Dorset Vacation Rental cottage

An idyllic, Grade II listed cottage,placed within the owner's grounds, in the quaint hamlet of Turnworth, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 6 miles from Blandford Forum. Sympathetically renovated, this quiet, semi detached cottage features a traditional sitting room boasting an inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove and bread oven, a gorgeous farmhouse kitchen with Aga style cooker and an attractive patio with delightful garden room. Turnworth has a 16th Century church and stunning views from the magnificent downland hill of Bulbarrow. Explore the surrounding lush landscape with its maze of narrow roads and pretty villages, including Milton Abbas, or visit the historic town of Blandford Forum, home to a quaint market square and a row of 17th Century Almshouses. Visit the county town of Dorchester with its celebrated Thomas Hardy Walk, or unwind on the splendid Heritage Coast. A perfect holiday home, at any time of year. About the area: Blandford Forum 6 miles away. The tiny hamlet of Turnworth is located beneath the majestic North Dorset Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 6 miles from Blandford Forum. Situated in the quiet, chalk streamed Winterbourne Valley, with spectacular views from Bulbarrow, one of the highest points in Dorset, this serene hamlet affords wonderful country walks and a lovely, 16th Century church. Just 4 miles away, the pretty village of Milton Abbas, renowned as the first planned settlement in England, features the beautiful Benedictine Abbey and exquisite, whitewashed, thatched cottages, often featured on Dorset picture postcards. Tour the striking Georgian architecture and fascinating Cavalcade of Costume Museum, or sample real ale at the local brewery at Blandford Forum. Explore the Roman roads and array of shops, pubs and restaurants at nearby Dorchester. With Thomas Hardy's Casterbridge and the scenic Jurassic Coast within easy driving distance, you'll be spoilt for choice Amenities: Full oil central heating throughout with additional heating from woodburner in sitting room. Aga style cooker, additional halogen hob & electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine (located in garden room), 3 x colour TVs (one with Freeview), 2 x video, 2 x DVD, CD/radio etc. Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Enclosed patio garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Sorry no pets and no smoking. Shop & pub 2 miles. Note: Owner has 2 dogs & a horse