Title: Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset Cottages in Blandford Forum with kitchens and fireplaces ![Cottage | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108320000/108316200/108316165/ef6f0a22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108320000/108316200/108316165/4c6bcff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108320000/108316200/108316165/7eb054c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108320000/108316200/108316165/50ac021c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108320000/108316200/108316165/b4b4af01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Parking included ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset Cottages in Blandford Forum with kitchens and fireplaces This cottage features a garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. All 7 accommodations have 3 bedrooms and feature free WiFi. Kitchens come with refrigerators and ovens, and guests will also find upscale touches like fireplaces and deep soaking tubs. Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and washers/dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Blandford Forum cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Pets - Pet friendly - Pets stay free ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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Shillingstone Railway Project - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Sturminster Newton Mill - 7 min drive - 6.4 km - The Art Stable - 8 min drive - 6.1 km - Blandford Forum Town Museum - 15 min drive - 13.2 km - Gold Hill Museum - 24 min drive - 18.0 km #### Getting around - Templecombe Station - 28 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪White Hart Alehouse - ‬6 min drive - ‪Stur Of The Moment - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬12 min drive - ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset? > Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Idyllic Historic Thatched Cottage Hardy's Dorset located? > Situated in Blandford Forum, this cottage is steps from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shillingstone Railway Project and Sturminster Newton Mill. The Art Stable is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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