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✓Self-catering farmhouse located on a working farm in Dorset, Blandford Forum
✓Eight bedrooms total across main house and two independent annexes
✓Main farmhouse sleeps 16 guests in six en-suite bedrooms
✓Two additional independent self-catering units: one ground-floor apartment adjacent to main house and one two-storey house opposite sleeping 2
✓Eight bathrooms total, all en-suite with either cubicle showers or roll-top baths with showers over
✓Central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity included in rental
✓Wood burner in second living room with initial logs provided
✓Open roaring fire in family room with vast corner sofa seating 12 and two giant Buddha bags
✓Chef’s superbly equipped kitchen in main house featuring Aga, electric oven, induction hob, and breakfast area
✓Utility room with fridge, freezer, wine cooler, washing machine, and tumble dryer
✓Two separate toilets on ground floor of main house
✓Two living rooms in main house: one with 55" Freeview TV, Netflix streaming, DVD player, sound system, Nintendo Wii, and selection of DVDs; second with 49" Freeview TV and wood burner
✓Formal sitting room suitable for grown-ups after dinner
✓Dining room with high ceilings and huge French doors leading to terrace
✓Annexe 1 (ground floor apartment) with living/dining room containing TV and DVD player
✓Annexe 1 kitchen with electric oven, 2-ring hob, microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher
✓Annexe 1 bedroom with kingsize bed and en-suite cubicle shower and toilet
✓Annexe 1 has access to courtyard and garden
✓Annexe 2 (two-storey house opposite) with living/dining room including TV and DVD player
✓Annexe 2 kitchen with electric oven, 2-ring hob, microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher
✓Annexe 2 sleeps 2 guests with unique outside bateau bath
✓Six of the en-suite bedrooms have TVs
✓Great Sonos sound system for music lovers
✓Indoor shared swimming pool available for all guests
✓Shared sauna facility on site
✓Large lawned garden, enclosed orchard, courtyard garden area, and terrace for outdoor enjoyment
✓Garden furniture provided for outdoor seating
✓Barbecue and firepit available in garden area
✓Toddler-friendly play area including mud kitchen, sandpit, digging area, and space to play
✓Tree swings and selection of garden games for family entertainment
✓Each independent unit has its own unique outside bateau bath
✓Private on-site parking available for guests
✓Family-friendly amenities including 3 travel cots and 3 highchairs provided
✓Bed linen and towels included in rental
✓WiFi included throughout the property
✓Pet friendly allowing up to 2 dogs with additional charges
✓Non-smoking property
✓Check-in time after 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Security deposit of £1000 required
✓Nearby local pub within 5-minute walk in the village
✓Property oozes character and style in all rooms
✓Perfect terrace for special events and alfresco dining

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Local Insights: Sleeps 16

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Blandford Forum, Dorset

Weather & Local Conditions

16°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:54am

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16.40°C

Temperature

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23 km/h

Wind Speed

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82%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Sleeps 16 sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

58m

(190 feet above sea level)

Sleeps 16 sits in a peaceful Dorset setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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58m

Elevation

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Blandford Forum

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Blandford Forum are typical Dorset lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.8849700° N | Longitude: 2.081981° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Blandford Forum (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:08am

Sunrise

7:19pm

Golden Hour

8:19pm

Sunset

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4:08am

Sunrise

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8:19pm

Sunset

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7:19pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:19pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Blandford Forum, you have approximately 16.18 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Sleeps 16.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Dorset. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Sleeps 16

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Sleeps 16

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