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Farmhouse Annexe For 2 People In A Peaceful Location In North Dorset

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Ridge Farm Annexe adjoins the main house,  set in it's own 3 acres of land
The annexe has it's own porched access from the outside.
Guests can access the patio and garden via the sitting roomFrench doors.
The sitting room is equipped with comfortable sofa and chair, TV and Wifi.
The sitting room is warm in the winter, cool in the summer
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Sturminster Newton, ENG
  • Popular LocationSherborne Castle21 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Tank Museum31 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurdle Door41 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Farmhouse Annexe For 2 People In A Peaceful Location In North Dorset

We provide comfortable, beautifully furnished accommodation for two people (perhaps accompanied by a baby or small child) in an idyllic setting in North Dorset, UK, within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast and many other places of interest in Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. These include the old market town of Sherborne (formerly the capital of Wessex), with its abbey and two castles, Athelhampton House near Dorchester, Stourhead Gardens, Longleat House and Safari Park, Montacute House, and the picturesque towns of Wells, Glastonbury and Bath, not forgetting, of course, West Bay near Bridport, home of the TV program Broadchurch.

We are close to a number of SSSIs, and our garden is visited by a variety of wildlife. Alner's Gorse, a local butterfly sanctuary is a short walk down a green lane. We also maintain a small flock of sheep and in the spring there may be lambs in our paddocks.

The accommodation we offer is located in an annexe that adjoins the main house. It has recently been refurbished throughout. Guests are welcome to bring a dog, as long it is well behaved (we have our own dog, cats and sheep).

Ridge Farm Annexe is often described by our guests as being 'like a home'. And that's exactly what it was for 25 years when Madeline's mother lived here. The Annexe was completely refurbished during 2014, with brand new bathroom fittings, new carpets and a redesigned kitchen. The accommodation consists of a sitting room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and hall.

The sitting room is equipped with a comfortable sofa and armchairs, and there is access to the patio outside through sliding French doors. A TV is provided, as is wireless high-speed fibre broadband (45-50 mbps), and there is also a selection of games and jigsaw puzzles -- and two bookcases full of books in the hall.

The bedroom is furnished with two comfortable 3' beds with pocket-sprung mattresses and duvets, 2 chairs, 2 bedside cabinets, each with a bedside light, a small chest of drawers, and a built in wardrobe with shelving. A cot for a baby or camp bed for a child can be provided.

The recently completely refurbished bathroom is equipped with a corner bath, walk-in shower, basin and toilet. There is a mirrored cabinet over the basin and a shaver point suitable for both 240v and 115v appliances.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a ceramic-topped, two-oven electric cooker, a microwave cooker, a fridge with a small freezer compartment and a washing machine (3kg wash). In the winter there is also a condenser tumble drier in the porch. Crockery and cutlery are supplied, together with cooking utensils and all other normal kitchen equipment. For dining there is a table and chairs. Towels and linen are provided. Meals are not provided, but a supply of basic provisions, including bread, butter, milk, coffee, tea, sugar, flour, salt and pepper, will await you on your arrival. If you would like us to, we can also supply additional provisions at cost (payment on arrival). Please order these at least 48 hours beforehand.

Access to the Annexe is via a private porch and you will be free to come and go as you wish. You will also be very welcome to make use of the patio and the rest of the garden.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A cot or small camp bed can be provided.

Events

No events allowed
Guests may not hold events at Ridge Farm

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Guest are welcome to bring up to two pets.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is not permitted indoors.
Check-in and checkout times may be flexible by prior arrangement if we do not have other guests leaving or arriving on arrival or departure days
The use of room fragrances other than those we provide is not permitted.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sturminster Newton

Located in Sturminster Newton, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Melbury Vale Winery and Ashley Wood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Yeovil Country Park. Badger Watch Dorset and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
Map
Sturminster Newton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Sherborne Castle - 21 min drive
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 31 min drive
  • The Tank Museum - 31 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 41 min drive
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Sherborne Station - 20 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Virginia Ash - 13 min drive
  • Cafe Spice - 11 min drive
  • The Swan Inn - 11 min drive
  • Old Ox Inn - 16 min drive
  • The Trooper Inn, Stourton Caundle - 10 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JILL J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful location
Lovely garden surrounded by countryside with lots of good walks and a very nice pub within easy walking distance. The annexe was extremely well equipped and comfortable and there was extensive information on local attractions. The owners Madelaine and Mark were very friendly and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed the time that we stayed there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 night away break
Delightfully quiet. Everything provided. Hosts were most helpul and attentive but in no way intrusive. This was home from home - but without the noise of traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Exactly as stated on advert. Mostly all we needed. Owners very welcoming. Just be aware that not all restaurants, pubs etc. are open on a Monday and Tuesday
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful relaxed location.
Nice annexe with relaxed property owners. Very well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect !
Booked this stay last minute around some walking and visiting and it honestly could not have been better. Our hosts were wonderful, warm and welcoming and on hand if we needed them. The property itself was perfect for us with everything we needed - and more we would never have thought of ! We already have plans to return to further explore this beautiful part of the world and will have no hesitation in booking again. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Your host

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Madeline and Mark have lived at Ridge Farm since 1980. Madeline trained as a cook and is a keen upholsterer. Mark is a former writer turned photographer, designer and IT consultant.

Why they chose this property

We bought Ridge Farm in 1980 almost entirely because of its peaceful location some distance from the nearest road. At the time the house was in a fairly dilapidated state, but over the years we have carried out repairs and made improvements and now we have no intention of ever moving out if we can possibly help it.

What makes this property unique

Its peaceful, rural setting.

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