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Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

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Lower Fifehead Farm, Sturminster Newton: The rear aspect of this grand property
Lower Fifehead Farm, Sturminster Newton: The breakfast table
Lower Fifehead Farm, Sturminster Newton: The open-plan sitting and dining room
Lower Fifehead Farm, Sturminster Newton: Bedroom one with super-king size bed
Lower Fifehead Farm, Sturminster Newton: The garden dining area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Sturminster Newton, Dorset
  • Popular LocationMonkey World Ape Rescue Center38 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Tank Museum39 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurdle Door49 min drive
  • AirportYeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

Bedroom #5

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bedroom 3 en-suite shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Family Shower Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

Lower Fifehead Farm nestles in the picturesque hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin, and is surrounded by 400 acres of beautiful rolling countryside. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty dotted with numerous pretty villages, and close to the majestic Bulbarrow Hill which is the second highest point in Dorset, the location is ideal for walking, cycling and exploring. The generous and characterful 17th century farmhouse has plenty of charm, with original mullion windows and their rope twist detailing being mentioned in Nikolaus Pevsner's County Guide book, "The Buildings of England", which remains the definitive inventory of England's architectural heritage.

With an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove in the large sitting and dining room, a family snug and games room with second wood burning stove, and a spacious kitchen and breakfast room with island and Aga, there is plenty of space for all of the family to gather and share time together. On the ground floor there is also a useful cloakroom with laundry area, and double doors from the kitchen lead to the undercover porch area which has been set up for alfresco dining.
On the first floor are five comfortable bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room; and there is a family bathroom with roll top bath, and a separate family shower room. Outside, the house enjoys a walled front garden, and the large lawned rear garden also has a full-size tennis court with artificial surface making it suitable for playing tennis or football all year round.
Sturminster Newton is close by and the popular towns of Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Blandford and Dorchester are all within easy reach. With the Jurassic Coast less than 45 minutes drive away, Lower Fifehead Farm is the perfect choice for a family holiday and fun times together.
Additional Information:
A full size cot and high chair available on request.
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Tennis court available year round.
There is almost no mobile signal in the property. Either switch to WiFi calls or you can get a signal in the garden.
*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.

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Dorset Hideaways
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sturminster Newton

Located in Sturminster Newton, this cottage is in a rural area. Sturminster Newton Mill and Shillingstone Railway Project are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Melbury Vale Winery and Ashley Wood Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Badger Watch Dorset and Gartell Light Railway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching.
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Sturminster Newton, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Wimborne Minster - 36 min drive
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 38 min drive
  • The Tank Museum - 39 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 49 min drive
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 28 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Spice - 8 min drive
  • The Swan Inn - 8 min drive
  • Old Ox Inn - 13 min drive
  • The Trooper Inn, Stourton Caundle - 15 min drive
  • Fiddleford Inn - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Sturminster Newton cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sturminster Newton Mill and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Badger Watch Dorset and Shillingstone Railway Project are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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