Cottage in North Dorset District
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
This single-storey barn conversion is set round a grassed courtyard near Winterbourne Stickland, and sleeps six people in three bedrooms.
The Old Stables is a single-storey cottage in a lawned courtyard setting, a mile from Winterborne Stickland and four miles from Blandford Forum. The cottage has a king-size double with en-suite shower, two twin bedrooms and a bathroom. The open plan living area has a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner. Outside is ample off road parking, a private patio area, shared lawn and shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. The Old Stables is close to local walks, pretty villages and bustling market towns, as well as for exploring the Jurassic Coast and the rest of this lovely area.
Amenities: Electric heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent, additional logs available to purchase. Further fuel can be purchased from owner. Full bed linen, hand and bath towels for each bed space provided. Travel cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. EV charger available, please download the "Pod Point" app for EV charging and payments. Covered bike storage. Enclosed, private garden with lawned area, patio and picnic bench. Further larger shared front lawned area. Shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. Two well-behaved dogs welcome, please keep dogs on a lead at all times whist on the premises due to nearby livestock. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 5 miles, pub 1 mile. One low step to the bedroom/bathroom corridor. Wheelchair ramps available upon request. Note: Please use extensive footpath and farm tracks, and walk carefully avoiding crops. Note: property has small step to bedroom area, wheelchair ramps available on request.
Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset's Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.
Town: Winterborne Stickland is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering good walks and superb views. Take a visit to the market town of Dorchester, home of Thomas Hardy. Within an easy drive lies the Jurassic Coast with sandy beaches at Weymouth and Swanage and cliff top walks along the South West Coastal Path.
The Old Stables is a single-storey cottage in a lawned courtyard setting, a mile from Winterborne Stickland and four miles from Blandford Forum. The cottage has a king-size double with en-suite shower, two twin bedrooms and a bathroom. The open plan living area has a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner. Outside is ample off road parking, a private patio area, shared lawn and shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. The Old Stables is close to local walks, pretty villages and bustling market towns, as well as for exploring the Jurassic Coast and the rest of this lovely area.
Amenities: Electric heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent, additional logs available to purchase. Further fuel can be purchased from owner. Full bed linen, hand and bath towels for each bed space provided. Travel cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. EV charger available, please download the "Pod Point" app for EV charging and payments. Covered bike storage. Enclosed, private garden with lawned area, patio and picnic bench. Further larger shared front lawned area. Shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. Two well-behaved dogs welcome, please keep dogs on a lead at all times whist on the premises due to nearby livestock. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 5 miles, pub 1 mile. One low step to the bedroom/bathroom corridor. Wheelchair ramps available upon request. Note: Please use extensive footpath and farm tracks, and walk carefully avoiding crops. Note: property has small step to bedroom area, wheelchair ramps available on request.
Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset's Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.
Town: Winterborne Stickland is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering good walks and superb views. Take a visit to the market town of Dorchester, home of Thomas Hardy. Within an easy drive lies the Jurassic Coast with sandy beaches at Weymouth and Swanage and cliff top walks along the South West Coastal Path.
Amenities at THE OLD STABLES, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of North Dorset District
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsPerfect place for peace and quiet dog walks with 5-star accommodation, everything you need is provided. Highly recommended and will definitely return.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Beautiful house and locationVery well equipped and cleanCalm, tranquil settingHighly recommended
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2021
Amazing peace and quiet dog walks, 5* accommodation, everything you need is there waiting. Would highly recommend and definitely return .
10/10
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(2 Ratings)
Perfect place for peace and quiet dog walks with 5-star accommodation, everything you need is provided. Highly recommended and will definitely return.
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