The open plan kitchen/dining-room with doors out to the conservatory is perfect for socialising in.
A detached Dorset home with space for everyone.
Light the wood-burner and feel your stress melt away.
Drift off to a peaceful slumber in bedroom 2.
The patio area is drenched in morning sunshine so treat yourself to an al fresco breakfast.
Welcome to Freshfields.
How could you not fall in love with this fabulous kitchen?
There will be a wonderful Dorset hamper ready for your arrival.
Holiday meals at the ready... (there are two more chairs available to use at the table).
Just off the kitchen/dining-room there is a sunny conservatory with doors to the patio.
The kitchen can be accessed via the sitting-room and the hallway giving a wonderful flow to this house.
Cosy up with a good book.
The lawns wrap around the house so there is plenty to explore. Please take care with the differing levels and steps.
On the ground floor there is a handy WC and shower.
Even the landing is gorgeous!
Calming tones ensure total relaxation in bedroom 1...
...with gorgeous countryside views and an en suite shower-room.
A fabulous shower to rinse off after a day exploring.
Plenty of space for your holiday clothes.
Bedroom 3 has a super comfy double bed.
Coffee in bed admiring the view?
A sweet single completes the bedrooms.
You'll never want to get out of the bath...
... bliss!
Make use of the table-tennis table in the car port.
Freshfields is in a very private, secluded spot.
Keep your eyes peeled for the driveway entrance.
Looking back down the driveway.
Stunning Sherborne Abbey.
Dorset countryside is truly wonderful.
Enjoy an ice cream or boat trip at West Bay.
Head further east in the county to the Purbecks and watch the sun set over Corfe Castle.
Freshfields
57069.1 miles N of Dorchester | Sleeps 7 + cot
7 Nights from £881
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
A family friendly pub with acres of gardens, a skittle alley and pygmy goats to say hello to! Food is locally sourced and made in house with daily specials on offer. The kids will love the play bus and crazy golf.
November 2021
Great village pub
We recently stayed in the village, and came across this great village pub, a very warm welcome and wonderful food. A real community hub with events to keep both the locals and visitors entertained.
Nearby beach
Bowleaze Cove Beach nestles into Dorset's stunning Jurassic Coast, sitting at the far end of the sandy arch stretching from Weymouth. A sand and pebble mix, Bowleaze Beach is dog-friendly year-round and there are facilities nearby. It is popular amongst families in the summer, as well as anglers and water sports enthusiasts.
November 2024
Not very picturesque
I feel there are better, more scenic beaches in the area. Good views when facing out to sea, but otherwise the buildings and attractions are not very picturesque.
Nearby walk
Open daily from 1st February to the end of December and with free parking in the car park opposite, a wander around these gardens is a must. The trail around the garden is about a mile long and is a lovely way to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Nearby town
A pretty village on the river Wiggle, worth a visit to see the honey coloured limestone cottages. At the heart of the village you'll find the Oak House Stores, a grade II listed building famed for its cheese and local produce.
September 2020
The Old School Gallery and Cafe
Home made light lunches and cakes - very delicious! Plus a shop selling unusual gifts and Local produce. Highly recommended.
Also nearby
A lovely traditional pub in the heart of the village with a great reputation for home cooked food and seasonal produce. Food is served daily apart from Monday lunch time. Dogs are welcome.
July 2024
Lovely friendly pub
Friendly and excellent food!
November 2023
Visits to the pub
We were made to feel welcome. Log fire burning, lovely furniture to relax on, drinks high standard, staff friendly and helpful. We were on holiday staying in the village. They do a pie night on Mondays. We enjoyed the chicken and chorizo choice and veg perfectly cooked. Excellent puds. Just sad that there were not many customers on a couple of nights when we went. I hope more locals support them in the future.
August 2023
Lovely friendly local pub you can walk to
A great pub for a drink or a meal. Food was very good and staff were so friendly. Would really recommend and its great to be able to walk there and back from the Old Mill.
October 2022
Closed
This pub is closed. We hope it reopens as we had two excellent meal there last year on our visit to the area.
February 2022
Wonderful friendly pub
We booked in advance and had a lovely family evening meal last Sat night. The pub owner made us feel very welcome and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The food was fabulous and very reasonably priced.
Visit the world-famous gardens at Stourhead and sit amongst tranquil scenes. Described as ‘a living work of art’, the gardens lead visitors on a breath-taking journey. Spend a while in the 18th Century Palladian villa and Hoare family home, before wending your way around the grounds, falling in love with the beautifully thought out landscapes and classical architecture.
November 2021
Beautiful landscapes to explore
A short drive away and you're in the impressive landscape of Stourhead, with its magnificent trees, lake and iconic garden structures. We visited early November when the autumn colours were blazing. A perfect morning out, whether for a lazy amble round the lake or exploring the footpaths to viewpoints and monuments. Good National Trust cafe and shop too.
June 2021
A highlight of our 5 night stay
We stayed in nearby Nunney for 5 nights. Stourhead was definitely our top pick. On a sunny day it was absolutely beautiful. The scenery is stunning and it was nice to have a well-earned ice-cream in the pretty courtyard of the pub after a good walk. There are plenty of spots for taking beautiful pictures. We'd be interested to return one Autumn or see it covered in snow too.
October 2014
Magical!
This is the most beautiful place you can imagine - the walk around the lake, dropping into the various buildings and grottoes, is breathtaking. All I can say is you really must visit.
September 2013
Superb
A wonderful must in Dorset. Great gardens and interesting house. Well worth a visit.
Named after the legendary Dorset cheese (Monty Python fans may recall it mentioned in the 'Cheese Shop Sketch'). The Blue Vinny has a great menu (naturally, featuring dishes such as sirloin steak glazed with Blue Vinny, with wild mushrooms and hand cut chips), and a lovely big beer garden to sleep it all off.
May 2024
Rosie Whittaker
Good food at reasonable prices. The staff are helpful and friendly. Dog friendly.
August 2023
Great pub
5 minutes walk from the Beehive, it is friendly and dog-friendly. On a chilly evening being able to all sit inside is a bonus. Food was excellent value, with a more imaginative menu than many busy pubs manage. We ate there as often as we could.
January 2023
Meal and drinks
Lovely meal with friendly staff
Crisp white table linen, impeccable service and fabulous food.
September 2020
Amazing Food
If you are looking for something a bit more than pub food you can't beat Plumber Manor - the food is outstanding, very relaxed and in the present difficult circumstances excellent safety measures! Well worth a visit
July 2011
Excellent food in beautiful country house. In all guides. Welcoming atmosphere. A special night out.
Bulbarrow Hill is probably the best known hill in Dorset and is a chalk hill site of an Iron Age hill fort - the name comes from barrows or burial mounds on the hill. Standing at 274m (899ft) high and giving the longest view in Dorset, with spectacular views over five counties, Bulbarrow Hill is the second highest point in Dorset and is a very popular beauty spot.
July 2011
Spectacular views over rolling country side. Breathtaking and unspoilt. The "top of the world".
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