Located in Blandford Forum, this cottage is in a rural area. Dorset National Landscape and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blandford Leisure Centre and Skirmish Dorset. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Badger Watch Dorset are also worth visiting.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
The Greyhound Inn - 15 min drive
The Fox Inn - 15 min drive
The Happy Farmer Cafe - 16 min drive
Reeve the Baker - 13 min drive
The Cricketers - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton?
As of 28 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton on 10 Mar, 2027 start from S$1,225, 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 The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dorset National Landscape, Blandford Forum Town Museum and Blandford Leisure Centre. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Shillingstone Railway Project are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A great stay, lovely cottage, just what we were looking for.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jo
29 Mar, 2026
Beautiful cottage in a peaceful location
Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location. Lots of thoughtful details throughout. Had a great short break.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
LIES
10 Sept, 2026
Lovely stay at the Dorset countryside!
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautifully renovated cottage! The location is ideal for exploring everything Dorset has to offer. All the rooms are very cosy, the beds are very comfortable, and there are plenty of lovely sitting areas throughout the large garden. The kitchen is also very well equipped, which makes it easy to cook a meal now and then.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend this cottage!
Two small things to mention: two of the three lights in the upstairs bathroom were not working during our stay. Also, the water in the shower did not drain properly, so it would be worth checking the drain.
These are only minor points, but we wanted to mention them in case they can be fixed for future guests.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your review. Its great to hear that you had such a wonderful and cosy stay. Thank you also for your feedback. This has been reported and is being addressed today. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David
23 Feb, 2026
Quaint cottage in a pretty little hamlet
Large holiday home having extensive grounds with all modern amenities available.
The internet connection was extremely unstable. Obviously being located in the countryside there are restrictions on signal strength, but wifi range extenders in the rooms would certainly help.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
Thank you David. We are pleased that you found the property to have everything you needed for a comfortable stay. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Jan, 2025
Idyllic location, cosy cottage and we didn't want to leave.
Idyllic location, cosy cottage and we didn't want to leave.
The Thatch had everything we needed. Lovely to come 'home' to after exploring for the day to play games by the log burner. Comfy beds, all very clean, gorgeous kitchen.
It was an easy drive to Lulworth Cove and the rest of the stunning coast line. We will definitely be coming back.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2025
Hello, we are so pleased to hear that The Thatch at Winterborne Houghton was everything that you needed. Thankyou so much for your exceptionally positive review!