Title: The Old Stables 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 # The Old Stables Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking ## Photo gallery for The Old Stables ![Cottage | Exterior - The Old Stables (Blandford Forum)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/0aaf52c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - The Old Stables (Blandford Forum)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/cd16596f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior - The Old Stables (Blandford Forum)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/56cb72e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, table football - The Old Stables (Blandford Forum)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/defae1fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Games room - The Old Stables (Blandford Forum)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/b9aef1f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At The Old Stables, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space £470 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Stables Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/games room, a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Highchair - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Deck/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email with check-in information A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards and debit cards 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Old Stables House Blandford Forum Old Stables Blandford Forum The Old Stables Cottage The Old Stables Blandford Forum The Old Stables Cottage Blandford Forum ## About the area Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. Blandford Forum Town Museum and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skirmish Dorset and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Wimborne Model Town. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Blandford Forum travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum.dx10300) [View more Cottages in Blandford Forum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Cottages.d10300-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.85522%2C-2.24452&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I6I4cXUcFWp5uVRFGVHy4sdhMiM=) Blandford Forum, England ### What's nearby - ![Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182682/c5ed7add-c104-42ce-8724-4a699e31d6ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150277/d21d7868-ece4-47a2-a683-9c5597cf5457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Poole Harbour 38 min drive \- 25.1 miles - ![Durdle Door showing a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092145/7b41be52-75eb-46ef-b9e1-8761bd302923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durdle Door 47 min drive \- 24.3 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 48 min drive \- 32.7 miles - ![Centre parcs showing cyclists on a beautiful blue and white lit road. Colourful picture showing the fun of exploring the forest park at Longleat. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248628305051930/73b81e8d-abd5-44e6-8eb4-6592475c5931.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Center Parcs Longleat Forest 57 min drive \- 37.0 miles ### Getting around - Dorchester West Station 23 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - The Burger Box Blandford 13 min drive - Reeve the Baker 11 min drive - The Fox Inn 17 min drive - The Black Cat Cafe 14 min drive - China China 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Stables pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Old Stables? ### How much is parking at The Old Stables? ### What time is check-in at The Old Stables? ### What time is check-out at The Old Stables? ### Where is The Old Stables located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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