Title: Tarrant Cottage -14557 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 # Tarrant Cottage -14557 Cottage in Shaftesbury with kitchen ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32897800/32897720/8ea8a0bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![High chair, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32897800/32897720/3ac3e5bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![High chair, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32897800/32897720/abb7a3c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32897800/32897720/1e69f07e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32897800/32897720/2837662c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Blackdown Vale, this cottage offers a peaceful retreat. With an open plan living space, a wet room with grab rail and shower seat, and wheelchair access it's perfect for assisted wheelchair users. Enjoy private parking, garden furniture with barbecue in the sitting-out area or stroll through several acres of farmland. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Tarrant Cottage -14557 All on the ground floor and adapted for assisted wheelchair users this cottage is in the heart of the Blackdown Vale.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Wet Room: Shower, Toilet, Shower Seat, Grab Rail. Travel cot.. All properties: Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. Unfenced grassed area suitable for play and access to several acres of farmland for walking. Private parking. Wheelchair access - adapted for assisted wheelchair users. No smoking.. Situated in a courtyard of similar properties, these comfortable cottages are adjacent to the owners home and 8 acres of land, in the heart of the Blackdown Vale, an AONB, where the countryside is alive with deer, buzzards and pheasants, and just 4 miles south of Shaftesbury, where the famous Gold Hill is located. Nearby there is golf, gymnasium, fishing, 1 mile, and cycle paths and walking. Within easy driving, the historic towns of Blandford and Salisbury. Visit Longleat House and Safari Park, 22 miles, Stourhead House and Gardens, Kingston Lacey and Yeovil Air Museum, and the New Forest, where ponies roam, and the popular South Coast seaside resorts of Weymouth, 25 miles, Bournemouth and Poole, 22 miles. Stabling at cost by prior arrangement. Shops 3½ miles, pub 2 miles. Free WiFi There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Shared laundry room. Cats are not allowed at the property. There is open water in the property grounds. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - CD player ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### 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 - Single level property - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932900/32932822/93c0d367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in East Orchard, near Shaftesbury East Orchard, near Shaftesbury - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=32932822&PinnedHotelID=32932822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32914900/32914847/537b20d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rose Cottage - W41462 Sturminster Newton - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=32914847&PinnedHotelID=32914847&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36040000/36035000/36034942/313ced6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm Gillingham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=36034942&PinnedHotelID=36034942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114266100/114266041/16b4d7d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Listed 1-bedroom cottage in lovely Milton Abbas with Parking Milton Abbas - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=114266041&PinnedHotelID=114266041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64570500/64570412/611c4fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border Horsington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=64570412&PinnedHotelID=64570412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33592700/33592612/bc8f3b8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard Barn 5\* rated in stunning rural location on Somerset, Dorset border. Horsington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=33592612&PinnedHotelID=33592612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32916900/32916829/7617bc11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jasmine Cottage - W41461 Sturminster Newton - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=32916829&PinnedHotelID=32916829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117960000/117952300/117952228/90ae7a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hawk House | Standard Double West Camel - Parking available £46 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=117952228&PinnedHotelID=117952228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100610000/100607800/100607759/4da5fad1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Wincanton Wincanton - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=100607759&PinnedHotelID=100607759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585500/33585401/e3308d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Pine Wood Lodge, situated in beautiful Dorset Countryside,attractions nr blandford - Kitchen 9.2 Wonderful 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=33585401&PinnedHotelID=33585401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### 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 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 2 Bedroom Accommodation in East Orchard Near Shaftesbury su-14557-14557 ## About the area ![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%7C50.95757%2C-2.23995&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bIec0xR4dzI3XB8jai__TGa5bFA=) East Orchard, near Shaftesbury #### What's nearby - Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles - Gold Hill Museum - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Larmer Tree Gardens - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles - Stourhead Garden - 31 min drive - 17.2 miles - Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 38 min drive - 26.7 miles #### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 16 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪san tonino - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Kings Arms - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬10 min drive - ‪White Hart Alehouse - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tarrant Cottage -14557 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tarrant Cottage -14557? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tarrant Cottage -14557? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tarrant Cottage -14557 located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden, The Art Stable and Gold Hill Museum. Fontmell and Melbury Downs and Sturminster Newton Mill 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 ## Tarrant Cottage -14557 Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional 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 3 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. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terence Lock 5 Apr 2025 #### The owners were very helpful. The owners were very helpful. ##### Terence Lock This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 24 Jul 2020 #### Nice quiet location within driving distance to attractions i. Nice quiet location within driving distance to attractions i.e. Gold hill, Stonehenge, Salisbury, Longleat, seaside. Local walks also nice. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 27 Sept 2019 #### H Had a excellent holiday, dog friendly,perfect ##### Sue This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kev 9 Sept 2019 #### Excellent holiday base, right in the middle of an area of wonderful places to visit, all no more th Excellent holiday base, right in the middle of an area of wonderful places to visit, all no more than an hours drive away. Cottage has all you need for a comfortable break from the outside world. Can't wait till we return shortly. ##### Kev ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Aphrodites Group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Aphrodites-Group.h901033.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Windsor Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Egham-Hotels-Fairmont-Windsor-Park.h60335617.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [ORIDA Maidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-ORIDA-Maidstone-Hotel.h74419166.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coppleridge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury-Hotels-The-Coppleridge-Inn.h13230270.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)