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The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly

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The Old Stables offers a tranquil countryside getaway in East Holme village. Families unwind in beautiful gardens and make use of water park access during their stay. This farmhouse retreat provides practical amenities including in-room WiFi and parking space for two vehicles.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

About the neighborhood

Located in Wareham, this country house is in a rural area and near the beach. Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. The Blue Pool and Tea House and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Wareham travel guide
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East Holme, England

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal area with a rocky cliff, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.
    Dorset National Landscape
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The ruins of a medieval stone structure with arches and towers, surrounded by greenery.
    Corfe Castle
    9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with cliffs, a beach, and clear blue waters.
    Lulworth Cove
    14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • A clear blue sea with a rocky arch formation.
    Durdle Door Beach
    21 min drive - 13.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with a natural rock arch formation, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the sea.
    Durdle Door
    25 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Wareham Station
    8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • treetops cafe
    7 min drive
  • 29029
    5 min drive
  • Orchard Tea Room
    19 min walk
  • Thunderbird
    8 min drive
  • Monkey World Cafe
    6 min drive

About this property

The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly

  • The Old Stables is a four-bedroom detached holiday home which sleeps 6 adults and 2 children. Located in the small village of East Holme, approximately halfway between Wareham and Wool. This spacious property provides impressive accommodation, superb gardens and offers a delightful location for an enjoyable family holiday.

    The comfortable living room is perfect for relaxing together, with cosy seating, an open fire for cooler evenings, and doors opening onto the garden. The kitchen and dining space offers a sociable heart to the home, featuring a farmhouse-style table, garden access, and all the essentials for easy self-catering, plus a separate utility area for added convenience.

    Upstairs, four bedrooms provide flexible accommodation, including two doubles with countryside views, a smaller double, and a bunk room suited to children. A family bathroom serves the first floor, with the additional ground floor shower room adding extra practicality.

    The exceptional gardens provide ample outside space, at the front of the property is a beautiful enclosed garden with side access to the much larger rear garden, where there is a large lawn area and a patio, perfect for some al fresco dining whilst taking in the peace and tranquility of the surrounding countryside. At the front of the property there is parking for two cars in front of the two garages.

    The Old Stable is a wonderful property in an idyllic location, set within secluded gardens and surrounded by countryside in the small hamlet of East Holme. It is situated close to the charming Saxon market town of Wareham, with its selection of shops and scenic quay and is within easy reach of the Jurrasic Coast and the stunning locations of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, the historic village of Corfe Castle and the beautiful beaches of Studland. Kimmeridge Bay is only a short drive away and provides the perfect day trip for fossil hunting! A car is recommended, due to the location.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Stables - 4 bedrooms, family countryside retreat, dog friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this country house is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wareham Town Museum, Dorset National Landscape, and The Blue Pool and Tea House. Lulworth Castle and RSPB Arne are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional