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17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

The Music Room, is in close proximity of The Manor House and is surrounded by the walled garden which encompasses both properties. It enjoys its own private fenced terrace with a table and chairs as well as a new walled terrace at the back of the property. This provides total privacy and includes a BBQ, table and chairs and sun umbrella. The perfect spot to catch the afternoon sun!
There is a village pub approximately 5 minutes walk away and the walk into the centre of Shaftesbury is about 10 minutes and incorporates Gold Hill, from the famous Hovis advert.
Shaftesbury has many good restaurants including an Indian, Chinese, Italian as well as a great Bistro style restaurant at the Grosvenor Arms .
The Mitre pub is in the middle of the high street and has a wonderful decking area with far reaching views and good pub food.

Property manager

Caroline Tolfree

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Shaftesbury, England

What's nearby

  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 6 min walk
  • Gold Hill Museum - 7 min walk
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 13 min drive
  • Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 25 min drive
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 13 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gillingham Railway Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Park Garden Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset located?

Situated in Shaftesbury, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Gold Hill Museum. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Melbury Vale Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in the heart of Shaftesbury
Lovely cottage. Great facilities & welcoming hosts. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location lovely cottage Caroline and Roddy wonderful hosts
Great experience would definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation in a good location
A very comfortable, cosy property with everything we needed. An ideal location for our weekend break in Dorset, and only a short walk into the middle of Shaftesbury. Our dog enjoyed the cottage and the area too - plenty of dog-friendly pubs and shops locally. Thank you, Caroline, for the relaxing stay in your cottage and for the warm welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

celia d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay!
Lovely weekend get away 2 adults and a dog. Secure garden spacious but cosy living room super comfy bed everything you could need even robes! Perfect hosts and great location for pubs restaurants and dog walks. We would definitely recommend staying here if you want to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane D., Oxfordshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 2
Property is in a good location just a stone’s throw from Gold Hill. The annexe itself, although small, had everything needed for a comfortable stay, and the outdoor space was an added bonus. Friendly hosts too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short break
Myself, my partner and our dog Oscar had a most enjoyable stay at The Music Room. What a lovely property this is, with everything that you need for a relaxing break. The owners Caroline & Roddy are most welcoming and couldn't be more helpful. Shaftesbury is a great place for a visit, with lots of history, lovely walks and great public houses. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort away from home!
Lovely cottage located close to Gold Hill and a local must The Salt Cellar! This cottage is warm and comfy with all the amenities of home. Traveling from far away there was nothing that we didn't have in this cozy living space. The hospitality of Caroline and Roddy was warm and welcoming absolutely top-notch.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Philip T.

misleading advert
We read the description carefully but were disappointed on our arrival. The property is actually in the back garden of the owners house, and you had to walk past her back door to gain access each time. The ceiling in the bedroom sloped to such an extent you could not walk round the bed but had to clamber over it. The property itself was nicely furnished but the kitchen and especially the shower room were cold even with the heating on. A few more useable mugs may have been nice.

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury and home from home!!
Welcoming and every comfort seen to! Personal touches and advice given for local enjoyment. Great location for the highlights of town including Gold Hill. Our street had history, a magical garden and the Old Pump Yard and an old church with a peel of bells!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in Shaftesbury
A beautiful little place in a great location. Lovely hosts who couldn’t have been more helpful, enabling us to check in early, welcoming our dog and giving us useful information about the area. The cottage is extremely well equipped and comfortable and we will definitely stay there again if we visit Dorset.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage, great location
We enjoyed our 4 night stay with our two dogs, very friendly and helpful hosts . We would definitely stay again, if we don’t get our new home in the near future. Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded hide away perfect for privacy and relaxing
Tucked away off the access road provides a perfect retreat to relax and unwind. The layout gave sufficient space to cook, eat, rest and relax although we did bump our heads a couple of times in the bedroom. The location is perfect for access to Gold Hill, The Salt Cellar (for an excellent breakfast and views) plus a couple of minutes walk from there to an excellent place for drinks, food and more views - The Mitre. The local Tesco is only a few minutes drive to stock up on essentials. Overall we had a peaceful, battery recharging 4 days. The hosts, while not there at the time made sure their house sitters looked after our needs - which only amounted to the use of their freezer. Would I recommend this to others - YES. Would I come back? Oh yes…
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property and Location
Wonderful hosts on arrival, fantastic, clean, well appointed property in a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tor M., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bolt hole
The Music Room was exactly as described. There are two lovely sitting areas outside with BBQ, a comfy sofa inside with lots of different lighting options. The hosts were available for introduction and information but otherwise unobtrusive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cozy break
Beautiful and accurate listing for the property within walking distance to local sights recommended by our host. Amazingly peaceful at all hours of the day and the terrace was a little sun trap even in October.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maurice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely stay great location lovely hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage
A lovely, clean and well kept cottage providing all the home comforts one could need. We really enjoyed our weeks stay and would certainly visit again without hesitation. A great location to explore the surrounding area and beyond with the coast only an hours drive away. Would definitely recommend this cottage. Thank you Caroline.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jennie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little town
Everything was lovely with this cottage, though as older holiday makers it was a little awkward with the bed situation as there isnt any room to walk around the bed. It was a prime location for Shaftesbury, which is a lovely little town with a lot of very interesting history.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

susanne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little studio cottage. Perfect location, very comfortable inside, pleasant outside space .
This property is beautifully done , Very relaxing , and Host is extremely welcoming and on hand if needed. Would definitely reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coach House
The Coach House had everything we wanted. Good location,clean,outside seating,parking. Caroline was always there with information if we need it and was a brilliant host. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday break
Thank you for a lovely long weekend in Dorset to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday! We had a great time and especially loved the new private patio at the back where we could relax during the warm summer evenings. We would definitely love to stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marian A., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely countryside great views shopping area with a local bar 4 mins away and a few pubs in town
Lovely cottage/ music room Everything you need Bed so comfortable Caroline host very friendly and helpful Definitely recommend Would like to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
Comfortable cottage in a central location which was ideal for visiting the sites in both Dorset and Somerset. Excellent communication from Caroline, a really friendly, accommodating host
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cosy cottage in the heart of Shaftesbury
Despite the awful weather we had a wonderful stay at the music room cottage. It exceeded our expectations and everything was too a high standard. Will definitely going back very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

sheldon b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful getaway
After so much lockdown it was great to just get away and "The Music Room" was a wonder place from which to base a long weekend in Shaftesbury. The little house is compact but perfect for a cozy couples weekend. The hosts are really friendly, important as the place is inside their Manor House grounds. This was our second visit and we will definitely go again. Its in a really great location, easily walkable into town, but in a quiet location. A perfect start to our return to normality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021