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Pine Retreat

Dorset » Stour Cross Farm, West Stour, SP8 5SE
Sleeps up to 6
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
Set on a scenic dairy farm near Gillingham, this rustic chalet is a handy base for exploring Dorset. It’s convenient location makes days out a breeze. Spend the morning roaming around Stourhead (6 miles), with its beautiful lake, sweeping gardens, classical temples, and grand house. Head into Shaftesbury (5 miles) for lunch beside the famous cobbled street and visit the Gold Hill Museum. If you enjoy history, Fiddleford Manor and Old Wardour Castle are within 12 miles and offer a slower afternoon of exploring romantic ruins. Cranborne Chase National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is just 13 miles away. Discover ancient woodlands, scenic trails, parks, and dark skies at this diverse destination. Step up to the door and into your Scandinavian-inspired cabin.
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About Pine Retreat

Set on a scenic dairy farm near Gillingham, this rustic chalet is a handy base for exploring Dorset. It’s convenient location makes days out a breeze.

Spend the morning roaming around Stourhead (6 miles), with its beautiful lake, sweeping gardens, classical temples, and grand house. Head into Shaftesbury (5 miles) for lunch beside the famous cobbled street and visit the Gold Hill Museum.

If you enjoy history, Fiddleford Manor and Old Wardour Castle are within 12 miles and offer a slower afternoon of exploring romantic ruins. Cranborne Chase National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is just 13 miles away.

Discover ancient woodlands, scenic trails, parks, and dark skies at this diverse destination. Step up to the door and into your Scandinavian-inspired cabin.

Inside the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, wood panelling and a rustic design create a warm, cocooning environment from the off. In the kitchen, a fully equipped space features an electric oven and a coffee machine, allowing you to prepare any group meal with ease.

The space is adorned with a solid wooden table with six seats for memorable group dining. A contemporary lounge area features leather reclining sofas for maximum relaxation and a TV for watching your favourite shows.

French windows also open to the veranda, where you can enjoy breath-taking views, and on chilly nights, sit beside the flame-effect fire for a cosy atmosphere. There's a handy WC and boot room adjacent to this space.

When it’s time to turn in, three spacious bedrooms await. First is the ground-floor double bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, with shower over bath and WC.

Head upstairs to the first floor, where a king-size bedroom is set beneath the eaves with natural pine cladding, exposed beams and a balcony with rolling views. An additional twin bedroom sits next door, and both rooms have en-suite shower rooms with WCs.

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Attractions Near Pine Retreat

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Pine Retreat itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Dorset has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - BA12 7NW
about 13 Miles
You may have seen this amazing attraction on the BBC1 Animal Park programme.  This is actually the first safari park outside of Africa where you can get close to the animals from the comfort of your own car. Some of the highlights include the zebras, the wallabies in wallaby wood and the sea lion escorted cruise to Gorilla Island.  And of course the magnificent lions and tigers are a must see.  This really is an animal experience with a difference and you can save money by booking your tickets online.  This attraction is open until the end of October. Check out their website to see some fantastic video podcasts of the park.
Kingston Maurward Gardens and Animal Park - DT2 8PY
about 19 Miles
Kingston Maurward Gardens and Animal Park is a magical place to visit with grand gardens and plenty of animals to meet.  From goats and ponies to alpacas and pot bellied pigs this attraction is excellent value for money.  You can feel free to explore the grounds too which are especially lovely on sunny days.  You will see majestic floral displays, stone terraces, a temple and even a lake.
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - DT1 1JU
about 20 Miles
This family orientated museum is dedicated to Teddy Bears both old and new Edward Bear and his family of people sized bears are one of the main attractions.  You can buy teddy bear gifts from the quaint shop including top notch brands.  The Steiff Teddy Bear and Merrythought bears are very popular.  Open 7 days a week all year round (except 25th and 26th December) this is a perfect all weather place to visit.
Monkey World - BH20 6HH
about 21 Miles
Monkey World is not only a local attraction but the work they carry out is amazing.  Rescuing and rehabilitating monkeys and assisting governments around the world to stop the smuggling of primates are just some of the purposes of the centre. You get to see the primates themselves many of which have become famous from appearing on the TV show Monkey World - a documentary about this place. Open year round we think this is one of best attractions in Dorset and you even get the chance to adopt a monkey if you choose.
Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum - SP1 2EN
about 23 Miles
The Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum is located in the Salisbury area of Wiltshire and will appeal to those looking for an educational and cultural day out.  The exhibits are centred around the history of Salisbury and South Wiltshire from prehistoric times to now. There are plenty of activities on for families and children during school holidays so don't forget to check ahead to see the latest events. There are a gift shop and a cafe on site.
Loch Lomond Sealife Centre - G83 8QL
about 24 Miles
The perfect place to visit on a rainy day this large Sealife Centre is currently offering 2 tickets for £15.00 when you book online. Top attractions include the amazing shark tunnel, the rock pools and the otter enclosure. This year Loch Lomond Sealife Centre is also home to Cammy - the only Giant Sea Turtle in Scotland! The centre also offers visitors an educational experience with talks and hands on events taking place daily.
Horseworld - BS37 8QZ
about 29 Miles
This wonderful attraction in Gloucestershire will appeal to animal lovers as you will have the chance to see the fantastic work going on and meet the rescued horses, ponies and donkeys.  This place is funded entirely through public donations and they rely on these vital funds.  Kids will love the play barn and straw den where they can run off some energy.  New for 2010 is the Aerial Runway with Jungle Climber.