Places to stay in Shaftesbury

This converted stable apartment is situated just 2.7 kilometres from the charming town of Shaftesbury, known for its historic abbey and quaint shops. The property has received excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, promising a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The self-catering apartment sleeps four guests in two bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a private garden with a veranda, and access to a small lake and pond, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding countryside.

This seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom house in Shaftesbury, a short drive from Longleat Safari Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest, offers ample accommodation for large groups near Motcombe.
The property boasts a skittle alley, pool table, elephant playhouse, in-ground trampoline, gym, barbecue area, and indoor/outdoor dining spaces, sleeping up to 12 guests and including a seasonally heated swimming pool (April-September).

This charming cottage is situated just a short distance from Sedgehill, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside. The A350/A303 is easily accessible, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding region.
The cottage comfortably sleeps six guests in three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It features a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area with a wood burner, a private patio, an enclosed garden, a hot tub, a BBQ, underfloor heating, a smart TV, a washing machine, and ample parking.

Strawberry Lodge is a private annexe situated in the village of Fontmell Magna, on the edge of the Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 2km from the picturesque village of Fontmell Magna. The property has received excellent ratings for cleanliness, location and user experience.
The annexe offers a comfortable and spacious living area, with a large kitchen/dining room, a TV lounge, a separate sun lounge, and a walk-in shower room, accommodating up to 4 guests. Strawberry Lodge is equipped with a washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, and modern appliances, making it ideal for longer stays.

Royal Oak House, situated in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is conveniently located approximately 27km from Longleat Safari Park and 29km from Longleat House.
This seven-bedroom, six-bathroom property boasts 190 square metres of floor space, accommodating up to 27 guests and offering amenities such as a swimming pool, garden, free Wi-Fi, and free private parking, plus on-site games like pool and table tennis.

This three-bedroom cottage in Melbury Abbas, Dorset, is situated 5km from Shaftesbury and its iconic Gold Hill, offering easy access to Dorset's stunning coastline (45-56km).
The 45 square metre property boasts a spacious open-plan layout, a wood-burning stove, private hot tub, games barn access, and sleeps six guests, with two bathrooms, a kitchen including fridge and dishwasher, plus a swimming pool and jacuzzi.

This stylish barn conversion, sleeping eight, is situated in the Dorset countryside, 5km from Shaftesbury and within a 35-55km radius of Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth, Longleat Safari Park, and Monkey World.
The 45 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a swimming pool, jacuzzi, a well-equipped kitchen with a Lavassa coffee machine and Joules crockery, and a shared games room with table tennis and table football.

This Sedgehill cottage is located in a private hamlet, 2 miles from Shaftesbury with its shops, pubs, cafes, museum, and abbey ruins, and within 40 kilometers of Stonehenge and Bath.
This single-storey holiday home accommodates six guests in three bedrooms, featuring an open-plan living space with underfloor heating, a wood burner, a well-equipped kitchen, a garden with a hot tub and BBQ, and access to farm walks with animals.

New Inn Farmhouse, a charming farmhouse in Marnhull, North Dorset, is located a short walk from The Pure Drop Inn and close to the rolling hills of the North Dorset countryside. This two-bedroom farmhouse offers a tranquil escape for up to four guests, boasting a fully equipped kitchen, a jacuzzi, and a picturesque setting for exploring the surrounding countryside.

St James Cottage is a charming house in Shaftesbury, just a short drive from Salisbury Cathedral, Old Sarum, Longleat House and Longleat Safari Park. It has received excellent ratings for its location and user experience, with a good cleanliness rating.
The house has three bedrooms and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to four guests. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a peaceful garden, free Wi-Fi and parking.

This Shaftesbury holiday cottage is ideally situated a short 5-minute walk from both the Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden, with Cranborne Chase and Melbury Vale Winery within a 5km radius.
The 95 square metre property offers one bedroom, one bathroom, sleeps four guests, includes a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and stovetop, a cosy fireplace, and a peaceful garden; pets are welcome.

This 1-bedroom holiday home is situated in Shaftesbury, just 29 kilometres from Longleat Safari Park and Longleat House, and 34 kilometres from Salisbury Train Station, Salisbury Racecourse, and Salisbury Cathedral. The property offers a peaceful and relaxing environment, perfect for a getaway from the city.
The 45 square metre property can accommodate up to 2 guests and features a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge, a washing machine, and a garden with peaceful views. Guests can enjoy the outdoors in the private garden, and the home is within easy reach of major tourist attractions.

This self-contained annexe, converted from a former double garage, is situated within a 15-minute walk of Shaftesbury's historic town centre, placing Gold Hill, Abbey Ruins, and Park Walk within easy reach.
Accommodation for two includes a kitchenette, wet room, private off-road parking, and secure storage for pushbikes, with a small gravel outdoor area offering a private seating space and views over the Blackmore Vale.

This self-contained one-bedroom annex apartment in Donhead St Andrew, Wiltshire, is situated near the Wiltshire/Dorset border, 6.4km from Shaftesbury and 25.7km from Salisbury, offering easy access to major Wiltshire attractions.
The single-level flat sleeps two, includes a fridge and microwave, WiFi, private parking (despite challenging access), and a garden with stunning views (accessed via steps and slopes), making it ideal for a Wiltshire getaway.

This two-bedroom cottage is located in Shaftesbury, Dorset, a short, level walk (less than 1 km) from the town centre and its historic Gold Hill.
The self-catering property offers a fully equipped kitchen, modern bathroom with walk-in shower, private garden, parking, and sleeps up to four guests, featuring a cosy fireplace and Smart TV.

The Coach House is a converted property located in Shaftesbury, a charming Saxon hilltop town, just a 5-minute walk from the picturesque Gold Hill and the town centre. The surrounding area is steeped in history, with the famous Shaston Yew Tree, a 2000-year-old landmark, visible from the property.
The Coach House is a spacious self-catering property, ideal for families or groups of up to four people, with two bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. The property benefits from modern amenities, including superfast Wi-Fi, a washer/dryer, a Nespresso coffee machine, and electric heating with a heating app for convenient control. Guests can enjoy a private outdoor area with a table and chairs, perfect for al fresco dining, as well as free off-road parking for two cars.