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Two award-winning self-catering houses nestling in 1000 acres of Dorset farmland. Just 5 miles from Dorchester and 10 from Weymouth; a perfect location for a family holiday, quiet break or special celebration.
The exceptional accommodation has been restored to the highest standards, with quality fittings throughout. Both Dove House and Swallows are located at the end of a mile long tree-lined drive.
Dove House sleeps 13 in 7 en-suite bedrooms. There is a large, enclosed garden area with patio and garden furniture, and exclusive use of an indoor heated swimming pool. Dove House is spacious, peaceful and luxurious making it perfect for larger groups and ideal for a family holiday or small company training retreat.
Swallows is designed for 4 people to share in comfort and is furnished to the same high standard as Dove House. On the ground floor with easy access and its own walled garden Swallows is totally separate and private from Dove House, but it is just a short walk when they are taken together. Swallows has a double and twin/double bedrooms, both are en-suite.
| Room / Unit Type | Capacity | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|---|
| Dove House | 13 | from £2100.00 to £4000.00 per unit per week |
| Swallows | 4 | from £400.00 to £700.00 per unit per week |
* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
This accommodation cannot be booked online, please contact the accommodation provider direct. More information about the property and contact details can be found by clicking on the accommodation name.
From A37 to Dorchester
As you leave Grimstone you will see a small white thatched cottage on the right. Please turn right beside it (signposted to Winterbourne Abbas and Muckleford). Follow this road over 2 small bridges, past large white house on the right, round a sharp right bend, sharp left bend and up hill. The road flattens out and there is a wood on the right. There is a wide tarmac entrance into the woods opposite a telegraph pole.
From Dorchester South railway station
Take A35 towards Bridport. Take right turn in bottom of big dip in road towards Compton Valence. At small crossroads turn right to Muckleford/Grimstone. Go up hill, through dairy farm and take 2nd left into woods opposite telegraph pole. Swallows is at end of 1 mile drive.
