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Church House Cottage

Cottage in Gillingham with kitchen and fireplace

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Welcome to Church House Cottage, nestled in the heart of Blackmore Vale. This charming 1750 stone cottage offers a warm and cozy atmosphere with an open-plan living space, complete with a wood burner for chilly evenings. Enjoy the beautiful rear garden surrounded by walls with views over St Michaels and All Angels Church, perfect for morning coffee or evening meals under the stars.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is €585
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

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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.

Church House Cottage

This charming stone cottage built in 1750, is located within a conservation area and is tucked away in the quiet village of Stour Provost, which is situated in the heart of Blackmore Vale.. 2 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Sky, Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Rear garden with sitting-out area, BBQ and firepit. 2 small dogs welcome (please pick up after them). On road parking (please do not park on grass in front of the cottage, this is church property and access is needed at all times). No smoking. Please note: There are 4 steps in the garden. No children under 8 years old.. This detached cottage is the perfect place for a holiday either exploring the Dorset countryside or enjoying everything the property has to offer. Church House Cottage is perfect for up to four guests with a generous open-plan living space on the ground floor and a wonderful large garden surrounded by a wall. The living room has plenty of character with beams, stone walls and a wood burner for those cosy nights in. The kitchen is well-equipped and there is a separate toilet also on the ground floor.

Please note there are steep wooden stairs to the upstairs bedrooms, both rooms feature a double bed complete with Egyptian cotton bed linen; with a separate bathroom located off the landing. Please note there is a tub bath with a shower attachment and not a walk in shower facility.

Outside you can enjoy the enclosed private garden with views over the historic St. Michaels and All Angels Church built circa. 1308 whilst enjoying a morning coffee or evening meals/drinks under the stars ready for the next day. The local pub is a 25-minute walk across fields from the cottage or a 3-minute drive in the car.

With the location only a 5-mile drive from Shaftesbury, make sure you make the most of the stunning town centre, Shaftesbury Abbey, Gold Hill famous made from the Hovis advert plus the well-known local market, held weekly during the summer months which has been running for centuries. Three miles away is the town of Gillingham with a rich history dating back over 1000 years with several supermarkets. It is mentioned in a great deal of literature, including the work of Thomas Hardy.

Nearby visit the stunning National Trust - Stourhead House and Gardens, Farmer Giles’ Farmstead, the Haynes Motor Museum with its fascinating collection of classic cars, and Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum the home of Concorde and a large collection of naval aircraft. Explore the beautiful Marshwood Vale Dorset countryside, meandering down towards the World Heritage Coast, taking in Wareham, Lulworth Cove, Swanage and on to Weymouth, Poole and Bournemouth.

Inland you have the whole of Somerset within easy driving where you can enjoy excursions to Cheddar Gorge and Caves. Or enjoy a shopping day out at the enchanting spa town of Bath with its Roman Baths, museums or perhaps Wells Cathedral City. For a great family day visit Longleat House and Safari Park only 35 minutes drive from the cottage. For fisherman, visit Todber Manor Fisheries which offers several lakes to fish at, located less than 10 minutes’ drive from the cottage. Enjoy walking the dog on many fabulous local walks; don’t miss out on Duncliffe Wood and ancient woodland only 5 minutes in the car.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

No children under 8 years old.

Small dog/s only allowed.

If you are taking your dog would you please take your own towel to dry them off when they have been on a wet and muddy walk. If you allow your dogs on the sofa, there are dog throws in the large whicker basket in the kitchen for them to lay on.The thermostat that controls the central heating is located on the wall in the kitchen by the Bread bin, if needed. Please turn it down when you vacate the property.Please do not allow your dogs upstairs on the beds. At the end of the stay please clear any of your dogs poo off the lawn.Please DO NOT park on grass in front of the cottage at any time or across the grass walkway, villagers need access and this area is church property. Steps to first floor are steep and there is a rope rail, please do not pull heavily on the rope rail.If you decide the explore some of the wonderful walks nearby, please ensure that all gates are shut behind you to stop the live stock from getting out.Please ensure that all of your rubbish is disposed of at the end of your stay, the rubbish collection days are stated in the handbook in the cottage. Thank you very much for your cooperation and I hope you enjoy your stay.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing

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

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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

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

su-UK42992-UK42992

About the area

Map
Stour Provost, near Gillingham

What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Sturminster Newton Mill - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Melbury Vale Winery - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Benjis Kebab - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Church House Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Church House Cottage?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Church House Cottage on 7 Jan 2026 start from €585.03, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Church House Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Church House Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Church House Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Church House Cottage located?

Situated in Gillingham, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gold Hill Museum, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sturminster Newton Mill. The Art Stable and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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8/10 Good

Eric Chandler

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Lovely cottage very clean and beds were very comfortable garden is lovely and ideal for the dog My only complaint is that there is no Tumble Dryer having spent the wettest week possible we got wet though on several occasions and had no wear to dry our clothes and even on the very few dry days there were it would have been nice to have a clothes line in the garden