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Looking towards the cottages
Quiet spot to sit by one of the lakes
Shared indoor leisure pool
Step into the light and airy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner
Lounge area with electric effect wood burner fire
Kitchen/dining area
Prepare breakfast before heading out for the day
Delightful kitchen area
Dining area
Plenty of room around the dining table
Double bedroom with a four-poster bed
Cosy bunk bedroom
Bathroom
Looking towards the cottage
Outdoor seating area with far reaching rural views
Plan your days out
Perfect spot for al fresco drinks
Shared children's play area with countryside views
Lots of space outdoors for all the family to enjoy
Shared indoor swimming pool
Pretty driveway leading to the cottages
Explore the shared grounds and lakes
1 / 22  Looking towards the cottages
2 / 22  Quiet spot to sit by one of the lakes
3 / 22  Shared indoor leisure pool
4 / 22  Step into the light and airy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner
5 / 22  Lounge area with electric effect wood burner fire
6 / 22  Kitchen/dining area
7 / 22  Prepare breakfast before heading out for the day
8 / 22  Delightful kitchen area
9 / 22  Dining area
10 / 22  Plenty of room around the dining table
11 / 22  Double bedroom with a four-poster bed
12 / 22  Cosy bunk bedroom
13 / 22  Bathroom
14 / 22  Looking towards the cottage
15 / 22  Outdoor seating area with far reaching rural views
16 / 22  Plan your days out
17 / 22  Perfect spot for al fresco drinks
18 / 22  Shared children's play area with countryside views
19 / 22  Lots of space outdoors for all the family to enjoy
20 / 22  Shared indoor swimming pool
21 / 22  Pretty driveway leading to the cottages
22 / 22  Explore the shared grounds and lakes

Humming Bird Cottage

Sherborne (2mls S), Dorset
Visit England rating: 4 stars
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Swimming pool
Towels included
Cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Rural retreat tucked away in a peaceful location with direct access to miles of country walks
  • Private patio seating area and use of expansive grounds
  • Stroll around the on-site lakes, home to an abundance of wildlife

Property code: FOLKI

This property is located in the beautiful mid-Dorset countryside surrounded by far reaching views. The rural location is perfect for those who enjoy country walks and a gate at the edge of the property’s extensive gardens leads directly onto a network of footpaths. One of the main draws of Dorset is the spectacular World Heritage Jurassic Coast and the beaches at Weymouth, West Bay, and Lulworth Cove are all located within thirty miles of the property, each offering their own unique seaside experience.

On arrival at this barn conversion property, guests first come to the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with its beamed ceiling, wood burner-effect electric fire, TV/DVD, comfy seating area and dining table seating four. The kitchen area occupies one corner of the room and is equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and washer/dryer. The property has two bedrooms, the first of these being a double bedroom with sumptuous four-poster bed and a door leading to the outside seating area. The second bedroom, meanwhile, is a cosy bunk room. The bathroom, located close to the bedrooms, offers a shower-over-bath and WC.

Outside, there is a private unenclosed garden with a patioed seating and a lawn, for which the owners have provided garden furniture. Beyond this, there are extensive shared gardens for guests to enjoy, which include two lakes, and a children’s play area with a climbing frame, slide, and plenty of space for playing games. A wonderful addition to the property is the shared indoor heated swimming pool, which is open daily from 8.30am -8pm, although guests should be aware that this may sometimes be booked out for private use. (There is an up-to-date timetable provided onsite).

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 double four poster bed and 1 bunk bedroom
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath, and WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and washer/dryer
  • 1 dog welcome, dogs are politely requested to be kept under control on leads when out in the shared grounds
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Shared indoor heated pool - each cottage will have a designated 2 hour slot each day (varying times) for the pool, with sole use of the pool - times will be displayed in the cottage on arrival
  • Pub and shop 0.5 miles, beach 30 miles
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Chris 28th October 2024

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Lovely cottage and grounds in a beautiful location. Swimming pool is wonderful and really warm. Sherborne is also an amazing town with lots of good pubs and restaurants.

Reviewed by Sarah 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by David 6th September 2024

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Reviewed by David 30th August 2024

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Such a lovely cottage, we felt like at home. Lovely setting in rural Dorset. Very quiet

Reviewed by Dawn 7th June 2024

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This cottage far exceeded our expectations. It was so well equipped, the owners had thought of absolutely everything for a comfortable stay. We love biking so the location was perfect for us, quiet country lanes on the doorstep, amazing grounds and walks . Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Richard 24th May 2024

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Lovely cottage in a great location, views were excellent. Well furnished and great facilities.

Reviewed by Lucy 10th May 2024

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The cottage we stayed in was just lovely - very rustic and rural with a huge grassy garden which backed onto a field with lambs. The kids enjoyed the little play area and loved having a pool onsite! The kitchen is well stocked and everything is in excellent condition. The price is very reasonable, probably because you have a bit of a drive to be anRead moreywhere, but that is part of the appeal. We loved it! Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 3rd May 2024

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Amazing location. Very peaceful and tranquil. Perfect for a family holiday with a fenced playground and beautiful grounds around the property to explore. The indoor swimming pool was a big hit, especially for rainy days.

Reviewed by Lucy 8th March 2024

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We loved our break at Folke Manor Cottages! The cottages are in a beautiful rural location with stunning views but only ten minutes away from Sherborne and the supermarket. We came primarily to walk in the area (the walking is great!) and it was such a treat to get home and relax in the pool. We would definitely come again. Thank you for a great stRead moreay! Hide

Reviewed by Vicky 24th November 2023

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Wow what a beauty. Idyllic setting. Indoor swimming pool very warm. Cottage very warm and well supplied..including towels,tea towels,washing up liquid,dishwasher tablets, washing powder,scourers etc. Very accommodating with the dog. So relaxing. You can walk for miles without taking the car. Owners always accessible but not in your face.We will cerRead moretainly be booking again for next year. An absolute jewel in Dorset's crown. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 22nd September 2023

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Really lovely property in an idyllic location with great facilities. The property was clean and tidy throughout, well appointed and with wonderful views over the Dorset countryside. We found the pool rota system and good and useful approach, the pool was excellent.

Reviewed by Laura 8th September 2023

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Unfortunately the cottage was quite dirty (floor v dirty, cobwebs everywhere, hairs in shower.) The garden and surroundings however we're wonderful as was the lovely warm pool.

Reviewed by Alan 1st September 2023

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This was our second visit this year. Lovely setting and facilities. Easy to get anywhere by car. The views around are spectacular.

Reviewed by Philip 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Maarten 14th July 2023

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Had a wonderful time in this cosy cottage. Would return in a heartbeat. Lots of outside space, a sense of being alone while there are other cottages on site. Great location for visiting the area. Clean and well in order with all things you need for a short getaway.

Reviewed by Chris 7th July 2023

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Cottage was great swimming pool was ideal for the kids amd football pitch much used.

Reviewed by Alan 30th June 2023

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Lovely accommodation. We would stay again and recommend to others.

Reviewed by Wendy 24th June 2023

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Lovely cottage with beautiful views for miles and very peaceful, also a lovely indoor swimming pool and the grounds are stunning, would recommend

Reviewed by Alan 12th May 2023

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Reviewed by Jon 24th March 2023

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The accommodation was warm and comfortable and in a lovely location.

Reviewed by Sarah 16th November 2022

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The cottage was cosy and very warm, it's really away from it all if you want a nice relaxing break. Lovely walks, our dog had a great time! Pretty grounds and the swimming area was great, really warm both in the swimming room and the heated pool. Very quiet and didn't hear anyone else around.

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Looking towards the cottages
Quiet spot to sit by one of the lakes
Shared indoor leisure pool
Step into the light and airy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner
Lounge area with electric effect wood burner fire
Kitchen/dining area
Prepare breakfast before heading out for the day
Delightful kitchen area
Dining area
Plenty of room around the dining table
Double bedroom with a four-poster bed
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Location

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