About this property
A charming, single-storey former tack room, adjoining the owners' house, in the grounds of their small working farm and stables in the tranquil village of Ibberton, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Dorset's picturesque Blackmore Vale. This charming cottage is well equipped and furnished to a very good standard, with lovely views to the rear towards Bulbarrow Hill, one of Dorset's highest points. The area surrounding the cottage has many scenic country walks, with The Ridgeway trail passing close by. Within an easy drive are ancient Sherborne with its abbey and castles, the attractive market towns of Sturminster Newton and Blandford Forum, Stourhead house and gardens, Milton Abbas and the stunning Dorset Jurassic Coast. A superb Ibberton cottage for a relaxing break.
Ibberton is an attractive little village in splendid North Dorset, which nestles under the ridge of Bulbarrow Hill, within the Blackmore, a short distance from Blandford Forum. The countryside of the area inspired Thomas Hardy (who wrote 'Return of The Native' in neighbouring Sturminster Newton) and is now a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering glorious walks and wildlife spotting. Attractions including Stourhead House and Gardens, the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury, the impressive abbey and castles at Sherborne, and the lively market town of Dorchester are all a short drive away. Venture a little further afield and you'll discover the Cathedral city of Salisbury, and the bustling seaside resorts of Bournemouth and Weymouth for sun, sea and sand.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with extra large shower (off sitting area).
Cloakroom with basin and WC (off hallway).
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with patio doors to private garden.
Oil central heating.
Electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ.
Drying cupboard.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome at £15 per dog, per week.
Paddocks and stables available for visitors' horses at £10 per horse, per day by prior arrangement with owner.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 5 mins walk.