Title: The Willows - UK34000 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Willows - UK34000 Cottage in Blandford Forum with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085700/83085601/d5e34322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085700/83085601/f5b31a66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085700/83085601/166e7ca5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085700/83085601/f7cd7d2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83085700/83085601/73dfee7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of Child Okeford village, The Willows offers a serene retreat for couples and small groups. This charming property features an open-plan living space with a Freeview Smart TV, well-equipped kitchen area, and enclosed garden with patio furniture. Enjoy exploring nearby attractions like Hambledon Hill's Iron Age hill fort or take advantage of on-site amenities including private parking and shared laundry room. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi £129 includes taxes & fees 16 Oct - 17 Oct ## 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 Willows - UK34000 The Willows is an excellent choice for your break away together with a number of days out to choose from and enjoy exploring the outdoors.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. External utility room with washing machine (shared with other properties on-site). Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car (apart from The Willows which has 2). No smoking.. The Willows (UK34000) is all on the ground floor and has two bedrooms suitable for four guests. There is a double and a twin bedroom, and a family bathroom with a bath and a shower cubicle. There is a bright open plan living space, and the kitchen is well-equipped. The Firs (UK33999) is all on the ground floor and has a double bedroom and a shower room which makes it suitable for two guests. The Oaks (UK33998) is all on the first floor and has a double bedroom. The kitchen, living dining area is open plan and feels bright and spacious and is well equipped with everything you will need to cook a meal to enjoy together. The Old Pump House (K34451) is on two floors; downstairs there is a kitchen/diner and a separate living room, as well as a utility room with a washing machine and a downstairs toilet. Upstairs there is a comfortable double bedroom with changing area and en-suite bathroom with a bath and a shower attachment. Hambledon Cottage Holidays provides the perfect location to relax and explore the outdoors, they are ideally suited to couples or a small group of friends. These properties were renovated in 2021. Each of them has been finished to a high standard with your own garden area. Each property has its own designated parking spot and there is a shared laundry room with a washing machine. The village of Child Okeford has two pubs, a farm shop and café, a post office, and a village shop for any essentials. The Iron Age hill fort of Hambledon Hill is well worth exploring, it is on the edge of Cranbourne Chase with far reaching views and an assortment of wild flowers. The Dorset Trailway is easily accessible and is suitable for walking and cycling and is part of the old Somerset and Dorset railway which used to link Bath and Bournemouth. For days out in the nearby town of Blandford you can visit the Royal Signals Museum, The Blandford Fashion Museum or The Badger Brewery which offers tours, as well as a variety local shops, cafés and restaurants. There are several National Trust sites within easy reach, including Kingston Lacy House, Badbury Rings, Hod Hill, Hardy’s Cottage, Corfe Castle and the Cerne Abbas Giant. A short drive away you can explore the New Forest National Park, with its free roaming ponies, or visit Cranborne Chase with its beautiful and diverse landscape. You can head towards the seaside to visit the scenic Jurassic Coast and spend the day wandering the cliffs along Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove which offer spectacular views. Further afield, explore Shaftesbury, Salisbury, Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth and Dorchester. Beach 25 miles. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/9f831ac6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A charming character cottage with Abbey view Sherborne - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 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 su-UK34000-UK34000 ## About the area Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. The Art Stable and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sturminster Newton Mill and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Larmer Tree Gardens and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. [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%7C50.91748%2C-2.24285&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=k0qadYf-qPOlkjbmAu9ysCmAWi0=) Child Okeford, near Blandford Forum ### What's nearby - The Art Stable - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Shillingstone Railway Project - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Blandford Forum Town Museum - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles - Gold Hill Museum - 20 min drive - 10.9 miles - Larmer Tree Gardens - 25 min drive - 11.0 miles ### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 24 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Anvil Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Fontmell - ‬9 min drive - ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Willows - UK34000 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Willows - UK34000? > As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Willows - UK34000 on 16 Oct 2025 start from £129.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Hotels-The-Willows-UK34000.h83085601.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Willows - UK34000? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Willows - UK34000? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Willows - UK34000 located? > Situated in Blandford Forum, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Art Stable and within 3 miles (5 km) of Shillingstone Railway Project and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sturminster Newton Mill and Fontmell and Melbury Downs are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Willows - UK34000 Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Morgan 6 Jun 2025 #### Friendly owner comfortable cottage there is a nice pub up the road within walking distance. Friendly owner comfortable cottage there is a nice pub up the road within walking distance. ##### Susan Morgan This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Phillips 6 May 2025 #### We had a lovely few days in this great little cottage, so cute and cosy, very well laid out & equipp We had a lovely few days in this great little cottage, so cute and cosy, very well laid out & equipped, comfortable beds and everything was sparkling clean. Martin and Sarah were excellent friendly hosts, we felt very welcome and hope to return. ##### Julie Phillips This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne Cook 9 Jul 2025 #### We only stayed one night in order to catch up with a friend but we were warmly welcomed by our host We only stayed one night in order to catch up with a friend but we were warmly welcomed by our host who had put the heating on ready for us. There was everything we needed, and it was very clean and homely. Highly recommend the Saxon Inn for a meal which is only a 2 minute walk away. ##### Joanne Cook