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The Old Cart Shed

3.5 star property

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A coastal landscape with a curved bay, cliffs, and a beach.
A row of colorful beach huts with white doors and windows, a gravel path, and a grassy area beside a beach.
Cottage | Exterior
DVD player, foosball
Game room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Blandford Forum, England
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Blandford Forum

This cottage places you within a 15-minute drive of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Blandford Forum Town Museum. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 49 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 49 min drive - 29.0 miles
  • Durdle Door - 55 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • Sandbanks Beach - 58 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 23 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Reeve the Baker - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬18 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.

The Old Cart Shed

Guests staying at this cottage enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washing machine. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • Virtual front desk

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Old Cart Shed House Blandford Forum
Old Cart Shed Blandford Forum
The Old Cart Shed Cottage
The Old Cart Shed Blandford Forum
The Old Cart Shed Cottage Blandford Forum

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Blandford Forum, close to Blandford Forum Town Museum, Sturminster Newton Mill, and Ashley Wood Golf Club. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Cart Shed?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Cart Shed on Jul 18, 2026 start from $649, 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.

Is there parking available at The Old Cart Shed?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Old Cart Shed?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does The Old Cart Shed have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does The Old Cart Shed have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 23.2 mi away (51 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Old Cart Shed?

Yes, every cottage at The Old Cart Shed comes with a patio.