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A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games
Lobby
8 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Chettle, England
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Larmer Tree Gardens
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Wimborne Minster
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Blandford Forum

In Blandford Forum .A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Chettle Play Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Vale of Allen Parish Council. Larmer Tree Gardens and Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 14 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Wimborne Minster - 24 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Kingston Lacy House - 25 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 37 min drive - 21.7 miles

Getting around

  • Salisbury Station - 26 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gorge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nelsons Ale House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪St Giles House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Railway Hotel - ‬12 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.

A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village

This beautiful Manor House is nestled in the Dorset countryside, in a unique village with a close-knit community, called Chettle.

Up until September '22 it was a hotel and restaurant. The house is comfortable and full of character with 8 en-suite bedrooms, a spacious lounge with woodburning fire, a library and games room with another woodburner, a snug television room plus large dining room and well appointed family kitchen. The house itself has large gardens, a walled pear walk and lots of private parking.

The village has a well-stocked village shop with everything you could possibly need (inc freshly baked pies, organic fruit and veg and all the other groceries you could imagine), a community playground and plenty of beautiful walks and cycle rides straight from the doorstep.

You are also between 30-45 minutes drive from the Jurassic Coast with it’s stunning beaches and breathtaking walks along the South-West Coastal Path.

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Exterior

NEW FOR JULY 2021...LUXURY DORSET COUNTRY ESTATE. SLEEPS 16

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
NEW FOR JULY 2021...LUXURY DORSET COUNTRY ESTATE. SLEEPS 16

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village to downtown Blandford Forum?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Chettle.

A former hotel set deep in the Dorset countryside in a small village Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mrs Jacqueline S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

We stayed for a weekend family celebration and everyone agreed that it was a perfect place to accommodate such a diverse age range. The house is old and rather magnificent, if somewhat faded in its glory. It comfortably fitted 15 of us, including a 4 year old. There is plenty of space in the living and dining areas, plus an old bar with seating for quite a few. The general area is beautiful, with lovely walks and there is a wonderful view from the garden, where there is also seating and tables. We had a marvellous time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The most incredible house for a classy hen do!

I booked this house for my hen do and it was beyond amazing! The house is huge with so much character and more than enough space for 18 adults. The kitchen had everything we needed and the dining room/bar space were used the most. The Dining Room also managed to fit all 18 of us doing a yoga and meditation workshop! Beds are all very comfy and worked well for the group we had. The village is lovely and can highly recommend the shop. We did pay for the hut tub but our fire skills were not at their best! Plenty of parking, lounges and snugs for people to relax and read and only a 30 minute drive to Bournemouth. Plus all the personalised touches from the owners were so sweet and really appreciated. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dawn

This is a wonderful property full of atmosphere and just right for our family get together and murder mystery night, including hide and seek. There is plenty space for a large party and the house was full equipped with everything we could need and set in a stunning l location. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend! 😊👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023