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This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.

Cottage in Salisbury with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Dining

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms11 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ashmore, Shaftesbury, Dorset
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Stonehenge
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Salisbury

This cottage places you within a few miles (5 km) of Larmer Tree Gardens and Fontmell and Melbury Downs. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Forest National Park - 42 min drive - 24.0 miles
  • Stonehenge - 42 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 43 min drive - 28.5 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 44 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tisbury Station - 30 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The John Peel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Talbot Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪King John Pub, Tollard Royal - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪san tonino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.

Nestled in a secluded wooded valley on the edge of the pretty village of Ashmore, delightful Magna Cottage is full of charm, and an ideal cottage for those seeking peace and tranquillity.

The cottage has a cosy sitting room with inglenook fireplace, and invites you to relax and unwind in front of the open fire. The dining room is the perfect space in which to gather together enjoying a tasty meal, and the well-equipped kitchen ensures that meal preparation is easy. Four pretty bedrooms on the first floor include two double rooms, and two twin bedrooms; a family bathroom and separate ground floor shower room complete the accommodation at this delightful thatched holiday home.

Sitting within its own one-acre lawned garden, with orchard and beautiful mature trees, Magna Cottage is perfect for families, and the picnic table and benches are ideal for sharing alfresco meals and enjoying nature.

There is direct access to numerous footpaths and forest walks right from the cottage, and the beautiful Larmer Tree Gardens are close by. National Trust owned Win Green, Melbury and Fontmell Downs within easy reach, each affording exceptional views across the Cranborne Chase. Ideally situated for exploring the delights of both Dorset and Wiltshire, Magna Cottage enjoys a convenient location, with Shaftesbury, Tisbury, Blandford and Salisbury all just a pleasant drive away.

Additional Information:
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). There is secure fencing around the property.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Sorry, no barbecues due to thatched roof.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

653650

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Salisbury, close to Larmer Tree Gardens, Gold Hill Museum, and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Fontmell and Melbury Downs is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase. a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 25.4 mi away (57 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase.?

Yes, every accommodation at This beautiful 300-year-old detached thatched cottage nestled within the stunning Cranborne Chase. comes with a deck.

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