4.8★
Dream Cottages rating
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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
51 Customer Review(s)
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Sonya 
“We met the owners.”
A most hospitable and caring couple. They helped us out in a spot of bother and went well above and beyond what most people would have done. The home is super cosy and very clean. We will be recommending this to all of our family and friends.
A most hospitable and caring couple. They helped us out in a spot of bother and went well above and beyond what most people would have done. The home is super cosy and very clean. We will be recommending this to all of our family and friends.
- Sonya, November 2024Thank you Sonya for your kind compliments! It was great meeting you also. Happy Christmas. Property Owner
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Gail “We thoroughly loved the studio.”
It was only the parking which made it difficult to see what was coming round a blind bend,apart from that a lovely stay .
- Gail, November 2024 -
Gerard “Thank you for a home from home experience the studio was perfect and the bed extremely comfy.”
We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend the accommodation
- Gerard, September 2024Thank you Gerard, for your kind message. We hope to welcome you again soon. Property Owner
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David “We had a really lovely time at The Studio.”
It was very clean and warm and the view from the bedroom window was magical. With the area not being light polluted the sky was awash with stars. Lots and lots of things to see and do in the area and people were very friendly. A fabulous little jewel of a place that we were sad to leave.
- David, September 2024Your comments really mean a lot! Thank you - Dorset is very special ! Property Owner
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Michael “A wonderful little place to stay - peaceful, comfortable, with everything needed for a base to visit surrounding places.”
We would highly recommend The Studio, and hope to return for another visit.
- Michael, August 2024 -
Margaret “We enjoyed our seven day stay at The Studio.”
This delightful little cottage was full of charm and everything we could wish for including a very comfortable bed. We have caught up with old friends, cried with the locals at Melbury Community Hall as England lost to Spain in Euros 2024 and visited pretty Larner Tree Gardens and Stourhead NT, both of which were stunning in their own way. Many thanks to our hosts who welcomed us with afternoon tea and made us feel at home.
- Margaret, July 2024 -
Elaine “The Cottage was lovely just like the photo the owners are lovely friendly people who leave you alone too enjoy your holiday.”
But are there if you need them. When we arrived the table was set for cream tea which was a lovely touch . I would recommend this studio highly it’s home from home and a very comfortable stay. You can see the deer in the field and pheasants
- Elaine, May 2024 -
Marian “Lovely place to stay, clean and tidy with everything you may need for a short stay/vacation.”
Nature around is lovely and Shaftesbury is really close for shopping, dining etc The only 'difficulty' we had -and this has nothing to do with The Studio or the owners- is that the neighbourhood around is too dark at night with no public lights at all so you need to be careful and have a torch to walk around or walk your dog, if you have one. Overall, a beautiful place in a picturesque location, ideal for a break from our busy lives!
- Marian, March 2024We are glad you had an enjoyable stay. We are in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) with dark sky status. Perfect for star gazing but trickier for night time dog walkies! We will supply a bigger torch. Do come again. Penny and Nigel Property Owner
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Danila “This place is heaven, we stayed there 4 magical days, beautiful views, lovely cottage.”
I really enjoyed staying here with my husband. You can find everything you need driving 5 minutes from The Studio. Thank you
- Danila, December 2023 -
Michael “Only constructive criticism we had was because we did cook our main meals there wasn't a set of saucepans with lids & frying pan wasn't safe as it moved on cooker because the base was domed.”
But all appliances were very clean & modern.nice enclosed space for our dog. enjoyable stay overall. Mr & Mrs Beer (Kent)
- Michael, November 2023Thank you for helpful comments and I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We have taken these on board and updated the kitchen equipment. Kind regards Nigel and Penny Property Owner
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Philippa “Cosy and comfortable accommodation and well situated for Shaftesbury.”
Comfy sofa and bed with lovely bed linen. Some road noise particularly at peak times. Agree parking spot is awkward on a blind bend - a mirror would help make driving onto the road safer especially with the advent of (quiet) electric vehicles.
- Philippa, September 2023 -
Jonas “Very cozy. We loved our stay there.”
- Jonas, August 2023 -
Romy “Thank you for a lovely stay!”
- Romy, August 2023 -
Nevin “Delightful!”
We really enjoyed our stay, and hope to come back.
- Nevin, August 2023 -
Pamela “Really enjoyed our stay very comfortable no clothes for cleaning when we left ...”
Really enjoyed our stay very comfortable no clothes for cleaning when we left and wanted to trim the plants and bushes at the back only down side was the parking very dangerous for coming in and out
- Pamela, June 2023 -
Elizabeth “This is our second stay at the Studio because we enjoyed our first stay so much.”
The views from upstairs are amazing, and we found our whole stay very relaxing. Our only slight problem is with the television (which is probably just us). But during both visits, the owner of the property (apologies I can’t remember his name) came straight around to show us exactly what to do. During our first visit, we got the gist of the TV during our second visit - we didn’t. But to be honest we didn’t really need the TV as we are not avid TV watchers.
- Elizabeth, May 2023 -
D “A delightful tiny cottage, too small to contain dishwasher but comfortable, in excellent decorative condition and very clean.”
I have never had such luxurious towels. On a corner the parking space was very small and just on the verge of the road. It was important to leave the car facing North.
- D, May 2023 -
Elizabeth “The Studio was a lovely little cottage that was equipped with everything we needed.”
The bed and sofa were very comfortable. Had we been staying in colder weather, I do not think the storage heaters would have been sufficient. We couldn't get the upstairs one to come on at all. Everything else was great though. Thank you for a very comfortable and enjoyable short stay.
- Elizabeth, April 2023Thank you for your kind comments - we are always on hand to smooth out any issues as they arise so please do let us know how we can improve things. The heating is pretty efficient but we can provide more if needed...... Property Owner
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Lindsey “Fantastic location.”
Spotlessly clean. Incredibly comfortable. A lovely, private studio with beautiful views. Great location to visit North Dorset which has a wealth of National Trust locations and fabulous walks. Hope to return soon.
- Lindsey, February 2023 -
Julie “The Studio was an ideal base for us and our dog, to discover Dorset.”
The property was very well presented, came stocked with everything you could ask for in a self catering property and the welcome table set for afternoon tea, with local biscuits, was very thoughtful. The upstairs view across the countryside was beautiful. The lounge area was a good space to relax in the evening and a super comfortable bed ensured a great night’s sleep too. NB. The car parking space is a bit tight, take care when parking . Many thanks to Penny and Nigel
- Julie, October 2022Thank you for some great comments, Julie. So glad you all enjoyed your stay in this pretty part of North Dorset. Come again! Property Owner
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Elizabeth “Spectacular views over the country side lovely walks love the wildlife deer and birds every thing to hand tv a bit temperamental but was sorted promptly.”
Lovely and cosy.
- Elizabeth, September 2022 -
Anja “A lovely cottage in a beautiful surrounding.”
The fotos are exactly how it is in reality - cozy and very british. We felt extremly comfortable ❤
- Anja, August 2022 -
Sarah “Had a lovely stay at The Studio, very clean and well equipped.”
Perfect location for us to visit family and see the surrounding areas. Would definitely recommend for a romantic get away.
- Sarah, July 2022 -
Daren “G great little place and so dog friendly x A great escape and so peaceful x”
- Daren, June 2022So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you. Property Owner
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Lynn “Lovely stay at the Studio.”
The property is spotlessly clean and everything you need is supplied (no need to bring anything). You can make a cup of tea when you arrive as Penny makes sure you have fresh milk, even fresh flowers on the table & if you are bringing a pet a supply of dog treats. On a separate note the shower did not have much pressure and wifi was very slow. Just my own personal opinion and is not meant as a criticism as the property is lovely and comfortable. We were visiting friends and know the area well but if you need any help Penny is there to assist. Would highly recommend this property and thank you Penny for a lovely stay.
- Lynn, May 2022Thank you so much Lynn for your wonderful comments - we are so glad you enjoyed your break with us. We will certainly check out the shower pressure and Wifi but hope it didn't inconvenience you too much! We hope you will visit us again soon. Best wishes, Penny and Nigel Property Owner
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Pam “It's a very comfortable and quiet cottage and we enjoyed our short stay, although we had a few recurring problems with the TV and it wasn't always easy to contact the owners on their phones.”
Problems were eventually resolved though.
- Pam, May 2022 -
Jill “Lovely little cottage.”
Everything you need is there, good base for sightseeing.
- Jill, March 2022Thank you so much for your kind comments and perfect score! We hope to see you again before too long. Best wishes, Penny and Nigel. Property Owner
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Mathew “The Studio is simply lovely, very warm and welcoming, will definitely be staying there again very soon.”
- Mathew, February 2022Thanks for your great feedback and comments. We Look forward to your next visit. Penny and Nigel Property Owner
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Shirley “Really lovely little cottage perfect for a couple, easy access to visit places around Dorset.”
All your needs catered for views beautiful from Juliet balcony. Just 1 little issue the toilet is down stairs, some older couples need to go to the toilet at night may be a small sensor plug in to guide your way at night Would be useful. Can't wait to return in summer
- Shirley, February 2022Thank you so much for your great comments - we loved meeting you both! Good idea about night light. Hope to see you again soon. Penny Property Owner
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Melissa “The Studio is well equipped and as shown in the images.”
Had the weather been warmer, I'm sure we would have sat outside more, the yard is a sun trap in the afternoon. The Studio is also a good location for visiting a number of historic sites and the coast. We packed a lot into our week here. My only disappointment with the property was the traffic noise. I'd incorrectly assumed this would be a quiet location but the adjacent road turned out to be busy. This was my error, but I was glad that we hadn't taken our dog as I wouldn't have fancied walking along the road to get on to nearby public footpaths.
- Melissa, August 2021Hello Melissa, Thank you for letting us know about your visit to The Studio as we value our guests' comments after their stay and try to improve things for future visits. Unfortunately, the road was a bit busier in August due to the Bank Holiday traffic. We hope this didn't impinge of your stay too much. Dog walkers can actually access the lane opposite which takes you along the open fields to Charlton. Best wishes, Penny Property Owner
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Trevor “A great location for exploring the history of the area.”
There’s plenty of history to see too. Access to National Trust and English Heritage properties close by.
- Trevor, August 2021 -
Bethany “Penny and Nigel were so welcoming and the cottage was everything we needed and more!”
Such a peaceful location and situated in the perfect spot to explore Dorset and the New Forest. Will be back!
- Bethany, August 2021Hi Bethany, Thank you so much for your lovely comments - we so enjoyed having you in the Studio. Good luck with the Wedding plans! Penny and Nigel. Property Owner
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William “A beautiful setting for a very comfortable cottage with everything you needed.”
- William, July 2021 -
Lyn “Had a little difficulty finding the property as wasn't aware it was actually on the bend and you park in front of the house but fine once you know!”
Good location for visiting other places of interest in the area.
- Lyn, June 2021 -
Nicholas “A really great location, the cat parking space was a bit difficult as the road is quite fast, but everything was fantastic apart from that.”
- Nicholas, May 2021 -
Mark “Although the weather was extreme with Gales the property was very draughty.”
This probably wouldn’t be a problem the majority of the time, but if rented during the colder months when wind is more likely it may result in negative feed. We had to keep the curtains drawn and position cushions to help, so maybe the balcony window could have better insulation and fittings as the top lock kept popping open. Otherwise this was a very quaint property, perfect for two on a lower budget. Also a perfect location for exploring the coast and gardens nearby. Lulworth Cove and the national trust property at Stourhead are a must.
- Mark, May 2021 -
Kevin “The Studio is a little gem, cosy and we'll equipped ideally situated for exploring Shaftesbury and surrounding area , in easy reach of the south coast and the new forest, Only observation the studio is set on two levels and may be an issue for someone mobility issues.”
- Kevin, May 2021 -
Karen “For people that like to cook it would be good to have some serving spoons and a roasting dish.”
We took our own and a large casserole dish. It needs a mirror so you can see what is coming around the corner as you have to reverse out on top of a blind bend.
- Karen, October 2020 -
Jane “It’s lovely accommodation just for two, which is quite hard to get.”
Facilities are good, we cooked ‘at home’ every night & watched deer in the fields at the back from the juliet bedroom window or sat in the private yard & watched the sun go down. A relaxing & very pleasant stay. In easy reach of lots of interesting days out & Shaftesbury itself is very pretty. We recommend going up to Compton Abbas airfield for breakfast with a view.
- Jane, September 2020 -
Della “Absolutely loved it!”
! Super clean and comfortable. Great location to explore the surrounding villages, towns and cities. Well equipped kitchen and spotless shower room. Lovely views from the Juliet balcony. Nothing too much trouble for the hosts..
- Della, August 2020 -
Gary “The Studio was very cosy, comfortable bed & new settee all the amenities you need, beautiful views, we met the owners very nice people, left you alone to enjoy your stay, once they just introduced themselves and the only other time we really saw them was to offer us fresh bedding and towels.”
We would recommend the Studio and would like to return their ourselves in the future.
- Gary, July 2020 -
Jackie “We enjoyed our stay at the Studio, it was exactly as described, exceptionally clean and tidy, the little extras was welcoming.”
Kitchen well equipt, very clean. The courtyard garden over looking the fields and familys ponies is a suntrap and we spent our evenings relaxing here after spending the days visiting, Weymouth, Bournemouth Poole and local beauty spots and more outstanding views. Penny and family were lovely. Highly recommend the Studio, will definatley return. 5* Thank you Penny x
- Jackie, July 2020 -
Richard “Every thing you needed for break in studio was there fantastic view across fields .”
Would love to return in future
- Richard, February 2020 -
Ian “I really enjoyed my stay at the studio, penny was kind and courteous and her two children sociable and delightful.”
The small but beautiful cottage is ideal, well equipped with everything you need for a short break. Thank you penny
- Ian, December 2019 -
Valerie “Location good with amazing views from the studio, well presented and equipped.”
Details on studio misleading as there is not any seating area downstairs apart from the kitchen chairs , settee upstairs which was very uncomfortable it needed padding out under the seats as sunk in the middle. Double doors needs draught proofing as could see daylight through the middle and bottom the cold wind was blowing through so unable to sit at kitchen table to have a meal. I took my dog and as they are not allowed upstairs which is understandable if it was just a bedroom but as its the main living quarters its a bit unfair for the dog to be left downstairs. otherwise a pleasant stay.
- Valerie, November 2019 -
James “Lovely place”
- James, November 2019 -
Rachel “Everything was wonderful!”
So thoughtful and nice touches- for example the table was already set for us when we arrived! We would recommend it to everyone and didn’t want to leave!!
- Rachel, November 2019 -
Julie “Lovely few days spent at The Studio.”
Fantastic views and a beautifully presented holiday home. Thank you for our stay here in Dorset. from Julie and Dave and Ed (the dog)
- Julie, October 2019 -
Amanda “You are unable to sit on the red sofa that appears in the photos.”
It is a sofa bed and when you sit on the sofa all you can feels is the metal frame - to be honest the sofa is only fit for the rubbish tip. I would recommend that the couple who own the studio ( they are an extremely nice couple ) spend a night living there to see what might need replacing.
- Amanda, August 2019Thank you for your feedback, we have taken your comments on board and we have had the sofa fully serviced - It is now very comfortable with no issues. Property Owner
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Margaret “We found our stay a perfect base for visiting all the places we wanted to see .”
The Studio is a lovely place with beautiful views. Would love to return again .
- Margaret, August 2019 -
Susan “Perfect holiday location, stunning views, lovely and clean.”
The owners have gone over and above to ensure guests feel welcome, including the lovely welcome pack and the jam. Would totally recommend and would definitely book again.
- Susan, June 2019
Summary
- Please note: this property requires a minimum stay of 3 nights
- Only Friday check-ins can be accommodated
- One bedroom: 1 x king-size with Juliet balcony
- Shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge and dishwasher
- TV, WiFi and Bluetooth Speaker
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for one car, Off road parking for The Studio is in the marked bay in front of the main house, just adjacent to The Studio
- Enclosed gravelled area with furniture
- Note: 1 well behaved small dog allowed but is to be kept downstairs
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 2.6 miles and pub 2 miles
The property
Resting on the outskirts of the quaint town of Shaftesbury in Dorset, is this fabulous detached stone cottage.
The Studio boasts a wonderfully presented interior with a bright and airy feel throughout, as well as enjoying fine views of the Dorset hills right from the door.
Look forward to rustling up a delicious home-cooked meal within the country-style kitchen, with a dining space for gathering your loved ones around to plan the days ahead.
Alternatively, head outside and dine alfresco with views of the rolling hills in the distance.
Moving through the property will take you to the lovely bedroom, featuring a plush king-size double bed, accompanied with a Juliet balcony and sitting area where you can relax and unwind of an evening.
Sip on your morning coffee from the front gravelled area with seating, an idyllic spot where you capture views of the open countryside.
Walkers and cyclists will appreciate touring the Dorset countryside with plenty of footpaths and cycle trails awaiting exploration.
Wander the cobbled streets of and brush up on the local history from the Gold Hill Museum, or browse the craft and antique farms and you may come across a hidden gem!
Should you tire out of the town itself, venture the scenic Blackmore Vale, which is dotted with thatched cottage villages, or head further afield to the ancient Sherborne with its magical castle and the National Trust’s Stourhead House and beautiful gardens.
The stunning Jurassic Coast is a fantastic region to explore, filled with golden beaches, hidden coves and bustling harbours, along with plenty chocolate-box villages to delight amongst.
The Studio is an excellent base for a remote break to Dorset.
Please note: this property requires a minimum stay of 3 nights. Only Friday check-ins can be accommodated.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £125.
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About the location
SHAFTESBURY
Salisbury 21 miles; Bath 30 miles.
One of Dorset’s prettiest and most historic towns, Shaftesbury is perched on a spur of rolling green hills, and the views in all directions are without comparison. Lush green meadows, woodland glades and outstanding architecture are all within a short walk. One of the best vantage points is from Gold Hill (Ridley Scott's famous Hovis advert was filmed here) with its quaint, cobbled and very steep street. Visit the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey (a place of great pilgrimage from the 11th century) or navigate the intricate and ancient lanes. Bath, Salisbury and Sherborne are all under an hour away, or drive through the stunning countryside of Blackmoor Vale down to the coast at Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth. A beautiful area, that still carries the flavour of the very best of the English countryside.
Please note: this property requires a minimum stay of 3 nights. Only Friday check-ins can be accommodated.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas