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A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool.

Holiday home in Beaminster with kitchen and fireplace

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Nestled within Parnham Park's historic grounds, The Dower House offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind in the beautifully landscaped garden with a swimming pool overlooking the deer park or relax by the large open fire in the dining room. With modern conveniences like excellent Wifi and Netflix, this 3-bedroom house features sumptuous beds and indulgent bathrooms.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool.

Welcome to the Dower House the original gatehouse of Parnham Park, one of the oldest and most historic homes in Dorset.

Parnham Park was originally built in 1400’s and completely remodelled in 1552, by architect John Nash, who was renowned for his work on Buckingham Palace. The grounds were landscaped by Inigo Thomas and are Grade ll listed on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens.

The Dower House is a beautifully furnished 3-bedroom house set on its own acre of private grounds with a swimming pool overlooking the Parnham deer park. Recently refurbished, the Dower House includes a children’s playroom, excellent Wifi, a private gated entrance & utility room.

The Space:

The Dower House is a beautifully furnished 3/4-bedroom home, with a large private garden and swimming pool.

The House is fitted with great wifi, Sky, and Netflix on both TV's and all the modern conveniences you could need. There is plenty of room to eat together in the beautiful dining space or to relax together in front of the large open fire in the dining room.

Bedrooms feature huge sumptuous beds and high-quality 700-thread count linen. The bathrooms are similarly indulgent with beautiful fixtures and a deep roll-top bath.

The main bedroom has a king-size bed and en-suite shower room, the second bedroom has a king-size bed and the third bedroom can be made into two singles or one double. Both double rooms can have an additional single bed added on request.

The children's TV room downstairs can be used as a single bedroom with Z bed on request.

Dogs are very welcome in the downstairs areas of the house and a cleaner is provided for free for an hour on Monday - Thursday during your stay.

Guest access:

A key will be provided for you on arrival and the house has a private, gated, car park.

Things to do at Parnham:

• Go swimming in the pool
• Take a dip in the River Britt that runs through the estate
• Find the hidden swing
• Take a walk through the apple orchard
• Discover the centuries old ice house
• Wonder around the lake
• Den building in the woodland
• Walk in the deer park
• Discover the secret treehouse

Things to do nearby:

• Find ammonites along the Jurassic coastline at Chisel Beach
• Visit the Bridport Arts Centre
• Water sports at West Bay
• Donkey walking adventures
• Visit the Marine Aquarium in Lyme Regis
• Take a tour of the Furleigh Estate vineyards in Bridport
• Hike the Jurassic Coastal Path
• Crabbing in Bridport Marina
• Deep Sea Fishing in West Bay
• Take a drive up to the Eggardon Hill Fort
• Play a round of Golf at Bridport Golf Club wih views over the Dorset Seaside
• Hike up Colmer’s Hill
• Go to a show at the Bridport Electric Palace



Our favourite places to eat and drink near Parnham:

• Brassica, Beaminster
• The Ollerod, Beaminster
• Symondsbury Kitchen, Symondsbury
• The Hive Café, Burton Bradstock
• The Parlour, Bredy Farm
• The Seaside Boarding House Burton Bradstock
• The Rise Café, Bridport
• The Anchor Inn, Seatown
• Mark Hix, Lyme Regis
• Lilac, Lyme Regis
• Holm, South Petherton

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Dogs are only permitted in the downstairs areas of

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

About the area

Beaminster is home to this holiday home. Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Bridport Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mapperton Gardens and Abbotsbury Children's Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Tunnel Target Sports Centre or Huish Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Beaminster travel guide
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Parnham, England

What's nearby

  • Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
    Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Looking across a calm sea at the sandstone cliffs of East beach in West Bay in Bridport, Dorset, United Kingdom. The cliffs rise 50m vertically above the beach
    West Bay Beach
    12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • This coast line is also referred too as the jurassic coast. And yes, if you walk along the coast, it's not hard to find your own fossils.
During our English and Scottish #roadtrip.
    Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre
    25 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Weymouth Beach featuring a sandy beach
    Weymouth Beach
    41 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Durdle Door featuring rocky coastline, a sunset and a bay or harbour
    Durdle Door
    61 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station
    15 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Marquis of Lorne
    14 min drive
  • Three Horseshoes Inn
    14 min drive
  • The Ropemakers
    9 min drive
  • Coffee #1
    8 min drive
  • Pursuit of Hoppiness
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A perfect getaway on a historic English estate with a private swimming pool. located?

Situated in Beaminster, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Mapperton Gardens and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre. Mangerton Mill and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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