Title: A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village Family-friendly holiday home in Blandford Forum ## Photo gallery for A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village ![Interior - A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village (Chettle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92247600/92247588/eebb1922.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games - A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village (Chettle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92247600/92247588/57a060a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village (Chettle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92247600/92247588/fda39c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village (Chettle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92247600/92247588/a17c638a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village (Chettle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92250000/92247600/92247588/06d4c653.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the picturesque Dorset countryside, Chettle Manor House offers a comfortable retreat with 8 en-suite bedrooms, a spacious lounge featuring a woodburning fire and games room. Explore the surrounding village and enjoy beautiful walks straight from your doorstep or visit nearby Jurassic Coast beaches within 30-45 minutes drive. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 18 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village This beautiful Manor House is nestled in the Dorset countryside, in a unique village with a close-knit community, called Chettle. Up until September '22 it was a hotel and restaurant. The house is comfortable and full of character with 8 en-suite bedrooms, a spacious lounge with woodburning fire, a library and games room with another woodburner, a snug television room plus large dining room and well appointed family kitchen. The house itself has large gardens, a walled pear walk and lots of private parking. The village has a well-stocked village shop with everything you could possibly need (inc freshly baked pies, organic fruit and veg and all the other groceries you could imagine), a community playground and plenty of beautiful walks and cycle rides straight from the doorstep. You are also between 30-45 minutes drive from the Jurassic Coast with it’s stunning beaches and breathtaking walks along the South-West Coastal Path. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 9 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89190000/89184300/89184262/3519eb03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious 7 bedroom Villa in the popular sailing village, Bembridge BEMBRIDGE - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=89184262&PinnedHotelID=89184262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112526300/112526278/338082e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Windy Ridge - sleeps 16 guests in 6 bedrooms Bembridge - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=112526278&PinnedHotelID=112526278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114416400/114416304/b806c614.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning 7 Bedroom Escape Near New Forest and Beach - Large Garden - Sleeps 14 Sway - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=114416304&PinnedHotelID=114416304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96080000/96080000/96079985/f6e0e8fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Croft House Sleeps 14 ꕤ Country Views & HOT TUB (Family & Pet Friendly!) 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Please keep noise to a minimum outside after 10pm ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 4 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Blandford Forum is home to this holiday home. Blandford Forum Town Museum and Royal Signals Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Edmondsham House and Gardens and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Larmer Tree Gardens and Cranborne Manor. [Visit our Blandford Forum travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum.dx10300) [View more Holiday homes in Blandford Forum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10300-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=50.925274,-2.069055&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:afzuHpbsK%3FW%3FW%40Y%3FW%40Y%40W%3FW%40YBW%40W%40YBWBWBWBW%40WDWBWDWBUDWDWDUDWDUFUDUFUDUFUFUHSFUFSHUFSHSFSHQHSJQFSJQHQJQHQJOJQJOJOJOJOJMJMLOJMLMLKJMLKLKLKLKJINKLILILINGLILGNGLGNELENENELENELCNCNCNANCLANANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLBNDNDLDNDNDLFNDLFLFNHLFLHLHNHLJLHLJJJLJLJLLLJJLLLJNJLLNJLHNLNJPHNJPHNJPHPJPHRHPHRHPHRFRHRFTHRFTFRFTFTDTFTFTDTFTDVDTBVDVDTBVDVBVBVBVBV%40VBV%40XBV%40V%40X%40V%40V%3FX%40V%3FX%3FV%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FXAV%3FXAVAVAXAVCVAXCVAVCVCVCVCVEVCVETEVCVETEVGTETGTGTETGTGTGRGTIRGTIRGRIRIPIRIPIRKPIPKPINKPINKPMNINKLMNKLKNMLKLMJMLMJMJKJMJMHMJOHMHMHMFOHMFMFODMFODODMDODODMBOBOBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAMAOCOAOCOCMCOEMEOEOEMEOGMEOGMGMIOGMIMIMIOKKIMKMKMKMKKMMKMMKMMOKMKOKMKOKOKOKQKOIQKQIQKQGSKQISIQGSISGSIUGSGUISGUGUEUGUEUGUEUEWEUEWEWCUEWCWEWAWCWCWCWCWAYAWCWAY%3FWAWAY%3FWAY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a7EGQVo39i7IjXNh6FcEFgNWICo=) Chettle, England ### What's nearby - ![The Bridge and the Pantheon Stourhead Gardens, Wiltshire, England ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5461/b5ad4958-8342-4aa1-93d1-42d7e7b71e8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![A beautiful river walk in The New Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046242/b7861582-3dd0-4924-9caa-7ab9cfa8b6c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New Forest National Park 32 min drive \- 18.7 miles - ![Stonehenge which includes heritage elements and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050515/0aef18d7-e588-4210-b7a3-598e02560823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Stonehenge 43 min drive \- 32.7 miles - ![HDEF21 Cunarder Queen Mary 2 berthed at Southampton cruise terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156577/79ad4e8b-9ece-44f5-a1a8-333c7cc431cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Southampton Cruise Terminal 59 min drive \- 41.7 miles - Chettle Play Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - Salisbury Station 26 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - The Burger Box Blandford 11 min drive - Reeve the Baker 12 min drive - Horton Inn 11 min drive - Nelson's Cheese and Ale House 12 min drive - The Talbot Inn 22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village? ### What time is check-in at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village? ### What time is check-out at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village? ### Where is A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn H. 28 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dawn This is a wonderful property full of atmosphere and just right for our family get together and murder mystery night, including hide and seek. There is plenty space for a large party and the house was full equipped with everything we could need and set in a stunning l location. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend! 😊👍 ##### Dawn H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Mrs Jacqueline S. 29 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Beautiful setting We stayed for a weekend family celebration and everyone agreed that it was a perfect place to accommodate such a diverse age range. The house is old and rather magnificent, if somewhat faded in its glory. It comfortably fitted 15 of us, including a 4 year old. There is plenty of space in the living and dining areas, plus an old bar with seating for quite a few. The general area is beautiful, with lovely walks and there is a wonderful view from the garden, where there is also seating and tables. We had a marvellous time. ##### Mrs Jacqueline S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most incredible house for a classy hen do! I booked this house for my hen do and it was beyond amazing! The house is huge with so much character and more than enough space for 18 adults. The kitchen had everything we needed and the dining room/bar space were used the most. The Dining Room also managed to fit all 18 of us doing a yoga and meditation workshop! Beds are all very comfy and worked well for the group we had. The village is lovely and can highly recommend the shop. We did pay for the hut tub but our fire skills were not at their best! Plenty of parking, lounges and snugs for people to relax and read and only a 30 minute drive to Bournemouth. Plus all the personalised touches from the owners were so sweet and really appreciated. Thank you! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [True Lovers Knot](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Hotels-True-Lovers-Knot.h38921193.Hotel-Information) > > [Felbridge Gatwick Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-Grinstead-Hotels-Elite-Venue-Selection-Felbridge-Gatwick.h16173617.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Manchester-Airport.h2144.Hotel-Information) > > [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bowman by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-The-Bowman.h46162199.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [The Saxon Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Hotels-The-Saxon-Inn.h39212676.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---