Title: Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms 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 # Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms Family-friendly cottage in Sturminster Newton ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83060000/83051900/83051823/67cc6961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83060000/83051900/83051823/5388827b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83060000/83051900/83051823/857bcac7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83060000/83051900/83051823/319be312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83060000/83051900/83051823/1545cf5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the picturesque hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin, Lower Fifehead Farm is a 17th century farmhouse with characterful charm. Enjoy family time together in the spacious kitchen and breakfast room or alfresco dining on the undercover porch area. With a tennis court, walled front garden and large lawned rear garden there's plenty to keep everyone entertained. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1011 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms Lower Fifehead Farm nestles in the picturesque hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin, and is surrounded by 400 acres of beautiful rolling countryside. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty dotted with numerous pretty villages, and close to the majestic Bulbarrow Hill which is the second highest point in Dorset, the location is ideal for walking, cycling and exploring. The generous and characterful 17th century farmhouse has plenty of charm, with original mullion windows and their rope twist detailing being mentioned in Nikolaus Pevsner's County Guide book, "The Buildings of England", which remains the definitive inventory of England's architectural heritage. With an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove in the large sitting and dining room, a family snug and games room with second wood burning stove, and a spacious kitchen and breakfast room with island and Aga, there is plenty of space for all of the family to gather and share time together. On the ground floor there is also a useful cloakroom with laundry area, and double doors from the kitchen lead to the undercover porch area which has been set up for alfresco dining. On the first floor are five comfortable bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room; and there is a family bathroom with roll top bath, and a separate family shower room. Outside, the house enjoys a walled front garden, and the large lawned rear garden also has a full-size tennis court with artificial surface making it suitable for playing tennis or football all year round. Sturminster Newton is close by and the popular towns of Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Blandford and Dorchester are all within easy reach. With the Jurassic Coast less than 45 minutes drive away, Lower Fifehead Farm is the perfect choice for a family holiday and fun times together. Additional Information: A full size cot and high chair available on request. Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Tennis court available year round. There is almost no mobile signal in the property. Either switch to WiFi calls or you can get a signal in the garden. \*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Guidebooks ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114266100/114266005/b64473b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Large Five Bedroom Family House Sleeps 10 Milton Abbas - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=114266005&PinnedHotelID=114266005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93670200/93670188/9f416772.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Cottage & Garden nr Sherborne Sherborne - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=93670188&PinnedHotelID=93670188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111554500/111554467/55a6a0e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully restored townhouse in the heart of Sherborne Sherborne - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=111554467&PinnedHotelID=111554467&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75620000/75612700/75612652/1127988a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lower Farm - is situated in the small village of Over Compton Sherborne - Pet-friendly - Game room - Parking available - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=75612652&PinnedHotelID=75612652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592000/114591928/b19f0801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase. 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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 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 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 600890 ## 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%7C50.89255%2C-2.32421&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qkLeoUQf__ZwR7MhgBSEnBELFA8=) Sturminster Newton, Dorset #### What's nearby - Sturminster Newton Mill - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles - Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles - Shillingstone Railway Project - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles - The Art Stable - 16 min drive - 6.5 miles - Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 23 min drive - 12.3 miles #### Getting around - Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 28 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪White Hart Alehouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stur Of The Moment - ‬8 min drive - ‪Benjis Kebab - ‬16 min drive - ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Fox Inn - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms located? > This family-friendly Sturminster Newton cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sturminster Newton Mill and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Badger Watch Dorset and Shillingstone Railway Project 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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