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View towards the character cottage second door on the right
Relax in the lounge
Pretty lounge with a window seat
Lounge leading to the kitchen
Well-equipped contemporary kitchen
Bright and airy kitchen/diner
Kitchen/dining area
Dining area leading to the enclosed garden
Your four legged friends will feel at home here
Double bedroom with an abundance of charm
Bedroom detail
Pretty double bedroom
Bedroom detail
Spacious shower room adjacent to the bedroom
Stylish shower room
Enclosed patio with small lawn area
Relax in the enclosed garden
View over the nearby village green
Quintessential village setting with a pretty church
1 / 19  View towards the character cottage second door on the right
2 / 19  Relax in the lounge
3 / 19  Pretty lounge with a window seat
4 / 19  Lounge leading to the kitchen
5 / 19  Well-equipped contemporary kitchen
6 / 19  Bright and airy kitchen/diner
7 / 19  Kitchen/dining area
8 / 19  Dining area leading to the enclosed garden
9 / 19  Your four legged friends will feel at home here
10 / 19  Double bedroom with an abundance of charm
11 / 19  Bedroom detail
12 / 19  Pretty double bedroom
13 / 19  Bedroom detail
14 / 19  Spacious shower room adjacent to the bedroom
15 / 19  Stylish shower room
16 / 19  Enclosed patio with small lawn area
17 / 19  Relax in the enclosed garden
18 / 19  View over the nearby village green
19 / 19  Quintessential village setting with a pretty church

Snowdrop Cottage - Thornford

Sherborne (3.5mls SW), Dorset
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 5
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Thatched
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Chocolate box thatched cottage with an abundance of charm in a pretty village location
  • Dog friendly cottage welcoming 6 dogs with beautiful walks nearby, great for your 4 legged friends
  • Ideally placed for exploring Dorset and the surrounding area with the coast a short distance away
Property code: 51018

Set in the pretty village of Thornford, this character cottage has been refurbished for summer 2017 and offers comfortable accommodation with spacious rooms and an abundance of charm. The village has a pub and shop and is surrounded by open countryside, making it the ideal spot for walkers and nature lovers. An abundance of pretty towns and villages are accessible from here, including the market town of Sherborne, which offers a great selection of artisan cafes, boutique shops and restaurants. Heading south from the cottage is the stunning Jurassic Coastline, which provides the ideal backdrop for all manner of outdoor pursuits, or take a trip into Somerset in the North, with its many attractions such as The Haynes Motor Museum, Ham Hill and Montacute House.

Steps lead you to the front door of this pretty terraced cottage. On entering the property, you are met by a cosy lounge with sofa bed, TV and DVD, making it the ideal place to relax after a day spent exploring. An archway leads you into the stylish contemporary kitchen/diner, which is well-equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. Rising from the lounge is a winding cottage style staircase, giving access to a bright and airy double bedroom with views over the street and an adjacent shower room with shower and WC.

Heading outside, you will find an enclosed courtyard with garden furniture and a small lawn area to the rear. Located directly outside of the kitchen it’s the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors.

  • 1 bedroom – double
  • Sleeps 2+2
  • Sofa bed
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine
  • Electric and night storage heating included
  • TV and DVD in lounge
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Ample roadside parking (subject to availability)
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Beach 17 miles
  • Shop and pub within walking distance
  • Please note Kings Arms pub will be closed between 3rd February -  20th February 2025,  2nd June - 10th June 2025 and September 29th - 7th October 2025
  • Regret no BBQ’s or smoking anywhere on the premises due to the thatch
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 5 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 38 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mandy 8th December 2024

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Our stay was absolutely lovely in this beautiful cottage. Had everything we needed for a wonderful week stay. Had the best shower & comfortable bed. was a brilliant location with some amazing walks with our dogs. The cottage is completely dog friendly with everything thought of to keep dogs safe & happy. Everyone in this village so helpful & friendRead morely. Had the best week. Thank you. :) Hide

Reviewed by Judith 15th November 2024

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Cottage is very clean and well equipped, everything you need is provided and especially we liked the fact our dogs were welcome and given treats and water already down for our arrival, we had treats too and the cottage was warm and cosy. Shower is amazing. Highly recommend the Kings Arms for excellent food.

Reviewed by Peter 11th November 2024

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Reviewed by Valerie 4th October 2024

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We had a lovely stay at snowdrop cottage, such a friendly village . The cottage was really warm and comfortable. We were welcomed with biscuits for both us and the dogs. We didn't expect to have a dish washer (happy husband) and a washing machine. Everything we needed was there right down to the kitchen roll and even doggy towel and bowl. We would Read morecertainly stay again if we visit the area again. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Mark 8th September 2024

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Lovely modern traditional cottage, very clean and well kept. Very dog friendly with a well fenced garden, in a very friendly little village. I would definitely recommend and stay again.

Reviewed by Nigel 14th June 2024

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A lovely will equipped cottage in a beautiful village and setting, ideally placed for visiting the North of Dorset & the east of Devon and the coast is only 45 mins away

Reviewed by Robert 31st May 2024

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A beautiful well kept cottage with all you need to spend a relaxing break. Thornford is a pretty village, great walks, local shop and superb pub with great food. Sherborne with its Castle and beautiful gardens are a delight. Cannot fault.

Reviewed by Madeleine 24th May 2024

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What a wonderful thatched cottage in such a lovely location. Extremely clean and very well equipped. Takes up to five dogs. The layout is great with patio and enclosed garden at the back. A lovely friendly pub within walking distance up the road. Its ideally situated to visit the coast and Sherborne. Surrounded by lots of history, interesting walksRead more and scenery. Staying at Snowdrop Cottage is a must for a lovely quiet break away taking you back in time for peace and tranquillity. A real find. Hide

Reviewed by Madeleine 11th May 2024

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A lovely cottage and friendly owner. Fully secure garden for the dog. Parking available on the road outside. Pretty village well situated for Sherborne and visiting the surrounding area. Good local pub within walking distance but closed on Monday and Tuesday. We stayed for 4 nights and would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Diane 4th May 2024

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Ideal cost cottage for a couple and their dogs! Friendly owner. Lovely little village and lots of beautiful places to visit. Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Lyme Regis are a must although they are all about an hours drive away but you pass though idyllic villages and towns on the way. Loved our holiday here.

Reviewed by Tracy 26th April 2024

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Cottage is situated in a lovely place. Clean and tidy upon arrival and the showers were amazing. Probably the best showers we have had in holiday accommodation. The locals are very friendly. The Kings Arms pub up the road does good food and generous portions. They too were very welcoming. Would love to come back and stay again.

Reviewed by Jennifer 22nd March 2024

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Very dog friendly as advertised, clean, everything as mentioned in its advert and a wonderful location.

Reviewed by Mark 1st March 2024

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Lovely cottage in a great location to explore the Jurassic coast

Reviewed by Lisa 22nd December 2023

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A beautiful cottage in a lovely village. The local pub is excellent with good food and is dog friendly. A great location to explore the local area.

Reviewed by Ivan 10th November 2023

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Ideal for a couple with dog(s), pub good food and beer, friendly staff and dogs welcomed.

Reviewed by Mike 30th October 2023

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Spotlessly clean cottage in lovely village.

Reviewed by Trevor 13th October 2023

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Excellent location clean and tidy property in a delightfully friendly village. And the owner is close by and very helpful

Reviewed by Richard 6th October 2023

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A great and charming thatched cottage with character offering excellent local facilities, including a local store, Post Office and a well run public house providing take away meals. Our three small terriers loved daily walks especially to a large field approximately one mile away past the local church to the end of a cul de sac and over a number ofRead more small bridges crossing a narrow stream. The local owner Amanda was very helpful and we hope to return for another visit to this popular cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Natalie 29th September 2023

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Good, well equipped cottage situated in a lovely village. Very convenient for the local shop and pub which served great meals and was dog friendly. Owner very friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed by Nancy 15th September 2023

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a lovely cottage to stay very good for dogs also post office handy too.

Reviewed by Angela 4th August 2023

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Generally the cottage is an ideal layout for people and dogs. It is comfortable and spacious with a modern kitchen and equipment/utensils. The rear garden is nicely laid out with a strip of grass for dogs and there is a patio and seating area for eating outside or just sitting in the sun. The location is very pretty with thatched cottages and good Read morewalks for dogs in a very scenic setting. Hide

Reviewed by Tracy 14th July 2023

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A lovely, well equipped cottage. Great location from which to explore Dorset, and Somerset. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Robert 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by IAN 2nd June 2023

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Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Soraya 15th May 2023

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Reviewed by Benjamin 13th May 2023

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It was a very short break for us, but loved the place. Clean and immaculate, everything working perfectly and nice to have parking right in front of it. Nice location base to visit that beautiful region. It was great value for us as we took advantage of a late cancellation and paid discounted rate (We think). Would be absolutely perfect if it had aRead more downstairs Toilet, but perhaps something for the future and not a deterrent to anyone looking for a small place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Kristina 5th May 2023

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Had a fantastic time - the cottage is comfy, upstairs spacious, everything spotlessly clean, very comfortable bed, garden completely enclosed and safe, great location to discover the whole National Park.

Reviewed by Karen 28th April 2023

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We really enjoyed ourselves staying in Snowdrop cottage in a lovely friendly village with our dog. The cottage still retains its character but with all modern facilities. With everything you need for a relaxing break. The cottage has a patio garden with comfortable seats to sit out, with a small grassed area all secure for your dog. So nice to findRead more a really dog friendly cottage. Lots of pathways to beautiful countryside so close. Would recommend a stay here in a great location Hide

Reviewed by Elaine 21st April 2023

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Very dog friendly. Cosy but modern. We had a fantastic holiday.

Reviewed by Jackie 7th April 2023

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Cottage was very clean, cosy and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious Location was quiet and peaceful with a shop and pub on the doorstep. Our dog was very settled too. We would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed by Jacquie 31st March 2023

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Super dog friendly cottage in lovely village with plenty of dog walks on the doorstep. Cottage was spotlessly clean and had everything required for a comfortable stay. Owner helpful and friendly and not at all intrusive. Village pub was friendly and served good food, also dog friendly. Great location for exploring Dorset and surroundings area.

Reviewed by Kim 6th March 2023

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Lovely stay, all home comforts with dogs and no worries We went on our honeymoon and used it as a base to visit Lyme Regis, Cheddar caves and could drop dogs at our own home to go out and about

Reviewed by Dave 13th February 2023

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Great cottage and very dog friendly

Reviewed by David 23rd January 2023

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Absolutely love this cottage, the owner thought of everything even down to the small details. We were very comfortable and our dogs settled in straight away. Best night sleep in a long time and the location was excellent for our needs. Beautiful wee village and good for dog walking. Pub was welcoming too which was a great bonus. If you walk 2 minutRead morees passed the pub then you will find an excellent dog walking field at the back of the village hall. We will definitely go back. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 16th January 2023

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Snowdrop Cottage was beautiful and perfect for our stay with our three boys! Thank you. The only negative was with the booking company - we needed to change the dates and only required 6 nights instead of 7. Still paid the same amount and charged another 75 for th change!

Reviewed by Simon 7th January 2023

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A well earned winter break, well busmans holiday but it was just perfect for the five hounds & their two staff comfortable, cosy & a lovely quiet location. We will be booking again & for a longer stay came back feeling recharged, a total switch off at snowdrop cottage

Reviewed by Trevor 24th December 2022

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Great place to stay very welcoming fantastic for those of us who love to walk with our dogs. The facilities in the cottages excellent for those who want to self cater but the location of the pub is also great after the walking as tired you out. The surrounding area has some great views and the village is really quaint. We had a great week and wouldRead more recommend the cottage to anyone. Hide

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View towards the character cottage second door on the right
Relax in the lounge
Pretty lounge with a window seat
Lounge leading to the kitchen
Well-equipped contemporary kitchen
Bright and airy kitchen/diner
Kitchen/dining area
Dining area leading to the enclosed garden
Your four legged friends will feel at home here
Double bedroom with an abundance of charm
Bedroom detail
Show 7 morePretty double bedroom

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