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Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub

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Bramble, near Dorchester
Generous open-plan living area with high ceilings
Comfortable sofas just perfect for relaxing
Bramble, near Dorchester: The bright and well equipped kitchen
Bramble, near Dorchester: King-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Ansty, Dorchester, Dorset
  • Popular LocationMonkey World Ape Rescue Center31 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Tank Museum33 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurdle Door40 min drive
  • AirportYeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)67 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

About this property

Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub

Bramble, one of a trio of luxury eco retreats, sits within a wonderful rural landscape with far reaching countryside views. Guests will enjoy the space and luxury of this exceptional holiday property, which offers the bonus of a private dining terrace with its own wood fired hot tub. Constructed in 2020, this two bedroom, detached holiday home boasts a ground source heat pump, underfloor heating, bi-folding doors and a cosy wood burning stove.

The light and spacious, open-plan accommodation is all on the ground floor which leads out via the bi-folding doors to the sunny terrace, garden and beautiful countryside beyond. Sleeping four guests in two king-size bedrooms, both with their own en-suite, with luxury features of a copper bath and large copper shower tray. Bramble is an ideal choice for your Dorset holiday with family or friends, or the perfect romantic retreat. The well-appointed and sociable living and dining area with kitchen are perfect for spending time together, with the wood burning stove creating a cosy atmosphere for relaxing evenings.

Outside, far-reaching rural views of Bulbarrow and The Blackmore Vale can be enjoyed from the warmth of the hot tub, where a spot of star gazing is a must.

All Ground Floor Accommodation with underfloor heating throughout:
Open-plan kitchen, sitting room and dining room
Kitchen area
With electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.
Utility room
With washing machine.
Sitting room area
With a wood burning stove, generous comfortable seating, television with Freeview and bi-fold doors to terrace.
Dining room area
With seating for four guests.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed.
En-suite bathroom
With free standing copper bath, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With large copper shower enclosure, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
Terrace and garden with far-reaching rural views.
Wood fired hot tub - please see Additional Information and refer to the house notes in the property.
A barbecue with initial supply of a small charcoal pack is provided during the summer months.
Parking for two cars.

With the Wessex Ridgeway on your doorstep, walking opportunities are endless. If you feel inclined, wander into the village of Ansty via a quiet lane and across a bridleway, where you will find a charming farm shop, post office and good local pub. Ansty can be reached in around 15 minutes on foot, otherwise in around 3 minutes by car.
Bramble's neighbours Fern (sleeps six guests) and Bracken (sleeps six guests) are also available to book , subject to availability. All three properties can be booked as a combination in Dorset Eco Retreats, subject to availability.

Additional Information:
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Sorry, no pets.
A barbecue with initial supply of a small charcoal pack is provided.
You will have use of your own private wood fired hot tub with logs provided. Please read full instructions on the operation and safety of the hot tub which can be found in the house folder. Please do not use detergents or toiletries in the hot tub. Please supervise children at all times around the hot tub when the cover is off and be aware that the firebox will be hot when lit and the water can also get very hot without supervision.
Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. The speed/service may vary from time to time. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor the Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.
Arrival time to this property is strictly 5pm.

Property manager

Dorset Hideaways
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Amenities

Hot tub
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

Dorchester

This apartment is located in Dorchester. Shillingstone Railway Project and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hardy's Cottage and Sturminster Newton Mill. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Avenue Stadium or Purbeck Shooting School. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching.
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Ansty, Dorchester, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Hardy's Cottage - 26 min drive
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 31 min drive
  • The Tank Museum - 33 min drive
  • Lulworth Cove - 39 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 28 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blue Vinny - 21 min drive
  • The Thimble Inn - 22 min drive
  • Royal Oak Inn - 18 min drive
  • The Antelope Inn Pidney - 17 min drive
  • The Giant Inn - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bramble is an eco retreat with a wood fired hot tub located?

Situated in Dorchester, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within 9 miles (15 km) of Shillingstone Railway Project and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. Badger Watch Dorset and Cerne Abbas Giant are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful stay
Stunning is an understatement. Waking up in that beautiful place to that beautiful view was amazing, i am sure its even better in the summer. Clean, modern, spacious and beautiful. The hot tub was beautiful but does take 3-4 hours to heat up which is rather annoying if you have been out all day, but thats exactly what a wood burning hot tub is. We will be returning next year ! Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

geoff m.

Eco retreat
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Melcombe farm. The location is in a quiet area of the farm close to the Wessex Ridgeway. Facilities were first class. Every detail had been well thought out and planned. The wildlife with owls stags hares coming close to the accommodation was a nice treat. The local pub in Ansty was very welcoming for food and drink. We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Our perfect stay at ‘Bramble’’
Wow ! Just perfect , amazing place with everything and more you need and stunning location and views
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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful relaxing break
A wonderful property in an idyllic setting, very peaceful, no traffic noise and very little light pollution, just right for star gazing. The hot tub we lovely, but takes some time to heat up, so get it going nice and early. The bed was very comfortable and the shower nice and powerful. All the equipment was of an excellent quality, the sofas were lovely but needed plenty of cushions behind you as they were very deep. Our only suggestion would be the addition of an EV charger, as it’s an eco retreat, we’d have been very happy to pay for the electric it used and it would have been much more convenient as the accommodation is quite a distance from the nearest chargers. If you are looking for somewhere with peace and quite this is a really great option.
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10/10 Excellent

Incredible views with only the sounds of nature
Overall we don't have enough good things to say about Bramble! When we arrived the house looked lovely - modern but in keeping with the surroundings. The silence when we got out of the car really struck us - as suburb dwellers we never get quiet quite like this. Apart from the birds and cows - but those are the sounds you love to hear! The house itself was spotless when we got in - it looked practically brand new. We had everything we needed, including a well stocked kitchen and a lovely welcome hamper. The wifi worked well (important to us), the TV had all the streaming services, the bed was incredibly comfortable and so were the sofas. We didn't get a chance to use the wood burner as the weather was great, but we did use the hot tub on 4 nights. We were prepared for this not being like a 'normal' hot tub as it took some time to heat, but that's the only 'warning' I'd give - you'll need a few hours for it to heat the first time. But this was no problem for us and we loved sitting in it and enjoying the incredible view. Overall we highly highly recommend Bramble as a base for your Dorset stay. Particular highlights for us were a lovely lunch at The New Inn in Cerne Abbas and a great dinner at the Thimble Inn in Piddlehinton. (We like our food!) Thank you for a really wonderful stay.

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