Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards
One of three unique, detached eco retreats, Fern and its neighbours Bracken and Bramble have been constructed in 2020 to the highest standards and enjoy far-reaching views and a decadent wood fired hot tub.
This detached, three bedroom property has been beautifully and thoughtfully designed with everything you could wish for to enjoy an escape to North Dorset's rural splendour. Situated on a working farm, Fern boasts extensive views of Bulbarrow and The Blackmore Vale and enjoys peace and quiet all around.
Inside Fern, the single-storey, open-plan accommodation is light and spacious with cosy under-floor heating throughout, provided by an eco-friendly ground source heat pump. Cook up a delicious meal made with fresh, local ingredients in the modern and well-equipped kitchen, and then snuggle up around the wood burning stove. Open the bi-folding doors and relax in your very own wood fired hot tub. Outside, along with the hot tub is the terrace and garden where you can soak up the sunshine and take in those wonderful views.
Sleeping up to six guests in three bedrooms (two with king-size beds and a third with twin single beds), each with their own en-suite shower room, Fern is an ideal choice for a wonderful Dorset break with family or friends.
All Ground Floor Accommodation with underfloor heating throughout: Open-plan kitchen, sitting room and dining room Kitchen area With electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Utility room With washing machine. Sitting room area With a wood burning stove, generous comfortable seating, television with Netflix and bi-fold doors to terrace. Dining room area With seating for six guests. Bedroom one With a king-size bed. En-suite shower room With shower, wash basin and WC. Bedroom two With a king-size bed. En-suite shower room With shower, wash basin and WC. Bedroom three With twin single 3' beds. En-suite shower room With shower, 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 charcoal barbecue with an initial supply of a small charcoal pack is provided Parking for up to three 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 around 3 minutes by car. Fern's neighbours Bracken (sleeps six guests) and Bramble (sleeps four 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 during the summer months. 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 at this property is strictly 4pm.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About the area
Dorchester
Dorchester is home to this apartment. Shillingstone Railway Project and Cerne Abbas Giant are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Badger Watch Dorset and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching.
Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lulworth Cove - 43 min drive - 38.6 km
Poole Harbour - 45 min drive - 41.8 km
Bournemouth Beach - 52 min drive - 48.2 km
Durdle Door - 54 min drive - 40.6 km
Getting around
Dorchester South Station - 28 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Thimble Inn - 22 min drive
Blue Vinny - 21 min drive
The Martyrs Inn - 26 min drive
The Fox Inn - 13 min walk
The New Inn - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards on 20 Apr, 2026 start from S$390, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fern is a unique eco retreat constructed to the highest standards 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
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an excellent time at the ecolodge. It was clean and tidy, the owners were very helpful when we had queries and the location was fantastic, the views were amazing. This was all whilst we had the awful May weather, and we still had a great time - really shows how great a spot it is.
Timothy A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
john p.
27 Sept, 2023
Tranquil and relaxing
Lovely lodge with excellent views. Lodge was spotless, well equipped and comfortable.
The Fox is an easy walk and does great food.
Weather wasn't great but the lodge didn't disappoint with huge patio doors which provided a great view of the rain rolling in
Amazing accommodation with a very well equipped kitchen. Hot tub was lovely but need to light early. Views were amazing and cows in the field was lovely, even saw a couple of hares and frogs
From the moment you walk in the door this place blows you away, from the amazing views to the very generous welcome pack of local groceries. We had a perfect Easter weekend, walked to the Fox Inn pub on the Saturday across fields, all really lovely.
Barely any noise from the farm, we had a very peaceful time and will be back! Thank you so much!
melissa stewart
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janice
24 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A well tended property with excellent facilities and comfort. The owners should and do deserve highest merit for their hard work. Thank you.
Janice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Sept, 2023
Fabulous lodge
This is certainly a year round holiday destination. Beautiful views, cosy lodge. I only gave 3 for comfort because my old bones couldn’t get comfortable on the settees (assuming I could get to them, the children spent a lot of down time on them), a minor matter for the young! Lovely hosts who clearly adore the area and views despite having farmed there for a long time. It would be an amazing place to be snowed in! Great for family reunions if renting all three lodges together.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
9 Nov, 2023
Amazing Views
Getting to the lodge was a little heart pounding, as it is down loads of very narrow single lane roads. So if you come across traffic it can be a tight squeeze into the bushes/passing points. The location is lovely with amazing views when you get there. I have 2 teenagers, so they got a room each. They loved having their own bathroom and chill out space. The beds were really comfy, with clean towels and bedding. The open plan kitchen/dinner/lounge are is a vast space. The kitchen is lovely with everything you need to get going. The oven was a challenge though to work out, even when we did find the guide book, but we got there in the end. The downside for us were mostly the sofas. You have one large marsh mallow feather soft one, where the cushions continually kept needing to be moved back or the 2 side small seats which were the most uncomfortable creations ever. I think wooden benches would have been more comfy. The other issue for us was the hot-tub I am afraid. We followed the instructions but only got it going one night to bath temperature. After that we just could not get it hot and my other half gave in, I felt bad as thought this would be a novel idea when booking.
In all, a lovely break for a few days. It was very relaxing hearing the rain on the roof. However, we would not go back again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 Aug, 2022
Modern eco-lodge with beautiful views
Fern and it’s neighbouring eco-lodges have been beautifully designed by the owners – they are spacious, pretty, wonderfully clean and kitted out with the highest-quality fittings. The kitchen fittings in particular are great, as are the wood-burning stove and hot tub! Fern does need a couple of new frying pans – at present there is only one, the Teflon coating of which flakes off into your food.
The pictures on the Dorset Hideaways website don’t do justice to the beauty of the views and the surrounding area. Both the garden and house have amazing, completely unobstructed views for miles and miles over the Blackmore Vale, and the garden faces west so the sunsets are just spectacular.
The only real drawback is that because the property is on farm land, the house gets quite a lot of flies. The owners have provided a swat in the house, though this is still a fairly unpleasant solution.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
7 Jan, 2022
A Wonderful Break in a Glorious Setting
We booked Fern for a family weekend celebration and were delighted with the accommodation. We were a party of 5. It was immaculate and very well furnished. The location was stunning and we had a mixture of rain, sun, and snow all in one weekend. The beds were very comfortable and it was lovely each bedroom having an en-suite bathroom. We didn't manage to try the hot tub unfortunately but we had enough logs to keep the wood burner going most of the weekend. We would definitely want to come back.
Karen M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
14 Oct, 2021
Stunning location, fantastic property
Fern cottage is in a stunning location with views across the Dorset countryside. A fantastic property providing all you need for a relaxing break.
Julie L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
25 Sept, 2021
We want to stay here every year for forever
Such a special place. It's calming, relaxing and a stunning location. I can't speak highly enough of it.
Katie S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
22 Sept, 2021
Great quiet location
Quiet and peaceful location.
Mixed info regarding the logs/kindling, some of the info reads: that they're provided and to help yourself.
Some info reads: you have to provide your own and the local shop sells them, yes they do, but VERY expensive!!
In my opinion, I think the lodge could've been cleaned (prior to our arrival) to a higher standard, the windows were dirty and the hot tub hadn't been cleaned.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Sept, 2021
Outstanding
The views were stunning, the lodge beautifully furnished and everything was clean. Great to get good quality clean crockery , pans, cutlery etc. Really handy that there was a washing machine.
Hot tub was brilliant once we got the hang of it, and between that the BBQ and views we didn’t want to leave! Loved the little touches like the Dorset based welcome goods, the volume of wood and charcoal provided and cleaning things. Near enough to the coast and lots to do in the area. We wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thank you
From a partner site
8/10 Good
13 Aug, 2021
Fern Eco Lodge
Terrific stay, great location (30 minutes drive to all local sightseeing areas and beaches) with a lovely pub and shop in the village.
Lodge is great, wonderful views and very comfortable - just need some fly screens for the bifolding doors, when the cows are near it’s pretty bad!
Otherwise highly recommended and we would come back for certain.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Jul, 2021
Incredible views, owners very lovely and very welcoming, 100% go back, loved the hot tub
This was a fabulous stay, us girls turned 30 during lockdown and we really wanted to celebrate over a week, great value for money.
Arranged for a private chef on the Saturday night and was perfect.
The views are amazing, the hot tub is great (just be prepared to wait 4 hour plus for it to warm up, make sure you have enough logs etc.
The local pub does AMAZING food
Lovely local walks
Definitely take a trip to Durdle door and swim through it, and walk around Lulworth Cove.
The Langham vineyard is also great - definitely worth a visit.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Jun, 2021
Peaceful break with family
The lodge was wonderful, everything you could need was available. Views were stunning as were the wildflower hedges. We enjoyed our family stay here
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Jun, 2021
Excellent accommodation
Excellent accommodation, with wonderful views, very child friendly with lots of space inside and out . Highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
21 Apr, 2021
Amazing, luxurious, remote retreat
Amazing place, of the highest standard.
Scenery and views breathtaking.
Just be aware it is on a fabulous farm, but quite remote and a 20 minute drive to the nearest shop, 7 minute drive to nearest pub.
Facilities 5 star.
I would say suitable for families, couples, elderly.
Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
F M.
2 Mar, 2026
F M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elliott
10 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Elliott
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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