A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Toys
Barbecue grill
Free internet
Pet-friendly
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Explore the area
East Knoyle, England
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
1 min walk
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
Place, Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
26 min drive
Stonehenge
Place, Stonehenge
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border
Wise Cottage is a 250 year old cottage with a boutique feel and sweeping views over fields, situated in a beautiful village near Shaftesbury, Dorset. A few yards from the shop is an excellent playground and our award winning village shop. The cottage has been furnished with antiques, carefully chosen pieces from our travels abroad, soft rugs and comfortable furniture to make a stay as wonderful as possible. The cottage is close to Longleat, Stone Henge, the Georgian City of Bath and the beautiful Dorset coast. We are happy to accept well behaved dogs.
The cottage sleeps four comfortably and five cozily, 2 bedrooms, 1 large master bedroom with a super kingsize bed and a small bedroom with adult bunks. A guest bed can be put up in the main bedroom or the sitting room for a fifth guest (there is not room in the bunk room for the extra bed). The cottage includes a wood burner, super fast Wifi and garden. There is a cosy sitting room with oak dining table and chairs, a well fitted kitchen with washing machine, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. The main bedroom has an upholstered Super kingsize bed with high quality Vi Spring mattress, high quality duvets and bed linens. The second bedroom has full size bunk beds. Polished wooden floors and carpets make up the flooring. The bathroom has an in bath shower and bath. There are plenty of towels provided as well as a wonderful organic shampoo, bodywash and handwash.. The bathroom is situated downstairs opposite the kitchen.
The garden is situated up steps from the cottage, it is probably not easily accessed by anyone disabled or infirm. It is a cottage garden, not highly manicured but with wonderful views over fields.. A table and chairs and a barbecue and tongs are also provided. There is a side access to the garden and it is fenced, so will contain a not overly ambitious dog. The cottage has a Samsung 32" smart TV with the channel apps, super fast broad band, a small office with desk. Mobile reception is good, but patchy in the downstairs rooms. There is a wood burner and logs are supplied in the winter for the first night (extra logs can be bought from the village shop). The kitchen is fully equipped with all china and cutlery, pans, casserole dishes, salad bowls, a Nespresso coffee maker (with coffee capsules!) and there is a supply of tea bags, coffee, sugar, olive oil and salt and pepper to start you off. We always leave a welcome pack of fresh local bread, jam, butter and milk.
There is a local deli where you can buy excellent home cooked meals - Compton McRae in Semley. https://www.comptonmcrae.com
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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
Salisbury
Located in Salisbury, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Some of the area's popular attractions include Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Longleat Safari and Adventure Park. Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Messums Wiltshire are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 25 min drive - 27.9 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 26 min drive - 27.9 km
Stonehenge - 35 min drive - 37.3 km
New Forest National Park - 58 min drive - 59.7 km
Getting around
Gillingham Dorset Station - 15 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
The Butt Of Sherry - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
The Lamb - 3 min drive
The John Peel - 8 min drive
The Beckford Arms - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful rural cottage on Dorset/Wiltshire border located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and within 6 miles (10 km) of Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Gold Hill Museum. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Castle Hill Viewpoint are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Vanessa
Hi! We are Vanessa and Bruce and we have two children. We live in the most stunning part of the English countryside, on the border of Wiltshire and Dorset. The area is typified by tight valleys, rolling hills and huge views. We moved here from London 10 years ago to bring up our family. Vanessa organises African safaris and Bruce is a motor racing journalist. We have a huge appetite for foreign travel and love interiors - hence our addiction of making the cottage the most idyllic and inspirational place to stay!
Why they chose this property
We bought Wise Cottage in March 2016 as a holiday let. It's origins date back probably about 300 years, it is typical of the small cottages found in this area, originally a tied cottage to the large estate in the village. The views from the cottage are gorgeous, the cottage space is charming and cozy and we just knew it would be a perfect place for rural holidays.
What makes this property unique
The location means that one is within easy reach of numerous places, the Georgian city of Bath, Stone Henge, Longleat (the finest Elizabethan house in England), the Dorset coast line, Lyme Regis, Roman hill forts, beautiful market towns and London is still only two hours away. Walks from the cottage are beautiful.