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Hastings Farm Cottages, Dorchester, Dorset
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Situated in true Hardy country close to the hamlet of Tincleton in South Dorset there are many fine walks nearby both woodland and beside the River Frome as it winds its way through the valley to Poole Harbour and the sea. Dorset's coast (recently awarded World Heritage status and known as the Jurassic Coast) varies from the superb and safe sandy beach at Studland, the dramatic Isle of Purbeck, the spectacular Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, Portland Bill and beyond to the famous Chesil Beach.
Weymouth, less than 10 miles away, has a picturesque fishing harbour, beaches and traditional seaside attractions, a Sea Life Centre and Brewer's Quay.
Poole (18 miles) with its ever popular pottery, has a wonderful natural harbour which shelters Brownsea Island (reached by boat from the quay). Both Poole and Weymouth offer many opportunities for water sports of all kinds.
There are many National Trust properties in the area as well as fine churches and country houses, such as nearby Athelhampton, and Corfe and Lulworth Castles. The historic market town of Dorchester is just 4 miles away and has much to interest visitors of all ages, the Dinosaur Museum is a must for most children and the County Museum with its fine Thomas Hardy collection.
Excellent fishing is available at several places within the area also within 5 miles there are three golf courses and an indoor heated swimming pool with flume, wave machine and beach. Weymouth also offers cinemas and ten pin bowling. Tower Park in Poole has ten-pin bowling, water slides and cinemas.
The nearby village of Puddletown has a good village shop with bread baked on the premises and a traditional butchers counter and deli section as well as the normal range of groceries and newspapers.
There is a range of places to eat nearby from pubs with bar meals to pubs and restaurants with excellent cuisine.
The five holiday cottages at Hastings Farm enjoy a glorious setting surrounded by fields - one of the few remaining areas of peaceful countryside so far `undiscovered'.
Originating in 1652, the cottages have been converted from the 17th Century farm's splendid range of outbuildings to form a cluster of charming single-storey cottages set around the former farmyard which is now a fragrant herb garden. Care has been taken to retain the original charm and character of the old buildings, which are laid out to offer optimum privacy and provide a range of modern facilities.
As resident owners we have lived here for 17 years and are pleased to welcome you and help to make your holiday a perfect experience. With our local knowledge we will do our best to help you enjoy your stay in this beautiful part of Dorset.
Close to the birthplace and cottage of Thomas Hardy, these superb cottages in a truly tranquil setting are perfect for a really relaxing self catering holiday
Tel 01305 848627
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Hastings Farm Cottages, Dorchester, Dorset self catering holiday cottages