Tokenhill Cottage

About this property

Tucked away in the pretty village of Piddletrenthide, Dorset is this fabulously-presented three-bedroom dwelling, Tokenhill Cottage. Benefitting from off-road parking, an enclosed garden with hot tub and superb positioning within the Dorset AONB, Tokenhill Cottage welcomes six guests to enjoy the ultimate escape with their loved ones in Dorset. After parking up, enter your new home-from-home to be impressed by the open-plan living space, the social hub of the property where you and your loved ones can prepare, cook and enjoy mealtimes altogether whilst planning for the exciting days ahead. Get to grips with a superb array of appliances, guaranteed to ease your self-catered stay, before rustling up a tasty homecooked meal; settle down at the dining table as the wine is poured and conversation flows, or venture out into the enclosed garden where you can saviour an alfresco affair in amongst your peaceful surroundings.

After a day of exploration, soak your tired legs in the bubbling hot tub, stargazing and chatting the evening away, prior to freshening up in the ground-floor shower room. On the first floor, discover a sleek bathroom, perfect for a long soak and completing your all-important evening routine before heading along the hallway to one of three charming bedrooms, comprising of two doubles and a twin. Close by in Dorchester, you can also tour the exhibits of Dorset Museum, delight a family picnic in Borough Gardens, or pay a visit to the National Trust owned Max Gate, former home to the famous novelist and poet Thomas Hardy.

Uncover a plethora of birdlife at Xtreme Falconry at Dorset Falconry Park, practice your swing at Came Down Golf Club, or head to the popular seaside town of Weymouth where you can relax upon the trails of Bowleaze Cove, admire the bobbing fishing boats of Weymouth Harbour or traverse the grounds of Nothe Fort, all before refuelling at one of many pubs, restaurants or cafes. However you choose to fill your days in Dorset, do it from the homely base of Tokenhill Cottage.

Only eight miles from Dorchester, in the charmingly called Piddle Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the charming West Dorset village of Piddletrenthide, which is off the main road on a private track. The community is surrounded by beautiful nature, has easy access to public footpaths that are full of wonderful walks, and has a store where one can buy necessities. It's interesting to note that the youthful Thomas Hardy assisted the architect design the parish church. The world-famous Cerne Abbas giant is only 2 miles from this gorgeous region, making it an excellent starting point for visiting, and Dorchester, a bustling market town with a variety of intriguing shops, restaurants, and museums, is highly recommended. Weymouth, a family-friendly beach town, the Jurassic coast, and majestic Portland, the site of the 2012 Olympic sailing competitions, are all easily accessible. This is an excellent place to holiday all year round because Bournemouth and Poole are only 40 minutes away.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

Oil central and underfloor heating (ground-floor only).

Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

Smart TV, DVD player, CD player, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available.

Off-road parking for 3 cars.

Enclosed rear garden with patio, furniture, barbecue and hot tub.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Shop 4.6 miles, pub 1.4 miles.

Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am.

Spindleberry Hut (ref 1131511) and Hurdlemakers Hut (ref 1131510), both sleeping up to 2 guests, can be booked in conjunction with Tokenhill Cottage.