South Cottage - magical garden with wild meadow
South Cottage - magical garden with wild meadow
Description
Bright country cottage with extended garden and wild meadow - a nature haven for birds and insect life - gardens shared with one other cottage). Places to sit inside and out. Three first floor bedrooms each with a lovely view over the garden and countryside. Spend time relaxing, well stocked bookcase and wood burner for cosy evenings in. Eat in the living room or the conservatory. Walks/bike rides from the door. One end of two adjoining traditional farm cottages, Amy’s Cottage also available. The space It's a simple farm cottage whitewashed throughout. An ideal base from which to explore Dorset, to enjoy local walks or bike rides or cozy up and read next to the fire. Do try Oxford's Bakery in Alweston which serves good coffee in the cafe. Sherborne with its Abbey and High Street with speciality shops is ten minutes drive away. Guest access You may be sharing the garden and meadow with other guests renting the adjoining cottage so please be considerate, there is plenty of space and private spots for all. If you have a pet please keep on a lead and clean up after them, the garden is not pet-proof (or indeed child proof so do monitor little ones at all times). Its an ideal base from which to walk or go on bike rides, lots of footpaths and country lanes. Enjoy Oxford's Bakery in Alweston which has a great cafe as well as fresh bread. The Elms pub/farmhouse kitchen is only five minutes away, and in Sherborne you have a great choice of shops and eateries and a Waitrose and Sainsbury's - all only ten minutes away in this lovely market town. Why not visit the two castles in Sherborne too? Don't miss the historic Abbey and also the The Sherborne is a wonderful art gallery with good cafe and restaurant. Other things to note It's a lovely characterful farm cottage. Do have a look at the guest folder on arrival for other information about the property and the surrounding area. If you are bringing little ones please contact me for more details, there is no equipment supplied. The cottages are conveniently situated for exploring all of Dorset, with Dorchester, Weymouth, Cerne Abbas with its famous Giant and the Jurassic Coast within easy reach. Sturminster Newton and Sherborne are both only minutes away.
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