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Prides Cottage

Prides Cottage, High Street, Child Okeford, nr Blandford Forum, Dorset, England

Tucked between two ancient hill forts is the pretty hamlet of Child Okeford. Snug in the middle of the village, opposite the post office, is Prides Cottage. This listed 17th-century thatch has all the lovely, quirky details you'd hope for – exposed beams, wonky windows, an ancient bread oven, even a secret staircase – yet manages to stay refreshingly light and airy. Expect white walls, contemporary lighting and sandy wooden floors covered by sumptuous Middle Eastern rugs (picked up by owners Kate and Richard on their travels). Upstairs, the two bedrooms are similarly bright with fresh white sheets and tasteful throws, the delightful master room with a high brass-knobbed bed and its own cast-iron fireplace. The second room is more compact but just tuck yourself into the window seat and catch the views – they stretch for miles up Hambledon Hill to the woods. If you're feeling energetic you can set off on the 184-metre hike to the top direct from your front door – or choose from one of ten walks from the village along the River Stour. On lazy days, relax in the enchanting cottage garden: its rockery, climbing pink rose and small terrace make it the perfect spot for summer dining.

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Posted: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Special events!

The beauty of rural Dorset is that there are not many special events- an exception is the Great Dorset Steam Fair (1-5 September 2010). During the summer there are lots of local agricultural and country shows, fetes and festivals

This information has been provided by the owner or management of Prides Cottage and is not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Prides Cottage

Contact: Kate Partridge & Richard Choat

Tel: +44 (0)20 763 98698/+44 (0)772 5245066
Sleeps: 4 + cot.
Rooms: 1 double, 1 twin/double, bath/shower room, shower room.
Price: £350 – £700. Short breaks available.at discounted rates
Closed: Rarely

Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available.

Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.

Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking.

Wireless internet access available for guests.

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Dishwasher
Electricity included
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
BBQ
Beach within 3 miles
Cooked meals available
Restaurant nearby
Short breaks possible
Extra bed/cot available
Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

Hambledon Hill Iron Age Fort & great walking & cycling on the doorstep
Georgian market town of Blandford Forum, 6 miles
Shaftesbury and Gold Hill (the one in the Hovis ad) 7 miles
UNESCO designated Jurassic Coast with cliffs and sandy beaches, 40 minutes
Excellent locally produced food and organic farm shop in village as well as 2 pubs
Country lanes, idyllic sleepy villages & wonderful countryside

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

Rush hour outside Prides Cottage

Spacious master bedroom with antique bed

Cosy beamed sitting room with door to rear patio with BBQ & garden

Secluded back garden

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: Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
: Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
: Working farm or vineyard.
: Wireless internet access available for guests.
: No smoking anywhere in the property.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
: Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
: Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
: Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.