Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location pet-friendly?

Yes, Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Luxury Dorset Farmhouse - Large Grounds & Beautiful Countryside Location located?

This family-friendly Dorchester farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sculpture by the Lakes and Hardy's Cottage. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Borough Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Vince H.

Sep 20, 2018

Fantastic property in a wonderful location.

We had a fantastic weekend break for my Mothers 80th birthday 3 generations enjoyed the stay with plenty to do in the large grounds & surrounding country side.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

May 28, 2024

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Great space, great location

Fantastic setting with loads of outdoor space where the kids could play. House was warm and homely with comfy beds! Great location for exploring coast and inland beauty spots closeby.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Aug 11, 2023

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Family get together

Excellent and very comfortable stay

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Aug 13, 2024

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Fantastic

the farm house and surroundings are beautiful, plenty of room for kids to explore and play, perfect for a fun family getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emma W.

Apr 21, 2024

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40th birthday bash

Family from across the country stayed for the weekend in the lovely rustic house. Great outdoor space to let kids roam. Recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Apr 19, 2023

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Family getaway

Typical farmhouse perfect for a family get together. Plenty of space for kids to run around outside. ( Some building work going on behind)

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Dec 31, 2022

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Christmas gathering

We were 9 family members plus 4 guests for two days after Christmas. House warm and welcoming and even decorated for us. Kitchen well equipped,beds firm and comfortable. We had a ver happy stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nici H.

Aug 20, 2024

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Great large characterful house in lovely location

Large and characterful house, very comfortably accommodated our extended family group of 14. It's not hugely smart but loads of lovely features and interesting old furniture, which we really liked about it. Very comfortable, well equipped. Great big gardens at front and back for games and eating out. We had a fabulous stay. Masses to do in the area. We could have easily filled a couple of weeks!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Jul 13, 2017

Great place for a family group

Ilsington Farmhouse is a lovely old place, plenty of room and well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay for my wife's birthday, and it was great to have the whole family under one roof. I only found out late on that there are only 2 bathrooms for the 7 bedrooms, but it wasnt a problem for us. A very rural location as you'd expect, but easy to find with the directions supplied.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm S.

Jul 29, 2024

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Lovely house for a family holiday

Our family of 7 adults and 5 children had a lovely week in this beautiful house. There was plenty of room for all of us, with large rooms and comfortable beds. The children, aged between 20 months and 10 years, really enjoyed themselves – especially in the garden. The goals and the shepherd’s hut were particularly popular. The house is in a very quiet area and is very well equipped. It is close to lots of attractions: we visited Corfe Castle, Weymouth, the Swannery at Abbotsbury and the lighthouse area on the Isle of Portland. This is an excellent house for families and we would recommend it to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha V., Shabbington, buckinghamshire.England

Apr 14, 2023

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Lovely 3 night family stay

We had a lovely 3 night family stay in April. There were 13 off us in total, and plenty of room for everyone. It felt really homey, the kitchen was lovely and warm with a large table everyone could eat at. The gardens are big, which was great for the kids to run around and play football/ cricket etc. On a rainy day the kids enjoyed playing hide and seek round the house. The house decor and furnishings are not pristine but we quite liked that, and thought it added to its charm. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Apr 11, 2023

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Great Easter get together

We pick somewhere different to go every Easter. This was our choice this year. We like lots of outdoor space nice walks plenty of room to spread around in the house. This property gave us all these things. As well as having Alex come and cook our dinner for us which was a nice treat. He did exactly what he said he would do arrived cook the dinner no fuss .Thanks for everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kirsten P.

Nov 1, 2024

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Spacious and impressive house with short falls

This house in Dorset is spacious, impressive and with history. Our group of 12 had plenty of space to relax and distract. Large bedrooms, well working central heating and a large kitchen, was highly appreciated. Although there had been several short falls, like 2 bathrooms which could not be fully used due to failures of faucets and shower head. We tried to remove lime stone from the shower head in order to use it. One faucet didn't turn at all, so only hot water (really hot) was available at the sink. It was pretty anoying for 12 people to use the bathrooms. Internet WLAN was great on the ground floor, but no receiption on 1st and 2nd floor. Ceilings and walls may benefit from some restoration. Overall it feels like there is no attention to details anymore. Like mould around the faucet at the kitchen sink. I recommend to spend some money and more time to do a thorough walk-thru and check. Sorry, but we would not book it again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah M.

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL C.

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura C.

Aug 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David C.

Oct 31, 2022

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Family Holiday

We had a fantastic time at Ilsington Farm House in October 22. A wonderful old house which provided load of space for 11 of us and in a perfect location for exploring this part of Dorset.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matilda W.

Sep 25, 2022

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A wonderful weekend break

I stayed there with a group of friends for a weekend and it really was the perfect house for us. We were incredibly lucky with the weather so made the most of the beautiful garden and location. The house was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed! Thank you so much

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Apr 22, 2022

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Plenty of rooms for large family

Great place for large family, plenty of bedrooms and space in the house and garden

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham F., Bath

Aug 1, 2021

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Dorset summer break

Very good communication with owner and extremely helpful about location etc

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hina W.

Jul 12, 2021

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Hen Do!!!

Fabulous property for sister-in-law to be’s hen do. Very spacious and clean with lots of thoughtful touches, recommend highly!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Jun 13, 2021

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A real family home for all generations

Large rooms with superior beds and bedding. Three generations enjoyed the space and quality. Great secure back garden for youngsters and large outdoor table worked well for family meals. The enormous front garden wasn’t needed but would be great for games with older children and adults. Local shop was well stocked and a few minutes drive away , the local beaches are easily accessible and Weymouth near enough to visit . It felt very relaxed and special . Many thanks for sharing your home. It was easy to imagine, and to dream, of living there . Sue and family

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Apr 21, 2020

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Great weekend stay for a 40th

We had a great experience here....lot's of helpful communication in advance, easy arrangements and check in/out and we really enjoyed our stay. The house itself is homely and happy, easy accommodating six couples with plenty of space and options. Shopping deliveries (ahead of the great lockdown of 2020!) were easy, and we were well positioned for lovely trips out to the coast. It was a memorable stay for lots of reasons, and we wouldn't hesitate in recommending this house as a great choice for a group wanting a relaxing stay in the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Mar 5, 2020

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The perfect country escape

I stayed here with some friends for a weekend away for my birthday. From start to finish it was the perfect country escape! The house is beautiful and more than enough space to fit larger groups comfortably. The location is perfect for walks and local pubs near by are just adorable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Mar 5, 2020

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Amazing House

We booked the house for extended family weekend away, for 14 of us. It was a. Rey comfortable, relaxing house to be in. Beds were very good, kitchen was very well stocked with everything you could need . It was a lovely, warm house to relax in. The dining room easily seated us all. The house is very interesting and full of character and charm. We would love to return.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

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