Title: Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4771&destination=Shaftesbury%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=87885176&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat ## Photo gallery for Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat ![House | Exterior - Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87885200/87885176/cc699877.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House | Outdoor dining - Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87885200/87885176/a87da522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | Exterior - Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87885200/87885176/eb88ce7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | Living area | Fireplace - Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87885200/87885176/27797bd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87890000/87885200/87885176/a6347122.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies This charming historic 2-bed house in Shaftesbury offers relaxation and entertainment. Enjoy in-room WiFi for connectivity and outdoor furniture for peaceful moments. For those feeling competitive, games are available to challenge friends and family. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this residence. This residence offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and washers/dryers. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Shaftesbury residence provides complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Yard ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ## 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 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 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 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 Stunning Historic 2 bed House in Shaftesbury Historichouse 2bed fireplace freeparking wifi Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat Residence Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat Shaftesbury ## About the area Shaftesbury is home to this residence. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Wardour Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Melbury Vale Winery and Rushmore Golf Club. Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Shaftesbury Arts Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Shaftesbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury.dx4771) [View more Residences in Shaftesbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shaftesbury-Residences.d4771-aaResidences.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.002316,-2.200591&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qgivHtxl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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ToLSBApeh8ynSbAx7QlcZFQh-Es=) Shaftesbury, England ### What's nearby - ![Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5461/b5ad4958-8342-4aa1-93d1-42d7e7b71e8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![Longleat Safari and Adventure Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092191/c61f28e4-adf7-475e-8df4-6c9f33825fed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Longleat Safari and Adventure Park 30 min drive \- 22.7 miles - Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Shaftesbury Arts Centre 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Gold Hill Museum 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station 11 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - The John Peel 9 min walk - KFC 18 min walk - Costa Coffee 8 min drive - The Udder Farm Shop 7 min drive - Costa Coffee 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat? ### Where is Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic 2bed - Traditional Countryside Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication The cottage is lovely. Spotlessly clean , well equipped and beautifully furnished. It is also very close to the town. 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