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KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Blandford Forum, South West England
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

bedroom1 Bedroom

1 King Bed

bedroom2 Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

En-suite Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

shower room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland

This single-storey barn conversion is set round a grassed courtyard near Winterbourne Stickland, and sleeps four people in two bedrooms.

Keepers Cottage is a single-storey cottage in a lawned courtyard setting, a mile from Winterborne Stickland and four miles from Blandford Forum. The cottage has a king-size double with en-suite shower, a twin bedroom and a bathroom. There is a kitchen, and a sitting room with dining area and woodburner. Outside is ample off road parking, a private patio area, shared lawn and shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. Keepers Cottage is close to local walks, pretty villages and bustling market towns, as well as for exploring the Jurassic Coast and the rest of this lovely area.

Amenities: Electric heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent, additional logs available to purchase. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. A hand and bath towel will be provided for each bed space. Travel cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. EV charger available, please download the "Pod Point" app for EV charging and payments. Covered bike storage. Enclosed, private garden with lawned area, patio and picnic bench. Further larger shared front lawned area. Shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. Two well-behaved dogs welcome, please keep dogs on a lead at all times whist on the premises due to nearby livestock. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 5 miles, pub 1 mile. One low step to kitchen, one low step to bedroom corridor. Wheelchair ramps available upon request. Note: Please use extensive footpath and farm tracks, and walk carefully avoiding crops




Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset's Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.

Town: Winterborne Stickland is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering good walks and superb views. Take a visit to the market town of Dorchester, home of Thomas Hardy. Within an easy drive lies the Jurassic Coast with sandy beaches at Weymouth and Swanage and cliff top walks along the South West Coastal Path.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Blandford Forum

Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. Ashley Wood Golf Club and Melbury Vale Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Blandford Leisure Centre and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Blandford Forum, South West England

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Poole Harbour - 38 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Durdle Door - 47 min drive - 39.1 km
  • New Forest National Park - 48 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 64 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 23 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Reeve the Baker - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪China China - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Nelson's Cheese and Ale House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland on 29 June 2026 start from AU$363, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is KEEPERS COTTAGE, pet friendly in Winterborne Stickland located?

Situated in Blandford Forum, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blandford Forum Town Museum and Shillingstone Railway Project. Blandford Leisure Centre and Sturminster Newton Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BRILLIANT location and property

Quiet but well located for many Dorset attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dorset walking vacation

The location was excellent with country walks from doorstep. Cottage had everything one would need. Had difficulty signing into Sykes Cottage Registration site.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Gordon-Potts

Great facility in a lovely complex

Fantastic holiday cottage. Our second visit to this complex of 7 cottages. Would come again!

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.

What makes this property unique

Electric heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Further fuel can be purchased from owner. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Please note: a hand and bath towel will be provided for each bed space. Travel cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. Covered bike storage. Enclosed, private garden with lawned area, patio and picnic bench. Shared front lawned area. Shared games room with pool table, table football and air hockey. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 5 miles, pub 1 mile. Note: Dogs to be kept on a lead whilst on the premises due to nearby livestock.

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