About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Orchard Retreat Off Grid Shepherds Huts in Dorset offers apartment-style accommodation in Dorchester. Each unit features a private bathroom, kitchen, and dining area. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy the bar. The property includes a hot tub, sauna, and barbecue facilities. Convenient Location: Located 63 km from Bournemouth Airport, the apartment is near attractions such as Golden Cap (27 km), Athelhampton House (26 km), and Monkey World (40 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its hot tub and convenient location, the property ensures a pleasant stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hut was well equipped and very peaceful and quiet. The hot tub was also a great place to be sitting, watching the stars. It was nice to be able to enjoy the Dorset Star Cider and pizzas available on Saturday night in amongst the orchard.
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s a beautiful little hut in a beautiful location. It’s really peaceful and on a clear night to be able to gaze up at the stars from hot tub was an incredible experience.
  • Jessica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a perfect place to relax and enjoy the surrounding views. Dan and Kathrine are so lovely and make you feel at home. They’ll help with anything you need and are lovely to even just have a chat. The pizza and cider night on Saturday was...
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable stay in very rural spot, felt like we had the county to ourselves
  • Mirko
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely beautiful location, we enjoyed the privacy, the hot tub facing the Orchard field. The hut is very well kept and cozy, perfect for a couple gateway! Katherine has been an amazing host, very friendly. They also have a pizza oven where you...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The privacy and location are fantastic. The hot tub was hot and clean on arrival. The BBQ/firepit was really good and useful. Bed was comfortable. Cider was delicious! Lovely outlook from the decking - good for star gazing on a clear night.
  • Shelley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What didn't we love! This is our third stay here we love everything about it ... the peace, tranquility, views, hot tub, comfy bed, great facilities and of course the cider barn and the homemade wood fire pizzas are just gorgeous We will be...
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The tranquility. Being outside. Quiet. Being amoungst nature. The cider. Just absolutely perfect. Thank you.
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the peacefulness and the private feel the location had. Loved the hot tub and the cabin was so cosy.
  • Julian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect set up for a couples retreat 😃 Comfy bed, good facilities and a belting Hot Tub!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Dan

Company review score: 9.8Based on 52 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

One of us is usually onsite for the duration of your stay or contactable via phone if you have any queries from 8am-9pm and in case of emergency 24/7.

Property information

Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. Our self contained shepherds hut is sat over looking our beautiful cider orchard in the heart of Dorset complete with its own outdoor fire pit/bbq and private hot tub. We have a range of produce including meat and eggs from our livestock reared at the orchard to offer guests to enjoy. There are great pubs, breweries and restaurants in the locality plus cycle routes and walks with stunning views of the countryside.

Neighbourhood information

The medieval village of Cattistock is a 15minute walk from The Orchard and offers a local shop with post office open until midday, a tearoom and traditional country pub. Nearest train station is in Maiden Newton 3 miles away but we have no bus service. Walks and cycle routes are numerous and some are covered in our welcome pack. The Jurrassic coast is only 30mins drive.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Orchard retreat off grid shepherds huts in Dorset takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Orchard retreat off grid shepherds huts in Dorset in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.