Title: Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6049370&destination=Gillingham%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=119035323&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 ## Photo gallery for Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 ![Exterior - Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 (Stour Provost)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/092874a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi - Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 (Stour Provost)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/f677b6b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 (Stour Provost)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/e14e1f3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 (Stour Provost)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/1e8f520b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 (Stour Provost)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119035400/119035323/6e374d92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available £403 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr ## 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. ### Picture Postcard Dorset Cottage Sleeps up to 6 Mundy's Cottage was constructed in circa 1725 in the rural Dorset village of Stour Provost, near the historic town of Shaftsbury. The Grade II listed cottage has just completed a significant renovation + landscaping, bringing all the modern conveniences to this charming and tranquil hamlet. Tucked away on a no through road, Mundy's boasts fantastic views over the Dorset country side near the river stour, giving the convenience of nearby local village pubs, for the perfect getaway. Stour Provost is a quite hamlet near the historic town of Shaftesbury which boasts a historical abbey and beautiful views over gold hill. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/691300/691226/81881b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel Bournemouth City Centre - Pool - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 542 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 4 May - 5 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-04&endDate=2026-05-05&selected=691226&PinnedHotelID=691226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2200/2165/5997bde6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth City Centre - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 7.2 Good 1,002 reviews £49 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=2165&PinnedHotelID=2165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/900700/900660/3fbf5390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Bournemouth - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 921 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 15 Apr - 16 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=900660&PinnedHotelID=900660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2750000/2745600/2745597/03963053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Applewood Hotel Bournemouth City Centre - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 716 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=2745597&PinnedHotelID=2745597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117970000/117965600/117965526/9f80611b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fleur de Lys Cranborne - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=117965526&PinnedHotelID=117965526&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3550000/3542700/3542617/a06d08f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grovefield Manor Poole - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Bar 9.2 Wonderful 214 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=3542617&PinnedHotelID=3542617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102337600/102337512/7f7b13fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chenies Weymouth - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=102337512&PinnedHotelID=102337512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102130000/102126900/102126840/59886575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Contemporary Charm by the Quay with Garden Poole - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews £182 includes taxes & fees 22 Apr - 23 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=102126840&PinnedHotelID=102126840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114880000/114877400/114877314/26039d89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE BOATHOUSE. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 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 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 This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Gillingham is home to this holiday home. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sturminster Newton Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. 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