Rent House Bleu Strawberry Blandford Forum

This beautiful brick farmhouse is surrounded by rolling Dorset downland and sits within an organic cattle farm. The nearby villages populate the land with thatched cottages, stone buildings and excellent pubs – the nearest of which is a ten-minute walk along the country lanes. Families and friends looking for outdoor activities can explore the stunning Jurassic coast (a forty-minute drive away), visit local farm shops or admire the views from the hilltops. For a real country breakfast, the farm can provide fresh eggs, milk and butter, cooked up on the kitchen’s AGA for authenticity. The farmhouse is like a country manor in miniature with three different lounges to choose from, each set around a cosy wood-burner or open fireplace. Flagstone floors are a nod to farmhouse tradition while gilded mirrors, packed bookcases and the long dining table for twelve add a feeling of grandeur. Bedrooms are decked out in dark-wood antiques, hand-painted cabinets and even a slipper bathtub in the master. Heading out to the garden you’ll find a rustic wood dining table on the patio and topiaried shrubs like the grounds of a grand English manor. The real surprise is the shared indoor swimming pool, housed in an old barn and now a quiet spot for some laps and a steam in the sauna.
Further Information::
* As the home is located on a working farm, guests will notice occasional farm traffic
* The house is isolated with the nearest shops being a 15-minute drive away, but there is plenty of parking on-site
*The host is happy to accommodate groups larger than twelve in some of the other properties on the estate if needed – please contact MatchMaking for more information
*There are a couple of other cottages on the farm, so the pool is shared