Oke Apple Cottage
ID: S2615
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Oke Apple Cottage is consistently praised for its peaceful and beautiful surroundings, cleanliness, and the welcoming nature of the hosts, Fee and Simon. Guests enjoy the comfort, the views, and the presence of friendly dogs. The property is ideal for relaxing breaks, with many mentioning it as a perfect base for exploring Dorset.
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its spotlessness and high standards of cleanliness, with multiple reviews highlighting this aspect positively.
The location is celebrated for its tranquility, stunning views, and proximity to local attractions. The peaceful rural setting is a recurring theme in guest feedback.
Reviewers consistently note the comfort of the cottage, mentioning the comfortable bed, cosy atmosphere, and the quiet environment conducive to relaxation.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and maintained, with special mentions of the natural swimming pond and electric car charger. However, some guests noted the kitchen could be better equipped, which slightly impacts the score.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident, with mentions of a warm welcome and helpfulness. Gifts like a homemade crumble are noted, though these kind gestures are not guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
Okeford Fitzpaine 0.7 miles. A delightful single-storey barn conversion, set in the grounds of the owners' 17th century thatched cottage, deep in the North Dorset countryside and close to the village of Okeford Fitzpaine, 2 miles from Sturminster Newton. Furnished and equipped to a high standard, this Dorset holiday cottage offers couples a perfect romantic, rural retreat. The Okeford Fitzpaine holiday cottage accommodation provides bright and cheerful open plan living, kitchen and dining areas, leading into the attractive bedroom, which offers flexible accommodation of either two single beds or a super king-size bed. From the kitchen, patio doors open out onto a private terrace with lovely views towards the adjacent farmland.
Once outside the cottage, how about a swim in the attractive swimming pond, a lovely way to either start or end your day at this Dorset holiday cottage? The local Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers superb walks, and you will be rewarded with fine views across the Blackmore Vale from the wonderful Bulbarrow Hill, one of Dorset's highest points, just a short drive from your Dorset holiday cottage. There is an abundance of attractions to suit all tastes easily accessed from this Dorset holiday cottage, including ancient Sherborne, historic Shaftesbury, Stourhead House and gardens, as well as Dorset's magnificent Jurassic Coast.
A peaceful, rural Dorset holiday cottage to be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Okeford Fitzpaine is a small village in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a few miles from the market town of Dorset. This area is ideal for walking, the coastline, Thomas Hardy country and towns such as Sherborne and Shaftesbury.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One super king-size double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame-effect fire.
Storage radiators with electric fire in sitting area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, small freezer, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Shared rear lawned garden with private patio and furniture.
Shared use of swimming pond.
One well-behaved dog welcome (to be kept on a lead at all times due to livestock).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
Note: The owner has 3 dogs and there are donkeys and chickens on site.
This property does not accept children under the age of 8.
Note: This property can only accommodate Friday changeovers for booking 7-nights and over between April - October.
Nearby points of interest
- Kingston Lacy - National Trust
- The Tank Museum
- Monkey World
- The Dinosaur Museum
- Tivoli Theatre
- Wimborne Model Town & Gardens
Reviews (102)
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Wendy
Simon and Fee made us extremely welcome and were available if needed but were not at all intrusive. We all had a fantastic break, even Pate (our dog) he made great friends with the owners dog and was made as welcome as we were, thank you so much for such an enjoyable few days
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Susannah
Welcomed by the owners who left us a delicious fruit crumble . The cottage was clean and comfortable with everything we needed for a comfortable stay . We did a lot of walking around the area and looked forward to returning to the warm cottage at the end of the day to cook and relax ! Many thanks for an enjoyable stay .
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Susanne
The out door patio area and carefully placed bench in sunny positions were perfect for relaxing with a cup of tea or glass of wine and reading. The owner was very friendly , but not intrusive, introducing herself on the first evening and giving us lots of useful information about places to visit in the area. There was a lot to see all within 30 minutes drive. We had a very relaxing holiday and look forward to staying at the same property again as one week was just not long enough to fully appreciate and enjoy the area in comfort