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The Old Stables

3.5 star property
Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking

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Dining
Game room
TV, DVD player, foosball
Cottage | Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
At The Old Stables, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Old Stables

Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking
This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/game room, a garden, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available.
Guest accommodations at this cottage offer DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • Virtual front desk

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

Old Stables House Blandford Forum
Old Stables Blandford Forum
The Old Stables Cottage
The Old Stables Blandford Forum
The Old Stables Cottage Blandford Forum

About the neighborhood

Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. Blandford Forum Town Museum and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skirmish Dorset and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Wimborne Model Town. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Blandford Forum, England

What's nearby

  • Blandford Forum Town Museum - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Wimborne Minster - 32 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 39 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Durdle Door - 48 min drive - 24.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 23 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Black Cat Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪cafe 65 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Anvil Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Stables pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Old Stables?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Stables?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Stables?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Stables located?

Set in Blandford Forum, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blandford Forum Town Museum, and Shillingstone Railway Project. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Ashley Wood Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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