Guests say
Old Orchard Cottage is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities. Guests appreciate the peaceful location, the friendly and helpful owners, and the thoughtful touches like a welcome basket. The cottage's setting allows for wildlife watching and is close to Sherborne's charming coffee shops and shops.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well looked after, which indicates a high level of cleanliness.
The location is appreciated for its peacefulness and proximity to Sherborne and other attractions, though one guest missed having a local coffee shop in Milborne Port.
The cottage is generally regarded as comfortable and cosy, with a few guests noting the beds were very firm, which may affect individual comfort preferences.
Facilities are well-received, with the cottage being described as well-equipped and having everything needed for a stay. The presence of a log burner and a trampoline adds to the positive feedback.
Several reviews mention a welcome basket and the owners' friendly interactions, showing thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such personal touches, while common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Original features enhance this early 19th century lakeside cottage with views across the lake from the cottage garden..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Single Bed Available Upon Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair. Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river and lake within the grounds.. Dating back to the turn of the 19th century, this charming lakeside holiday cottage adjoins the owners’ farmhouse and is set amidst 300 acres of picturesque working farmland and countryside. Well-equipped to Visit Englands ‘4 Star’ standard, it retains many original features such as exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace with bread oven. It also boasts a pretty cottage garden with lovely views across the lake, home to a variety of birds. Historic Sherborne, 4 miles, has two castles and interesting antique and book shops.
There are myriad attractions throughout Dorset from the bustling seaside town of Bournemouth to pretty villages with thatched cottages. Don’t miss a visit to Lulworth Cove with the famous Durdle Door natural archway shaped into the a rocky outcrop. Poole is also popular, having the largest natural harbour in Europe. Enjoy a variety of water sports, or a gentler approach to unspoilt woodland and coastal walks.
Gold Hill is also worth a visit made famous by the popular TV advertisement for Hovis bread. Today apart from its quaint ‘chocolate box’ appeal, it is also home to the annual cheese run where locals and visitors alike race up the incredibly steep hill carrying a cheese roll weighing around 8 pounds.
Sandbanks, a narrow spit of land just south-west of Poole is known not only for its award winning beach, but also home to some of the most expensive properties in the world where you may also see ‘local’ celebrities.
For a more rural adventure, the New Forest National Park is a special place to visit all year round where wild ponies roam freely.
Tennis, riding, golf and sailing locally. Shops and good pubs 1 mile.
There are low banisters at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (19)
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Linda Bruce
The cottage was perfect for us!! It was so very well equipped esp for cooking at home. Lots of books to chose from. Good quality bedding and towels and plenty of hot water and logs for this time of the year. We’d love to return in a different season to enjoy the outside space.
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Jennifer
absolutely fabulous, great getaway for myself and my friends celebrating a baby shower. kept nice and warm with the fireplace and had everything we needed in the kitchen to make our own food. we had some pet sheep and star gazed in the evening. beautiful stay. thank you.
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Terrill
Really lovely accommodation. Scenic surroundings, beautiful cottage with a fully stocked kitchen and great communication with the owner. Would definitely stay here again if back in the area!!