Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury - 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 # 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury Cottage in Shaftesbury with kitchen and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68760000/68759800/68759758/ca336de9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68760000/68759800/68759758/bd281f35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68760000/68759800/68759758/e5f14bdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68760000/68759800/68759758/04ce6cb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68760000/68759800/68759758/a2c9b92d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Shaftesbury, St James Cottage is a charming haven. With its woodburner and smart TV, unwind in the spacious living room after exploring this historic town centre. The large kitchen/dining room is perfect for cooking up a storm while enjoying garden views through French doors. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury We love the setting of this charming cottage, close to the historic town centre and perfect for exploring this wonderful part of North Dorset.. Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, French Doors Leading To Garden Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer Separate Toilet. First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Bunk (3ft) Beds (Children Only) Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Second Floor: Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Garden with garden furniture and barbecue. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 12 steps in the garden. This property has a security deposit of £300.. St James Cottage is the perfect holiday home, comfortable, full of charm and character, and set in a wonderful and historic location. This 500-year-old listed building is located at the foot of Gold Hill, set in a quiet location, yet just a short stroll from the bustling town centre, Shaftesbury itself offers a wide range of independent shops, pubs and eateries from cafés to restaurants and is also the home to one of the most picturesque streets; Gold Hill was made famous in the Hovis advert and its charm is clear and being the highest point in Dorset the views from there are nothing short of spectacular. The cottage itself is a is pretty Grade II listed thatched cottage and offers great accommodation for couples or families looking to enjoy everything this wonderful location has to offer. The spacious living room with wood burner is the perfect place to relax after a day’s exploring and the large kitchen/dining room is an ideal spot to grab a drink whist cooking. The bedrooms are over located on first and second floors with two doubles and a room with bunks - perfect for the kids! The elevated garden offers an idyllic sanctuary to enjoy al fresco dining or drinks on the terrace. If you are looking to explore the wider area, the stunning cathedral city of Salisbury is just 20 miles away and is well worth a visit or if you fancy a blast of sea air the stunning Jurassic coastline and the mesmerising Lulworth Cove is just over 30 miles to the south. The cottage offers direct access to the countryside footbaths that criss-cross the Blackmore Vale, the beautiful setting for Hardy’s Tess of the D’Urbervilles. With so much to see and do in the charming county you may wish you booked a longer! Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33945300/33945219/451e838d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset Shaftesbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=33945219&PinnedHotelID=33945219&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113260000/113252500/113252403/04204abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bakers Cottage - that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms Shaftesbury - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=113252403&PinnedHotelID=113252403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95520000/95510100/95510033/01f778f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views Gutch Common - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=95510033&PinnedHotelID=95510033&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96110000/96100400/96100371/47cfebb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=96100371&PinnedHotelID=96100371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101281300/101281245/345094ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy central Shaftesbury 2 bed cottage with Parking Shaftesbury - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=101281245&PinnedHotelID=101281245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78473500/78473448/d36ecab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A spacious, well equipped private annexe with garden and parking in Shaftesbury. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Shaftesbury Cottage 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Shaftesbury Cottage Shaftesbury su-UK34110-UK34110 ## 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%7C51.00340%2C-2.19890&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UWhmoWbHts2yxOnmA1xO2sN5IyQ=) Shaftesbury #### What's nearby - Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Gold Hill Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 30 min drive - 36.6 km - Stonehenge - 33 min drive - 45.3 km - Poole Harbour - 43 min drive - 48.6 km #### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 13 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬8 min drive - ‪The John Peel - ‬6 min walk - ‪san tonino - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Kings Arms - ‬6 min walk - ‪Sorelle - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Shaftesbury located? > Situated in Shaftesbury, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Gold Hill Museum and Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Melbury Vale Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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