Escape to this charming lakeside cottage with its original 19th-century features, where you can unwind in the pretty garden or snuggle up by the woodburner. This 4-star self-catering retreat includes a fully equipped kitchen, private parking for two cars and Wi-Fi throughout.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace
The current price is AED 1,516
AED 1,516
AED 1,516 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne
Original features enhance this early 19th century lakeside cottage with views across the lake from the cottage garden.. Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Single Bed Available Upon Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair. Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river and lake within the grounds.. Dating back to the turn of the 19th century, this charming lakeside holiday cottage adjoins the owners’ farmhouse and is set amidst 300 acres of picturesque working farmland and countryside. Well-equipped to Visit Englands ‘4 Star’ standard, it retains many original features such as exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace with bread oven. It also boasts a pretty cottage garden with lovely views across the lake, home to a variety of birds. Historic Sherborne, 4 miles, has two castles and interesting antique and book shops.
There are myriad attractions throughout Dorset from the bustling seaside town of Bournemouth to pretty villages with thatched cottages. Don’t miss a visit to Lulworth Cove with the famous Durdle Door natural archway shaped into the a rocky outcrop. Poole is also popular, having the largest natural harbour in Europe. Enjoy a variety of water sports, or a gentler approach to unspoilt woodland and coastal walks.
Gold Hill is also worth a visit made famous by the popular TV advertisement for Hovis bread. Today apart from its quaint ‘chocolate box’ appeal, it is also home to the annual cheese run where locals and visitors alike race up the incredibly steep hill carrying a cheese roll weighing around 8 pounds.
Sandbanks, a narrow spit of land just south-west of Poole is known not only for its award winning beach, but also home to some of the most expensive properties in the world where you may also see ‘local’ celebrities.
For a more rural adventure, the New Forest National Park is a special place to visit all year round where wild ponies roam freely.
Tennis, riding, golf and sailing locally. Shops and good pubs 1 mile.
There are low banisters at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Sherborne is home to this cottage. Yeovil Country Park and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gartell Light Railway and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre. Westlands Sports and Fitness Centre and Badger Watch Dorset are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Sherborne travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne on 19 March 2026 start from AED 1,516, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne located?
Situated in Sherborne, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Sherborne Castle and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre and Sherborne Museum. Global Images Gallery and St John's Almshouses are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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2 bedroom accommodation in Goathill, near Sherborne Reviews
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This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jill Leeson
8 August 2025
Idyllic location, beautiful cottage with everything we needed.
Idyllic location, beautiful cottage with everything we needed. Friendly welcome. Central location meant we were able to easily visit many places from Stonehenge to Lyme Regis and beyond.
Beautiful cottage with a fabulous fireplace, a must for a winter break. The setting on a working farm was just lovely and the children were treated to a visit to the lambs, calves and ducklings. The hosts were so helpful. Would love to return. Thank you
victoria s.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Tracey Angela
26 October 2020
A lovely cottage with a great fire burner.
A lovely cottage with a great fire burner. We received a lovely welcome from the owner and she very kindly supplied us with some fresh eggs from the chickens. The cottage is located in a small village outside of Sherbourne with Sherbourne itself having several nice pubs/restaurants to eat in if you don’t fancy cooking. Would highly recommend
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Tracey Angela
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10/10 Excellent
Claire
19 October 2020
Lovely top notch property in a lovely location, all good quality and well presented.
Lovely top notch property in a lovely location, all good quality and well presented. Every thing you could need or wish for, a really peaceful and appealing rural property, owned and managed by a charming , hardworking farming family who are the perfect hosts.
We had a fantastic stay and hope to return in the future, one of the best holidays we have ever had. Thankyou very much.
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Claire
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10/10 Excellent
Dawn
12 October 2020
Lovely comfortable cottage in a superb rural location.
Lovely comfortable cottage in a superb rural location. Really clean and well equipped, a perfect place to escape to!!!
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Dawn
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8/10 Good
Alison
6 October 2020
The only problem I think we had was possibly the location in North Dorset but I think that was more
The only problem I think we had was possibly the location in North Dorset but I think that was more our fault of the property itself.
The property itself was well equipped and clean and it was handy having the owner next door.
Overall great value for money and a peaceful location
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Alison
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10/10 Excellent
Stephen
27 September 2020
Lovely cottage in beautiful peaceful location on a working farm.
Lovely cottage in beautiful peaceful location on a working farm. Wonderful wildlife and lovely walks, a perfect relaxing holiday, thank you so much. Looking forward to another visit!!
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Stephen
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10/10 Excellent
Kornelia
18 September 2020
We had a really wonderful stay , everything you needed was there for you.
We had a really wonderful stay , everything you needed was there for you. The host Alexa and her Husband are incredibly lovely hosts - nothing was to much trouble.
Watching the Cows go by to be milked and the Sheep grazing from our Cottage was just amazing!!
If you like nature and rural beauty you will not be disappointed!! :)
We are looking forward to stay there again as we had a truly wonderful time :)x
Thank you for making our stay the memorable xx
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Kornelia
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10/10 Excellent
Carly
18 July 2020
Lovely cottage stay, beautiful location and lucky to see deer grazing in the fields.
Lovely cottage stay, beautiful location and lucky to see deer grazing in the fields. Children loved watching the cows coming in to be milked. Friendly owner. Some great day trips under an hour away ( and some much closer including Sherborne castle)...
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Carly
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10/10 Excellent
katherine
7 October 2019
Absolutely gorgeous place.
Absolutely gorgeous place. Really cosy, spacious, beautiful farmhouse with old beams and lovely fireplace. Everything is there in abundance including homemade cakes on arrival! Wonderful stay thankyou very much!
katherine
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10/10 Excellent
Glen
3 October 2019
This is a very well equipped and comfortable cottage.
This is a very well equipped and comfortable cottage. It is attached to the owners’ farmhouse and the owner is very pleasant and helpful. The nearby village has a few amenities but Sherborne is very close with a Sainsbury ( next to the station) and a Waitrose that we didn’t find. There are plenty of places of interest nearby to visit.
Glen
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10/10 Excellent
Janette
24 September 2019
Peaceful cottage in a beautiful setting.
Peaceful cottage in a beautiful setting. Lazy afternoons spent relaxing in the garden watching the wildlife on the lake and the cows going to be milked. Cosy evenings with the log burner. Well equipped and a real home from home.
Janette
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10/10 Excellent
Richard
17 August 2019
Beautiful location, very clean and well equipped.
Beautiful location, very clean and well equipped.
The owner was very helpful but not intrusive.
There are many things to do in the area and the coast is easily accessible by car.
The nearby town of Sherborne is well worth a visit with several good restaurants.
Richard
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10/10 Excellent
Lulu
6 July 2019
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I couldn't fault anything
Lulu
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10/10 Excellent
Vickie
16 June 2019
Our second stay and not our last.
Our second stay and not our last. Great welcome from the family and a wonderful place to stay. Very comfy cottage with everything you could need.Very peaceful location but only a short drive to Sherborne. Surrounded by wildlife ....... wonderful.
Vickie
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10/10 Excellent
Nick
4 June 2019
Beautiful location and great house.
Beautiful location and great house.
Nick
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10/10 Excellent
Robyn
24 April 2019
This was our seventh visit to the wonderful farm cottage.
This was our seventh visit to the wonderful farm cottage. Wonderfully equipped, comfortable with everything to make our holiday stay extremely enjoyable. There are wonderful walks to be enjoyed right from the door and plenty to see in the surrounding area.
Robyn
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10/10 Excellent
23 April 2019
A lovely cottage and beautiful farm setting.
A lovely cottage and beautiful farm setting. Would highly recommend.