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Looking towards the property
Shared indoor heated pool
Enjoy al fresco meals and drinks
Step into the welcoming open plan living space
Relax by the cosy wood burner
Catch up on your favourite TV show
Selection of games to keep you entertained
Enjoy leisurely meals around the dining table
Dining area
Kitchen area with a breakfast bar
Well equipped kitchen
Prepare your favourite meals
Kitchen and dining area
Double bedroom with a Juliette balcony and en-suite bathroom
En-suite bathroom
Bedroom details
Double bedroom
Double bedroom
Twin bedroom
Cosy twin bedroom
Bunk bedroom
Take a soak in the main bathroom
View towards the properties
Pretty driveway leading to the cottages
Children will enjoy the shared play area
Plenty of space to burn off some energy
Delightful shared indoor pool
Explore the expansive shared grounds
Tranquil spot overlooking the lake
Spot the resident wildlife
1 / 30  Looking towards the property
2 / 30  Shared indoor heated pool
3 / 30  Enjoy al fresco meals and drinks
4 / 30  Step into the welcoming open plan living space
5 / 30  Relax by the cosy wood burner
6 / 30  Catch up on your favourite TV show
7 / 30  Selection of games to keep you entertained
8 / 30  Enjoy leisurely meals around the dining table
9 / 30  Dining area
10 / 30  Kitchen area with a breakfast bar
11 / 30  Well equipped kitchen
12 / 30  Prepare your favourite meals
13 / 30  Kitchen and dining area
14 / 30  Double bedroom with a Juliette balcony and en-suite bathroom
15 / 30  En-suite bathroom
16 / 30  Bedroom details
17 / 30  Double bedroom
18 / 30  Double bedroom
19 / 30  Twin bedroom
20 / 30  Cosy twin bedroom
21 / 30  Bunk bedroom
22 / 30  Take a soak in the main bathroom
23 / 30  View towards the properties
24 / 30  Pretty driveway leading to the cottages
25 / 30  Children will enjoy the shared play area
26 / 30  Plenty of space to burn off some energy
27 / 30  Delightful shared indoor pool
28 / 30  Explore the expansive shared grounds
29 / 30  Tranquil spot overlooking the lake
30 / 30  Spot the resident wildlife

Heron Lake Cottage

Sherborne (2mls S), Dorset
Visit England rating: 4 stars
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Complex of properties
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Parking on site / nearby
Swimming pool
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Hidden away in a secluded location in the beautiful Dorset Countryside
  • Explore the expansive grounds on-site with two lakes which are home to herons, kingfishers and swans
  • Access to footpaths from the doorstep and just thirty miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast
Property code: FOLOW

Whether you enjoy long country walks, relaxing on the beach, or just playing a good old game of fetch, you’ll find something for everyone at this stunning country barn conversion - even the dog! Sleeping eight across four cosy bedrooms, plus room for one furry friend, here you’ll find space for the whole family. There’s even a children’s play area and shared indoor swimming pool on-site - you’ll never want to leave.

The property sits on a small complex of four within the owner’s Dorset farm and is spacious and comfortable. There’s a subtle, welcoming country feel throughout, with wooden features and a warming wood burner in the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Upstairs, you can take in country views from the moment you wake from the Juliet balcony off the master double bedroom, while outside you can relax in the fresh country air in the shared courtyard. Your four-legged friend will find plenty of space in which to stretch their legs on the farm – although ensure they don’t get too close to the two on-site lakes that are home to herons, kingfishers, and swans.

At the edge of the shared grounds, a gate opens onto a network of footpaths for you and your pooch to explore. Head to the nearby cosy pubs or spend the day exploring the rolling hills and stunning woodland. Here you are just 30 miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its abundance of stunning sandy and pebbled beaches, and fossil hunting spots. The dog-friendly Bowleaze Cove and Chesil Beach are a 30-mile drive, while the famous Durdle Door is a little further at 33 miles.

  • 4 bedrooms: 2 doubles, 1 twin, and 1 bunk bedroom
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath, and WC
  • En-suite bathroom with shower-over-bath and WC to one of the double rooms and downstairs WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs provided (extra logs can be purchased onsite at £5 per basket
  • Electric style Range cooker, microwave, American style Fridge/Freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer
  • 1 dog welcome, dogs are politely requested to be kept under control on leads when out in the shared grounds
  • 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 £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. 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 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Simon 4th October 2024

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Excellent holiday home with everything you need. Swimming pool was fantastic and youngsters and oldies had a great time!

Reviewed by Stephen 27th September 2024

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Reviewed by Eileen 16th August 2024

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Wonderful stay at Owl Cottage, one of 4 properties sharing a super indoor pool and children's play area, with beautiful grounds to wander around. Lovely countryside location with lots of tourist attractions easily accessible.

Reviewed by Peter 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Rob 7th June 2024

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Reviewed by CHRISTINE 3rd May 2024

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The cottages were immaculate and everything was provided for self catering even barbecue equipment. The beds were very comfortable and the showers were hot and powerful. The only thing we missed was salt and pepper which we forgot to bring! However we enjoyed the welcome pack of tasty biscuits and Dorset tea.

Reviewed by Mark 22nd March 2024

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Large open plan living area, excellent for a family gathering. Swimming pool is excellent - a good size and the warmest pool I have ever swam in. A lovely quiet location, we would of been in the gardens more if not for the rain. We would highly recommend!

Reviewed by Tracy 19th January 2024

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This cottage was lovely. Its got all of the home comforts that you need pus lots of extras like games and puzzles. Stair-gates, at the top and bottom of the stairs, were a real bonus for our two year old. The swimming pool was much nicer than in the picture (and was warm) and the playground area, grounds and mini football pitch were perfect. We metRead more the owner and she was so friendly and helpful. We are really hoping that we can stay there again. Hide

Reviewed by John 20th October 2023

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Reviewed by Heather 29th September 2023

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Amazing stay in a beautiful location. Well equipped with everything you need for a holiday. My young daughter especially loved exploring the grounds and the play equipment provided, which was a lovely touch to keep small ones entertained. We'll definitely be back soon!

Reviewed by Sandra 1st September 2023

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This was the most enjoyable and pleasurable self catering holiday we have yet spent! Facilities are first class and conducive with giving guests a very relaxing and comfortable stay - just every need has been catered for or can be sourced or supplied by the wonderful hosts, Mr and Mrs Perrett., to whom we extend our very grateful thanks. We shall hRead moreopefully be returning very soon! Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 18th August 2023

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Beautiful scenery at this lovely property.very relaxing and comfortable.

Reviewed by Keith 14th July 2023

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We booked these cottages because of previous reviews and the availability of the swimming pool which was warm and clean. Oak Cottage was well equiped with kitchen equipment including baking and mixing equipment. Good oven/hob. Massive fridge/freezer. Beds comfortable, Showers hot and powerful. Patio chairs table, BBQ and washing line outside. 1 pinRead moret milk, bottle of wine, dishwaster tablets provided. Things to bring would be extra towels for swimming pool, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, sugar. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 7th July 2023

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Reviewed by Steve 30th June 2023

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Positives - nice conversion, great pool, grounds well kept, well equipped. Negatives - terrible wi-fi so be warned max 3MB download, pretty useless. Owners didn't respond to calls. Poor cleaning, very dusty, cobwebs everywhere. Stair gate dangerous when open. Bathrooms very tatty, cracked bath panels, peeling paint and mastic. Both need refurbishmeRead morent. Odd having outside eating space at front in view of all other properties. Pool times not always convenient. Half size d/w (for 8)? TLC needed! Hide

Reviewed by Ann 16th June 2023

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The cottage was beautiful! Clean, homely, beautiful scenery and the owners were so lovely! Our car wouldnt start one day and the owner asked his neighbour if he had jump leads we could borrow! Couldnt hear any Road noises. Was such a beautiful peaceful holiday!

Reviewed by Derek 24th March 2023

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Clean, comfortable, adequate facilities. Great rural location.

Reviewed by alison 25th November 2022

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Owl cottage was beautiful , well equipped and you couldnt ask for me. Beautiful surroundings very quiet and picturesque it was heaven.

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Looking towards the property
Shared indoor heated pool
Enjoy al fresco meals and drinks
Step into the welcoming open plan living space
Relax by the cosy wood burner
Catch up on your favourite TV show
Selection of games to keep you entertained
Enjoy leisurely meals around the dining table
Dining area
Kitchen area with a breakfast bar
Well equipped kitchen
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Location

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