Title: Dovehayes Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms 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 # Dovehayes Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107950400/107950368/3fc0c448.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107950400/107950368/536b219f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107950400/107950368/8dea3466.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107950400/107950368/44d0956e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107950400/107950368/2091e954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a quiet North Dorset village, Dovehayes Cottage offers charming accommodation for your holiday retreat. This pretty period property boasts a hand-built kitchen with Aga, delightful garden with seating area and wood burning stove in the sitting room. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 411 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Dovehayes Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Located between Mere and Wincanton, Bourton is a pretty village in North Dorset sitting close to the border with Somerset. Dovehayes Cottage is a pretty period property, and it sits down a quiet lane in the village centre, just a few minutes' walk from a good pub, and a garage with shop and post office. Surrounded by many popular places to visit, quaint villages and a choice of market towns, Dovehayes Cottage is ideally situated for a memorable break. Your charming holiday home offers off-road parking, a pretty sheltered garden, and delightful cosy accommodation. On arrival you enter the cottage through the barn-style door directly into the gorgeous hand-built kitchen, with its feature Aga and central dining table. Enjoy rustling up tasty meals and snacks, and relaxing around the kitchen table enjoying quality time together, before settling down on the comfortable sofas in the sitting room where you will find the Smart television and wood burning stove. A large hallway leads through to the ground-floor cloakroom, and to the cottage staircase framed with attractive prints. On the first floor you will find the two splendid bedrooms. The impressive king-size bedroom is delightful, with high ceilings and exposed beams adding to the cottage's unique charm. Along the first-floor hallway is a generous second bedroom with views of the garden, which can be configured either as a twin or double bedroom upon request. A family bathroom which includes a bath and separate walk-in shower completes the first-floor accommodation. Outside, the enclosed garden has a spacious, sheltered terrace furnished with a comfortable seating area perfect for al fresco dining or relaxing whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings. When you stay at this special cottage, you will have plenty of things to see and do, and a plethora of places to visit. In particular, a visit to nearby Stourhead, with its stunning lakes and gardens is highly recommended. The popular towns of Frome, and Bruton are very close by, as are the Hauser & Wirth Gallery and The Newt. Wells and Bath are a pleasant drive away, and Longleat, Stonehenge and Salisbury are all within reach, with the nearby A303 enabling easy access to all. A holiday or break at Dovehayes Cottage ensures that you will be spoilt for choice when deciding which county to explore further, be it Dorset, Somerset or neighbouring Wiltshire. Additional Information: One small well-behaved dog welcome (additional charge). Children and infants welcome. Highchair and travel cot available on request (please provide your own cot linen). Bedding is non-feather. Off-road parking for one car. Please note, there is additional unrestricted parking next to the cottage on the quiet street. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 643807 ## About the area Gillingham is home to this cottage. Some of the area's popular attractions include Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. Mill on the Brue and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching. [Visit our Gillingham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham.dx6049370) [View more Cottages in Gillingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham-Cottages.d6049370-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%7C51.07684%2C-2.32312&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sLAzxJgjUUo5Ck8OxJhRP1p0-Dc=) Gillingham, Dorset ### What's nearby - Stourhead Garden - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles - Stourhead - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles - Longleat - 20 min drive - 12.3 miles - Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 20 min drive - 14.8 miles - Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 24 min drive - 17.1 miles ### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 11 min drive - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 81 min drive ### Restaurants - Bell and Crown - ‪The George Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Dolphin - ‬6 min drive - ‪Osip - ‬13 min drive - ‪The White Lion Inn - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dovehayes Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Dovehayes Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located? > Situated in Gillingham, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Stourhead Garden and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Stourhead. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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