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Greenfinch Cottage

Folke, near Sherborne, Dorset
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
Indoor swimming pool
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Far away from the hustle and bustle, tucked away in the beautiful rural Dorset countryside
  • Explore the expansive grounds on-site with two lakes which are home to herons, kingfishers and swans
  • Access to a network of footpaths from the doorstep and just thirty miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast
Property code: OC-FOLWR

Set in the beautiful shared grounds of the owner’s farm, with three other properties on-site, this attractive barn conversion provides charming accommodation for up to six guests and one dog. Enjoying a delightful position in the heart of the Dorset countryside, the cottage is an ideal base for taking your family and your four-legged friend on long rural walks with picturesque scenery. In the grounds you will find two beautiful lakes and an abundance of fascinating wildlife. The property also offers a shared play area for children and a shared indoor swimming pool.

This spacious and comfortable property features a bright and welcoming open-plan lounge/diner where you can relax on the comfortable sofas in front of the Smart TV and warming wood burner. An archway leads you through to the stylishly designed kitchen. Upstairs, you will find three cosy bedrooms to unwind and recuperate after a full day of exploration of the local wilds with your hound. You can sit back and enjoy the tranquil surroundings from the private patio, and have a lovely breakfast to start the new day.

The bustling market town of Sherborne is under 5 miles away and offers plenty to see and do, with two historic castles and the impressive Sherborne Abbey nearby. This is an ideal area for dog owners, with miles of wonderful walks to discover, and plenty of dog-friendly pubs to relax in. The Elizabethan Montacute House (13 miles) is a fantastic National Trust property with extensive dog-friendly gardens and parkland. Cerne Abbas is just 12 miles to the south, while the popular beaches at Lulworth Cove and Bridport are both within 30 miles.

  • 3 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single with additional pull-out bed
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath, and WC
  • En-suite bathroom with shower-over-bath and WC to the double room
  • Smart TV/DVD
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs provided (extra logs can be purchased onsite at £5 per basket
  • Oven, hob, microwave, 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
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Michelle Storer

This property is personally managed by Michelle.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lyn 9th August 2026

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The cottages are amazing, with scheduled sole use of a warm pool 4' deep throughout, ample parking and garden area for outdoor games, lake and fields of animals, local walks to pub. Sainsbury delivery and Waitrose car ride away. Location is great for accessing Sherborne Castle and grounds, Yeovil Country Park with great walks. Kids took bikes and eRead morenjoyed being able to go off on their own. Welcome basket of wine, biscuits and tea a lovely touch. Recommend taking most kitchen basics, including salt/pepper. Linen and towels provided, except pool towels. Hide

Reviewed by Brady 6th March 2026

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Fantastic stay. Everything catered for. Warm inside in the cold visit in March, good access to facilities and a host on hand for any text queries. Best weekend away weve had in the UK.

Reviewed by Amy 30th December 2025

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Lovely warm cottage, great for a winter break. The kids loved the pool, it was so warm!! Lots of public footpaths around to go walking in the area.

Reviewed by Ian 28th November 2025

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Lovely property in a beautiful location. Very clean and comfortable with undercover car parking. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Kate 31st October 2025

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A delightful place to stay and the swimming pool is a real bonus. Lovely walks around and pubs and cafes galore. Sherborne was wonderful to discover and the grandchildren particularly went for the old ruined castle grounds and the Walled Garden cafe.

Reviewed by Vincent 7th October 2025

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Stayed at Greenfinch Cottage for one week with two young kids. We really enjoyed the indoor swimming pool on site. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Great location for a peaceful getaway. We did drive to Weymouth (40 min one way) a few days and explored the local area. Wilde Pig Story was fun (15 min drive away). Playground was also handyRead more. Beautiful place for a quick walk around the lake. Hide

Reviewed by Clive 20th June 2025

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The cottages are situated in a beautiful country setting. The grounds of the Manor House are a great addition as guests are welcome to roam this very large and tranquil garden. The swimming pool is also a great addition and lots of space for children to entertain themselves. It is within easy reach of some lovely Dorset Towns and National Trust proRead moreperties. The owners are very friendly and helpful and the sheep parades are a added bonus. Dog owners will find the property safe and secure. Hide

Reviewed by Tim 23rd May 2025

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Very comfortable and well equipped for a family of five

Reviewed by Victoria 4th April 2025

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful location with great access to an indoor pool as well as a small playground. Very close to the picturesque town of Sherborne. Ecco Gelato was worth visiting! However, beds were not comfortable and we all struggled to get a good night. WiFi is also very slow, so dont try to watch videos. If the beds were better, we wouldRead more return. Hide

Reviewed by Lynne 21st March 2025

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Reviewed by Jack 24th January 2025

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Reviewed by Mike 20th December 2024

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A fantastic, welcoming and homely cottage which was clean, comfy and just perfect for our family holiday! The grounds are beautiful and the pool was a definite plus point. The owners were very accommodating and I would definitely recommmend this as a great place to stay!

Reviewed by Elaine 22nd November 2024

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Sarah, who runs the cottages was so friendly and welcoming. When we arrived, there was a welcome pack of tea bags, biscuits and wine which was lovely. The cottage was so cosy, plenty of storage for clothes and the kitchen is very well equipped. We were lucky in that the other cottages weren't using the pool so we were able to move our time slot forRead more the pool to a more convenient time to avoid school/work hours. We felt very at home during our stay and would love to return soon. Hide

Reviewed by Ron 25th October 2024

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An exceptional 1 of 4 cottages , fantastic indoor heated pool .Very quiete and yet very accessable

Reviewed by Nina 6th September 2024

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