Brook Cottage

Brook Cottage is a Victorian manor house built to accommodate large groups. Eight bedrooms and nine bathrooms spread across the main building provide sleeping space for up to 16 guests, and the property is yours alone—no other visitors, no shared areas. What sets it apart is the grounds: a full acre of private gardens where a seasonal swimming pool, hot tub and tennis court sit among woodland. The house itself contains a games room for indoor entertainment.

The kitchen is equipped for cooking substantial meals. Bed linen, towels and wifi are included in your stay; electricity is covered too. No smoking throughout. One well-behaved dog is welcome. The setting places you within 30 acres that still includes working vineyard, giving a genuine sense of seclusion despite the property being part of a small collection of holiday cottages.

Woodland walks start from the door. Blandford Forum, a Georgian market town, is a short drive, and the Jurassic Coast lies within reach for exploration. This works for extended family gatherings, milestone celebrations or groups seeking space and privacy in rural Dorset.