Self catering at 1 bedroom cottage Dorchester in Dorset

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COSY BARN CONVERSION SET ON 130 ACRE CATTLE FARM. REGRET NO CHILDREN This new barn conversion is situated on the owner s farmyard 1 mile from the village of Martinstown on the outskirts of Dorchester noted as being home and inspiration to the author Thomas Hardy whose novels Tess of the d Urbervilles and The Mayor of Casterbridge were both based on the town. In 1833 the Tolpuddle Martyrs formed their Friendly Society of Agricultural Labourers and were later arrested and tried in the Shire Hall in Dorchester. This building still remains and is preserved as it was at the time. Prince Charles purpose built village of Poundbury is situated to the west of the town and is visited by HRH several times a year. There is lots to see and do nearby on the hills to the south west of the town stands Hardy s Monument a memorial to the other local Thomas Hardy Sir Thomas Masterman Hardy who served with Lord Nelson. Keen walkers can walk up to the monument and on a clear day enjoy superb views of Weymouth the Isle of Portland and Chesil Beach. The Abbotsbury Swannery is 3 miles away and the Jurassic Coast with its fossil rich beaches and coves is also close by. The seaside resorts of Weymouth and Portland are worth a visit. All in all this is an ideal base for exploring the area attractions include Montacute House Hardy s Cottage Bovington Tank Museum and much more. The well converted accommodation offers ONE bedroom: with king-size bed and door leading to a small patio and fenced gravel path. Bathroom: with shower over bath WC and heated towel rail. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan with oak laminate flooring woodburner (first basket of logs provided) comfy sofa and TV. Kitchen area has electric cooker hob and hood fridge with small freezer section microwave and small dining table and chairs. Regret no washing machine. Outside: adjacent open-sided barn enjoys a sunny aspect with garden furniture and BBQ. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels and electric panel heater/immersion heating included. Private water supply. Please note this is a non-smoking property. Regret no pets. Regret no children. Location: beach 9.9 miles farm shop and coffee shop 1 mile in Martinstown and pub 1 mile.

Accommodation features

4 star rating

In a rural location

On a working farm

1 bedrooms

Sleeps up to a maximum of 2

An open fire or woodburner for those cosy nights in

Accessibility

We have the following details listed regarding 1 bedroom cottage accommodation accessibility but we would recommend that you always confirm these prior to booking with the owner or operator.

This property is not listed as wheelchair accessible

It has a downstairs bathroom

It has a downstairs bedroom

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1 bedroom cottage is a great base to explore the wonders of Dorset and you will find plenty of activities near by.

If you just want to chill out, enjoy the local hospitality at the local pub which is close by

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