Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location

Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location

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The front northern aspect of the house looking up through the avenue of trees.
Back of the House - large safely fenced garden
The Sea Room overlooking the back garden
The Red Room overlooking the front garden
The Green Twin Room overlooking the front garden

Overview of Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location

10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Tincleton, Dorset
  • Popular LocationSculpture by the Lakes4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHardy's Cottage8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTutankhamun: The Exhibition9 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 Blue Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Sea Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Red Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 Green Twin Room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5 Rose Room

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6 Pink Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7 Purple Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location

Our warm, beautiful Listed Grade 2 traditional Dorset farmhouse, with wood panelled hall and massive newly-restored chimneys, comfortably sleeps 14, and is set in large grounds, part of a 700 acre estate, perfectly secluded and surrounded by rolling countryside. Located in the heart of Hardy Country and 20 minutes from the sea, it's the perfect location for a fabulous family holiday, or groups planning a restful get-together. Dogs are welcome and we are well-equipped for babies and toddlers.
England's first natural World Heritage Site; The Jurassic Coast, is only 20 minutes away, Lulworth Cove, Monkey World and the Tank Museum nearby are very popular. Enjoy BBQ and cream-teas in the garden or hire a private chef to cook for you in our large country-style kitchen, complete with Aga. Play croquet, giant pik-a-stix and Twister on the lawn with your family, or enjoy a spot of lawn cricket, or rounders, with the games kit from our large outdoor toy chest. We also have a football goal net - please bring your own favourite ball. With a huge library of reference books and contemporary fiction, wifi, DVD collection, junior snooker table and loads of board games, you'll be spoilt for choice for indoor activities. Choose something from our pile of sheet music and have a go on the piano and recorder! On chilly nights light the wood-burners in the three reception rooms, and snuggle down into our comfy, cosy sofas. We are a short walk from Puddletown Forest, great for mountain biking, hiking and bird watching; see if you can hear the ravens! A network of footpaths lead from the house, one through to the Blue Vinney pub in Puddletown where you can enjoy really great food, and maybe pick up the Sunday papers from our excellent village shop. Our south-facing terrace with climbing wisteria and grape vine is lovely for al fresco meals. The brick-built barbecue can cater easily for 14. There is a library/TV room, elegant sitting room, dining room with wood burner and banqueting table for 14, huge flagged-floor kitchen with walk-in larder, Aga, American fridge freezer with ice cube dispenser, and an additional fridge and freezer in the pantry. 5 large double bedrooms (two of which are Laura Ashley designed), (one with an additional single bed), one large twin, plus one small but sweet single, with amazing views. We use high quality hotel-style large white bath towels & bed linens throughout. Two large bathrooms both with walk-in showers as well as bath, and a downstairs loo.
Loads of parking and extensive lawns front and back for outdoor activities, the very private back lawn enclosed for safe play and sunbathing. Restored Shepherds' Hut for children to play or for adults to have a quiet drink.

Property manager

Caroline Peters, Georgia Tolley, Katy Peters

Languages

English, French, German
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children only to have food/drink in kitchen pls

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Birthdays, etc. - residents only please

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 good dogs welcome. Not upstairs/on furniture pls

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only please, removing all butts.
Please do not camp/sleep/light fires in the shepherd's hut or grounds. No candles, either, in the house or shepherd's hut, please.
Stag parties and hen parties are not allowed. Please ensure house is securely locked up whenever you go out.
Please do not use Blu-tac or sellotape on the walls or doors.

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: Birthdays, etc. - residents only please
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this farm stay is in a rural area and near theme parks. Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope and Sandworld are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Skirmish Dorset, or check out an event or a game at The Avenue Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Sculpture by the Lakes - 4 min drive
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 7 min drive
  • Hardy's Cottage - 8 min drive
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 9 min drive
  • Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Dorchester Moreton Station - 9 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blue Vinny - 7 min drive
  • Trumpet Major - 9 min drive
  • Frampton Arms - 7 min drive
  • The Bakers Arms - 9 min drive
  • Costa Coffee - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location pet-friendly?

Yes, Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location located?

This family-friendly Dorchester farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sculpture by the Lakes and Hardy's Cottage. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Borough Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Great place for a family group
Ilsington Farmhouse is a lovely old place, plenty of room and well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay for my wife's birthday, and it was great to have the whole family under one roof. I only found out late on that there are only 2 bathrooms for the 7 bedrooms, but it wasnt a problem for us. A very rural location as you'd expect, but easy to find with the directions supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Excellent and very comfortable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Typical farmhouse perfect for a family get together. Plenty of space for kids to run around outside. ( Some building work going on behind)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely 3 night family stay
We had a lovely 3 night family stay in April. There were 13 off us in total, and plenty of room for everyone. It felt really homey, the kitchen was lovely and warm with a large table everyone could eat at. The gardens are big, which was great for the kids to run around and play football/ cricket etc. On a rainy day the kids enjoyed playing hide and seek round the house. The house decor and furnishings are not pristine but we quite liked that, and thought it added to its charm. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Easter get together
We pick somewhere different to go every Easter. This was our choice this year. We like lots of outdoor space nice walks plenty of room to spread around in the house. This property gave us all these things. As well as having Alex come and cook our dinner for us which was a nice treat. He did exactly what he said he would do arrived cook the dinner no fuss .Thanks for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Peters, Georgia Tolley, Katy Peters

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My name is Caroline and I own the Farmhouse along with my two grown-up daughters. I have three grandsons and a new grandaughter. We have lived in the house since 1990 but it has been in my family since 1862. It is part of a small estate, including the farm and woods.
I have downsized to a smaller house less than a mile away, and enjoy welcoming guests to the house which still has all our family furniture and portraits and plenty of books, toys and games. I always personally supervise the changeovers and meet the guests if they wish.
We love the house to bits and our visitors seem to, as well, especially multi-generational family groups.

Why they chose this property

We inherited this house and realise how lucky we are! In the family since 1862, and mentioned in Thomas Hardy's novels, we did it up in 1990 and have added further improvements as we brought up our daughters here. It's a Grade II listed building, and a specialist stonemason recently finished rebuilding the eight nine-foot high chimneys! These serve the Aga and three wood burners, so with the central heating, it's always warm and cosy.
We have invested in pristine white hotel linens and towels, and have a decorating programme to keep the house fresh. The house has a lovely peaceful feel, set apart in rolling countryside, but not isolated. Do look at our reviews to see how comfortable people feel here.

What makes this property unique

Steeped in history with many original features, set in its own grounds, this house has a lovely 'feel' - many of our guests have said what a great atmosphere it has, and how comfortable it is, and we get lots of repeat bookings! Very quietly located, off the road, but with 3 cottages not too far away so one does not feel isolated. Long views in all directions, and a footpath from the front gate into the unspoilt Dorset countryside.
We are only about 20 minutes from Ringstead Beach, but in poor weather there is so much else to do within 4 or 5 miles of the house, famously Monkey World, the Tank Museum, Kingston Maurward animal park, Hardy's Cottage, Lawrence of Arabia's house, and several attractions in Dorchester.

Languages:

English, French, German
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