Cathy's Say

Through selecting one of our holiday cottages Dorset and its many attractions can be discovered. Compton Abbas is a pretty village comprising mainly period stone houses and traditional Dorset cottages, together with a parish church. On the fringe of The Cranborne Chase with National Trust land rising above it, this is quintessentially rural England as depicted by Thomas Hardy - a patchwork quilt of fields, hedgerows and tucked-away villages. Compton Abbas has many fine walks and the adjoining countryside is arguably some of the most beautiful in the area. The ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury lies just to the north - one of England's most scenically located and charming historic market towns, made famous by the Hovis advert that featured Gold Hill - the steep cobbled street lined with its unique thatched and tiled cottages.

Property Description

Ideally situated for exploring Hardy's Wessex, and boasting wonderful walking from the doorstep, these charming and comfortable cottages are perfect for a relaxing break. The Wheelwrights adjoins the owners' 18th century stone built home and both cottages share a very attractive courtyard setting beside the secluded village green and a mile from Fontmell Magna's shop and pub serving food. Delightful thatched and tiled cottages on Shaftesbury's famous Gold Hill are a mere 3 miles distant whilst Stourhead House and Garden, the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton, Haynes Motor Museum, Longleat and Cranbourne Chase are among easily accessible attractions. Golf and riding are nearby.

 

One bedroom. Open plan sitting/dining room with wood burning stove and kitchen area. Double bedroom. Dressing room. Bathroom/WC (shower attachment).