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Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub.

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A traditional stone building with a thatched roof, surrounded by greenery and other stone buildings.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dining table set for four with plates, glasses, and a vase of flowers.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by leather chairs. A fireplace is visible in the background, and a television is mounted on the wall.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard and footboard, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, a deck with chairs, and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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West Stour Gillingham, Dorset, ENG
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪16 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Cloakroom

Toilet

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

Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub.

Melbury chalet is a Scandinavian style timber framed chalet.set in the grounds of a working dairy farm surrounded by Blue Spruce trees. Melbury has it's own six seater hot tub on the veranda with a wooden gazebo and trellis for all year usage.

Within the grounds of Melbury are three other chalets. Duncliffe, Hardy and Wessex. All sleeping six with their own parking and surrounded by Blue Spruce Fir trees.
Our games room is available for our guests.. It consists of a table tennis table, Table football, large connect 4 and air hockey. For the little ones they can play on the car mat with a selection of cars.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
An additional £25 for extra cleaning may be requested if the chalet is not left as found
You are requested to be respectful of neighbouring guests and keep noise to a minimum. The hot tub may be used until 10.00 pm
The Games room is shared by all the chalets and must be vacated by 9.00pm. Children can only use if accompanied by an adult.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10666980
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gillingham

Located in Gillingham, this chalet is in a rural area and on a river. King Alfred's Statue and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Melbury Vale Winery and Rushmore Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Gartell Light Railway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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West Stour Gillingham, Dorset, ENG

What's nearby

  • Castle Hill Viewpoint - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Gartell Light Railway - 14 min drive - 12.1 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.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunters Lodge Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wagtail - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The White Lion Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Benjis Kebab - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Melbury Chalet, a Scandinavian style chalet with own hot tub. located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Riversmeet Leisure Centre, Gartell Light Railway, and Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Gold Hill Museum and King Alfred's Statue are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great accommodation

High quality accommodation in a central location. Lodge was spotless and very well equipped with some welcome extras. Owner Christina was very friendly and helpful in an unobtrusive way.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very spatious house, very comfortable and very well equipped. Christine is a very friendly host en provides all possible support to make you comfortable and enjoy your holidays
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you Gerben for your 5* review and comments. It was a pleasure to meet you both. You were such a lovely couple and thank you for leaving the chalet so immaculate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Property was immaculate and a great place to get away, especially when the sun shines. Christina was a perfect host, there if needed but let us get on otherwise.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Accommodation

The chalet is lovely, spacious and very well equipped, the beds were comfy and the view from the veranda was scenic. The hot tub was superb, it was checked on a daily basis by our host Christina who was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. We enjoyed a day in the games room as well as exploring Dorset. The chalet is within easy reach of the coast for a day trip and there are many lovely villages and towns, closer by. We all had a great holiday and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blissful, beautiful location.

We had a lovely weekend the hot tub is wonderful and the chalet perfect. Thank you Christina for all your hard work to make us so welcome. We will be back !!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet, clean and comfortable

This property is everything you could hope for. It was clean, the beds were comfortable, the area is quiet and you can see lovely sunsets over the farm from the comfort of the hot tub. Only issue is it is in the middle of nowhere with some single lane roads to travel down to go anywhere, but that does not detract from the property, just something to be aware of if not comfortable driving those types of roads. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Countryside Getaway

Beautifully presented, clean property with everything you could want in terms of equipment both in the kitchen & throughout the property, making this a very comfortable and enjoyable getaway. It's location was an ideal central location for exploring both parts of Dorset & Somerset. We even got to meet the farm's calves. Communication with the hosts could not have been easier. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent hosts with an amazing location

Property was very spacious and clean. Three good size doubles all with en-suites. Very friendly host. Had opportunity to meet their cows. Very clean working farm with no smell or noise. Working farm with fresh eggs on hand amongst other items. Property perfectly situated for day trips to Shaftesbury etc. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Rental A++++

Absolutely perfect accommodation. Very clean and had everything you would need. Hot tub was treated every day and everything so clean. Garden was amazing. Thanks for making our holiday so great !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2021
That review tops all reviews, thank you. I am so pleased Melbury chalet was the perfect accommodation for you and your family. Maybe we will see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Clean, immaculate garden and setting. Great to have large open space for kids to play in and see the cows. Good base to explore Dorset.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2021
Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in Melbury chalet. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very pleasant chalet

The chalet was very well presented and had everything that we needed in order to enjoy our stay. The host and her family were very friendly, and the kids enjoyed seeing the calves and meeting other children from the adjacent chalets. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2021
Thank you for your review. I'm pleased you enjoyed your week. We hope you will visit us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely location and stay

Well presented with everything you could ever need for a great stay in the countryside! We had a great time, loads of space for everyone to relax and the outside space with hot tub was ideal for a glass or two of bubbly whilst taking in the views.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you for your 5* review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your New Year stay in Melbury chalet. If ever you need accommodation in North Dorset again do look us up. Christina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

Absolutely brilliant! Our whole party really enjoyed staying in the chalet, it has everything that you need. The owners made our stay even better by allowing us to help feed their cows and milk their calves! The hot tub was the highlight and was covered by a canopy. We were lucky to have had great weather but if you are not so lucky it would still be usable. The local pub (the ship inn), serves great food and drink and has a lovely garden, be prepared to walk though as there are no taxis/or buses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Dear Janine Thank you for posting a review and for your lovely comments. We strive to make everyone's stay memorable and we hope you will return one day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing house

The house was beautiful and was very clean. The hot tub was great and the host was very helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you Tia. I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and the birthday surprise went as planned. Thank you for leaving the chalet so clean and tidy. Maybe I will see you again in the future. Best Wishes Christina Trim
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic accommodation and location

We only had a weekend stay but we would definitely be keen for another trip. The Chalet has everything you need, very well equipped and clean. The main open plan area is great to entertain for anything from a major feast to board games or just sitting back to read a book. The local "Udder farm shop" is just 6mins down the road and has everything from fresh strawberry and cream scones with tea to a huge variety of foods and other local fresh produces (great butchery selection as well) And if you are in a pinch there is a Tesco 10mins away that's open till midnight (apart from Sundays). The hosts are very friendly and accommodating and went out of their way to make our stay very enjoyable. 5 stars! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful setting

We had a lovely time. Property is 5 star quality. Games room is great. Plenty for the children to do even when the weather is bad. Could not fault it. Our thanks to Christina, for a lovely stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely chalet in beautiful location

Just returned from a weekend in the Melbury Chalet. Chalet was pristine and well equipped, hot tub was lovely!! Highlight of the weekend was going to see the cows being milked. Will be coming back for sure! Thank you Christina
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope you had a good meal at 'The Ship Inn'. It will be a pleasure to welcome you and your friends again.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful accommodation in fantastic location with helpful owners

Perfect New Year break for three thirty-something couples. The hot tub was lovely, the fields were fantastic. The owner even let us feed the calves! Well equipped and thoughtful accommodation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm so glad you enjoyed your New Year's break. It was lovely to meet you all and I hope you will visit us again in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The perfect break.

Chris and Martin are the perfect host and the lodges are the best we have stayed in. Very clean and they have everything you could ever need, even a washing machine. The farm was fabulous for the kids and they loved seeing he calves being born(even Wayne enjoyed getting stuck in delivering some calves) The kids (and me and my wife) loved seeing the cows being milked and it was great that Martin asked our kids if they would like to feed the calves their milk. The lodges are an ideal base to just stay and relax or if you want to see the sites like monkey world and the tank museum etc they are not to far away. The local pub offers great food and the staff are all very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be looking into going back as soon as we can and would recommend these holiday lodges to any one.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you for your lovely comments. I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay in Melbury chalet. I look forward to welcoming you back again.
Archival

8/10 Good

very nice but not perfect

The lodge was very nice but I would have liked a zip and link bed for the master bedroom, also the shower cubicles were a bit on the small side. The owner is very nice and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you for your comment. We appreciate the double beds are of a standard size but we will be looking to upgrade to a king size in the master bedroom that will match the other beds in the chalet. Unfortunately we are unable to provide larger showers in the upstairs bathrooms as the ceilings slope, restricting the size of the shower cubicles.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Would definitely recommend this property.

This rental property was delightful. Set on the top of a hill with wonderful views, it was a clean, well furnished and very comfortable home to stay in. Ten minutes from Shaftesbury and within easy traveling distance to Salisbury, Sherborne, and many National Trust properties. A great opportunity to spend time in one of the most historic and beautiful areas of England. Christine and Martin were very welcoming and helpful. Would not hesitate to rent this property again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2020
Thank you for your lovely comments. It is always satisfying to know my guests have enjoyed their stay. If you ever wish to stay in Dorset again do look us up.

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Christina Trim

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Melbury chalet at Stour Cross Farm is situated on a working dairy farm. We milk approx 180 black and white Friesian Holstein cows twice daily. During the summer months most of the calves are born of which a third are Friesian. These are hand reared by myself and often get spoilt with affection. They become very friendly and don't mind being groomed or cuddled. This seems to set them up right when they join the herd. The cows are housed in a barn over the winter and turned out to grass in spring until November. Melbury looks out on to some of the fields and guests are delighted when they wake up in the mornings, pull back the curtains and see all the girls grazing. Some guests have never seen cows before let alone stand within 2 ft of them. Don't worry, there is a fence and although they are very inquisitive they are quite harmless.
We are happy for any visitors to watch the milking in the afternoons. It is a fascinating process to watch.

Why they chose this property

North Dorset Location: Melbury chalet at Stour Cross Farm sits on top of a hill just outside West Stour village.
The village itself is very friendly and hosts many fun fund raising events. The local free house pub boasts excellent cuisine and fine ales.
Melbury chalet is centrally placed for many attractions which can be reached easily by car.

What makes this property unique

Melbury has a contempary style interior with all the mod cons and en-suite facilities. There are some fantastic views at different angles and being on top of a hill overlook some of Thomas Hardy's Blackmore Vale.
Melbury chalet is unique in that it has it's own six seater hydrotherapy hot tub on the veranda and is popular in the evenings after a busy day sightseeing.

Melbury chalet is situated on the borders of Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire and allow easy access to many attractions.

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