You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Garden
Free Wi-Fi
Living area
Explore the area
Child Okeford, near Blandford Forum
The Art Stable
Place, The Art Stable
8 min walk
Shillingstone Railway Project
Place, Shillingstone Railway Project
6 min drive
Poole Harbour
Place, Poole Harbour
49 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
57 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old Pump House - UK34451
A beautiful home in a peaceful village with local pubs and a small shop you can walk to, as well as a number of walking trails. It is ideal for guests looking to explore the outdoors.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview Smart TV Ensuite: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. External utility room with washing machine (shared with other properties on-site). Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Old Pump House (K34451) is on two floors; downstairs there is a kitchen/diner and a separate living room, as well as a utility room with a washing machine and a downstairs toilet. Upstairs there is a comfortable double bedroom with changing area and en-suite bathroom with a bath and a shower attachment.
The Willows (UK34000) is all on the ground floor and has two bedrooms suitable for four guests. There is a double and a twin bedroom, and a family bathroom with a bath and a shower cubicle. There is a bright open plan living space, and the kitchen is well-equipped.
The Firs (UK33999) is all on the ground floor and has a double bedroom and a shower room which makes it suitable for two guests.
The Oaks (UK33998) is all on the first floor and has a double bedroom. The kitchen, living dining area is open plan and feels bright and spacious and is well equipped with everything you will need to cook a meal to enjoy together.
Hambledon Cottage Holidays provides the perfect location to relax and explore the outdoors, they are ideally suited to couples or a small group of friends. These properties were renovated in 2021. Each of them has been finished to a high standard with your own garden area. Each property has its own designated parking spot and there is a shared laundry room with a washing machine.
The village of Child Okeford has two pubs, a farm shop and café, a post office, and a village shop for any essentials. The Iron Age hill fort of Hambledon Hill is well worth exploring, it is on the edge of Cranbourne Chase with far reaching views and an assortment of wild flowers. The Dorset Trailway is easily accessible and is suitable for walking and cycling and is part of the old Somerset and Dorset railway which used to link Bath and Bournemouth.
For days out in the nearby town of Blandford you can visit the Royal Signals Museum, The Blandford Fashion Museum or The Badger Brewery which offers tours, as well as a variety local shops, cafés and restaurants. There are several National Trust sites within easy reach, including Kingston Lacy House, Badbury Rings, Hod Hill, Hardy’s Cottage, Corfe Castle and the Cerne Abbas Giant. A short drive away you can explore the New Forest National Park, with its free roaming ponies, or visit Cranborne Chase with its beautiful and diverse landscape. You can head towards the seaside to visit the scenic Jurassic Coast and spend the day wandering the cliffs along Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove which offer spectacular views. Further afield, explore Shaftesbury, Salisbury, Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth and Dorchester. Beach 25 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.
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Property # 11103121
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Blandford Forum
Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. The Art Stable and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sturminster Newton Mill and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Blandford Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Shillingstone Railway Project - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Poole Harbour - 49 min drive - 43.0 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 59 min drive - 56.1 km
Stonehenge - 59 min drive - 65.5 km
Getting around
Gillingham Dorset Station - 24 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
White Hart Alehouse - 9 min drive
The White Horse - 11 min drive
Shillingstone Railway Project - 5 min drive
Cheese Fair - 9 min drive
Stur Of The Moment - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Old Pump House - UK34451 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Old Pump House - UK34451?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Old Pump House - UK34451?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Old Pump House - UK34451?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Old Pump House - UK34451 located?
Situated in Blandford Forum, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Art Stable and within 3 miles (5 km) of Shillingstone Railway Project and Dorset National Landscape. North Dorset Trailway is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
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