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Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm

Hardy is a Scandinavian style timber framed chalet in the grounds of a working dairy farm surrounded by Blue Spruce trees.
Hardy (aptly named after the author Thomas Hardy) has three en-suite bedrooms.


We are happy for any visitors to watch the milking in the afternoons. It is a fasinating process to watch.

North Dorset Location: Hardy chalet at Stour Cross Farm sits on top of a hill just outside West Stour village.

It is centrally placed for many attractions which can be reached easily by car. The village itself is very friendly and hosts many fun fund raising events. The local free house pub boasts excellent cuisine and fine ales.

Within the grounds of Hardy are three other chalets. Duncliffe, Melbury and Wessex. All sleeping six with their own parking and surrounded by Blue Spruce Fir trees.

Our games room is available for our guests.. It consists of a table tennis table, Table football, large connect 4 and air hockey. For the little ones they can play on the car mat with a selection of cars.

Property manager

Mrs Christina Trim

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hardy Chalet Scandinavian Style Chalet on Working Dairy Farm
Hardy Chalet Scandinavian Style Chalet Working Dairy Farm
Hardy Scandinavian Style Working Dairy Farm Gillingham
Hardy Scandinavian Style Working Dairy Farm

About the area

Map
Gillingham, England

What's nearby

  • Stourhead Garden - 16 min drive
  • Stourhead - 16 min drive
  • Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 30 min drive
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 37 min drive
  • Longleat - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Templecombe Station - 10 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gillingham Railway Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Ash - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gillingham Tandoori - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Park Garden Centre - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly chalet is within 9 mi (15 km) of Gartell Light Railway, Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Gold Hill Museum. The Art Stable and Sturminster Newton Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Hardy Chalet Scandinavian style chalet on working dairy farm Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful accommodation - all we could ask for!
Our family so enjoyed our stay in Dorset - beautiful walks and views, excellent hosts and wonderful proximity to all of the beauties of the surrounding area. We are so looking forward to returning!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D., Bacup

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location & Accommodation
We stayed at one of four lovely, spacious and well equipped villas in the heart of the Dorset countryside. The views are beautiful and the only noise is that of a working farm which we found very comforting. The villa was very roomy with comfortable beds and the en-suite bathrooms to each of the three bedrooms was a hit with our family. Chris (the host) was very helpful and looked after all our needs. The kitchen was very well equipped and we were able to cook very large meals with ease. The lounge had comfortable, leather sofas and theall important TV worked well. If anyone is looking for a restful, rural holiday you could not do better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul A., Dartford

Liked: Cleanliness
Stour cross farm
We as a family had a wonderful 7 days at Stour cross farm the accomodation was excellent and Christina /trim was always very helpful even allowing my grandchildren to bottle feed a new born calf! The countryside was beautiful with lots of nice pubs serving lovely food!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Break
Had a great time here. Host was lovely and helpful, games room a nice bonus, seeing new born calves also a bonus. Location a bit away from things but not a real problem as that was the idea. Overall a great stay in a comfortable property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent relaxing stay
We all really enjoyed our stay in Hardy cottage 15/8/20 - 22/8/20. Cottage had all amenities and instructions on how to use them. Beds were very comfortable and clean and all showers in en suites worked very well with constant hot water. Beautiful location and we enjoyed our first experience of staying on a working farm. We was lucky enough to witness lots of cows calving. Christina was very obliging and contact with her throughout our stay was very good. Would highly recommend staying here for location, amenities and although very rural, is only a drive away from many attractions. Would love to come back and stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location and amazing hosts
We had a fantastic time in the Hardy cottage. They kids loved the playroom, and we saw a calf being born in the field behind us which amazed them (and they got to hand-feed the calves as well). Lovely hosting from Christina, and an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

Well appointed, clean and comfortable.
Great part of the country. Lovely property and owner. We really enjoyed our short visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

alan w.

Very good
Nice cottage,Lovely cows in field,Nice welcome,cottage very clean and spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

benet c.

Overall friendly and welcoming
We had such a lovely stay here Large comfortable and well equipped cabins with good disabled access An excellent games room and my daughter loved bottle feeding the calves. The best thing about deepest dorset is Christina herself who is a friendly and accessible host who is there without intruding in any way. She always had time to talk to us and provided welcoming touches ofor our children. We wish her and her family well and our thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Julia R.

Spacious accommodation, well equipped
We stayed in the Hardy chalet for a week while attending the Chalke Valley History Festival. It was an excellent base - clean, spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Really appreciated having an ensuite for each bedroom. Lots of good pubs in the area, and plentiful provisions at the Udder farmshop nearby. Flies might have been a problem if we'd wanted to have the windows open, but it wasn't hot, so we didn't.

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Excellent accommodation in a great location
Hardy chalet was absolutely perfect. Everything you'd expect for a home away from home, clean, well equipped and within a short drive of Shaftesbury and Sherbourne. Can't wait to go back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

tracy a.

Immaculate place in an amazing location
Christina's chalets are absolutely amazing. So clean and much bigger than the pics make you think. Great location too and the nearby Ship Inn pub has the best food. A wonderful stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Hillary C.

Home from home chalet
Lovely chalet in peaceful location. Very welcoming owner, made to feel at home immediately. Watching the cows giving birth was a bonus, we managed to see 2 from the balcony. Chalet was spotlessly clean & nothing had been forgotten, very well equipped. Ideal for 6 adults( there are 3 bathrooms). We found Dorset to very pretty with Shaftsbury being very close a photo of Gold Hill with a loaf of bread in your hand is a must! There are lots of places to see including Cheddar Gorge & if it's raining the Haynes car museum is not far, even if you're not really interested in cars it's a very interesting place. All in all we enjoyed our stay & would recommend these chalets without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015