Title: Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage 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 # Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage Family-friendly cottage in Ferndown with a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72070000/72061700/72061607/9b7c661e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72070000/72061700/72061607/77736d87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72070000/72061700/72061607/ae8920f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72070000/72061700/72061607/0ab3168e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72070000/72061700/72061607/3b0009cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 143477 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage Galtons Cottage is a beautiful thatched cottage close to all amenities in the village of West Moors in Dorset. Close to wonderful country side and main roads to London, and yet secluded. This charming cottage has 6 bedrooms + glamping pod and 6 bathrooms. Sleeps up to 16, 14 in the house and an extra 2 in the pod which you can hire for an extra 15% of the rental. There is a charming secure courtyard off the kitchen dining area with garden seating for 16, with hot tub, glamping pod, children's play frame and trampoline. This 200 year old picturesque cottage has a bright airy extension for the kitchen and dining area with underfloor heating and a smart well equipped kitchen but also full of charm for the rest of the cottage, with beams, inglenook fireplace and wood stove. Off the sitting room is a charming snug with bar and games area. There are lovely gardens to front and rear with a childrens play frame and trampoline, hot tub and secure patio area to the rear. EV charging is available please enquire for details. Games Barn with table tennis, pool, table football, darts and table hockey, There is off road parking for 4 + cars with good road links and public transport nearby. A wonderful Welcome pack is provided including a bottle of Prosecco, New Forest Spring Water locally produced Tutti Fruity Jam, Biscuits, Milk, Tea & Coffee\*. Also a discount Go New Forest card to be used locally which can provide discounts when used with participating businesses. \* Contents may vary. Additional facilities available Hot tub a 4 person hot tub is available on request at a cost of £325 for a weekend and £400 for the week. Additional Accommodation in the Galtons Cottage Glamping Pod that sleeps 2 either in 1 king size or 2 singles available at 15% of rental. Additional accommodation in ‘Jessica’ our vintage VW Bay campervan, T2 1600 manual which sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children under 12 (only available in the warmer months). First basket of logs free then £7.50 a bag thereafter. Facilities and Services: Gas fired central heating and electricity included. Travel cot, 2 high chairs, stairgates (but please bring own cot bedding), dogs welcome, fully enclosed garden with patio and barbecue area. Bookings are Friday to Friday for 7 night stays, Friday to Monday for weekend stays, and Monday to Friday for mid-week stays. There is a £500 refundable security deposit to ensure against damage, £56 Cleaning fee. Pets are charged at £40 each Towels and bed linen included Charcoal barbecue available, please bring your own coals Logs available to buy at £7.50 per bag in advance 14 + 2 beds Pets - allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,477 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74710000/74709600/74709577/706c1e3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Remodelled historical cottage, super location, w/hottub Ashley Heath - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=74709577&PinnedHotelID=74709577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54940000/54935500/54935426/1486ca17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury villa, amazing location, pool, jacuzzi, snooker, cinema & tennis court! 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 3087889 ## About the area Ferndown is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach, while Bournemouth Pier and Sandbanks Beach are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Knoll Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium. [Visit our Ferndown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ferndown.dx4364) [View more Cottages in Ferndown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ferndown-Cottages.d4364-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%7C50.82729%2C-1.89036&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Fxn5JeDpfCOHvbt0-Ge0a1KauQo=) West Moors, ENG ### What's nearby - Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles - Wimborne Minster - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles - Bournemouth University - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles - Bournemouth Beach - 19 min drive - 9.7 miles - Bournemouth International Centre - 19 min drive - 9.7 miles ### Getting around - Bournemouth Station - 23 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 19 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pure Drop - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Three Legged Cross - ‬5 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage located? > This family-friendly Ferndown cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Motorsport Simulation Group and Knoll Gardens. Giggles and Moors Valley Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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