Grist Mill Cottage

ID: S13411

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 5
  • ・ Pets 1

About this property

Fontmell Magna 0.6 miles. A delightful semi-detached, single-storey barn conversion, set in a peaceful rural setting within the lovely 10 acre grounds of the owners’ Grade II listed mill, within walking distance of the attractive North Dorset village of Fontmell Magna. This charming rural barn has been converted to a very high standard, featuring a cosy woodburning stove in the light and airy open plan living area, as well as en-suite facilities in the twin bedroom. Completing the accommodation is a double bedroom, a single bedroom and a bathroom. The attractive shared gardens and summerhouse are a delight, perfect for relaxing in after a day out exploring this superb Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which abounds in lovely walks. The ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury is situated just four miles away and is best known for Gold Hill featured in the Hovis advert. There are plenty of other places to visit in the area, such as Sherborne abbey and castle, Stourhead House and Gardens and the Georgian market town of Blandford Forum. Also easily accessible are Stonehenge, Longleat Safari Park and the stunning Dorset Heritage Coast. In fact there's as much, or as little to do as you please, the choice is yours!

The attractive North Dorset village of Fontmell Magna lies between Blackmore Vale to the west and Cranborne Chase to the east, only 4 miles from Shaftesbury and 8 miles from Blandford Forum. The village has thatched cottages and a pub serving good food and ales.

Surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are lots of lovely walks to be had nearby, and within reach are Sherborne's abbey and castle, Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x single.

Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Oil central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair on request.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Lockable bike storage on request.

Lawned garden with patio and furniture, plus shared lawned gardens with summerhouse.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 10 mins walk.

Note: Intermittent mobile signal.

Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside.

Note: Although all ground floor, the bedrooms are accessed via one step down.
If you are looking to stay as part of a workers booking, please contact our reservations team to enquire before placing you booking.

Reviews (27)

  • Sue

    Only shower in a bedroom, an over bath shower in main bathroom would be good. Oven only had one shelf, so difficult to cook main meals. No freezer, although handbook for one in drawer. Under counter fridge small for possible five people. Only three of us & we struggled for cool space. Expected more access to large garden implied in description.

  • Denise

    The cottage was warm, spacious and cosy with everything I needed Jen is the perfect host, so friendly and accommodating and provided some welcoming treats, very much appreciated

  • Melissa

    Greeted by the lovely Jen on arrival making us feel very welcome. Great welcome pack with lots of goodies,fresh eggs and most importantly a bottle of wine. Very clean, lovely shower, bath and bedrooms. Well equipped kitchen. Great surroundings even a horse poking his head to say hello through the fence when we went out. Definitely will be returning next year and we are all very much looking forward to it Thank you Jen and Andy ❤️

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