Doles Ash Farm

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14 Years

experience

Your Perfect Dorset Holiday Cottage Awaits

Doles Ash Farm is a family-run, award-winning holiday complex nestled in the heart of Thomas Hardy's Dorset. Set in a peaceful countryside location, we offer seven self-catering cottages converted from historic farm buildings, accommodating groups of 2 to 11 guests. Our facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, tennis court, games room, and play field, alongside a range of onsite animals including alpacas, goats, and chickens.

Located near Dorchester, Weymouth, and the Jurassic Coast, we provide easy access to Dorset's natural and cultural attractions while maintaining a tranquil retreat for guests. With free WiFi, fully equipped kitchens, and flexible booking options, we cater to families, couples, and dog-friendly stays, ensuring a comfortable and memorable holiday experience.

Services

Self-Catering Holiday Cottages Indoor Heated Swimming Pool Games Room Tennis Court Play Field Petting Animals Laundry Facilities WiFi Access Short Break Bookings Family Accommodations

Details

Year established: 2012

Highlights and features

We offer award-winning, family-friendly holiday cottages in Dorset
Our cottages feature an exclusive indoor heated swimming pool
Located near Dorchester, Weymouth, and the Jurassic Coast attractions
We provide dog-friendly accommodations with onsite animal experiences
Rated 5-star by guests across multiple review platforms

Associations and certifications

TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

What people say

5-star reviews Clean and comfortable Friendly staff Excellent location Great family experience

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Services

Self-Catering Holiday Cottages

Our seven converted farm cottages sleep 2-11 guests, featuring fully equipped kitchens, wood-burning stoves, and private outdoor spaces. Each cottage includes free WiFi, linen, towels, and modern amenities. Ideal for families, couples, or groups seeking comfortable Dorset accommodation with flexible booking options.

Indoor Heated Swimming Pool

Guests enjoy exclusive access to our 11m x 6m indoor heated pool, bookable for private sessions. The pool operates seasonally from October to Easter, with special availability during Christmas and New Year periods for exclusive use by cottage occupants.

Games Room

The onsite games room features pool tables, table football, table tennis, board games, and children's toys. This family-friendly facility provides indoor entertainment for all ages regardless of weather conditions, complementing our outdoor activities.

Petting Animals

Guests interact with our friendly farm animals including alpacas, pygmy goats, chickens, and sheep. This supervised activity offers educational and entertainment value, particularly popular with children while maintaining safety and animal welfare standards.

Tennis Court

Our full-size tennis court provides racquet sports opportunities with adjacent badminton net facilities. Guests should bring their own equipment, as this amenity operates on a first-come basis during daylight hours for unstructured recreational play.

People

Sam

Owner

Sam manages day-to-day operations at Doles Ash Farm, ensuring guest satisfaction through attentive service and property maintenance. With extensive experience in hospitality, Sam personally oversees bookings and guest interactions to maintain quality standards.

Questions

What amenities are included in the cottages?

All cottages have fully equipped kitchens, wood-burning stoves, free WiFi, bed linen, towels, and private outdoor seating areas.

Is the indoor pool accessible to all guests?

Yes, the indoor heated pool is exclusively for cottage guests, bookable for private sessions during opening hours.

Are pets allowed in the cottages?

We welcome 1 dog per cottage (excluding Drakes, Huntsman, and Groom Cottages) with prior arrangement and additional charges.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept cheques payable to Doles Ash Farm and BACS transfers for deposits and balances.

How far are local attractions from the farm?

Dorchester is 15 minutes away, Weymouth 20 minutes, and the Jurassic Coast attractions like Durdle Door are within 30-45 minutes by car.

Can I book short breaks outside peak seasons?

Yes, short breaks are available year-round except July-August, with flexible arrival days subject to availability.

Reviews (4)

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Philip Wilson

Jun 15, 2021 Report

We had a lovely week's stay in a self catering cottage at Doles Ash Farm. The cottage itself was perfect and the amenities on the farm are fantastic. The swimming pool was a big hit, as were the animals and general scenery.
Doles ash is in a lovely rural location but still well connected for day trips to explore the surrounding areas. The hosts were very friendly and helpful without being intrusive in any way and this all added up for a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday.
Covid precautions are sensible and well-thought out and we all felt safe and secure without it impacting our enjoyment at

Simon Woolgar

Oct 25, 2018 Report

We live in the area and walk around the public footpaths around the outskirts of the Farm. The views around are to die for. There are plenty of tracks to be followed, deer, birds of prey and other wildlife to be seen and as much fresh air as you can breathe in. The Farm itself sits down in a sheltered dip, the buildings are typically of the region and the whole area is always looking very well maintained. It's a lovely place to visit.

Emma Wood

Sep 13, 2018 Report

Great group of holiday cottages for families. The pool, games room, field and tennis court were a real winner with our 11 and 14 year olds. Though the main attraction seemed to be the pigmy goats and Alpacas! Plenty of local places to visit and walks from the door. Cerne Abbas is a particularly pretty village with walks up to the Giant. Abbot's Tearoom provided tasty sandwiches and baking.

Kate

Jun 25, 2018 Report

It is a beautiful place to spend a relaxing holiday with amazing views and lots of places to walk. Isn't to far from the sea. There is a village where you can go for a nice meal about a 5-10 minute drive. Has a lovely pool, games room with toys and games for all ages, tennis courts, badminton pitch and a big feild for playing on.