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Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester

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A lush garden with a variety of plants and flowers, including purple and white blooms, under a clear sky.
A cozy room with a wicker sofa, a small wooden chair, and a green door leading to another room.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, white furniture, and a wicker chair.
A living room with a blue sofa, white sofa, and a coffee table with books and a tray.
A garden with a wooden table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a white picket fence.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Blandford Forum, Dorset
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Blandford Forum

At this holiday home, you'll be 9.6 km (6 mi) from Dorset National Landscape and 10.6 km (6.6 mi) from Blandford Forum Town Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a TV and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Blandford Forum holiday home include Blandford Leisure Centre and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs.

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Corfe Castle - 49 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 54 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Poole Harbour - 55 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Durdle Door - 60 min drive - 41.7 km

Getting around

  • Upwey Station - 32 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greyhound Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Reeve the Baker - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Happy Farmer Cafe - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester

Set in glorious countryside, Foxearth makes an ideal cosy retreat for up to four guests or a secluded, romantic hideaway for two. Hidden away in a private valley, surrounded entirely by rolling fields in an AONB, this dreamy cottage combines pretty, contemporary interiors and a beautifully planted garden in which to relax and unwind. Offering unrivalled peace and quiet in an idyllic rural setting, breathtaking views abound, and if you're seeking a genuine opportunity to be immersed in nature, then Foxearth offers a calm oasis of comfort and tranquillity in a truly magical setting.

On arrival at the cottage, French doors lead directly into the bright, open-plan kitchen with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and air-fryer. The dining area with a sofa, table, and chairs looks outside onto the pretty garden terrace, a perfect spot for al fresco dining, together with ‘The Potting Shed' with its comfortable vintage daybed. Here you can doze and relax, listening to bees and birdsong by day and by night, enjoy stargazing in this dreamy, designated Dorset's Dark Skies area. Off the hallway, a spacious shower room/cloakroom is conveniently situated. In the cosy sitting room, you'll find comfortable sofas and charming period details with a characterful inglenook fireplace and wood-burning stove, offering warmth and comfort and the perfect spot to relax and unwind.

Upstairs, the landing leads to two enchanting bedrooms and a beautifully decorated bathroom with a shower. The bedrooms are thoughtfully curated with pretty soft furnishings and luxurious Hypnos beds, putting comfort and relaxation at the fore as the owls gently serenade you into a blissful night's sleep.

With footpaths straight out of the door, you can explore this stunning area, famed for its windswept walks and invigorating cycle rides through gentle valleys and woodland glades, leading up to nearby Milton Abbas and Bulbarrow Hill with its exceptional views across three counties. Just a pleasant drive away, Dorchester, Blandford, Shaftesbury, the Isle of Purbeck, Weymouth Beach and Lulworth Cove are all within easy reach of this fabulous hidden gem.

Additional Information:
Sorry, no pets.
Sorry, no infants or children under the age of 12 years.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Bedding is non-feather.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

643351

Frequently asked questions

Does Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester?

No, Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester?

No, pets are not allowed.

Foxearth - Winterborne Houghton, Dorchester Reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well furnished and laid out property. Definitely will appeal to someone to get away from it all even a strong phone signal and the gps can't even find the street! But peace and quiet with the lovely aroma of the gardens with fresh cut flowers in every room made it all worth the drive. The only noise you will hear are the sheep and cows in the fields and the very rare passing of a tractor or one of the neighbors in their car. We absolutely loved sitting on the patio and enjoying our coffee or snack and watching the bees work their way across all the flowers. Would definitely consider a return visit to continue our exploration of this side of England.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025