Nestled in the picturesque hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin, Lower Fifehead Farm is a 17th century farmhouse with characterful charm. Enjoy family time together in the spacious kitchen and breakfast room or alfresco dining on the undercover porch area. With a tennis court, walled front garden and large lawned rear garden there's plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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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.
Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms
Lower Fifehead Farm nestles in the picturesque hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin, and is surrounded by 400 acres of beautiful rolling countryside. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty dotted with numerous pretty villages, and close to the majestic Bulbarrow Hill which is the second highest point in Dorset, the location is ideal for walking, cycling and exploring. The generous and characterful 17th century farmhouse has plenty of charm, with original mullion windows and their rope twist detailing being mentioned in Nikolaus Pevsner's County Guide book, "The Buildings of England", which remains the definitive inventory of England's architectural heritage.
With an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove in the large sitting and dining room, a family snug and games room with second wood burning stove, and a spacious kitchen and breakfast room with island and Aga, there is plenty of space for all of the family to gather and share time together. On the ground floor there is also a useful cloakroom with laundry area, and double doors from the kitchen lead to the undercover porch area which has been set up for alfresco dining. On the first floor are five comfortable bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room; and there is a family bathroom with roll top bath, and a separate family shower room. Outside, the house enjoys a walled front garden, and the large lawned rear garden also has a full-size tennis court with artificial surface making it suitable for playing tennis or football all year round. Sturminster Newton is close by and the popular towns of Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Blandford and Dorchester are all within easy reach. With the Jurassic Coast less than 45 minutes drive away, Lower Fifehead Farm is the perfect choice for a family holiday and fun times together. Additional Information: A travel cot and high chair available on request. Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Tennis court available year round. There is almost no mobile signal in the property. Either switch to WiFi calls or you can get a signal in the garden. *Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Wood stove
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Guidebooks
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling 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
Unit size: 11 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
600890
About the area
Located in Sturminster Newton, this cottage is in a rural area. Sturminster Newton Mill and Shillingstone Railway Project are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Melbury Vale Winery and Ashley Wood Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Badger Watch Dorset. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Sturminster Newton travel guide
Is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lower Fifehead Farm - characterful 17th century farmhouse that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms located?
This family-friendly Sturminster Newton cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sturminster Newton Mill and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Shillingstone Railway Project are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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