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Rabbit Cottage - Notton Hill Barns

Notton, near Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Working farm
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
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At a glance

 

  • Perfect for walkers, as you'll be surrounded by beautiful countryside and the Macmillan Way
  • Spend a lazy afternoon in the garden where you might encounter some of the resident wildlife
  • Enjoy cosy evenings in beside the wood burner or head to the games room and challenge your companions to a game

 

Property code: OC-92416

Immerse yourself in idyllic countryside with this secluded and charming rural retreat, offering the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Nestled amidst picturesque fields and on a cycle route, you can bask in the tranquillity or venture out to explore the nearby surroundings easily by car. Accessed via a private drive through a working farm and surrounded by open farmland, the cottages sit within a lightly wooded oasis of over an acre, providing a tranquil rural setting, rich in wildlife, on the western edge of the Purbeck Downs in Dorset. A short 2-mile journey leads you to the village of Maiden Newton, home to plenty of local amenities. Alternatively, a scenic 7-mile drive south takes you to the ever-popular Jurassic Coast. Visit a wealth of attractions, including Dorchester, Abbotsbury with its Swannery and gardens, Forde Abbey, Lyme Regis and Durdle Door. Plus Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World, Fleet Air Arm Museum are all within easy reach. A visit to Weymouth and Portland is a must, where you can explore the rich maritime history, browse the shops or spend time on the award winning Blue Flag beach.

Part of a complex of 4 adjoining properties, this 18th century flint and stone barn conversion sits at the end of a long drive, unmade in places and surrounded by rolling countryside. The private entrance door opens into a welcoming hallway, where you'll find the first of the two bathrooms straight ahead, benefiting from a corner bath and separate shower cubicle . On the left is an inviting open-plan lounge/diner. This sociable room has been cleverly divided with the lounge area to the left, arranged around the wood burner and smart TV and space to dine in comfort just opposite. The kitchen can be found through an arch and being just next door, you can chat whilst you prepare your favourite meals. Heading upstairs, you'll find the two bedrooms and a cosy study with space to sit and enjoy a good book. Completing this floor is the second bathroom.

French doors lead from the lounge to a private patio with furniture and a charcoal BBQ, ideal for al fresco meals. There is an open lawn, screened in part with hedging, which is the perfect place to sit back and relax whilst you listen to birdsong. A shared games room sits at the opposite end of the terrace, furnished with a 3 in 1 table (pool/table tennis and air hockey) plus a dart board. Off-road parking spaces for 2 cars and EV charger available (additional costs apply).

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 with a zip-and-link bed which is made up as a super-king-size (or can be made into a twin bed configuration on request at time of booking),  and 1 double
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC; 1 bathroom with bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Shared laundry room with 2 washing machines and tumble dryer
  • Highchair & travel cot available (linen not supplied)
  • Wood burner (1st basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Patio with furniture, charcoal BBQ and open lawn
  • Shared games room with 3 in 1 table (pool/table tennis and air hockey) plus a dart board
  • Selection of board games and books available in the games room
  • Secure storage for bicycles available on request
  • 2 off-road parking spaces located in front of the cottage
  • Dedicated EV charger (7.6kw), untethered, 35p/kw via app or using RFID fob (supplied)
  • Private water supply
  • Beach 7 miles, shop and pub 2 miles
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 1st June 2026

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We really enjoyed our stay at Rabbit cottage. It is a beautiful cottage set in a really beautiful quiet location. We wanted for nothing while staying there. Andrea and mark are wonderful hosts, nothing was too much trouble and they have thought of everything. We really appreciated Andrea going to the trouble of sending us a mislaid mobile phone thaRead moret we overlooked when we left. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at Rabbit cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Nancy 23rd September 2025

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We had a lovely stay at Rabbit Cottage. It was comfortable, very clean and tidy, well equipped and in a lovely rural but convenient location to explore Dorset.

Reviewed by Andrew 6th September 2025

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This cottage is well appointed and in a very quiet location. Its on top of a hill so had good views. When the wind blows it can be felt and heard but the windows and doors are well sealed so its warm inside.

Reviewed by John 1st September 2025

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Outstandingly welcoming and helpful - a delightful choice.

Reviewed by Guy 23rd August 2025

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Lovely week stay with hosts providing a very peaceful location

Reviewed by Philip 2nd July 2025

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We had a great week at Rabbit Cottage, lovely setting, well equipped & very clean. Lovely hosts.

Reviewed by Angela 24th May 2025

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Such a lovely cottage in a wonderful location and great hosts.

Reviewed by Marion 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Carina 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Carole 17th August 2024

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This was our second stay at Rabbit Cottage and we were not disappointed. The new owners have refurbished the cottage to a high standard, creating a clean & cosy environment whilst still retaining the age and charm of the building. The cottage is kitted out with everything you would need for a short or long break away from home. The property also beRead morenefits from an on-site games room with pool, table tennis, air hockey and darts. We would highly recommend a stay at Rabbit Cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 10th August 2024

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Excellent cottage

Reviewed by Joanna 3rd August 2024

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Rabbit cottage is a gorgeous holiday cottage. Comfy beds and sofas, impeccably equipped kitchen, fireplace, bbq, laundry room and extremely generous welcome provisions. The location is excellent, there are walks from your doorstep, and youre 10 mins from Dorchester and 20 mins from the coast. The games room was a huge hit with all the family, as waRead mores the farm location. It was SO quiet at night. The hosts were so accommodating, managing our late arrival time without fuss. We want to return! Hide

Reviewed by Jade 27th July 2024

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We had such a wonderful week at Rabbit cottage. It was very clean and very well equipped. The games room was fantastic and the grounds for the children to play were wonderful. Lovely quiet location with lots of great places to visit close by. The owners were really kind and very helpful. We would love to visit again and highly recommend.

Reviewed by Achim 23rd June 2024

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From the location in the south of England to the cottage itself and the absolutely lovely hosts, we spent two wonderful weeks at Rabbit Cottage. We wanted for nothing and Andrea and Mark were always up for a nice chat. Given the lack of charging infrastructure in the area, the ability to charge our car overnight at the on-site car charger was perfeRead morect. There are plans to add more charging points directly at the cottages in the future. Definitely a recommendation! Hide

Reviewed by Ann 15th June 2024

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The hosts were very helpful. The cottage in a lovely quiet part of the county and uninterrupted views

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Location

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