Ryecross Farm Cottage
ID: S2029
-
46 reviews
-
1 Bathroom
-
WiFi
Guests say
Ryecross Farm Cottage is consistently praised for its tranquil and picturesque setting, offering stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, comfort, and the warm welcome from the owners, often highlighted by the thoughtful touch of biscuits and flowers. While the kitchen size is noted as small, the cottage is well-equipped and provides a cosy, comfortable stay with good access to Shaftesbury and local attractions.
Cleanliness
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its cleanliness, describing it as fresh, well-maintained, and comfortable. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive experience of the stay.
Location
The location is highly praised for its quietness, beautiful views, and proximity to Shaftesbury and local attractions. The peaceful setting and wildlife sightings add to the charm, although some guests noted the entrance can be easy to miss.
Comfort
The cottage is described as comfortable and cosy, with guests enjoying the views and wildlife from the windows. Comfortable beds and a warm environment are noted, although the small kitchen and limited space around the bed in one room are minor concerns.
Facilities
Facilities are generally well-received, with the cottage being well-equipped for a holiday stay. However, some guests mentioned a desire for additional amenities such as a heated towel rail, proper oven gloves, and a washing machine, which slightly impacted the overall satisfaction with the facilities.
Thoughtfulness
The owners' thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with guests feeling welcomed by gestures such as flowers and biscuits. While these personal touches are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts, though delightful, are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A charming detached, stone-built cottage nestling in the grounds of the owner's non-working farm, just half a mile from the pretty town of Shaftesbury, and surrounded by fields. Converted to a high standard, this cosy property offers well decorated and furnished ground floor accommodation, including a sunny sitting room with dining area offering unsurpassed views down Blackmoor Vale toward Poole and the coast. Perfectly placed for touring the splendid Dorset countryside and coast, there are also several famous visitor attractions within easy reach. The perfect get-away-from-it-all retreat.
It was founded 1100 years ago by King Alfred who built a fortified settlement here ad went on to build the Abbey which draws tourists throughout the year. Gold Hill is one of the most famous locations in Shaftesbury and in one of the cottages that sits on its top, you'll find the Town Museum which holds samples of the buttons which once made Shaftesbury so famous. Lying on the border of Wiltshire, staying in Shaftesbury also puts you within easy reach of other attractions, such as Stonehenge, the Compton Abbas airfield and the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. About 5 miles north-east of Shaftesbury are the remains of Wardour Castle, which has never been restored since it was besieged during the English Civil War. Half an hour away are the fossilised beaches of Lyme Regis and Charmouth.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with shower, WC and wash basin.
Small, fully fitted kitchen.
Living room with dining area and patio windows with lovely views over Blackmoor Vale.
Oil central heating.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, TV, DVD player, radio, stereo/CD player and wifi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Shared use of garden with private and secluded seating area with garden furniture and lovely views.
Ample off road parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 0.5 miles.
Note: No children under 12 yrs.
Please Note: Worker/commercial bookings are not accepted at this property
This is the Trustpilot review score of Snatptrip and not the review score of the property.
If you’d like to read more reviews of Snatptrip, you can do so on our .
As part of the Snaptrip family best price guarantee
We never charge you more than you would pay booking directly on the partner's site and if you become a member you can save even more. If you find a property priced lower anywhere else on the internet (we’d be amazed if you do), simply email us at marketing@snaptrip.com and we'll refund you the difference.