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Thimble Cottage

3.0 star property
Cottage in Blandford Forum with kitchen

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Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Living area
Dining
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Property grounds
Thimble Cottage provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

Thimble Cottage

Cottage in Blandford Forum with kitchen
This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator and a dishwasher. An electric kettle and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available.
Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Blandford Forum cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers.
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

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • 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
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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

Property is also known as

Thimble Cottage Cottage
Thimble Cottage Blandford Forum
Thimble Cottage Cottage Blandford Forum

About the neighborhood

Located in Blandford Forum, this cottage is next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, while Blandford Forum Town Museum and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights. Skirmish Dorset and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Thimble Cottage Chapel Lane Winterborne, Stickland, Blandford Forum, England, Dt110ng

What's nearby

  • Blandford Forum Town Museum - 15 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 23 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • The Tank Museum - 26 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Wimborne Minster - 31 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 36 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 21 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Cat Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪cafe 65 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Anvil Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thimble Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thimble Cottage?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thimble Cottage?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thimble Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thimble Cottage located?

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

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