Snaptrip says
Orchard Cottage in Shaftesbury offers a peaceful stay with a friendly welcome, including thoughtful touches like freshly laid eggs. While some guests found the property well-decorated and the location ideal for quiet walks, others noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance. Comfort levels varied, with some finding the beds firm and the furniture less accommodating for older guests. The cottage's layout and steps may not suit everyone, but it remains a charming choice for those seeking tranquillity in Dorset.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Several reviews mention concerns with cleanliness, including a dirty front door, unpleasant odours, and areas missed during cleaning. However, some guests found the cottage to be clean upon arrival.
The location is generally appreciated for its quietness and suitability for walks, although it is noted to be a bit remote, requiring a drive to reach the main road.
Guests have mixed feelings about comfort; some found the bed too firm and the furniture uncomfortable, while others enjoyed their stay. The presence of steps and different levels may be challenging for some.
Facilities and maintenance issues are noted, such as a non-functional TV, loose door handles, and inadequate kitchen utensils. However, the owner's responsiveness to some issues is mentioned positively.
Guests appreciated the thoughtful gestures like fresh eggs and a bottle of sparkling wine. While these gifts enhanced the experience, it is important to note that such offerings are not guaranteed.
About this property
This lovely cottage is situated near the village of Shaftesbury, a pretty and historic town, with an abundance of charm, countryside and architecture just waiting to be uncovered. Perfect for couples, this neutrally designed retreat brings guests a comfortable stay all-year-round, comprising of a stylish ground floor accommodation. French doors welcome you inside to the open-plan living area, a modern set-up divided between a well-equipped kitchen, dining table for four people, and a comfy lounge with sumptuous seating. You will enjoy returning home to this thoughtfully presented cottage after a busy day, somewhere peaceful to relax away from the hustle and bustle. Beyond this, discover the all-white family bathroom with its shower above, continuing round to the wonderful double bedroom. Mirrored wardrobes, bedside tables, and soothing bed linen add to the calming effect, a lovely place to wake up to day after day. Why not wander outside to the shared lawn garden, your own little haven for a refreshing afternoon under the sunshine. Out and about, green meadows, woodland glades and outstanding architecture are all within a short walk. One of the best vantage points is from Gold Hill with its quaint, cobbled and very steep street. Visit the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey, a place of great pilgrimage from the 11th century or navigate the intricate and ancient lanes. A delightful retreat to spend some quality time together in a beautiful part of Wiltshire.
Visit the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey, a place of great pilgrimage from the 11th century, or navigate the intricate and ancient lanes. Bath, Salisbury and Sherborne are all under an hour away, or drive through the notable countryside of Blackmoor Vale down to the coast at Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One bedroom: 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area.
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Shared lawn garden.
One well behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.9 miles and pub 1.4 miles.
Note: One step up to the sitting room.
Note: we do not accept the following breeds of dogs: Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Staffordshire bull terriers, Dobermans, Boxers, Bullmastiff or Akita.
Note: There are 2 x 120 KW fast charges that have been installed within a 7 minute walk of Whitebridge Farm; they can be found on the grounds of the award winning deli Compton Macrae and you can enjoy a leisurely coffee or lunch whilst your car is charging Note: Bookings cannot start on a Sunday
Nearby points of interest
Reviews (8)
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Lesley
1st impressions count, on arrival, the first thing you see is the front door is dirty, open the door and note the rubber seal is hanging off, the kitchen area is adequate but the sink was stinking & the tea towels provided were not fit as floor clothes never mind tea towels, around the entire property skirting boards filthy rotten & in some places hanging off, carpet disgusting in the bedroom, the different levels in the property are just aggravating, didn't enjoy our stay here at all, also the property is far from anywhere & it's a 15-minute drive before the main road
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Stephen
The cottage was well decorated and clean, but a few issues for us was the bed was very firm, we needed to put the duvet on the mattress to sleep,none of the chairs were comfortable, and you had to keep stepping up and down to move from the kitchen to the lounge to the bedroom no good for older people,more for a younger couple, saying that a nice place,quiet and good for walkes
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Rebecca
Perfect size for 2 people and a large dog. We had a lovely stay here. The owners are very friendly and we were greeted with freshly laid eggs! Thereâs a large field to walk and exercise your dog in i which was very useful as our dog hurt his paws on a walk the very first day so couldnât walk far. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.