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Magna Cottage

Ashmore, Shaftesbury, Dorset (DO026)

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15 JULY 2019

A beautiful old cottage in a lovely tranquil location. However, inside we found it to be very dusty and grimy in parts- many dead insects and cobwebs esp. in the dining room.The kitchen needs a thorough deep clean (toaster crumbs filled a work surface - ) and one main hob was broken. Compared to other RR cottages we found the welcome basket to be rather mean and as the bread was like a rock we had to throw it away. Before we could relax we had to clean and polish the downstairs rooms,and yet the garden was immaculate. As the cottage cost us over £1800 for 6 nights we were not a little disappointed. We are not in the habit of complaining, but having stayed in RR properties for many years we question weather some owners are taking the time to check that their lets are up to standard. Conversely, late last year we stayed in 'Puckhams', one of your larger houses, and were totally happy with everything. We don't know what systems RR operates but wonder if there is at least a checklist for owners/ cleaners/housekeepers so that each house is cleaned to a good, if not, excellent standard so that clients have peace of mind when they book any property on your books?
Kind regards, Kate and Graham Jones

20 MAY 2019

Lovely location. Very pretty well appointed house . Couple of very minor points . As no phone signal it seems rather petty not to allow use of land line phone .
To many little notices around the house telling you what you shoud not do .

23 APRIL 2019

We were locked out of Wifi despite using all info given.
The kitchen was also a bit small for the size of property.
The rest of the cottage is however delightful and a fabulous garden for both the kids and the dog.

2 DECEMBER 2018

Magna cottage was perfect, really cosy and beautifully furnished with everything we needed. A lovely place to relax and listen to silence and see darkness again!
Please thank the owner for us.
P.S. thank you also for a very generous welcome basket.

16 AUGUST 2018

The property was beautiful and the setting was gorgeous. The WIFI however was a disappointment as we had teenagers with us who had no/little access to the internet. This was a problem. It stated when I booked there was WIFI. There was no comfortable outside seating at the cottage, sunbeds would have made the experience much better as the sun shone for most of the week. The outside wooden benches were very uncomfortable.

16 AUGUST 2018

Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that the WiFi was not strong - as we say on the web-page 'speed/service may vary depending on the signal' and due to the isolated location of Magna Cottage it can be variable. Hopefully this will improve soon as high speed connection in the area is due to be activated.

23 JULY 2018

The cottage was absolutely lovely, it was exactly as described/shown on the web-site (perhaps better). The house was well-equipped and extremely well-maintained. The owner was very helpful with info, and check-in and (late) check-out were completely painless. Thoroughly recommended - we would happily return.

19 JULY 2018

We all loved the cottage and the dogs loved the garden.
It was comfortable and the welcome hamper much appreciated.
We would like to return sometime. Thank you Rural Retreats.

11 JUNE 2018

This beautiful cottage lies in the heart of rural Dorset. It is very well equipped and provided for us a magical setting to celebrate my wife's 70th birthday Apart from the sheer bliss of enjoying this chocolate box cottage, mention must be made of the kindness of the housekeeper, Harriet, who, in addition to responding to several phone calls prior to our arrival, also did everything she could to enable us to keep the holiday as a truly memorable surprise for my wife. It is no exaggeration to say that our short stay at Magna Cottage was perfect and stands near to the top of the list of all the exciting holidays our family has enjoyed in previous years.

14 MAY 2018

The cottage was perfect for our group of 8 plus spaniel. Gorgeous weather really made the holiday, as we spent most of our time in the spacious garden or out walking in nearby woods. The cottage had all that we needed, although if you’re looking for hi-tech, this isn’t the place for you. We weren’t and loved the seclusion and peace of being the last property on the no-through road.

12 FEBRUARY 2018

Cottage was cosy and the log fire was great for a cold February weekend. Would thoroughly recommend. Harriet the housekeeper was vey helpful.
Forth bedroom could do with a door for privacy.

23 JANUARY 2018

A wonderful place to stay, a home from home, we felt at home immediately. A welcome hamper with very thoughtful local produce.
We will definitely book again.

11 JANUARY 2018

Magna Cottage is a lovely warm and cosy cottage that was very well equipped for our stay over Christmas. However the only shower had no hot water and whilst attempts were made to fix it, this didn't happen. A small refund was made to us but on reading a previous review it would seem that Rural Retreats already knew this was a problem before we arrived. it would have been good to have been warned and some alternative set up in the upstairs bathroom. In addition the smaller sofa has a broken leg and there's no lock on the bathroom door; all details that should be sorted for the money paid, and the general high standard of the rest of the house.
I also think mention should be made that the internet is so slow as to be non-existent and there is no mobile phone signal.
If the shower had been hot and the internet usable, I would have rated Magna Cottage 5 stars.

4 JANUARY 2018

The heating was broken, the shower’s thermostat was broken and the largest cooking utensil in a house that slept eight was barely big enough to heat a tin of beans.

Not impressed.

Location and furnishings were lovely, but very poor maintenance of facilities and needs better equipment in kitchen.

29 AUGUST 2017

Superb in every respect
Welcome hamper more than expected
Great holiday

7 AUGUST 2017

Very much a home from home for 5 adults and 2 yyoung children

21 JULY 2017

You pay for what you get - this is a premium cotage and the specificiations, finishing and setting amply reflect this.

4 JANUARY 2017

Accommodation was excellent, exactly as described. It was a real home from home Christmas and we enjoyed every moment. The housekeeper was very friendly and helpful when I spoke with her before we started our holiday. Thank you to all concerned, it was brilliant.

7 NOVEMBER 2016

Our 11th stay at Magna which really is a home from home for us. We've got used to the high cost of staying at the cottage but can imagine others may feel it's a bit on the expensive side as it's looking tired in places. It also needs a jolly good clean under the beds but seeing as I don't do this in my own home and that Harriet the caretaker is lovely, I can't really criticise! The garden fencing STILL isn't done but apparently this is imminent. Next door's terrier coming in is still not funny!!

7 OCTOBER 2016

Unusually for a Rural Retreat Cottage and as you know we have used plenty this one was idyllic from the outside but inside a bit tired, mismatched and scruffy. The kitchen was dirty, the highchair was broken but luckily we had bought a travel one, a chair in the dining room was also broken and dishwasher was not working - it said add salt and we did and it still did not clean anything so I am glad you have ask for this feedback as think you should know as it was up to our expectations - we went to Pool Head in Hereford after which was perfect!

23 SEPTEMBER 2016

A lovely clean cottage and housekeeper very helpful.

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Magna Cottage, a 300 year old detached thatched, flint property

Ground floor: Fully fitted kitchen with breakfast table

Beautiful thatched roof and original features of this historic cottage

Ground floor: Spacious dining room seating eight guests

Ground floor: Large sitting room with wood burner and comfortable seating

Ground floor: Opposite end of the large sitting room, enjoy playing a board game or reading a book

First floor: Spacious Master bedroom with double bed

First floor: Spacious double bedroom

First floor: Double bedroom with twin beds

First floor: Second twin bedroom linked to the master double bedroom with a second staircase

First floor: Bathroom with hand held spray attachment

Ground floor: Shower room

Delightful garden with outdoor seating

Enjoy a delicious breakfast al fresco with stunning views of the gardens

Aerial view of the picturesque Magna Cottage

Stunning gardens all around the cottage with seating

Roses in bloom during summer months

One acre of orchard gardens to explore and enjoy

Plenty of shaded areas in the gardens

One acre of orchard gardens to explore and enjoy

Organic apples growing in the gardens at Magna Cottage

Wild lavender fills the air with its beautiful scent

From the cottage there is direct access to forest walks and mountain bike trails

Large one acre lawned orchard garden, ideal for children

Organic apples growing in the gardens at Magna Cottage

As the highest village in Dorset the views from the walks in the area are spectacular to the coast of the Isle of Wight

With good gourmet pubs in the area and is a good "get-away-from-it-all" location

Magna Cottage holiday home details

Magna Cottage is a 300-year-old self catering holiday rental nestling in a secluded valley at the end of a no-through-road on the Cranborne Chase, a mile from Ashmore in Dorset.

This holiday cottage, a detached thatched flint property, is in an ideal location for an outdoor break in Dorset, with plenty of walking opportunities. From the cottage there is direct access to forest walks and mountain bike trails and it is conveniently located for the Wessex Ridgeway walk. It has good gourmet pubs in the area and is a good "get-away-from-it-all" location.

This holiday cottage at a glance

Sleeps eight guests.
Four double bedrooms.
One shower room and one bathroom.
Inglenook fireplace with an open fire and guard.
Large one acre lawned orchard garden, ideal for children.
WiFi.
Children of all ages welcome.
Two well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge).
Ample onsite parking with secure fencing around the property.
Minimum of a three night stay.

Additional features

Thatched roof and original features of this historic cottage.
Electric hob and oven.
Microwave.
Fridge/freezer.
Freezer in adjoining shed.
Dishwasher.
Washer/dryer.
Two televisions.
DVD player, iPod connection, radio.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Two picnic table benches. Logs in adjoining sheds.
Sorry, no barbecues due to thatch.

Attractions and nearby amenities

As the highest village in Dorset the views from the walks in the area are spectacular to the coast of the Isle of Wight.
The Fontmell pub is excellent and only a five minute drive from the cottage and the Beckford Arms is also very good and about 20 minutes away.
There are many others within a five-mile radius and in Shaftesbury, five miles to the north.
Other places to visit in this area of Dorset include Salisbury, Longleat, Stonehenge and Poole, all within a 45-minute drive.
There are glorious sandy beaches and sandbanks at the entrance to Poole Harbour.

For additional inspiration on what to do within the area, please click here.

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for holidays taken between 1 September 2019 and 30 September 2019

Minimum of 3 nights booking.
Must be placed between 12 Aug 2019 and 30 Sep 2019

* Discount applies to base rent only

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Welcome hamper included

A complimentary hamper will be awaiting you on your arrival containing milk, tea, fresh coffee, bread, butter, eggs, juice, wine and cheese, along with other essential items to prepare a light snack or breakfast. There may be some regional variations.

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