Vacation rentals in Melbury Osmond

Cute, Cosy & Stylish Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne

Stylish, Comfortable & Quirky - “Top 10 Dorset Airbnb” (Conde Nast Traveller) in a “Top 50 UK Village” (Sunday Times). The Bothy is a detached stone cottage where you can share some free Prosecco on your private terrace. It is in the rural historic Yetminster Conservation Area with a thatched pub, café & shop. It is next door to a quintessential "Chocolate Box" thatched cottage. You are on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with good access to the sea & Jurassic Coast.

Family · Location · Biking

Beautiful 2 bedroom cottage in glorious Dorset

Nestled in the picturesque Dorset countryside, this charming Portland stone cottage offers a quintessential English retreat. Set within the grounds of a historic Old Rectory, the property is surrounded by rolling hills, lush meadows, and the tranquil River Frome, providing an idyllic spot for a holiday. It is all on one level,we are able to rent out the whole cottage also which creates an additional 2 bedrooms for extended family - we rarely rent this out to another party and is mostly empty.

Family · Location · River

Magpies Annex Dorset

Magpies is a light, spacious, 1 bedroom annex with bed layout options available. Set in a pretty semi rural village, Melbury Osmond hosts stunning countryside, thatched cottages and an historic Grade I listed church. Located off the A37, Yeovil 6 miles, Sherborne 7 miles and Dorchester 14 miles are just 3 of the many beautiful market towns offering a variety of days out for history lovers, walkers and shoppers. Beach towns of West Bay, Weymouth, Lyme Regis and Poole are within an hours drive.

Value · Family · Amenities

Luxurious rural retreat

The Lodge at Willen Farm is a beautiful single level converted barn on the outskirts of the quiet village of Leigh, just 4 miles from the town of Sherborne in Dorset. The Lodge provides the perfect location for a relaxing escape to the rural countryside, yet just 40 minutes from the fabulous Jurassic coastline. Spacious accommodation with two double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower/toilet and a separate bathroom. Contemporary style with an outside patio area. Parking and a small garden area.

Value · Family · Decor

High-spec apartment, river views

Beautifully appointed 2-bed apartment with gorgeous views down the river Yeo. Close to 24hr amenities and countryside walks. A mill has stood at this point on the river since doomsday, +1000 years. The apartment compromises the old mill with its thick walls and small windows with a modern addition which is a bright living space with a a private patio overlooking the river below. The apartment is a tranquil place with the gentle white noise of the river flowing down the old mill water race.

Location · Family · Quiet

The Cottage, Fairings

The Cottage, Fairings, was originally built as a farm building in the 17th century. It is a self contained cottage with exposed beams, a comfortable sitting/dining room with open access to the fully equipped kitchen storing everything needed to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Yetminster has a village shop, Old School Gallery cafe and The White Hart, a 16th century free house (serves food) all within a few minutes walk from the cottage. There are superb country walks from the doorstep.

Family · Value · Comfort

Very light, spacious riverside studio nr Sherborne

Ford Mead Studio ( ‘meadow by the ford’) is a comfortable, spacious apartment on the first floor of a delightful stone barn. A perfect getaway for couples and solo travellers, it can also adapt for a family. The barn is next door to our lovely c.15th Grade II thatched cottage, in the village of Chetnole, with its award-winning pub and c.13th church. You are surrounded by beautiful countryside and next to the cobbled ford that crosses the River Wriggle, with views across fields to the village.

Location · Family · Hiking

Little Boots - Outstanding cottage near Sherborne

Little Boots is a two-bedroom stone cottage with rural views from 2 aspects. Close to the village green and the Royal Oak pub in the village of Stoford on the Somerset/Dorset border. A perfect getaway and great location from which to explore the south-west. Ideal for couples, single explorers, families and businessmen/women alike. RAIL LINKS: London Waterloo/Exeter Line - comfortable 10 minute stroll through the village to Yeovil Junction. ROAD LINKS: Close to Yeovil and just off A37.

Family · Location · Kitchen

Little Gem Somerset Cottage

Little Gem Cottage is situated in the pretty village of West Coker just a ten minute drive from the A303. The village has a grocery shop, butcher, restaurant, pub, children’s playground and lots of walking all close by. The cottage is the perfect retreat and base to visit all Somerset and Dorset has to offer. There are two double bedrooms offering accommodation for upto 4 guests. The cottage garden is the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening glass of wine by the fire pit.

Value · Family · Checkout

The Coach House

This unique place has a style all its own. The Coach House is a perfect getaway for romantic breaks or simply a place to relax and escape a busy schedule. Be it for work or pleasure, your stay will be one to remember, with secure parking, a garden view and the additional benefit of being walking distance to pubs and restaurants. The Coach House is also only a short drive to Montecute, The Chinnocks and Chiselborough, all of which are perfect for country walks and good pub meals.

Location · Family · Long stay

Arthouse - Curated artists’ studio + sauna

The former artists’ studio in a converted barn in Thomas Hardy’s West Dorset - close to Chesil Beach and the wonderful Jurassic Coast. The art-filled space, with tall ceilings and exposed beams, is curated with art, sculptures, and ceramics by the artist-owners. Mid-century furnishings complement hand-printed wallpaper and antique rugs. Doors open to a private courtyard garden with a patio and fire pit. The sauna, behind the main barn, overlooks a gravel garden.

Location · Value · Kitchen

Grove Farm Cottage-historic Cottage near Sherborne

Welcome to Grove Farm Cottage, a charming 17th century cottage in the peaceful village of Chetnole, near the historic abbey town of Sherborne. This delightful cottage, once part of a farm and mill is tucked away at the end of a lane, alongside the River Wriggle. Chetnole has a thriving, award-winning pub serving local ales and delicious food. The surrounding area is perfect for walking and cycling, while Weymouth's stunning beaches are a 40 minute drive away.

Location · Value · Breakfast