Guests say
Stour Valley Cottage in Wimborne Minster is consistently praised for its tranquil location, comfort, and charming character. Guests appreciate the proximity to the town centre while enjoying the feel of the countryside. The cottage's garden, spacious rooms, and thoughtful touches, including welcome goodies, contribute to a relaxing and memorable stay.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The location is highly regarded for its peaceful countryside feel while being close to Wimborne Town Centre, offering a perfect blend of tranquillity and convenience.
Guests find the cottage very comfortable, with good-sized rooms, a large bath, and a wood burner adding to the cosy atmosphere.
The facilities, including a spacious dining table, wood burner, and an outhouse with plenty of wood, are well-received. The garden and views are also appreciated, although there is no direct mention of maintenance.
The thoughtful touches, such as welcome goodies and essentials like toiletries, are mentioned positively, enhancing the guest experience. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated in the charming Dorset town of Wimborne Minster, this traditional 18th century cottage is the perfect holiday retreat. Set within a walled garden and adjoining the orchard on the Deans Court estate, Stour Valley Cottage offers ample space for six guests to rest and restore, escaping the hustle and bustle of day to day life.
Paired with Meadow Cottage, a similar six-guest property next door, this set up is perfect for two families travelling together, that can enjoy each other’s company, whilst benefiting from the privacy of separate cottages.
This beautiful house has been lovingly restored throughout. Chalk white walls, Farrow & Ball paints and re-upholstered vintage furniture create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, that is incredibly easy to settle in to. Guests can enjoy sweeping views across the Stour Valley, with the rooftops of Wimborne Minster adding to the charming atmosphere. Whether you are curled by the fire in the lounge, preparing food in the kitchen or sipping a glass of wine on the terrace, every aspect of this cottage is relaxing.
Downstairs a modern, fully-equipped, country kitchen is the heart of the home, with a vintage dining table creating an easy and fun space to spend quality time as a family. Guests can visit the Cafe on the estate, and enjoy delicious homemade soups, quiches, cakes and baked goods. The lounge boasts comfortable sofas and an Inglenook fireplace with a wood burner, creating the ultimate cosy ambience, making this cottage perfect even on rainy days!
Throughout the house there are three beautiful bedrooms with linen blinds framing the picturesque meadow views. There is one en-suite, with twin beds on the ground floor, as well as two spacious doubles on the first floor that share a bathroom.
The cottage is just a few-minutes’ walk into Wimborne’s town centre and the rest of Dorset is within easy reach by car, with the stunning Jurassic Coast nearby. Stour Valley Cottage has something for everyone, the perfect base for exploring all that Dorset has to offer.
Stour Valley Cottage holds a marvellous location within the beautiful county of Dorset, an area known for its rolling dales, protected heathlands and breath-taking Jurassic coastline. The house is situated in the charming town of Wimborne Minster, perfect for a quiet break away from busy day to day lives.
Set within the town, The Tivoli Theatre, with its Art Deco interiors, is perfect for evenings of entertainment. It runs a full programme of cinema, theatre and music, with something for everyone. Kids and adults alike love to explore the tiny streets of the small Model Town. A perfect scale replica (1:10) of Wimborne in 1950! The town boasts fifteen pubs and bars, perfect after long country walks or cosy evenings out for dinner.
The house is within reaching distance of fabulous beaches, wonderful countryside, historical attractions and charming market towns. Just twenty minutes away, is the picturesque town of Poole, here you can hop on a ferry and visit neighbouring islands or soak up the sunrays on the near-by golden beaches at Sandbanks and Bournemouth. Other close-by towns which are well worth a visit include the charming county town of Dorchester, Weymouth with its recognisable Georgian seafront and the lively market towns of Bridport and Lyme Regis. The famous Durdle Door, a natural limestone arch, is just a forty five-minute car journey away and is a must-visit while in the area.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
- Living room with wood burner
- Fully-equipped kitchen and dining room
- Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room (can be made up as a double)
- Separate WC
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with double bed
- Family bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Walled garden
- Orchard
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Cot & highchair available on request
- Parking
Nearby points of interest
- Poole Harbour
- Bournemouth Beach
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
Reviews (5)
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Nick
We had a wonderful stay at the Cottage in April, such a tranquil spot by the blossoming orchard with the minster in the distance. Everything perfect from the duvets, to the welcoming goodies and the lovely garden. We shall be back.
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Chris
Our fourth stay in this idyllic cottage and four generations this time, Great-Granny, Grandad, Mum/Daughter and (Great-)Grandson. We love being here, so close to the town centre and yet you feel like you are in the middle of the English countryside it's so quiet. Wonderful welcome goodies are much appreciated as are all the other essentials such as toiletries. We will definitely be back!
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Dorothy
As four old (literally!) friends, we had a really lovely holiday in Stour Valley Cottage which had been recommended to me. Everything about the cottage, it’s amazing garden and surrounding countryside makes you relax straight away. We even saw a little red deer in the field. Jonathan and the staff were so helpful, leaving us goodies and were there to answer any questions. Once through the imposing estate gates we were in the charming little town of Wimborne with it’s beautiful old Minster. We are certainly going to book again.