Guests say
Oke Apple Cottage receives glowing praise for its peaceful rural setting, beautiful views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage, the tranquil gardens, and the thoughtful touches provided by the owners. The property is well-equipped and ideal for couples seeking relaxation, with easy access to scenic walks and local attractions. Many guests appreciate the dog-friendly environment and the friendly presence of the owners’ dogs. While a few mention limited pub food availability early in the week, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended retreat.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as exceptionally clean and well-presented, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness. Guests consistently mention the high standard of cleanliness throughout their stay.
The location is frequently praised for its tranquillity, beautiful countryside views, and proximity to walking routes and attractions. Guests appreciate the peaceful, rural setting, though some note that a car is essential due to its secluded nature.
Comfort is a standout feature, with many guests highlighting the spacious, extremely comfortable beds and the cosy, well-equipped interiors. The cottage is described as perfect for relaxation and unwinding.
The cottage is generally described as well-equipped, with all essentials provided. A few guests mention minor suggestions for kitchen equipment, but overall, the facilities and maintenance are highly rated.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as homemade cake or crumble, fresh flowers, and dog-friendly amenities. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Okeford Fitzpaine 0.7 miles.
A delightful single-storey barn conversion, set in the grounds of the owners' 17th century thatched cottage, deep in the North Dorset countryside and close to the village of Okeford Fitzpaine, 2 miles from Sturminster Newton. Furnished and equipped to a high standard, this Dorset holiday cottage offers couples a perfect romantic, rural retreat. The Okeford Fitzpaine holiday cottage accommodation provides bright and cheerful open plan living, kitchen and dining areas, leading into the attractive bedroom, which offers flexible accommodation of either two single beds or a super king-size bed. From the kitchen, patio doors open out onto a private terrace with lovely views towards the adjacent farmland and hills beyond. Once outside the cottage, how about a swim in the attractive natural swimming pond, a lovely way to either start or end your day at this Dorset holiday cottage? The local Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers superb walks, and you will be rewarded with fine views across the Blackmore Vale from the wonderful Bulbarrow Hill, one of Dorset's highest points, just a short drive from your Dorset holiday cottage. There is an abundance of attractions to suit all tastes easily accessed from this Dorset holiday cottage, including ancient Sherborne, historic Shaftesbury, Stourhead House and gardens, as well as Dorset's magnificent Jurassic Coast. A peaceful, rural Dorset holiday cottage to be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Okeford Fitzpaine is a small village in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a few miles from the market town of Dorset. This area is ideal for walking, the coastline, Thomas Hardy country and towns such as Sherborne and Shaftesbury.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One super king-size double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame-effect fire.
Storage radiators with electric fire in sitting area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, small freezer, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Secure storage for bicycles.
Shared rear lawned garden with private patio and furniture.
Shared use of swimming pond.
One small well-behaved dog welcome (to be kept on a lead at all times due to livestock).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 20 mins walk.
Note: The owner has 4 dogs and there are chickens on site.
This property does not accept children under the age of 8.
Note: This property can only accommodate Friday changeovers for booking 7-nights and over between April - October.
Nearby points of interest
- The Dinosaur Museum
Reviews (113)
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Wendy
Simon and Fee made us extremely welcome and were available if needed but were not at all intrusive. We all had a fantastic break, even Pate (our dog) he made great friends with the owners dog and was made as welcome as we were, thank you so much for such an enjoyable few days
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Roger
The hosts were very friendly and helpful. It was perfect for us because we needed relaxation after a difficult year so far. We also loved the friendly dogs (and chicken!) and the garden was full of butterflies and singing birds. Magical!
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Paul
THE BIGGEST BED WE HAVE EVER SLEPT IN WITH BEAUTIFUL WHITE COTTON SHEETS, THE OWNERS FEE AND SIMON WERE FANTASTIC HOSTS. ALWAYS AROUND IF NEEDED. ON THIS OCCASION FOR US WE NEEDED SOME EXTRA SUPPORT AND THEY COULD NOT OF BEEN MORE KIND AND UNDERSTANDING. WOULD NOT HESITATE TO RETURN AND THOROUGHLY RECOMMEND A STAY HERE.