Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Shaftesbury (4mls N), Dorset

Sitting on the edge of the Cranborne Chase AONB, find yourselves with plenty of places to explore when calling this cottage home. The sociable, open-plan living space is perfect for spending time in before and after adventures and the grounds (shared with other properties on the complex) are fantastic for using when the sun shines bright and long. Sleeping four guests across two bedrooms with two pups welcome along too, escape to Dorset with family and friends and settle in at this welcoming bolthole.

Step up and into the heart of the home and begin filling the cupboards with provisions before you put the kettle on for a welcoming cup of tea. Exposed beams and tranquil tones create a characterful yet calm ambience which is perfect for all occasions and is a great space in which to enjoy quality time together. Settle on the sofa or head into the kitchen area to cook up a storm before popping open a bottle or two to raise a toast to the chef.

Dine inside or out and devour delicious feasts together before challenging little ones to bounce the night away on the trampoline, score goals or swing and slide to their heart’s content (play equipment shared with other properties on the complex). After dinner and games, rinse off in your en-suite shower room before getting tucked under the covers for a relaxing night’s sleep. Hop in the car and travel 30 miles to the beautiful city of Bath with its gorgeous architecture, variety of shops and eateries and waterside walks.

Bath is well worth a day trip and has lots to offer for guests of all ages. Should you fancy something closer home, the historic town of Sherborne has a pair of castles and a majestic abbey to visit and is steeped in interesting history. 14 miles from your door, entertain little ones with a trip to the fantastic Longleat Safari Park.