Guests say
Marlott Cottage offers a peaceful and picturesque setting just outside Shaftesbury, with guests praising its tranquil location, well-equipped kitchen, and helpful hosts. The property is comfortable for short stays and provides ample outdoor space, making it ideal for a relaxing break. However, some guests noted that the cottage could benefit from updates and improved cleanliness, and accessibility may be challenging for wheelchair users. While the open plan outdoor area is pleasant, it may not suit everyone, especially those sensitive to other guests’ pets.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, but one review mentioned dated décor and cobwebs, suggesting that cleanliness and maintenance could be improved.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and ideal for a quiet break, with easy access to Shaftesbury and lovely surroundings.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable and suitable for short stays, with particular mention of its suitability for those with some mobility needs, though not for wheelchair users.
The kitchen is well equipped and the outdoor space is appreciated, but some guests noted issues with internet and phone signal, as well as the need for property updates and better accessibility features.
Hosts are described as friendly, courteous, and helpful, contributing positively to guests’ experiences. Please note that specific gestures or gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this cottage has plenty of places to visit nearby, including Bournemouth, Longleat, Yeovil and Salisbury.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Cot. Please note: Couples and family bookings only.. All properties: Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. Unfenced grassed area suitable for play and access to several acres of farmland for walking. Private parking. Wheelchair access - adapted for assisted wheelchair users. No smoking on-site.. Situated in a courtyard of similar properties, these comfortable cottages are adjacent to the owners home and 8 acres of land, in the heart of the Blackdown Vale, an aonb, where the countryside is alive with deer, buzzards and pheasants, and just 4 miles south of Shaftesbury, where the famous Gold Hill is located. Nearby there is golf, gymnasium, fishing, 1 mile, and cycle paths and walking. Within easy driving, the historic towns of Blandford and Salisbury. Visit Longleat House and Safari Park, 22 miles, Stourhead House and Gardens, Kingston Lacey and Yeovil Air Museum, and the New Forest, where ponies roam, and the popular South Coast seaside resorts of Weymouth, 25 miles, Bournemouth and Poole, 22 miles. Stabling at cost by prior arrangement. Shops 3½ miles, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
Additional information Please bring own cot linen. Shared laundry room.
Cats are not allowed at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (5)
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NICHOLAS MALICKA
Very comfortable especially for my godmother with mobility needsTranquil setting and very helpful hosts
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Confirmed Guest
This was a comfy cottage for a stopover. Quite tiny so would only want to do a short stay. Lovely outdoor space, but it being open plan didn’t work for us as other guests dogs were not kept under control. Would have loved to have eaten outside as dining table and chairs were provided, but this was not possible for the aforementioned reason. Phone signal and internet not good. The nearest town, Shaftesbury, was a short drive away and a nice place to look around.
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Confirmed Guest
We chose this cottage because it was advertised as accessible, but unfortunately it did not meet our accessibility needs. The corridor leading to the toilet was so narrow that it was impossible to get a wheelchair through, which made the bathroom inaccessible. There were also no grab rails in the bathroom, and the multiple steps into the property would present significant challenges for anyone with reduced mobility. In addition, the floor surfaces throughout the cottage were uneven, creating further accessibility and safety concerns.On a more positive note, the surrounding area was beautiful, peaceful and very picturesque, making it a lovely location for a quiet break. The kitchen was well equipped with all the facilities we needed during our stay.However, the cottage itself felt quite tired and in need of some updating. The décor was dated, and there were numerous cobwebs which detracted from the overall impression of cleanliness and maintenance.While the location has a lot to offer, I would not recommend this property to wheelchair users or those requiring accessible accommodation, as the accessibility described in the listing did not reflect the reality of the property.