Dorset Eco Retreats - Luxury Cottage In Dorset

A splendid collection of three unique eco retreats situated in rural and beautiful North Dorset, each enjoying a wood fired hot tub and enviable views of Bulbarrow and The Blackmore Vale. Perfect for extended families or group of friends to celebrate a special occasion together, whilst allowing privacy and the comfort of individual dwellings. Each of the eight bedrooms has its own en-suite and comprise of six king-size bedrooms and two twin bedrooms with 3′ single beds across the three exceptional properties.

Located on a working farm with the Wessex Ridgeway on the doorstep, Eco Retreats at Ansty comprise of Bracken and Fern, both accommodating six guests; and Bramble with accommodation for a further four guests. Each of these stunning retreats is single-storey and open-plan with a ground source heat pump providing underfloor heating throughout, a decadent wood fired hot tub, and a cosy wood burning stove, amongst many other superb features.

With the Wessex Ridgeway on your doorstep, walking opportunities are endless. If you feel inclined, wander into the village of Ansty via a quiet lane and across a bridleway, where you will find a charming farm shop, post office and good local pub. Ansty can be reached in around 15 minutes on foot, otherwise in around 3 minutes by car.

Each eco retreat is also available to book individually; Bracken (sleeps six guests); Fern (sleeps six guests) and Bramble (sleeps four guests) so please check the individual properties if the collective shows as booked

Check in/ Checkout Times

Check in: 4:00 pm | Check out: 10:00 am

Accommodation Description

BRACKEN
All Ground Floor Accommodation with underfloor heating throughout:
Open-plan kitchen, sitting room and dining room
Kitchen area

With electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher.
Utility room
With washing machine.
Sitting room area
With a wood burning stove, generous comfortable seating, Freeview television and bi-fold doors to terrace.
Dining room area
With seating for six guests.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom three
With twin single 3' beds.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.

FERN
All Ground Floor Accommodation with underfloor heating throughout:
Open-plan kitchen, sitting room and dining room
Kitchen area

With electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave.
Utility room
With washing machine.
Sitting room area
With a wood burning stove, generous comfortable seating, Freeview television and bi-fold doors to terrace.
Dining room area
With seating for six guests.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom three
With twin single 3' beds.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.

BRAMBLE
All Ground Floor Accommodation with underfloor heating throughout:
Open-plan kitchen, sitting room and dining room
Kitchen area

With electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer and microwave.
Utility room
With washing machine.
Sitting room area
With a wood burning stove, generous comfortable seating, television with Freeview and bi-fold doors to terrace.
Dining room area
With seating for four guests.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed.
En-suite bathroom
With copper free standing bath, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a king-size bed.
En-suite shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
Each property has its own terrace and garden with far-reaching rural views.
Wood fired hot tub per property - please see Additional Information and refer to the house notes in the property.
A barbecue with initial supply of a small charcoal pack is provided during the summer months.
Parking for up to eight cars.

Additional Information:
A travel cot and highchair are available in each property on request.
Sorry, no pets.
Each property has use of its own private wood fired hot tub with logs provided. Please read full instructions on the operation and safety of the hot tub which can be found in the house folder. Please do not use detergents or toiletries in the hot tub. Please supervise children at all times around the hot tub when the cover is off and be aware that the firebox will be hot when lit and the water can also get very hot without supervision.
The property is not suitable for stag and hen parties.
Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. The speed/service may vary from time to time. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor the Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.

  • Child Friendly
  • Countryside
  • Cycling Friendly
  • Detached
  • Dishwasher
  • Family Friendly
  • Ground floor bed
  • High Chair Available
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet
  • Luxury
  • Near a Shop
  • Near Walks
  • Open Fire / Log Burner
  • Parking Available
  • Pub Nearby
  • Short Breaks Allowed
  • Travel Cot
  • Washing Machine

About the area

A 3 minute drive away (or a pleasant walk down a quiet lane and across the bridleway), is the village of Ansty where you can purchase your provisions at the Brewery Farm Shop, selling meat, fruit and vegetables, newspapers etc. A post office is also open here on weekday mornings.

Opposite the farm shop is the welcoming village pub, The Fox Inn, serving excellent food.

Other good local pubs include The Hambro Arms in the beautiful village of Milton Abbas, 15 minutes' drive away; The Brace of Pheasants at Plush, aprox 20 minutes' drive away; and The River Arms at Cheselbourne, 10 minutes' drive away.

The coast can be reached by car in aprox 35 minutes. We recommend Ringstead Bay, a pebble beach, popular with families and walkers. There is a cafe in the car parking field serving excellent, locally caught fish and chips. For a sandy beach, visit Weymouth Bay or a little further afield, Studland Bay in the Purbecks, which is a beautiful sandy beach with a car ferry across to Sandbanks.

For walkers, there are numerous opportunities and routes, with the Wessex Ridgeway literally on your doorstep.