Our featured Dorset cottages include this thatched property in the grounds of Athelhampton House one of the finest 15th century manor houses in the country, surrounded by one of the great architectural gardens of England. Encircled by the River Piddle, they consist of eight walled gardens with numerous fountains and pavilions, plus a balustraded terrace as well as numerous statues, obelisks and vistas. Not surprisingly it is one of Dorset's top tourist attractions.
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In the grounds of one of the finest 15th century country houses in England, this charming thatched cottage offers very comfortable accommodation in lovely surroundings near the banks of the River Piddle. As well as shared use (free of charge) of the owners’ 3 green, 9 tee golf course, which lies beside the cottage’s own garden, visitors to River Cottage also enjoy complementary passes to Athelhampton House and Gardens (open to the public) and access to the licensed restaurant for lunches and cream teas during opening hours (Sunday-Thursday in summer, Sundays only in the winter). A village shop and pub serving food are just 1 mile away and the county town of Dorchester (5 miles) offers good shopping and a host of amenities, including cycle hire for exploring the area’s glorious countryside and delightful villages. Within easy reach are famous Cerne Abbas Giant cut into the chalk of the hillside, the Abbotsbury Swannery and the famous resorts of Weymouth, Bournemouth and Poole, Salisbury with its famous Cathedral and spire, and rural West Dorset Hardy Country.
Entrance hall. Cosy sitting room with electric ‘wood burner effect’ fire, wooden floor and French doors to decked patio. Well equipped modern fitted kitchen with dining area. Double bedroom with TV and ensuite bathroom/WC (shower over bath). First floor: Twin bedded room with zip and link beds (6’ double by arr), TV and ensuite bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Steep second staircase to first floor: Double bedroom with four poster bed, TV and ensuite bathroom/WC (shower over bath).
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