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Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views.

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Duncliffe chalet with hot tub and fully enclosed gazebo and large masonry BBQ
Kitchen in Duncliffe
Open plan lounge, kitchen/diner
Lounge and kitchen diner
Master bedroom with balcony and views overlooking grazing fields and Somerset

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gillingham, ENG
  • Place, Riversmeet Leisure Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Ground

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Double Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Twin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views.

This 4* Scandinavian chalet is perfect for friends or families re-uniting. It is situated on a working dairy farm and on the outskirts of a small village. Master double bedroom with balcony and en-suite shower room, twin room with en-suite shower room and downstairs double with en-suite bathroom. Open plan lounge kitchen/diner and French doors leading onto large veranda and a new six seater hot tub.
Duncliffe chalet is a non smoking property and unfortunately we are unable to take pets.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside.
.Please contact me if you wish to decorate the chalet for a special occasion. No Hen or Stag parties
The chalet must be left clean and tidy. Any additional cleaning will be taken from the damage deposit.
For guests working in the vicinity, an electric charge will apply. The meter will be read on arrival and again on departure

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8075247
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

About the area

Gillingham

Located in Gillingham, this chalet is in a rural area. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sturminster Newton Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Gartell Light Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Shaftesbury Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at South West Survival. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Gillingham, ENG

What's nearby

  • Riversmeet Leisure Centre - 13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Shaftesbury Arts Centre - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 16 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Templecombe Station - 10 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meaders - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hunters Lodge Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Benjis Kebab - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scandinavian chalet with hot tub in rural North Dorset. Spectacular views. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Riversmeet Leisure Centre, Gartell Light Railway, and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

A lovely clean chalet with everything you could need in it. Really enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emma N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and very enjoyable weekend!

Myself and 5 friends had such a lovely relaxing weekend in this clean, comfortable property with amazing views! The hot tub was perfect. Chris was on hand with information of the area. We enjoyed a trip into Shaftesbury and walked down Gold Hill (Hovis advert). Excellent pub at the bottom of the hill, Ye Olde Two Brewers - lovely English and greek food. We'd all definitely recommend this property and want to go back ASAP, although we might order some sunshine next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Clarey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Is it possible to give SIX STARS ?!?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your 5* review Clarey. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in Duncliffe chalet. It was so lovely to meet you both and I hope you will return one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent holiday venue with every facility. The hot tub at sunset is highly recommend.

An excellent experience of which the highlight has to be being able to watch the ‘ladies’ of the dairy herd giving birth in the field beside us and being able to pet the very friendly ‘girls’.who were as interested in us as we were in them.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property, in a great setting with hot tub

Had a really lovely stay in a very well appointed timber framed property. We weren't overlooked by the other 3 similar rental properties and could enjoy the hot tub in private. The property itself had everything we needed, invoicing indoor and outdoor games, dishwasher, washing machine etc. The freezer is quite small in the built in fridge, but the hosts have provided an extra freezer that can be plugged in. Lovely hosts who had the time to chat and we could even see the milking process in the farm. We had several cows give birth in the field next to us and it was lovely to see the newborn calves running around. The only downside is being next to a field for cows there were quite a few flies so we had to keep the doors shut, but it didn't reduce our enjoyment of the property. There's also a really decent sized shared grass area at the back of the properties that is perfect for sport and the games room is definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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4/10 Poor

Emily A.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Disappointing

Lovely property. Unfortunately the owner was very cold and charged us additional for clean up. We were 6 30year old women who left the place spotless, all the glasses washed up and left in the right places, used towels in the bath etc. So to get an email nit picking on minute bits and charging us additional for clean up was very unexpected. No wonder we were the only ones staying there. Very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec, 2021
Thank you for your review as expected. The reason I claimed from your damage deposit was not just for the additional hours charged by the cleaning company ( you were notified of the reasons ) but for the subsequent damage to one of my nest of tables left out overnight next to the hot tub and found the following morning soaking wet. You flouted the rules of the games room. and ignored my rule on Vrbo's website about Hen parties.
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Short weekend stay

Lovely property you are meant to check in at 4pm we got there early at 3.30pm Chalet still being cleaned we quickly used a toilet after a long journey then went off for a drink to allow them to finish. Was a bit disappointed when arrived at 5.15pm to be told was was late for check in. Later she came to see us and this was resolved. Can’t fault property and hot tube. Located in very quiet rural area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec, 2021
Thank you for your review. Not quite sure what you meant about being told too late for check in though.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect

We couldn't have asked for more. The chalet was immaculate and had everything we needed. Christina was friendly and so helpful. The hot tub was fantastic and we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Lovely spacious, clean accomodation with gorgeous views and a fantastic hot tub!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2020
Thank you Kelly for your 5* review. The chalet was left very clean and tidy. It was a pleasure to meet you and your friends and I wouldn't hesitate to welcome you to Duncliffe chalet again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pramila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

The chalet was very good standard. Kitchen well equipped. Views beautiful. Good place for a relaxing holiday. Hot tub was excellent. Beds very comfortable. Overall we had a wonderful holiday
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay. You had the last good week weather wise. Thank you for your comments. Look forward to welcoming you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful place to relax

The chalet is very well cared for an equipped. The beds are comfortable. A beautiful view from the hot tub to watch the setting sun. The games room was a bonus for the family to burn off some energy. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Dear Victoria Many thanks for your kind words. You certainly had one of the best weeks for weather. The sunsets can be absolutely spectacular especially from Duncliffe chalet. Glad the games room came in use. Hope to see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

lyndsey H.

Beautiful chalet!

Stayed here for the weekend with some girl friends, had a great time! Hot tub was fantastic and a short walk to the nearest pub perfect get away 😊
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Fabulous chalet. Extremely clean and well organised.

Absolutely fab chalet. Great for family get together. Super hot tub with great view not over looked. Very quiet and peaceful. Large games room for the young and better for the oldies remembering their days at the youth club.table tennis. Table football air hockey. Plenty of laughing. The whole farm is a great place to recharge your batteries. Can not thank you enough Christina . Maureen & Ian Holloway . Lancashire. Angela freer Tenterden. Brief visit from the Warhursts from thr Rectory at Smedley.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Dear Ian and Maureen Thank you so much for your kind review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your week's holiday in Duncliffe chalet. I hope to see you again in the future. Regards Christina

About the host

Hosted by Christina Trim

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I married a farmer and we have two sons. I grew up in a near by town called Gillingham in Dorset so know the area very well.
I have been married for 34 years and have lived at Stour Cross Farm for 30.
I started doing B & B in 1991 in our farmhouse until my second son was born in 2001. Now I run 4 self catering holiday chalets in the grounds of the farm.
I spend more time and money cleaning and refurbishing each chalet than I do in my own house but thoroughly enjoy it. It's so satisfying to know guests appreciate and have enjoyed their stay. The comments in the visitor books prove it.
I love animals especially dogs but unfortunately we cannot accommodate pets because of the farm animals.

Why they chose this property

Guests who have stayed in Duncliffe chalet tell me they could quite easily live in this property. The open plan lounge kitchen/diner enables all the guests to interact with one another without being excluded whilst cooking dinner or clearing the table.
I just love the French Blue coloured kitchen, it's so soft and goes with so many different colours.
The spacious master bedroom has a balcony and en-suite shower room and twin room with en-suite shower room are upstairs and the third bedroom with bath is on the ground floor.
I am always striving to improve the inside and outside. Adding a hot tub with a fully enclosed gazebo has certainly been a USP. Last year a large BBQ was constructed complete with chimney. Both facilities have been very popular.
Trees, ex-Christmas trees and shrubs have been planted in a large border to give this chalet more privacy and in spring the colours and sweet smells from the flowers look beautiful.
The chalet is easily accessible from the A30 and A303. The train station is only 5 mins drive.

What makes this property unique

A six seater hot tub awaits you with it's 36 swirling massage jets for a relaxing soak. Includes reclining position and Captain's chair plus bench seats. Enjoy a glass of wine after a long day touring and let those jets work their magic on aching limbs.
Come rain or wind the fully enclosed gazebo surrounding the hot tub protects you from the elements. With sliding door and windows and star viewing roof you'll find it impossible to vacate the hot tub.

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