GRIST MILL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Fontmell Magna

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Shaftesbury, South West England

Gold Hill Museum9 min drive
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden10 min drive
Larmer Tree Gardens16 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)55 min drive

Cottage was well stocked and a lovely welcome package. Very private and easy walking distance to the local pub, which se...

Colleen D.

Sep 20, 2020

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

bedroom1 Bedroom

1 Double Bed

bedroom2 Bedroom

2 Single Beds

brdroom3 Bedroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

bathroom Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

En-suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This semi-detached cottage situated close to the village of Fontmell Magna in Dorset sleeps five people in three bedrooms.

Grist Mill Cottage is a semi-detached cottage set within the grounds of the owners' home, 0.6 miles from Fontmell Magna in Dorset. This single-storey cottage sleeps five people in three bedrooms, consisting of one double, one twin with en-suite shower and one single, as well as a bathroom. The cottage also has an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Outside there's off road parking for two cars, a private lawned garden with patio and furniture and shared lawned gardens with summerhouse. Grist Mill Cottage is a convenient base for a family with plenty of places to visit that will keep everyone entertained.
Note: One well-behaved dog welcome.

Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage on request. Lawned garden with patio and furniture, plus shared lawned gardens with summerhouse. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Note: Intermittent mobile signal. Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside. Note: Although all ground floor, the bedrooms are accessed via one step down.
If you are looking to stay as part of a workers booking, please contact our reservations team to enquire before placing you booking.

Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorsets Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.

Town: The attractive North Dorset village of Fontmell Magna lies between Blackmore Vale to the west and Cranborne Chase to the east, only 4 miles from Shaftesbury and 8 miles from Blandford Forum. The village has thatched cottages and a pub serving good food and ales.
Surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are lots of lovely walks to be had nearby, and within reach are Sherborne's abbey and castle, Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury.

Property manager

Sykes Holiday Cottages

Languages

English

Amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Shaftesbury

This cottage is located in Shaftesbury. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Shillingstone Railway Project are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fontmell and Melbury Downs and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Larmer Tree Gardens and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting.

Shaftesbury, South West England

What's nearby

Gold Hill Museum - 9 min drive
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 10 min drive
Larmer Tree Gardens - 16 min drive
Wimborne Minster - 28 min drive
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

Gillingham Dorset Station - 17 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

Amy's Fish & Chips - 9 min drive
The Swan Inn - 14 min drive
Old Ox Inn - 13 min drive
Fiddleford Inn - 13 min drive
The White Horse - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GRIST MILL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Fontmell Magna pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GRIST MILL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Fontmell Magna?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at GRIST MILL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Fontmell Magna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GRIST MILL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Fontmell Magna located?

Situated in Shaftesbury, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Fontmell and Melbury Downs and within 6 miles (10 km) of Melbury Vale Winery and Gold Hill Museum. The Art Stable and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

20 Sept 2020

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

Lovely cottage in pretty Dorset village

Cottage was well stocked and a lovely welcome package. Very private and easy walking distance to the local pub, which serves very nice meals and real ales. The local village shop is also about 15 minutes walk from the cottage and also hosts a lovely cafe.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

All ground floor. Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

What makes this property unique

Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage on request. Lawned garden with patio and furniture, plus shared lawned gardens with summerhouse. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Note: Intermittent mobile signal. Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside. Note: Although all ground floor, the bedrooms are accessed via one step down.
If you are looking to stay as part of a workers booking, please contact our reservations team to enquire before placing you booking.