Title: The Old Stables - 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 # The Old Stables Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/27777bc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/b9aef1f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/cd16596f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/defae1fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26995400/26995336/60874bf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At The Old Stables, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Old Stables Family-friendly cottage in Blandford Forum with free parking This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/game room, a garden, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this cottage offer DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - High chair - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Deck/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email with check-in information A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### Property is also known as Old Stables House Blandford Forum Old Stables Blandford Forum The Old Stables Cottage The Old Stables Blandford Forum The Old Stables Cottage Blandford Forum ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.85522%2C-2.24452&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I6I4cXUcFWp5uVRFGVHy4sdhMiM=) Blandford Forum, England #### What's nearby - Shillingstone Railway Project - 12 min drive - 10.2 km - Sturminster Newton Mill - 15 min drive - 13.2 km - Blandford Forum Town Museum - 16 min drive - 12.6 km - The Art Stable - 16 min drive - 12.9 km - Athelhampton House and Gardens - 21 min drive - 21.1 km #### Getting around - Dorchester West Station - 23 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬13 min drive - ‪Reeve the Baker - ‬11 min drive - ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Black Cat Cafe - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Stables pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Old Stables? > As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Stables on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $709.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Blandford-Forum-Hotels-The-Old-Stables.h26995336.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Stables? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Stables? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old Stables located? > Set in Blandford Forum, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blandford Forum Town Museum, and Shillingstone Railway Project. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Ashley Wood Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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