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# Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views

Tranquil eco lodge perched on the edge of a Wiltshire wildlife reserve offers a perfect morning coffee spot on the sun-drenched veranda with countryside views

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This eco lodge offers peaceful seclusion with panoramic Dorset views. Guests can explore nearby wildlife reserve trails or relax on the veranda. The property features fast WiFi and a Bluetooth speaker, with previous visitors especially appreciating the natural surroundings.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Parking available
- Kitchen

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## About the area

Located in Shaftesbury, this lodge is in a rural area. Some of the area's popular attractions include Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Longleat Safari and Adventure Park. Shaftesbury Arts Centre and Messums Wiltshire are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Shaftesbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Shaftesbury.dx4771)

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Gutch Common, England

### What's nearby

- ![Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5461/b5ad4958-8342-4aa1-93d1-42d7e7b71e8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs  
1 min walk \- 0.0 km
- ![Longleat Safari and Adventure Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092191/c61f28e4-adf7-475e-8df4-6c9f33825fed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park  
29 min drive \- 34.3 km
- ![Stonehenge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050515/0aef18d7-e588-4210-b7a3-598e02560823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Stonehenge  
32 min drive \- 43.1 km
- ![New Forest National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046242/b7861582-3dd0-4924-9caa-7ab9cfa8b6c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
New Forest National Park  
45 min drive \- 50.7 km
- ![Poole Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150277/d21d7868-ece4-47a2-a683-9c5597cf5457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Poole Harbour  
50 min drive \- 53.9 km

### Getting around

- Gillingham Dorset Station  
19 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)  
60 min drive

### Restaurants

- Starbucks  
11 min drive
- Tisbury Fish and Chip Shop  
11 min drive
- The John Peel  
8 min drive
- The Riverbarn  
13 min drive
- The Kings Arms  
7 min drive

## About this property

### Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views

Lodge in a rural location

 Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

You'll also find perks like:

- Barbecue grills, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises

Room features

All guestrooms at Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views include thoughtful touches such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables. 

Extra conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
- Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

### Things to do

- Stereo

### Outdoors

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture

### Accessibility

- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator (single-level property)

### More

- Smoking not allowed

## Room amenities

### Bedroom

- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Food and drink

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### More

- Fireplace
- Heating
- Living room

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Rules

Maximum of 3 nights only unless prior arranged.

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

### Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## 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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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## Reviews

## Beautiful eco lodge with stunning rural views Reviews

10

### Exceptional

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Cleanliness

### 9.8

Location

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Christine T.

Sep 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Charming little lodge

Charming little lodge, in a quiet hamlet, lovely views from the garden. Very clean, well equipped and very comfortable bed.

##### Christine T.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Emma V.

Jun 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Perfect getaway!

Fabulous little lodge with everything to cater for your needs with a touch of luxury! Comfortably hosted 2 adults & 2 dogs, with absolutely stunning views! Hosts Bridget & Steve were wonderful & welcoming, welcome pack of local produce was a lovely little touch!

##### Emma V.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Janet B.

Sep 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Stunning, Peaceful and Restorative Stay

Excellently designed Eco Lodge suitable for two. Very comfortable, very quiet with beautiful views across Dorset. A great place to relax and to have ‘head space’. Lovely decor, great books to read, local maps and local produce. Beautiful location with many interesting places to visit. Excellent host 🙏.

##### Janet B.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Katherine B.

Jan 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Chillef

Cozy, extremely comfortable and well equipped, every need catered for. Tranquil, relaxing, bliss.

##### Katherine B.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### denise m.

Sep 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Mrs

Comfy bed fabulous view

##### denise m.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### John S.

May 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Relaxing Stay In A Wonderful Place

We had an amazing stay at this property. Inside, the property is very well appointed, with a great welcome pack. The views from the garden are spectacular and we spent a lot of time just relaxing out there. There are plenty of walks on your doorstep, with the excellent Foresters pub being about 1.5 miles away. We went for a "get away from it all" break and this place absolutely delivered. Highly recommended and we would love to return.

##### John S.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Katharine P.

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### A Little Piece of Heaven 

Everything about this property had been thought about in detail. It was warm, eco friendly, contemporary decor with just the right touches of homely influences. There were books, games, warm blankets. A total escape. The area is stunning but having grown up here in biased 

##### Katharine P.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Emily V.

Jul 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Weekend Getaway

The cabin is tucked away overlooking the hills. It's got a lovely table and chair set outside to eat breakfast and also some great relaxing chairs so you can look over the view. We decided to set up the firepit and look at the stars and it was lovely! The cabin is clean, tidy and very welcoming with everything you could need. Bridget was a fantastic host, giving clear instructions on how to find the cabin and also responding to any questions quickly. Only downside was we never saw the cats as we really wanted to give them a cuddle!

##### Emily V.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Diana C.

Sep 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a wonderful time. The lodge is cosy and has everything you need. The bed is dreamily comfortable. The setting is outstanding, with amazing views on three sides and an array of garden furniture to suit any weather. Clear skies at night allow you fantastic star gazing. Bridget and Steve are generous and friendly hosts. So glad we found it.

##### Diana C.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Isabel C.

Jul 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Arcadian bolt-hole in Wiltshire

This rural cozy retreat, impeccably presented & tastefully furnished to a high standard, has amazing views of a timeless bucolic landscape unchanged since Hardy's time. There are lots of things to see and do (walking, Shaftesbury, Old Wardour Castle, etc.) but just staying put is a treat. The cottage is very peaceful and comfortable, and the kitchen is fully equipped. There is also a small library of some fiction and local history books and lots of maps. On clear nights you have a fantastic views of stars, as this is located in a Dark Sky conservation area. Bring your binos! The outdoor living area is just as beautiful with pots of colourful flowers and plants. There is a garden table and chairs, BBQ, and on the veranda a sofa. Stanley, one of the two cats, might honour you with a visit. He is very curious and friendly. Lois is the shy one. In bad weather, curling up on the sofa with a book, mug of tea and slice of cake is just perfect. We received a wonderfully warm welcome from the delightful hosts. Thank you! :-) We will definitely be back.

##### Isabel C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023