Title: Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. 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 # Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. Holiday home in Shaftesbury with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119920000/119911400/119911382/a3638a02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119920000/119911400/119911382/9dc02503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119920000/119911400/119911382/6ffbe677.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119920000/119911400/119911382/eb0c90ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119920000/119911400/119911382/5c8dcff5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - 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. ### Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. The cottage has a unique vintage style and is entirely self-contained. It boasts a pretty kitchen and sitting room, both with spaces for dining. Upstairs are the main and second bedrooms, and a bathroom with a freestanding slipper roll top bath and a separate walk in shower. The cosy sitting room is furnished with a comfortable settee, a rocking chair and period furniture. It features a wood burner for chilly evenings. A Smart TV, fibre fast broadband and a cupboard full of traditional board games are provided for cosy evenings in. A dining table and chairs set in an alcove lends itself as a work station if required. The kitchen is fitted with freestanding furniture, a belfast sink, pine kitchen table and chairs. An old dresser filled with vintage china and a retro gas cooker with oven and grill feel like a step back in time, with fridge freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle and Nespresso machine for modern convenience. Up the original and winding staircase you will find the main bedroom. The oak framed antique bed has a new and very comfortable standard double mattress. Luxury cotton bedding, electric blanket for wintery nights and a blackout blind are fitted for your comfort. The second bedroom has a small iron framed double bed and can be made up on request. Hanging space and coat hangers are available. Fresh towels and linen are provided on arrival for the duration of your stay - for stays longer than 3 days a change of towels will be provided. (linens weekly). Outside, a pretty courtyard garden is well lit with both decorative string lights and a more practical night-time sensor for later returns. There's a table and chairs for alfresco dining and comfy seats for morning coffee in the sun. Outdoor cooking facilities include a charcoal barbeque (which can be laid up for you if requested), and for the more adventurous cook, a Kamado mini ceramic grill (instructions provided). A complimentary welcome box with tea, coffee, sugar, milk and other tasty local and home made treats is prepared for your arrival. At an additional cost and by prior arrangement, a delicious selection of local foods can be provided if pre-booked to ensure and easy and relaxing break away from the stresses of life. The owner lives in the adjacent property and is available for your convenience. For further information visit https://crumblecottage.promotemyplace.com ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Hob - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### 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 - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106470000/106465200/106465147/cd70f925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury one bedroom thatched holiday cottage Dorset Stourpaine - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=106465147&PinnedHotelID=106465147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32929100/32929056/b704a978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne Goathill, near Sherborne - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 10 Exceptional 18 reviews £315 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=32929056&PinnedHotelID=32929056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117140000/117132600/117132547/bf5b8dd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Off-grid Cabin, Outdoor Bath, 15 min from Bruton Dorset - Hot tub - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=117132547&PinnedHotelID=117132547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33945300/33945219/451e838d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset Shaftesbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=33945219&PinnedHotelID=33945219&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=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=82522983&PinnedHotelID=82522983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92476900/92476815/0c9cf5f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Cucklington, near Wincanton Cucklington, near Wincanton - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=92476815&PinnedHotelID=92476815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82980000/82971000/82970926/bcd89cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Cottage - Heart of the Deverills Warminster - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=82970926&PinnedHotelID=82970926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78473500/78473448/d36ecab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury. 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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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Shaftesbury, this holiday home is in a rural area. Some of the area's popular attractions include Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. Larmer Tree Gardens and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. 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Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life.? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Gold Hill Museum, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Melbury Vale Winery and Fontmell and Melbury Downs 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 ## Country cottage. Perfect quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of life. 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