Unique Features

• Indoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis court and stabling on site
• Beautiful exclusive use Regency Manor House with elegant, spacious rooms
• Situated in a peaceful hamlet with rolling countryside views
• Perfect for private parties, weddings or relaxing in style

The Property

Large Exclusive Use County Manor House in Dorset

An exquisitely furnished, elegant manor house situated amidst Hardy country and near the Jurassic coast. With owners that are passionate about both music and art, from the piano in the sitting room to the fascinating art collection and interesting artifacts, the house is full of character, charm and drama.

Inside

• Style: From the impressive approach to the stunning architecture, quirky artwork and spacious rooms, Laurel Manor is a much-loved decadent family home.
• Bedrooms: Choose from seven grand, luxurious bedrooms: 5 doubles (2 en suite and the others share a family bathroom); a double master bedroom (en suite) and a twin room. Carefully chosen fabrics, interesting artwork and beautiful views set the scene for a great night's sleep!
• For relaxation: Chill out in the comfy lounge overlooking the picturesque grounds; sink into a sofa in the drawing room that opens out onto the patio; get cosy in the library amongst the towering bookshelves.
i>For recreation: Lap the heated indoor pool, challenge your partner to a croquet tournament or head to the tennis court on warmer days.
• Practicalities: Laundry facilities

Outside

In the lush gardens you will find a tennis court, stables and paddocks. French doors open out on the sunny patio area where you will find BBQ facilities and a Jamie Oliver wood-fired pizza oven. The garden leads from established borders to informal grassland with breathtaking views beyond.

Food and wine

• DIY: The property is available on a self-catering basis. A large farmhouse kitchen has French doors that open out onto the patio and BBQ area. The dining room seats 12-14.
• In-house cuisine: Local caterers can be organised (at extra cost) to provide bespoke culinary delights.
• Eating out: The famous local inn, the ‘Brace of Pheasants’ (ideally located at the end of the long driveway) is renowned for its delicious food. There are many fantastic country pubs to choose from within a short distance of the house.

Getting there:

• On the map: Situated in Piddletrenthide, near Dorchester and close to Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
• By car: 2-2.5 hours from London and 1.5 hours from Bristol
• By train: The nearest station is Dorchester South, a 15-minute taxi ride from the property. Sherborne Station is 25 minutes away.

Out and About

• Enjoy beautiful countryside walks across the Dorset Downs and Plush Hill
• Experience the countryside as never before on a 200 acre estate in Dorset. Ride a quad bike, experience clay pigeon shooting, slide a Mini Maverick through the bends or feel the exhilaration of handling a speeding hovercraft
• Head to Wincanton for a day at the races
• If you fancy being really pampered, head to the Summer Lodge Health Spa, just a 20-minute drive from the house
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Rental inclusive of

• Linen
• Towels
• Utilities

Accommodation Details

A stunning large manor house with indoor pool located in a tranquil hamlet in Dorset

• Personally Inspected: Yes
  
• Sleeps: 14
• Double: 6 doubles (2 en-suite)
• Twin: 1 en suite
• Cots: There is one cot at the property
• Highchairs: There is high chair at the property
• BBQ: Built in charcoal BBQ in the courtyard
• Facilities: Indoor Pool, tennis court, stables and paddocks, private church in the grounds
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Children: Yes most welcome
• Pets: Horse and 1 dog, 2nd dog by prior arrangement
  Please be advised there is a charge of £50.00 per stay for the dog.
• Evening Meals: Catering available on request
• Disabled Access: Level access on ground floor but no bedrooms on ground floor
• Mod Cons: Sky TV, audio systems
• Internet & Communications: Wireless Internet access
• Wedding Venue: Yes - View more details
• Corporate Venue: Yes - View more details
• Arrival Day: Friday, can be flexible
• Arrival Time: From midday to 5pm
• Departure Time: 6pm (weekend lets) 12pm (longer lets)
• Restrictions: No hen/stag parties/single sex group bookings, no more than 4 children aged under 10 yrs per group,
• Damages Deposit: £2,000