Dear Sue, Thank you for sharing your absolutely beautiful garden and lovely renovated 'Old Stables'. It is truly a home away from home, which made our stay very comfortable and relaxing. Lesley, who helps Susan with the property, greeted us on arrival and helped us settle in. She was very welcoming and helpful. We had such beautiful weather we couldn't bring ourselves to leave the magical garden that you have created with its exquisite scents and blooms. There are some lovely walks around the village and we ventured up Hambledon Hill, the views were breathtaking. We enjoyed our stay immensely and would recommend this to anyone who wants some peace and quiet, and of course be surrounded by beautiful countryside.

Absolutely loved our stay at the Annexe! Phil and Sarah were perfect hosts. The photos don't do this gorgeous, little hideaway justice. It really is beautiful and has all the essentials for a quiet weekend away. We will definitely be back, and will be recommending it to friends. Thanks, Lucy and Will

It was perfect for what we wanted - cozy and relaxing.

Incredible location next to Hambledon Hill and a beautiful place to stay and relax!

Phil was there to meet us and made us feel very welcome. The annexe is beautifully decorated and the fittings are to a very high standard, we especially liked the musical ephemera.

We had the most perfect stay. Could not have asked for more from the beautiful annexe (small but perfectly formed and beautifully furnished) and the hospitality of Phil and Sarah. Special mention goes to the most comfortable bed I've had the good fortune of sleeping in. 5 stars.

Our stay at child orkford was very relaxing. We were met by Sara and shown around the delightful cottage, where there was everything we needed. The cottage had been renovated to a high standard using local materials. We would definitely visit again and recommend a stay here.

Thank you Phil and Sarah for sharing your lovely home with us. What an idyllic location with everything we needed. We loved staying there for our weekend. Very comfy bed too!

A really cosy cottage with some great walks just on the doorstep.

Fantastic Cottage very well equipped

This is a delightful place for a restful (or energetic) break. There are lots of lovely places to visit; the coast is less than an hour away and there are wonderful walks close at hand. Prides Cottage is full of charm with beams and even a secret second staircase, but is also fully equipped for modern living and all appliances work well. Kate provided lots of detailed information so that we knew where to find everything both in the cottage and in the local area. We particularly enjoyed discovering the Georgian town of Blandford Forum and would recommend Beaton's afternoon tea! Thanks Kate for all your help**

A gorgeous cottage in a beautiful little village. The cottage is superbly equipped;a real home from home. The garden room is particularly lovely and a great place to relax and unwind. Would thoroughly recommend.

Beautiful cottage in a great location, great specification and well presented. We wanted for nothing during our stay and hope to return in the future to explore the area further.

It was a fantastic stay. Beautiful location, splendidly appointed rooms, and very quiet-the perfect getaway.

Lovely cottage, well furnished and equipped, great location, friendly and helpful owner.

Beautiful cottage in a quaint village. Perfect for rest, relaxation and complete escapism! Clean, cosy and quiet. Beautifully decorated, and fantastic facilities. Short drive to famous sights and historic towns. Walking distance to a well stocked shop and pub. Gorgeous views and walks of the rolling hills with crystal blue rivers. The perfect scattering of pubs to rest at whilst you enjoy roaming the countryside. Ending the days in the delight of snuggling next to the cosy crackle of the fireplace! Pure bliss!

A truly lovely cottage, cosy and well-equipped and in a nice village with fabulous walks on the doorstep, a shop/cafe 3 minutes walk away open until 7pm, and two great dog-friendly pubs. A lovely area of Dorset too. Wish we could have stayed longer, but managed to cram a lot into 3 days.

Thank you Maggie for your warm welcome and hospitality. I would highly recommend staying here; lovely light room, comfortable bed and a beautiful part of the country too.

Pretty village, pub nearby which had a great selection of food on their menu. Maggie was so friendly and helpful to us and we appreciated her help when planning our journey for the next day. Room was clean, very comfortable and there was ample choice for breakfast.

Fantastic place, fantastic gal, and a very cute wee dog that made my stay even better. Maggie went above and beyond with her service and I couldnt recommend it any higher. Hopefully I will be back again one day

Maggie was a very good host and made us feel welcome. She also provided us with a lovely cooked breakfast. The place was lovely and clean.

Laid back and lovely! Maggie opened her warm and cosy home to us. She loaned excellent maps for local walking as well as providing good suggestions for routes and other places to visit. Maggie was so easy to spend time talking with too. Great bed, great shower and great location.Really quiet village with a smashing pub (The Saxon Inn) just around the corner. Thank you.

Maggie is lovely! We have a great time the few hours we are in her house. Good talk, beautiful house, and the best her care with the small details within her host! Thank you very much! We loved staying with you!

We recently had a great time in little village at Bland ford. Maggie was very welcoming and offered the room exactly as on picture , Cannot fault the cleanliness of the room and spark less adjacent bathroom . Maggie was very welcoming and accommodating and would highly recommend her. This location worked well for us as it was approximately in middle of Poole and bath and both were our point of interest. Thank you Maggie

We had a great time at Maggie's place. Maggie made us feel like we were at home since the very beginning. The house is located in a quiet area and it is close to several trekking paths but also at close distance from Poole and Bournemouth's beaches, and other major attractions (Shaftesbury, Salisbury, Stonehenge). So it is ideal to explore the area, which is beautiful and offers a lot. The bed was extremely comfortable and we slept extremely well. The house was extremely well cleaned and Maggie even offered us coffee and fruits for breakfast. We felt even better than in a hotel! So I will definitely come back at Maggie’s house if I have a chance to(URL HIDDEN)

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The barns are gorgeous, decorated to a very high standard and perfect for cooking big dinners and relaxing by the wood burning stove.

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property, the perfect place to relax with friends and family. The views are amazing and the setting, idyllic. We were really impressed with the welcome extras, like bread, eggs, milk, tea, coffee and cleaning products the owner provided to make our stay even more comfortable, and especially items for the children, saving us having to pack some of the bulky essentials we usually have to. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to book again ourselves!

Lucinda's attention to detail was great in agreeing how we required the bedrooms setting up, the things for the children and instructions for keys and directions. She was very responsive to emails and answered all our questions. The barns themselves were lovely. Contemporary decor, well equipped in the kitchen and lounge areas and very spacious. It worked really well for a family get together, the children could easily and safely go between the two properties and we all ate together in the larger one. The facilities were great, with a small range we easily cooked a Christmas dinner without scrabbling around for tins and dishes. The breakfast pack was handy and tasty. The underfloor heating was lovely and warm all the time and the log burners were a cosy bonus option. The views were amazing and lots of lovely walks nearby. A two night option would be good for families in term-time, as school always beckons on a Sunday evening? Our only disappointment, two real Christmas trees were delivered on the day we were leaving!!

The accommodation is extremely comfortable and ideal for children, we enjoyed family days roaming around in the garden and the surrounding countryside walks then adult evenings with the wood burning stove or fire pit and great meals in the well-equipped kitchen. We all highly recommend Lucinda's place, she was extremely helpful and welcoming, while ensuring we had privacy and no interruptions during our stay.

Had a lovely relaxing stay at shroton, Cottage well equipped and in perfect location. The food and drink in the cricketers which is only a few doors away is excellent. Hazel the lady who looks after the cottage was very polite and helpful would definitely stay there again.

The cottage is in a very pretty and quiet village. There is a pub next door that serves gastro style food. You should definitely book ahead as it gets very busy. The kitchen is lovely and light and fully kitted out with all you coukd need. The 2 bedrooms are confortable and have lovely views of the garden and the hills beyond. It's super dark and quiet at night so we both slept really well. It's an excellent place to base yourself and go in lots of walks in the Dorset countryside. (There is an excellent little box called "30 Dorset Walks" that we used and went on a few adventures) I would recommend booking a food delivery as the nearest supermarket is 20 mins away. Would very much recommend this property

A wonderful escape retreat with views of countryside, where all you can hear is bird song and lambs. The place is even better than the photos too! Definitely recommend to anyone.

What a wonderful place to stay. Every aspect was magnificent. Lucinda was an excellent host. We didn't want to leave

We had a fantastic 3 night stay at Lucinda's property. The barn was lovely with all the amenities you could ever need and want. We especially loved the log fire, underfloor heating and small touches such as a welcome package and locally made hand/body soap in all bathrooms. The barn is in a great location for exploring Dorset- We enjoyed days out to the sculpture park and the coast, which were both less than 45 mins drive away. Our best air bnb experience to date! We would definitely like to come back in the future!

This is a beautifully converted barn which is particularly good for families with children - it's on one floor and has all of the toys, eating things etc you need. It's well decorated and equipped and very clean. It's highly recommended.

A very comfy place. We had a twin room and it was in soothing white and blue, quiet and comfortable. The host are easy-going and friendly family. We enjoyed our stay and DO RECOMMENDS this place.

Beautiful home and really friendly and accommodating host. Breakfast was amazing but did have a slight hot water issue (although sometimes that just can't be helped)!

We were made to feel very welcome and enjoyed our stay with Francesca and her family.

Francesca greeted us at the door, having kept in touch throughout the booking process and given us excellent directions. The house is in a beautiful rural spot, with a local pub just a quick walk away. The room was airy, clean, well appointed and the bed very comfortable. The shower definitely needs it's own mention, being very powerful! We had a great night at a local wedding and in the morning weren't made to feel rushed out at all. We had a delicious breakfast. All in all we had a wonderful time, and no fault could be found. We had a great stay and would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.

We enjoyed two nights in the lovely village of Child Okeford in this lovely home . Francesca is a very kind and accommodating host who responded promptly to all emails and made our organisation of this weekend very simple.

It was lovely place with a lot of space for our little one to play. The host was very helpful and friendly . She was happy to advise us on local places to visit during our stay. Good location for quite stay.

Nice location, some nice pubs nearby. Only spent one night here, but had a good sleep and a wonderful breakfast.

Francesca and family, were very welcoming. they made us feel very at home the room was good, the bed is very comfortable. shower and bathroom was clean, mind you the whole house is. great spot with the saxson inn just up the road. and if you like playful dog its just right place you'll really enjoy it

Lovely place, surrounded by beautiful countryside. Louisa was a great host.

Thank you for a good stay

Louisa is a brilliant host, she is very friendly and the bedroom is lovely.

Lousa responded promptly to my last minute request. Warm welcome on my arrival with cup of tea and chat in the kitchen. Comfortable and spacious bedroom with wonderful rural views. A very peaceful location. Excellent base for exploring rural Dorset. Enjoyed an excellent cooked breakfast around the farmhouse table with Louisa and her husband. Thank you for making me feel at home.

I stayed with Louisa whilst walking the Wessex Ridgeway.Louisa was friendly and welcoming; my room and bathroom were clean and spacious. There was a wonderfully eclectic library of books to dip into and a superb view of the Dorset hills from the window. Louisa went the extra mile (8 miles to be precise) to buy some non-dairy milk for my breakfast (I'd forgotten to notify her in advance). In the morning she very kindly drove me to the start of my day's trek. I would certainly recommend Fivepenny House.

Louisa and her husband were welcoming hosts, with a lovely home in the beautiful Dorset countryside. Really enjoyed meeting with her two friendly dogs and horse. Appreciated being able to walk out of the house and into the countryside, where I saw woodpeckers, pheasant and an idyllic countryside in full bloom. Very peaceful and quiet. Comfortable bed and great breakfast.

Louisa and Donald were very welcoming and friendly. They were very good with our dog (golden lab) and had no worries about letting her run around freely and playing with their 2 dogs. The room we had was a very good size and we had our own bathroom which was again a very good size. Everything was clean. Louisa got breakfast ready for us at 7am as we had to leave at 7.30am. There was a good selection of cereals, juice, tea, coffee, croissants and fruit which was much appreciated. Although we were only staying with Louisa and Donald for a matter of hours we would recommend staying there and if we are ever in the area again will definetly be back. Thanks Mark and Jemma

Very welcoming and helped me settle in.

Fantastic Holiday in superb location. Beautiful views and excellent secure garden. Lovely walks in fantastic countryside straight from door. Fir fly village pub only 15min walk across fields

A perfect place for the 3 of us to stay for our visit to monkey world. We were met by Sue with a smile and a wave and made to feel very welcome. The annexe is on the ground floor with 3 good size double bedrooms and is very cosy and bright. We only booked in for one night but would certainly revisit and stay for longer. We were welcomed into their back garden outside the annexe kitchen door where we found comfy furniture and a lot of sun. The house backs onto fields (full of horses) and woodland and was a very pleasant setting. When booking for our night away, we really were looking for home from home and this did tick all the boxes for us. Much better and bigger then a hotel room and having booked last minute, cheaper for us as well. There is a fairly busy road to the side of the property which we did find to be a little noisy on arrival, but we live in the Suffolk countryside with minimal traffic so soon got used to it. Very easy to get to with many good pubs and restaurants within 10-20 mins driving distance. Although we took everything with us, tea, coffee and sugar was provided and milk was offered on arrival. The kitchen and bathroom had everything we would have needed. It's little touches like this that made the stay even more enjoyable

Great hosts and very pleasant stay. Lovely warm welcome and hosts couldn't be more helpful

John was really welcoming and accomadating. The rooms were lovely with very comfy beds. The house is situated in a beautiful part of Dorset. The outdoor seating had beautiful views - a perfect place to sit back with s glass of wine

Lovely little annex. An ideal base for our explorations in Dorset. John went out of his way to make the whole family welcome. Thanks for a great stay.

Only stayed one night. But John couldn't have been more accommodating both before and during our stay. The accommodation was well equipped and ideal for our needs. Thanks Staurt

This is a clean and comfortable place to stay. It has good amenities, a big garden and is well situated for exploring the mid-Dorset area. Dog friendly. Good wifi

Had a fantastic relaxing stay here. Host was very friendly and welcoming and accommodation was faultless. Will stay again it's great for families

We booked at the last minute, communication was beyond perfect. The house was more luxurious than we expected; good sleep in a canopy bed. John was a very gracious host, everything planned down to the last detail. We felt completely at home.

Sue was a lovely friendly and welcoming host. such a beautiful home, full of character and charm..The perfect weekend get a way. We had fresh towels and dorest tea and cake on arrival. Clean and cosy place..We had a bbq in the little pretty garden and the kitchen has everything you could need. Lovely walks in the area too! I highly recommended sue and her cottage ;)

This was an amazing romantic hideaway within a chocolate box village.Easy to find and handy for exploring the south coast.The property had original features and the cozy wood burner made it extra special along with the delicious home made cream sponge cake Sue made for us!The house was very clean and well equipped especially for children with a very pretty enclosed and safe garden.We will be returning with the children at a later date!! Once again Thank you Sue and Mike

Sheeley was extremely welcoming and very friendly throughtout our visit to her beautiful cottage. We were made to feel at home straight away, she was very easy to chat to had a good knowledge of local surroundings and went out of her way to find a local restaurant serving vegetarian food on a Sunday evening for us. The breakfast she provided was lovely and we had ordered a cream tea for our arrival which was perfect. We would definitely stay with Shelley again given the opportunity.

This is an amazing cottage and village to stay in. Shelley provided an amazing breakfast that was very cheap (£8.50) for a great amount of home cooked and fresh food from their property. They had chickens on the property which provided fresh eggs and also bee hives away from the house that provided fresh honey. Quiet little place to escape to in a nice village.

The cottage was charming and it was an experience staying in something so historical. Shelley and her husband were extremely welcoming and we had a good time talking to them! The countryside is simply beautiful and tranquil.

Shelley was at her home to meet us when we arrived. We were offered s welcome drink and were told we could help ourselves to tea and coffee. She knew tgw area very well and was able to recommend places to eat and drink and together with her partner gave us great advice of where to walk and enjoy the scenery. She was safety conscious and explained about her hawks and dogs who were kept secure. We were fascinated by her description of managing the birds. There are chickens and bees so guests can enjoy the benefits of their labours. It was a very quiet location and we were able to enjoy sitting out for breakfast which Shelley offered. A memorable stay.

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We had a lovely stay at High Bench. The rooms were really cosy and comfortable, and we felt very welcome throughout the house. The location is gorgeous and it was lovely to have so much greenery around. Shelley and Brett are effortlessly nice hosts.

Shelley and Bret were lovely. Very friendly chatty and helpfull. We all enjoyed our stay .They went out of their way to put us all up, at the last minute our second son could come along and they found a bed in the caravan. Breakfast was really worth the extra £6 , local mushrooms bacon eggs and sausages ,just what you want to get rid of wedding hangover ( plus the aspirin that Bret got from his car).Definitely would recomend .Thank you Shelley and Bret.

Shelly's house is cozy and warm. They have neflix and a warm heater. In the evening grab a cup of tea and get cozy and put on a movie. love scarlet 11 years old. xx

We had a great stay and the house was lovely with a huge kitchen / living area. Lots of space and very comfortable. It's a beautiful area with great views from Hambledon hill and the coast only 45 mins away so lots to do. Francesca was great to deal with and made sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend!

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Our family had a fantastic experience at hawthorn cottage. The accommodation and ambience was exactly as described. The village and nearby attractions were great ad gave us a real experience of English countryside. Highly recommended!!!

Hawthorn Cottage was a real home from home. We couldn't have wanted for anything more and the hosts, Fran and Jim ensured that our stay was as good as it gets. The rooms were beautiful and extremely comfortable with the cottage itself set in idyllic rural countryside. All resulting in a totally relaxed weekend. The children delighted in the garden to the extent we hardly saw them. The only thing missing perhaps were the hosts themselves. Thank you for letting us share your home for a few days

We loved our stay at Francesca's place. Everything went really smoothly, she was incredibly helpful giving us detailed instructions and all the information we needed in both the lead up to, and during, our stay. The place itself is beautiful! Everything was immaculate when we arrived and it was nice and spacious for 6 of us, yet warm and cosy. The location was fantastic, a beautiful country village and walking distance to pubs in the village. I couldn't recommend this place more for a weekend away in Dorset.

We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful house. There was plenty of parking, plenty of room inside and Francesca was really great at answering any questions for us regarding our stay. We had a lovely meal in the Saxon Inn, just a walk along the road. A great weekend escape was had by all!

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We booked just for a short weekend break to attend a family wedding in the area but would have liked to stay longer in the end. This place was ideal so that some extended family could all meet up and stay together. Our group ranged in age from small children to grandparents but everyone appreciated the spacious house and all the facilities.

Myself and a friend recently stayed with Graham and Catherine for two nights when we were in town for a wedding. We had the loveliest time and would 100% stay with them again. Our bedroom was so lovely, it had everything that you would need: dressing gowns; tea & coffee in room; TV and a very comfy bed. Graham and Catherine served us a delicious breakfast each morning and even offered to collect and drop us to the bus stop! The house was so lovely and was located in the most beautiful little village and we just wish we had more time there.

Graham and Catherine are wonderful hosts, we immediately felt welcome and at home. We recommend this pretty double room in the strongest possible terms.

We really enjoyed our stay. The room was very cozy and clean, loads of natural light, even though it rained most of the time :). We had very warm welcome from Catherine and Graham & their dog. Village was very quite, just what we needed from buzzy London. They have helped us with planning our trips. The location quite nice as it is 40 min drive for Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, weymouth beach & Bournemouth, and 1 hour to Bath. Lovely stay, we will come back but in sunny weekend :)

Graham and Catherine were very friendly and welcoming. The location was ideal for attending a family wedding and the room was comfortable and warm. Thank you for our stay.

Graham and Catherine are great hosts. My wife and I were immediately made welcome with coffee and homemade flapjacks. We enjoyed a most comfortable bed in an attractively furnished room. Their home is spacious and it was a pleasure to sit out in the large garden. Breakfast was delicious and very wholesome, with fresh local produce. We have fond memories of our stay, it was a marvellous first-time experience of AirBnB hospitality.

Graham and Catherine were very welcoming and were flexible about our arrival time. The location of the bungalow was lovely; a very quiet and rural village. The room and separate bathroom were exceptionally clean and tidy. Breakfast was also top notch! Cereal, toast, bagels, croissants, mixed fruit, tea, coffee and orange juice were all available as well as superb jams and fine local honey! I would definitely recommend Meadowcroft as a fantastic place to stay; lovely environment and friendly hosts with excellent local knowledge :)

What a find! Catherine and Graham were amazing hosts. Their hospitality made this stay very special. The room was immaculate and cosy, with very nice private bathroom. Breakfast was delicious. We will certainly return and would thoroughly recommend to anyone who is looking for a truly personal touch.

Graham and Catherine are a lovely couple who go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and enjoy your stay with them. The bed was very comfy and you have access to your own bathroom and amenities. They were extremely helpful when accommodating our 5 month old daughter, to which we are very grateful. Thank you for such a lovely welcoming stay.

Had a wonderful stay here. It's just as described and very comfortable. The decor is very nice and there are some really lovely touches to the place. Sarita was a great host and an excellent communicator and on hand if we needed anything. We travelled with a 6 month old baby and Sarita was able to supply a microwave, high chair and a cot which was brilliant. The beds were lovely and comfy as was the free standing bath! We mostly stayed in so couldn't comment on the local area but Sarita did supply a list of places to visit/eat etc which all looked very good. Would definitely recommend. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Excellent stay, lovely home in a lovely location, hopefully can stay for more than just one night next time, cant wait to come again

This place is perfect in every way. We loved our stay here - immaculately clean, well kitted out very stylish kitchen, gorgeous location and an amazing host. Do not hesitate in booking this place, it really is as great as it looks in the photos and better! Thanks for a wonderful stay x

I would definitely recommend Sarita's coachhouse! This was a great place to spend a few days relaxing and using it as our base... a real home from home which was lovely to return to at the end of a day at the beach. Plenty of toys and DVDs for our kids to play with and they LOVED the huge climbing frame and slides. The decor is beautiful, the beds are very comfortable and the coachhouse is filled with everything you might need and more and we instantly settled right in! Hope to return again soon :-)

We are a family of five and we stayed at Sarita's new annexe for five days. We loved the house from the very first moment and Sarita did everything to make us feel at home. The kids really liked their upstairs bedroom and the fact that they could move their beds around. They had their own beautiful bathroom, which was totally clean. The parents' bedroom and its bathroom was fantastic, too. The kitchen was very functional and we liked to cook there. The spacious garden is fantastic and the place is absolutely quiet. Sarita is an excellent host and the next time we will stay longer at this beautiful place.

Sarita was the best host EVER! We were lucky to be greeted with the type of southern charm you'd expect from a Texan ;-) and surprised to find her out in the middle of the English countryside. The carriage house is modern and reflects the tender loving care that is made evident throughout the property. We were fortunate enough to be welcomed into the main house for a meal, shared with friends, and able to meet her adorable family. Sarita is an exceptionally accommodating host and made every minute of our stay pleasurable. I can't recommend her or the home enough for those who find themselves near West Orchard (whether trying to catch a glimpse of Guy Ritchie or heading to Larmer Tree Gardens for an event. The area is majestic and filled with a number of quaint places to explore.

Fantastic stay in a beautiful setting. The coach house has been done up to a very high standard and was the perfect place to unwind with friends. Sarita was very welcoming. Highly recommend :)

The house was exactly as describe. The place around is quiet but a lot of nice gardens or places to visit. The house is quite isolated but Shaftesbury is only 10 minutes far and a lot of places to visit are within one hour. We really enjoyed our stay.