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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 143476.7 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

West Moors, ENG
- Place, The Dog Park4 min drive
- Place, Motorsport Simulation Group6 min drive
- Place, Moors Valley Country Park7 min drive
- Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 7
1 King Bed
Bedroom 8
2 Single Beds
6 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Galtons Cottage Dorset Thatched Cottage
Galtons Cottage is a beautiful thatched cottage close to all amenities in the village of West Moors in Dorset. Close to wonderful country side and main roads to London, and yet secluded. This charming cottage has 6 bedrooms + glamping pod and 6 bathrooms. Sleeps up to 16, 14 in the house and an extra 2 in the pod which you can hire for an extra 15% of the rental. There is a charming secure courtyard off the kitchen dining area with garden seating for 16, with hot tub, glamping pod, children's play frame and trampoline.
This 200 year old picturesque cottage has a bright airy extension for the kitchen and dining area with underfloor heating and a smart well equipped kitchen but also full of charm for the rest of the cottage, with beams, inglenook fireplace and wood stove. Off the sitting room is a charming snug with bar and games area.
There are lovely gardens to front and rear with a childrens play frame and trampoline, hot tub and secure patio area to the rear. EV charging is available please enquire for details.
Games Barn with table tennis, pool, table football, darts and table hockey,
There is off road parking for 4 + cars with good road links and public transport nearby.
A wonderful Welcome pack is provided including a bottle of Prosecco, New Forest Spring Water locally produced Tutti Fruity Jam, Biscuits, Milk, Tea & Coffee*. Also a discount Go New Forest card to be used locally which can provide discounts when used with participating businesses.
* Contents may vary.
Additional facilities available
Hot tub a 4 person hot tub is available on request at a cost of £325 for a weekend and £400 for the week.
Additional Accommodation in the Galtons Cottage Glamping Pod that sleeps 2 either in 1 king size or 2 singles available at 15% of rental.
Additional accommodation in ‘Jessica’ our vintage VW Bay campervan, T2 1600 manual which sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children under 12 (only available in the warmer months).
First basket of logs free then £7.50 a bag thereafter.
Facilities and Services: Gas fired central heating and electricity included. Travel cot, 2 high chairs, stairgates (but please bring own cot bedding), dogs welcome, fully enclosed garden with patio and barbecue area. Bookings are Friday to Friday for 7 night stays, Friday to Monday for weekend stays, and Monday to Friday for mid-week stays.
There is a £500 refundable security deposit to ensure against damage, £56 Cleaning fee. Pets are charged at £40 each
Towels and bed linen included
Charcoal barbecue available, please bring your own coals
Logs available to buy at £7.50 per bag in advance
14 + 2 beds
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
This 200 year old picturesque cottage has a bright airy extension for the kitchen and dining area with underfloor heating and a smart well equipped kitchen but also full of charm for the rest of the cottage, with beams, inglenook fireplace and wood stove. Off the sitting room is a charming snug with bar and games area.
There are lovely gardens to front and rear with a childrens play frame and trampoline, hot tub and secure patio area to the rear. EV charging is available please enquire for details.
Games Barn with table tennis, pool, table football, darts and table hockey,
There is off road parking for 4 + cars with good road links and public transport nearby.
A wonderful Welcome pack is provided including a bottle of Prosecco, New Forest Spring Water locally produced Tutti Fruity Jam, Biscuits, Milk, Tea & Coffee*. Also a discount Go New Forest card to be used locally which can provide discounts when used with participating businesses.
* Contents may vary.
Additional facilities available
Hot tub a 4 person hot tub is available on request at a cost of £325 for a weekend and £400 for the week.
Additional Accommodation in the Galtons Cottage Glamping Pod that sleeps 2 either in 1 king size or 2 singles available at 15% of rental.
Additional accommodation in ‘Jessica’ our vintage VW Bay campervan, T2 1600 manual which sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children under 12 (only available in the warmer months).
First basket of logs free then £7.50 a bag thereafter.
Facilities and Services: Gas fired central heating and electricity included. Travel cot, 2 high chairs, stairgates (but please bring own cot bedding), dogs welcome, fully enclosed garden with patio and barbecue area. Bookings are Friday to Friday for 7 night stays, Friday to Monday for weekend stays, and Monday to Friday for mid-week stays.
There is a £500 refundable security deposit to ensure against damage, £56 Cleaning fee. Pets are charged at £40 each
Towels and bed linen included
Charcoal barbecue available, please bring your own coals
Logs available to buy at £7.50 per bag in advance
14 + 2 beds
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Under request
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Ferndown
Ferndown is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour.
Travelling with kids? Consider Motorsport Simulation Group, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium.

West Moors, ENG
What's nearby
- The Dog Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Motorsport Simulation Group - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Avon Heath Country Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
- Moors Valley Country Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Wimborne Minster - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pure Drop - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Tap & Railway - 2 min walk
- Greggs - 4 min drive
- The Three Legged Cross - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
30 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa J.
12 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to celebrate with family
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janice B.
19 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janice B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Dave H.
5 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Dave H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diana B.
19 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Diana B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Lindsay M.
17 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
50th Celebrations
Lindsay M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alyson G.
27 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Alyson G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah S.
1 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage Stay
Sarah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Sarah Y.
11 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious house
Sarah Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
paul g.
11 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday/retirement get together
paul g.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda D.
1 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful.
Linda D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Helen C.
20 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay - Thank you
Helen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Patricia H.
5 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super family holiday home
Patricia H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle F.
28 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful time
Michelle F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
dawn N.
5 Jan, 2026
dawn N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley C.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Richard Oliver
Languages:
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