2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage

Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(22 Ratings)

Cottage in North Dorset District

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

A family home used by the owners, but also let out for the traveller wishing to enjoy the essence of Dorset and its surrounding area.
The stylishly designed conservatory at the back, is what makes this house so unique: flooded with light, it's the perfect second sitting room lending light to both dining and kitchen. The front sitting room on the other hand, gives the house its authentic 'cottage' feel - an instant invitation to comfort, luxury and warmth.
The newly fitted kitchen is super well-equipped with everything from Italian hand painted crockery, high standard cooking utensils, to comfortable bar stools.
Upstairs, the master bedroom is to die for. There are 2 further double bedrooms, comfortable and beautifully decorated. Colfax and Fowler, Osborne and Little adorn the windows and with the new and perfect ensuite bathroom, the whole house has the feel of the modern and traditional in perfect harmony.
While the garden with its grassy lawns lends itself to total relax, the patio is the perfect place for breakfast outside and balmy English evenings.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

21.1 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

45.7 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

50.1 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

46.8 mi

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2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage

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4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(22 Ratings)

Cottage in North Dorset District

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

21.1 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

45.7 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

50.1 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

46.8 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(22 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

What a wonderful cottage! Our family of four, with two children, spent a beautiful week in Catriona's and Lorenzo's listed house. It was tastefully, warmly and cozily furnished, with a lovely garden filled with birdsong for dining and relaxing, and a kitchen that left nothing to be desired—especially after discovering your fantastic wine. It was delightful to enjoy the peace and quiet, but also to be able to walk to the picturesque town of Shaftesbury. We are grateful for our discovery and hope to return someday.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

lovely stay in wonderful cottage

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We spend 5 days during our South England in Pump Cottage and just loved it! Very nice and well-equipped house, quiet neighbourhood and pubs around. Stonehenge, Salisbury, Bath, Durdle Door, New Forest National Park...all destinations were nearby and also Shaftesbury is a very nice little town with an abbey and little shops

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Very cosy and charming cottage in a peaceful area.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

The house was beautiful and the host was very helpful and easily contactable. The nearby pub just up the street served lovely food at a good price.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Lovely thatched cottage in Dorset.

Lovely thatched cottage in Dorset.

Wonderful cottage - extremely well appointed - cosy , comfortable - and a great place to relax each evening after exploring this very historic and beautiful part of the country. Catriona was an exceptional hostess- and accessible - everything was clean, functional and aesthetically pleasing. Gardens- birds- flowers - all added to the experience. Many thanks - a memorable stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Lovely Cottage!

Lovely Cottage!

We had a wonderful stay at Pump Cottage. It is right in the heart of Shaftesbury and a sort walk to awesome coffees shops and fun shopping. We were there for a wedding so didn’t spend a great deal of time at the cottage but we enjoyed the time we were there. It is cozy and comfortable .

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Pretty cottage

Pretty cottage

Lovely well equipped cottage in Shaftsbury, only downsides were that I kept bumping my head on the low beams (I'm 6ft 3in) and parking was an issue at times. Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay here.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Idyllic and very comfortable thatched cottage in Dorset

Idyllic and very comfortable thatched cottage in Dorset

Just back from a lovely week spent in Pump Cottage. We found it to be just as good as it looks in the profile pictures! Charming, warm, comfortable and welcoming, whilst also functioning very effectively as a holiday home - plenty of space for the five of us, bathrooms with plenty of hot water, a modern kitchen, and good WiFi. All this and ideally located in the peaceful but well-appointed town of Shaftesbury. Owners very easy to deal with, and quick to reply to queries.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

Beautiful peaceful cottage

Beautiful peaceful cottage

From the access email right to the end of are stay this cottage and owner will not disappoint.in a beautiful location and the cottage is just stunning plenty of clean towels and hot water a lovely outside area with really friendly neighbors.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2019

Ein richtig englisches Cottage!

Ein richtig englisches Cottage!

Pump Cottage hat uns sehr gefallen. Als Familie mit 3 Söhnen zwischen 13 und 17 fand hier jeder seinen Rückzugsort, es war sehr gemütlich und die Ausstattung war großzügig. Einzig die niedrigen Decken war für den ein oder anderen etwas schwierig. In der Umgebung gibt es so viel zu sehen, dass wir gerne wiederkommen!

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2019

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage

Very beautiful stone cottage in a nice village/town. World famous village- and countryside views just around the corner!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2019

Wonderful Cottage

Wonderful Cottage

What a beautiful place to spend a few days, a perfect base for us to visit family and enjoy Shaftesbury.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2018

The cottage is beautiful, while being comfortable and cosy.

The cottage is beautiful, while being comfortable and cosy.

This is a great place to stay in the historic part of Shaftesbury. The hosts are great at communicating and are very flexible and thoughtful. The chianti and the honesty box was a great feature.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2017

Lovely quaint country cottage.

Lovely quaint country cottage.

Lovely cottage for a family to enjoy, in the lovely surroundings of Shaftsbury. A great location to explore Dorset and Wiltshire.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2017

Beautiful setting and lovely home

Beautiful setting and lovely home

This was our first trip to England and we were so lucky to have stayed in this wonderful home. The home itself was beautifully decorated, well maintained and very clean. The walls of the house are at least two feet deep at places, making it very quiet and solid. We were walking distance to the small town and a block from what I thought was the best pub in town, yet we were still in a neighborhood! I'm not used to that where I live. I could actually enjoy dinner with a pint and walk home. When we walked to the town, the view was unbelievable and there were walking trails all around. My daughter and I ran all of them; it was fantastic. We did the tour of the Shaftsbury Abbey and although I wasn't that thrilled about it doing it, I was surprised that it was so enjoyable. You really do go back in time. Catronia was so great. I felt like we were staying at a friend's home. She really took care of us and I'm grateful for everything she did for us. I would recommend this home to anyone. We really enjoyed our time in england, a large part due to Catronia's home and her hospitality.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2017

Very nice cottage. Would stay again

Very nice cottage. Would stay again

This is a very nice cottage, with enough room for 5 with three bedrooms. It's easy to find, convenient to food, and easy walking distance to the town of Shaftsbury.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2017

A great weekend in Shaftesbury

A great weekend in Shaftesbury

We had a wonderful 4 days inPump Cottage. It had everything we needed and was close enough that we could walk up to the high street even if it meant climbing Gold Hill. It was a great place to start our extended holiday and close enough to meet with relatives staying in the hotel

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2017

Cute and Quaint

Cute and Quaint

Rustic charm, very good location in a really lovely town. Excellent pub down the road and all the shops in Shaftsbury were really good, great service and the whole town had a lovely feel. The cottage had everything you need although a bit tired. When we were there it was cold and the cottage heating does warm it up fully and was made worse by the fact it had obviously not been occupied for a few days and the whole structure took a couple of days to warm up. In summer this would not be a problem. Overall we enjoyed our stay even if a bit chilly. Tony n Val

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2016

Well appointed, spacious traditional cottage.

Well appointed, spacious traditional cottage.

My family (four children between the ages of eight and fifteen and my wife) stayed at the cottage for five nights. Shaftesbury is one of most interesting of the smaller towns in the county. Fantastic panaramic views across the surrounding coutryside from the numberous pathways around the town.. Lots of interesting shops, cafes and restaurants. The cottage is situated in a courtyard, well back from the road. A quiet location with parking along the street. Low beams and doorways resulted in a few bumped heads (two members of the party being over six foot tall) - but all part of the charm of a old property.

4.0 / 5.0

Jun 2016

Lovely cottage, ideal for a family getaway in a beautiful part of England.

Lovely cottage, ideal for a family getaway in a beautiful part of England.

We enjoyed a lovely family holiday in Pump Cottage. The property had real character but had also been sympathetically updated. It easily accommodated the four adults and one child across the three bedrooms/two bathrooms/three toilets. As with most cottages the ceilings were low but I am over 6ft. The small town centre of Shaftesbury is a short walk away, all be it up hill. The town is not very big but has a number of good pubs and restaurants. It is an ideal base to explore north Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. All in all a great property for a quiet family holiday, away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

4.0 / 5.0

May 2016

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage

We had a wonderful vacation at the cottage. Everything in present atmosphere is great. A real english feeling you get there. We enjoyed. Mike and Sharon

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

The average price for a rental in North Dorset District is R 2,286 per night. This rental is R 1,972 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at 2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage

Cottage in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is 2 minutes to the park & High Street! Family-sized thatched country cottage pet friendly?

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