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Bakers Cottage - Shaftesbury, Dorset

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A cobblestone street in a historic village with stone buildings, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A room with a wooden wardrobe, a wicker basket with towels, a window with a view of buildings, and a vase with flowers.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a staircase.
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, croissants, and a jar of jam.
A room with a large mirror, a window with a view of buildings, a vase with flowers, and a basket with towels.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Shaftesbury, Dorset
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shaftesbury

This cottage places you within a 5-minute walk of Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Gold Hill Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shaftesbury Arts Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle Hill Viewpoint - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 9 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The John Peel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Kaffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬6 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.

Bakers Cottage - Shaftesbury, Dorset

Discover the charm of Bakers Cottage, a stylish and cosy hideaway in the heart of popular Shaftesbury. Perfect for small families, couples or a single stay, this pretty and delightful cottage comfortably accommodates up to three guests. The carefully styled accommodation features a restful king-sized bedroom and a separate pretty single bedroom also, with the third bedroom presented as a fully-furnished dressing room, which can also be used as a peaceful study or reading space.

This special cottage boasts an inviting open-plan kitchen and dining area, ideal for preparing meals and enjoying family time. The attractive and cosy living room features a choice of comfortable seating and a smart TV, perfect for unwinding and relaxing together, after a day of exploring the area. A ground floor cloak room, and well-appointed first floor family shower room provide added convenience for your stay.

Bakers Cottage is ideally situated for exploring all the delights that Shaftesbury has to offer. Just a short stroll from the cottage, you will find the iconic Gold Hill, and Abbey Walk, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Gardens is also within walking distance, where you can immerse yourself in the town's rich history. For shopping and dining, the High Street is only two-minutes away, with charming cafés, independent shops, pubs and local restaurants, and the town has an arts centre with theatre and cinema; lido, regular markets and food & fringe festivals throughout the year.

Located on the edge of the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are fantastic walks to be had, and glorious countryside to enjoy in all directions. Options for easy days out includes trips to nearby Salisbury, Stonehenge, Longleat, Stourhead, Wardour Castle, The Newt, and the beaches of the Jurassic Coast.

Bakers Cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and charm, making it the ideal base for exploring not only Dorset, but the nearby neighbours of Wiltshire and Somerset too.

Additional Information:
One well behaved dog welcome (small additional charge).
Children and infants welcome (please provide your own infant equipment).
Sorry, no barbecues due to no outside space or garden at the cottage.
Please be aware there is no parking at property but free car parks are available nearby.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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 (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

651510

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Shaftesbury, just steps from Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Gold Hill Museum, and within a short walk of Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. You'll also find King Alfred's Statue and Castle Hill Viewpoint less than a mile away.

Is this cottage adjacent to 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.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 29.7 mi away (59 minutes by car).