Ryecross Farm Cottage
ID: S2029
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
About this property
A charming detached, stone-built cottage nestling in the grounds of the owner's non-working farm, just half a mile from the pretty town of Shaftesbury, and surrounded by fields. Converted to a high standard, this cosy property offers well decorated and furnished ground floor accommodation, including a sunny sitting room with dining area offering unsurpassed views down Blackmoor Vale toward Poole and the coast. Perfectly placed for touring the splendid Dorset countryside and coast, there are also several famous visitor attractions within easy reach. The perfect get-away-from-it-all retreat.
It was founded 1100 years ago by King Alfred who built a fortified settlement here ad went on to build the Abbey which draws tourists throughout the year. Gold Hill is one of the most famous locations in Shaftesbury and in one of the cottages that sits on its top, you'll find the Town Museum which holds samples of the buttons which once made Shaftesbury so famous. Lying on the border of Wiltshire, staying in Shaftesbury also puts you within easy reach of other attractions, such as Stonehenge, the Compton Abbas airfield and the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. About 5 miles north-east of Shaftesbury are the remains of Wardour Castle, which has never been restored since it was besieged during the English Civil War. Half an hour away are the fossilised beaches of Lyme Regis and Charmouth.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with shower, WC and wash basin.
Small, fully fitted kitchen.
Living room with dining area and patio windows with lovely views over Blackmoor Vale.
Oil central heating.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, TV, DVD player, radio, stereo/CD player and wifi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Shared use of garden with private and secluded seating area with garden furniture and lovely views.
Ample off road parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 0.5 miles.
Note: No children under 12 yrs.
Nearby points of interest
- Longleat Safari Park
- Kingston Lacy - National Trust
Reviews (41)
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Allison
The owner was welcoming and helpful. The accomodation was warm and comfortable The location as in a nice setting, beautiful views. It was accessable to local attractions in Dorset
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Robert
The cottage was very comfortable and warm. The owners were very welcoming and greeted us upon arrival and told us of the best attractions to see and if they saw us after our day out would come and have a chat, which made us feel more welcome. The only little fault I could find is there is not much room down one side of the double bed as there is a dressing table there. Other than that I would recommend it. It is
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Bryan
Good facilities. Excellent shower! Wonderful views. Very peaceful. Would certainly go back.