
The Downwood is a detached holiday home in Dorset that sleeps 16 guests across 8 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms. This property welcomes pets and features a private hot tub for relaxing after days exploring the countryside. The house offers spacious accommodation perfect for multi-family gatherings with plenty of room for everyone including your four-legged companions.
Located in rural Dorset, this property sits in peaceful surroundings with countryside views. The area provides easy access to the Jurassic Coast and local market towns.
Inside you'll find 8 bedrooms sleeping 16 people comfortably with 5 bathrooms throughout. The ground floor features open-plan living spaces including a kitchen, dining area and sitting room.
The Downwood is a detached holiday home in Dorset that sleeps 16 guests across 8 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms. This property welcomes pets and features a private hot tub for relaxing after days exploring the countryside. The house offers spacious accommodation perfect for multi-family gatherings with plenty of room for everyone including your four-legged companions.
Located in rural Dorset, this property sits in peaceful surroundings with countryside views. The area provides easy access to the Jurassic Coast and local market towns.
Inside you'll find 8 bedrooms sleeping 16 people comfortably with 5 bathrooms throughout. The ground floor features open-plan living spaces including a kitchen, dining area and sitting room. Multiple reception rooms give groups space to spread out. Outside there's a garden with the hot tub and off-road parking.
Blandford Forum lies 4 miles away (10 minutes). The Jurassic Coast reaches Lulworth Cove at 15 miles (25 minutes). Monkey World sits 8 miles away (15 minutes). Kingston Lacy House is 9 miles distant (18 minutes).
The Downwood works brilliantly for large family reunions or friend groups wanting countryside peace with coastal access nearby.
The Downwood
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Eight bedrooms and five bathrooms provide ample space for large family gatherings or friend groups without feeling cramped throughout your stay.
Unwind in your own hot tub after exploring Dorset's countryside and coast, perfect for evening relaxation with your group.
Bring your dogs along to enjoy the Dorset countryside together, with garden space and nearby walks for exercising your pets.
Several reception rooms mean different groups can relax separately, watch films or play games without disturbing each other throughout the day.
Rural Dorset setting offers peace and quiet whilst remaining close to attractions like the Jurassic Coast and local market towns.
Just 25 minutes from Lulworth Cove, you can explore this World Heritage coastline with dramatic cliffs and fossil-filled beaches easily.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Downwood by car, take the A354 towards Blandford Forum and follow signs for the local area. The property offers convenient off-road parking for multiple vehicles upon arrival.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Gillingham (Dorset), approximately 12 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you to your countryside accommodation in around 20 minutes.
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Postcode: DT11 7AJ
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Quick answers to our most common questions about The Downwood
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Pet friendly & nearby
Not sure where to take your dog on your hot tub break? Here are some handy and important places within easy reach. You'll find pet friendly pubs and cafés, beaches, walks and country parks, plus the nearest vets should you need one. Tire the dog out, then head back for a soak under the stars.
Proper country pubs near The Downwood that welcome dogs through the door - ideal for a post-walk pint by the fire.
Tarrant Monkton, Blandford Forum DT11 8RX, UK
Almer, Blandford Forum DT11 9EW, UK
Mill St, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne BH21 3RH, UK
Holt Ln, Holt, Wimborne BH21 7DJ, UK
6 Dorchester Hill, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford Forum DT11 0JG, UK
Fox Lane, Wimborne BH21 2EQ, UK
Coffee stops and tea rooms close to The Downwood where your four-legged friend can join you.
Cw1 Grainstore, Shaftesbury Ln, Blandford Forum DT11 7EG, UK
8 Tabernacle Walk, Blandford Forum DT11 7DL, UK
R Lukins Fitness, Stud Farm, Pimperne, Blandford Forum DT11 8XA, UK
Old Calf House, Tarrant Hinton, Blandford Forum DT11 8JX, UK
The Happy Farmer Cafe, Gorcombe, Farm, Blandford Forum DT11 9AG, UK
Home Farm, Tarrant Gunville, Blandford Forum DT11 8JW, UK
Sand and sea within reach of The Downwood. Do check seasonal dog restrictions before you set off.
Denecote Lodge, 4-6 Westminster Rd, Westbourne, Poole BH13 6JL, UK
Canford Cliffs Beach, Cliff Dr, Poole BH13 7HX, UK
Branksome Dene Beach, Poole BH13 6FB, UK
Shore Rd, Poole BH13 7PN, UK
Country parks, commons and open green space near The Downwood for stretching four legs.
Mortain Bridge, Blandford St Mary, Blandford Forum DT11 9GH, UK
Poole Rd, Upton, Poole BH17 7BJ, UK
Knighton Ln, Bournemouth, Wimborne BH21 3AS, UK
Horton Rd, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2ET, UK
Brocks Pine, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2DH, UK
Good to know before you travel - the closest veterinary practices to The Downwood, just in case.
Damory Lodge, Edward St, Blandford Forum DT11 7QT, UK
1 Higher Shaftesbury Rd, Blandford Forum DT11 8ST, UK
Manston Rd, Sturminster Newton DT10 1BH, UK
The, Wincombe Business Park, Shaftesbury SP7 9QJ, UK
453 Ringwood Rd, Poole BH12 4LX, UK
1506 Wimborne Rd, Kinson, Bournemouth BH11 9AD, UK
Places data © Google. "Dog friendly" is based on listing and review text rather than an official flag, so it's always worth ringing ahead to double-check before you travel.

