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17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

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Living area
Living area
Private walled terrace to the back of the property
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shaftesbury, England
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Gold Hill Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Stourhead
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset

The Music Room, is in close proximity of The Manor House and is surrounded by the walled garden which encompasses both properties. It enjoys its own private fenced terrace with a table and chairs as well as a new walled terrace at the back of the property. This provides total privacy and includes a BBQ, table and chairs and sun umbrella. The perfect spot to catch the afternoon sun!
There is a village pub approximately 5 minutes walk away and the walk into the centre of Shaftesbury is about 10 minutes and incorporates Gold Hill, from the famous Hovis advert.
Shaftesbury has many good restaurants including an Indian, Chinese, Italian as well as a great Bistro style restaurant at the Grosvenor Arms .
The Mitre pub is in the middle of the high street and has a wonderful decking area with far reaching views and good pub food.

Property manager

Caroline Tolfree
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury is home to this cottage. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sturminster Newton Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs. Larmer Tree Gardens and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting.
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Shaftesbury, England

What's nearby

  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stourhead - 20 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 25 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 32 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 13 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gillingham Railway Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Park Garden Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 17th Century converted Coach House in Shaftesbury, Dorset located?

Situated in Shaftesbury, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Gold Hill Museum. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Melbury Vale Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Comfortable cottage with lots of extras the cookies were delicious and the coffee machine easy to use, you do need to be a bit of a contortionist to get round the bed but it wasn’t a problem. The town has some lovely eating places The Mitre was surprisingly good and has amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Cosy Secluded Property in a Fantastic Location!
Superb cosy secluded property in a fantastic location - an excellent base for exploring Shaftesbury and Dorset and a great place to chill out - we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home
Very clean and tidy. Completely satisfied with the experience. And the hosts was very helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury and home from home!!
Welcoming and every comfort seen to! Personal touches and advice given for local enjoyment. Great location for the highlights of town including Gold Hill. Our street had history, a magical garden and the Old Pump Yard and an old church with a peel of bells!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in Shaftesbury
A beautiful little place in a great location. Lovely hosts who couldn’t have been more helpful, enabling us to check in early, welcoming our dog and giving us useful information about the area. The cottage is extremely well equipped and comfortable and we will definitely stay there again if we visit Dorset.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in the heart of Shaftesbury
Lovely cottage. Great facilities & welcoming hosts. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation in a good location
A very comfortable, cosy property with everything we needed. An ideal location for our weekend break in Dorset, and only a short walk into the middle of Shaftesbury. Our dog enjoyed the cottage and the area too - plenty of dog-friendly pubs and shops locally. Thank you, Caroline, for the relaxing stay in your cottage and for the warm welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short break
Myself, my partner and our dog Oscar had a most enjoyable stay at The Music Room. What a lovely property this is, with everything that you need for a relaxing break. The owners Caroline & Roddy are most welcoming and couldn't be more helpful. Shaftesbury is a great place for a visit, with lots of history, lovely walks and great public houses. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort away from home!
Lovely cottage located close to Gold Hill and a local must The Salt Cellar! This cottage is warm and comfy with all the amenities of home. Traveling from far away there was nothing that we didn't have in this cozy living space. The hospitality of Caroline and Roddy was warm and welcoming absolutely top-notch.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

celia d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay!
Lovely weekend get away 2 adults and a dog. Secure garden spacious but cosy living room super comfy bed everything you could need even robes! Perfect hosts and great location for pubs restaurants and dog walks. We would definitely recommend staying here if you want to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage, great location
We enjoyed our 4 night stay with our two dogs, very friendly and helpful hosts . We would definitely stay again, if we don’t get our new home in the near future. Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded hide away perfect for privacy and relaxing
Tucked away off the access road provides a perfect retreat to relax and unwind. The layout gave sufficient space to cook, eat, rest and relax although we did bump our heads a couple of times in the bedroom. The location is perfect for access to Gold Hill, The Salt Cellar (for an excellent breakfast and views) plus a couple of minutes walk from there to an excellent place for drinks, food and more views - The Mitre. The local Tesco is only a few minutes drive to stock up on essentials. Overall we had a peaceful, battery recharging 4 days. The hosts, while not there at the time made sure their house sitters looked after our needs - which only amounted to the use of their freezer. Would I recommend this to others - YES. Would I come back? Oh yes…
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location lovely cottage Caroline and Roddy wonderful hosts
Great experience would definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property and Location
Wonderful hosts on arrival, fantastic, clean, well appointed property in a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tor M., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bolt hole
The Music Room was exactly as described. There are two lovely sitting areas outside with BBQ, a comfy sofa inside with lots of different lighting options. The hosts were available for introduction and information but otherwise unobtrusive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cozy break
Beautiful and accurate listing for the property within walking distance to local sights recommended by our host. Amazingly peaceful at all hours of the day and the terrace was a little sun trap even in October.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maurice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely stay great location lovely hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage
A lovely, clean and well kept cottage providing all the home comforts one could need. We really enjoyed our weeks stay and would certainly visit again without hesitation. A great location to explore the surrounding area and beyond with the coast only an hours drive away. Would definitely recommend this cottage. Thank you Caroline.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jennie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little town
Everything was lovely with this cottage, though as older holiday makers it was a little awkward with the bed situation as there isnt any room to walk around the bed. It was a prime location for Shaftesbury, which is a lovely little town with a lot of very interesting history.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

susanne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little studio cottage. Perfect location, very comfortable inside, pleasant outside space .
This property is beautifully done , Very relaxing , and Host is extremely welcoming and on hand if needed. Would definitely reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coach House
The Coach House had everything we wanted. Good location,clean,outside seating,parking. Caroline was always there with information if we need it and was a brilliant host. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday break
Thank you for a lovely long weekend in Dorset to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday! We had a great time and especially loved the new private patio at the back where we could relax during the warm summer evenings. We would definitely love to stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marian A., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely countryside great views shopping area with a local bar 4 mins away and a few pubs in town
Lovely cottage/ music room Everything you need Bed so comfortable Caroline host very friendly and helpful Definitely recommend Would like to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
Comfortable cottage in a central location which was ideal for visiting the sites in both Dorset and Somerset. Excellent communication from Caroline, a really friendly, accommodating host
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cosy cottage in the heart of Shaftesbury
Despite the awful weather we had a wonderful stay at the music room cottage. It exceeded our expectations and everything was too a high standard. Will definitely going back very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Tolfree

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We have lived in The Manor House, St James Street, Shaftesbury since 2003. I am a nurse working for the NHS as well as a private Medical and laser clinic.
I have got three grown up children who return frequently, such is their love of the area and all it has to offer.
I have 2 Westies, Monkey and Chips and well behaved dogs are always welcome here.

Why they chose this property

The beauty of our property is its age and character and its prime location at the foot of the famous Gold Hill in Shaftesbury.
Our house was built in 1604 and The Music Room was the original Coach House for The Manor House.
The Music room was converted in the Spring of 2013 into a luxury holiday let for 2 people or a couple with a baby.
The Music room enjoys close proximity to the Saxon town of Shaftesbury and yet within 5 minutes walk to the beautiful rolling countryside of the Blackmore Vale.

What makes this property unique

The Music Room has been fitted to a very high standard and benefits from being a 5 minute walk to the local pub. From there it is a short but steep walk up the famous Gold Hill, renowned for the Hovis advert . This is the most beautiful street ...... a step back in time . Once you have reached the top of Gold Hill you are in the centre of this Anglo Saxon town.
Shaftesbury is steeped in history and tradition and is one of the oldest and highest towns in England and it dominates what Hardy called the 'engirdled and secluded Blackmore Vale'.
At the top of Gold Hill you must sit back and enjoy the stunning views whilst tasting the fabulous fayre on offer at The Salt Cellar Cafe.
Shaftesbury and the surrounding area has so much to offer as listed and described later.

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