting bolthole boasts glorious views and light living spaces. 14 miles from the county town of Dorchester, enjoy your secluded position near the pretty village of Higher Ansty, whilst not being too far from the hustle and bustle. Enjoy days on the Jurassic Coast (20 miles), before returning home to get cosy or to spend the evening al fresco in the lovely garden. Sleeping four guests across two bedrooms, this home welcomes your four-legged friend too, so you can all have a ball.

Arrive at this humble abode and tuck into the welcome pack provided by the friendly owners. After a warming mug of tea and some treats, unpack your bags and head into the light, spacious lounge. Keep the chill at bay and throw a log on the wood burner whilst getting cosy in front of the TV or curling up with a good book. From the sofas, admire the gorgeous garden views or swing the doors open and let the outside in. After adventurous days, cook up a storm in the bright kitchen and take a plate over to the dining table or serve up outside for an al fresco feast. The raised patio has a BBQ for sizzling, sundowner banquets and you can step down to the lawn area to bask in the sun and admire the views. After fun-filled, relaxed evenings, a pair of bedrooms invite you to melt down and get cosy under the covers before waking up feeling rejuvenated and ready for a shower in the shower room.

The local village has a handful of amenities and a pub which is great for a post-walk pitstop to fill hungry tummies. 14.5 miles away, the historic town of Sherborne has a pair of castles and an abbey which are wonderful to visit or travel 14 miles to Dorchester with its cinemas and eateries for fun-filled days and nights. Enjoy a beach day or two at one of the beaches which dot the Jurassic Coast including Weymouth (22 miles) and Swanage (27 miles).

 

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin with zip-and link beds which can be made into a super-king-size on request at time of booking
  • 1 shower room with WC; further separate WC
  • Kitchen - electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher
  • TV and Blu-ray DVD
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs included
  • Towels included
  • Electric and night storage heating included
  • 1 small dog welcome
  • Fully enclosed garden with patio, outdoor furniture and BBQ
  • Off road parking for 2 cars
  • Pub, well-stocked convenience store and Post Office within walking distance
  • Beach at Weymouth approximately 35-40 minutes' drive
  • Regret no children under the age of 16
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog 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 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Paul 8th April 2024

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The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. One thing that was very important to us was the fully secure garden. It meant that we could let our dog outside to run around and not have to worry - he has been known to escape.

Reviewed by Gaener 10th February 2024

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Reviewed by Dan 14th October 2023

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A lovely bungalow - perfect for a week's break - and a great location for exploring Dorset. This was the best equipped cottage we have stayed in so far, with good TV, DVD player, cooker, dishwasher etc, plus a great wood-burning stove.

Reviewed by Lyn 30th September 2023

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A real home from home. We had a fabulous week and are planning to book again for next Autumn. Beautiful cottage and location.

Reviewed by Marion 23rd September 2023

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A comfortable cottage in the heart of rural Dorset. A good base to explore the area.

Reviewed by Monique 29th July 2023

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Het is een geweldig huis, met een schitterend uitzicht. De tuin is goed afgesloten en ruim, onze hond genoot ervan. Het is er superschoon en van alle gemakken voorzien. Je verblijft direct naast de eigenaren, maar toch heb je 100 % privacy. Een fijn welkomstpakket! Thhe Fox Inn nearby is een aanrader. We hebben veel mooie wandelingen gemaakt, zowelRead more vanuit het huis als iets verder. De kust, Jurassic coast, is met een half uur te bereiken. Hide

Reviewed by Rosalyn 15th July 2023

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This is a lovely, well-equipped large cottage in a very quiet location. We particularly enjoyed being able to go on walks from the door.

Reviewed by John 1st July 2023

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Very clean, comfortable and spacious accommodation with amazing views, in a quiet peaceful location. We had a really lovely holiday

Reviewed by Selina 17th June 2023

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So many positives, quiet rural location with a beautiful view. Cool in the living room and patio during the heatwave. The kitchen was very well equipped and the owners left bread, milk, butter, biscuits and wine for arrival, which is very thoughtful, so you don't need to go out shopping immediately! They were very welcoming and it was good to know Read morethey were on hand if needed (but everything is in good working order - so no worries). The location is great for walkers and nature lovers. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 1st April 2023

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My second visit to this lovely bungalow. Lovely welcome of tea, coffee, milk and biscuits, which was just what we needed on arrival. Also bread and butter, so thoughtful. Beautiful view from the lounge and lots of birds and wild life. A very relaxing and comfortable place to stay, with easy access everywhere. We have already booked booked for next Read moreFebruary! Thanks you Neil and Linda. Hide

Reviewed by Gaener 18th February 2023

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Field End Retreat is lovely, spotlessly clean and very well equiped, it was cosy and warm We enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and the lovely views. Also its potions made it easy to explore inland or the coast without having to make very long journeys. We can highly recommend it, we didnt want to leave!!!

Reviewed by Sandra 5th February 2023

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Very clean great location for quiet get-away great views.

Reviewed by Sheila 27th December 2022

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A great cottage, amazing country location. Very comfortable, beautifully clean. We had a fabulous stay. Hosts were generous.

Reviewed by Katherine 23rd December 2022

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Beautiful property & location. Very cozy & warm with everything you need throughout. Entrance is at the back of the property and may be tricky for anyone a little unstable on their feet. Appreciated the little welcome pack and had a lovely stay over Christmas. Thank you

Reviewed by Karen 10th December 2022

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We enjoyed our stay here. It was well equipped and comfortable, with Christmas decorations. The living room is larger than we expected and has two three seater sofas to get cosy on. The beds were also comfortable. We even managed to get the wood burner lit (first time laying a fire of any sort). I am sure The view is lovely at any time of year, butRead more looked especially good with all the frost, and the neighbour's lit Christmas tree across the fields. We hope to return in the future. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 3rd November 2022

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Reviewed by Joanne 24th September 2022

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A lovely holiday let de in peaceful surroundings, centrally located for reaching all parts of Dorset easily. Plenty of walks from the door and a local pub serving good food just a few minutes away. Lovely hosts who were there to greet us but not hover during our stay. A lovely relaxing week. Thank you Neil and Linda.

Reviewed by Michael 17th September 2022

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Reviewed by Matt 13th August 2022

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An absolutely wonderful property: well maintained and exceptionally clean. It is out in the middle of nowhere, but if you are looking for dark skies and near complete silence (the occasional "moo" aside) then I couldn't recommend it highly enough. The Fox Inn is a short 10 minute walk down the lanes and combines a wonderful country atmosphere with Read moregood local food. The owners are right next door in case you need anything, but they are completely respectful of your privacy. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 6th August 2022

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A beautiful idyllic location. Peaceful, scenic and within walking distance of the local pub which serves very good food. The accommodation was immaculately clean and well equipped. Welcome pack supplied by the very friendly owners who live next door was very nice touch. Would not hesitate to go back

Reviewed by Nigel 23rd July 2022

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Reviewed by Sue 16th July 2022

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The property was very clean, and spacious, beautifully decorated and has a real homely feel. The garden was exceptional and was totally secure to enable our westies to run around freely without worry of them getting out. We had a most relaxing week, even with the heat. The farm shop opp. the pub was a bit expensive more of a general store than farmRead more shop but the pub (The Fox) served lovely food and was very pet friendly. An ideal place for a peaceful relaxing break. Thanks to Neil and Linda. Hide

Reviewed by Jennifer 11th June 2022

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We had the most wonderful, tranquil week in this cottage. Many thanks to Neil and Linda for their warm hospitality!! We highly recommend visiting the Dorset Heavy Horse Farm during your stay! Thankyou for having us! Xxx

Reviewed by John 21st May 2022

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Highly recommended. A well appointed cottage in a beautiful setting. Situated about five miles from any main road. The nearby pub (about half mile away down a country lane) offers a variety of good food with seating inside and out.

Reviewed by Yvonne 8th May 2022

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Very nice modern bungalow welcome goodies pack and lovely views .

Reviewed by Shirley 23rd April 2022

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We loved this bungalow, very spacious and light and airy. We were very much in need of relaxation and time to chill, and that we had. Lots of visiting birds and our dog was fascinated by the cows and calves in the field the other side of the fence.

Reviewed by Seonaid 9th April 2022

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