Title: Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location 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 # Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location Holiday home in Gillingham with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34398400/34398379/5a1b9cb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34398400/34398379/e517c2bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34398400/34398379/b206a10a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34398400/34398379/013ea8bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34398400/34398379/5c135b2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming terrace cottage, nestled in a quiet village on the edge of the Dorset Downs. With two bedrooms and a spacious kitchen, enjoy dining al fresco in the garden or unwind by an open fire with books from around the world at your fingertips. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location This beautiful terrace cottage is owned by a renowned travel writer & contains decorations from all over the world - as well as a myriad of books! There are 2 bedrooms, a cosy lounge with open fire and a large airy kitchen & dining area. French windows lead from the kitchen to the garden which is small, a little wild, but much loved -- there is plenty of room to have lunch outside but you might struggle to organize a five-a-side football tournament. There are beautiful views from the end of the garden southwards towards the Dorset Downs. As well as the kitchen and living room, the downstairs has a small book-lined library, a bedroom with two single beds and a guest loo. Upstairs is a large landing with a divan or day bed that could be used to accommodate a fifth person, or perhaps just for afternoon naps, a double bedroom and a large family bathroom with bath, sink, bidet and shower. The house stands on a quiet road on the edge of an even quieter village. There are plenty of walks from the front door. There is WiFi throughout the house, TV and DVD, a stereo system for CD's and all necessary equipment and facilities, including a gas hob, in a well-stocked kitchen. Weekly guests will find a welcome pack of essentials on arrival to get them started, including a bottle of wine, and the kitchen contains all the usual stuff like tea, coffee, salt, pepper, olive oil, etc etc that guests are welcome to use. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (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 - Dryer 10 Exceptional 143 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=33594217&PinnedHotelID=33594217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82530000/82523000/82522983/d37d9da9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Idyllic Cottage in Dorset, Garden & Parking Gillingham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=82522983&PinnedHotelID=82522983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26140000/26132300/26132244/6f9df98c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border East Knoyle - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=26132244&PinnedHotelID=26132244&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/092874a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 Stour Provost - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly £300 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=119035323&PinnedHotelID=119035323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115130000/115129900/115129893/4e4a3ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pretty two bedroom/two bathroom cottage in Marnhull in Dorset. 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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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Gillingham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sturminster Newton Mill and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gartell Light Railway and Mill on the Brue. Larmer Tree Gardens and Badger Watch Dorset are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Gillingham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham.dx6049370) [View more Holiday homes in Gillingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6049370-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C50.99021%2C-2.31922&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gwEMdPZis9vb5vz1UxLwgUWAOxU=) Fifehead Magdalen, ENG ### What's nearby - Gold Hill Museum - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles - Stourhead Garden - 21 min drive - 13.2 miles - Stourhead - 21 min drive - 13.4 miles - Haynes International Motor Museum - 27 min drive - 20.5 miles - Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 39 min drive - 26.1 miles ### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 10 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 67 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Dolphin - ‬11 min drive - ‪The White Horse - ‬10 min drive - ‪Town House Dragon - ‬12 min drive - ‪White Hart Alehouse - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Country Cottage With Lovely Garden Views & Great Location located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gartell Light Railway, Sturminster Newton Mill and Gold Hill Museum. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs 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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