This charming hideaway for two, with a welcome for one furry friend, is set in the beautiful rolling countryside of Cranbourne Chase. The pretty, flint-and-brick period cottage is secluded and peaceful, perfect for a couple who want to explore this unspoiled landscape. Discover a host of walking trails and footpaths with fascinating new smells for your pup to investigate, and delightful villages off the beaten track. The small market town of Shaftesbury, 8 miles away, is famous for its spectacular views across Blackmore Vale and has a range of independent shops.
The cottage is located on a 7,000-acre country estate and has been thoughtfully converted, with French doors opening onto a bright, open-plan living space. Beautifully furnished in shades of blue, this houses plush sofas where you can snuggle up before the roaring wood burner. A swish, contemporary kitchen and table for two complete the layout. Upstairs a charming, super-king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room is set in the eaves, meaning there are some areas of restricted headroom. Outside, enjoy the hot tub in the small, enclosed garden, with seating and a BBQ. Cranbourne Chase is a designated Dark Sky Reserve, so look for brighter stars on cloudless nights together as Fido snoozes at your feet.
Head to the dog-friendly pub in pretty Tollard Royal (3 miles) for locally produced food. Discover more eateries and pubs that welcome your four-legged friend in picturesque Shaftesbury. Drink in wonderful views from Park Walk and visit the beautiful Abbey Gardens and adjacent museum, with pets on a lead. Well behaved canines can join you in the Gold Hill Museum, a fascinating record of local life and history. Spend a day in the historic Cathedral city of Salisbury and explore the leafy New Forest National Park, both within 19 miles.