Melbury Chalet in Shaftesbury | Must-See Dorset Hot Tub Cottage

About Melbury Chalet

Upstairs the kingsize master bedroom has a 5ft bed, balcony and en-suite shower. The twin room has two 3ft singles and stunning views. Every bedroom has its own en-suite.

Shaftesbury is 6 miles away (12 mins). Stourhead Gardens is roughly 10 miles (20 mins). Sherborne Castle is around 14 miles (25 mins). West Bay at Bridport is approximately 28 miles (45 mins).

Melbury Chalet works brilliantly for families or groups of six wanting space, countryside views and a hot tub. Three en-suites, private parking for three cars and a working farm setting make this stand out.

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Need To Know

✓Detached chalet with open plan living space on ground floor
✓Three floors: Ground floor and first floor layout
✓Electric central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity included in the rental
✓Free Wi-Fi available
✓Leather reclining sofas in the living area
✓Freeview Smart TV and DVD player in living room
✓Stylish electric corner fire in living room
✓French windows from living area opening out to private veranda
✓Large fully equipped kitchen with integrated electric hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, and washing machine
✓Mini freezer located in the downstairs bedroom for extra food storage
✓Cloakroom near the entrance with adjoining toilet and wash hand basin, ideal for outdoor wear storage
✓Bedroom 1 on ground floor: double bed (4ft 6in) with ensuite bathroom featuring bath with shower over, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Additional separate toilet on ground floor
✓Bedroom 2 on first floor: kingsize bed (5ft), spacious master double bedroom with private balcony overlooking Dorset’s grazing fields
✓Ensuite shower room in bedroom 2 with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet, and shaver point
✓Bedroom 3 on first floor: twin room with 2 x single (3ft) beds, stunning views of Duncliffe, Melbury Woods and Shaftesbury
✓Ensuite shower room in bedroom 3 with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet, and shaver point
✓Private veranda featuring a hydrotherapy hot tub with 6-person capacity and 32 water jets, surrounded by a wooden gazebo for privacy
✓Garden with sitting out area shared with other properties on site, accessible via 2 garden steps
✓Communal grounds with seating shared with other properties on site
✓Private parking for 3 cars on-site
✓Property situated on a working dairy farm with large animals and machinery nearby
✓Games room on-site offering table tennis
✓Nearby pub within 1 mile of the property
✓Views from property include Dorset grazing fields, Duncliffe, Melbury Woods, and Shaftesbury
✓Nearby attractions include Dorset Jurassic Coast, West Bay in Bridport, and Chesil Beach at Weymouth
✓Bed linen and towels included in the rental
✓No pets allowed on the property
✓No smoking allowed inside the property
✓Security deposit of £100 payable to the owner
✓Check-in time from 16:00 onwards
✓Check-out time before 10:00
✓Entrance to property has 1 step
✓Garden access involves 2 steps
✓Suitable for families, walkers, cyclists, those seeking relaxation or an action-packed vacation
✓Property suitable for use at any time of year; hot tub ideal for soaking in cooler weather

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Melbury Chalet

Private hot tub with gazebo

A six-seater hydrotherapy hot tub with 32 water jets sits on the private veranda inside a wooden gazebo for complete privacy.

Three en-suite bedrooms

Every bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom. No sharing. The master even has a private balcony overlooking Dorset's grazing fields.

Working farm setting

Stour Cross Farm is a real working dairy farm. Kids and adults alike will love the countryside atmosphere and watching farm life up close.

Stunning countryside views

Views of Duncliffe, Melbury Woods and Shaftesbury from the chalet. The twin bedroom and master balcony make the most of the landscape.

Open plan living space

Leather reclining sofas, a Smart TV, electric corner fire and French windows opening to the veranda make the ground floor a great space to relax.

Parking for three cars

Private on-site parking for three vehicles means no stress about where to leave the cars when you arrive.

Getting To Melbury Chalet

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Melbury Chalet by car, head to West Stour near Gillingham in Dorset. The A30 runs close to the village and the farm is well signposted locally. Private parking for three cars is available on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Gillingham (Dorset), approximately 4 miles from the property. From there a short taxi ride will get you to Stour Cross Farm in West Stour.

Private parking for three cars on site

Gillingham (Dorset) station (approx. 4 miles)

West Stour, near Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5SE

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Shaftesbury & Gold Hill

Distance: 6 miles

SP7 8JW

Stourhead House & Gardens (National Trust)

Distance: 10 miles

BA12 6QD

Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Distance: 14 miles

DT9 5NR

Duncliffe Wood (Woodland Trust)

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 5PY

Stour Valley Way

Distance: 1 mile

SP8 5SE

Melbury Woods & surrounding footpaths

Distance: 3 miles

SP8 5LY

Gillingham Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 4AA

Shaftesbury High Street

Distance: 6 miles

SP7 8JA

Wincanton Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

BA9 9AB

Gillingham (Dorset) Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 4QP

A30 Road Link (Shaftesbury direction)

Distance: 1 mile

SP8 5SE

Wincanton (A303 access point)

Distance: 8 miles

BA9 9AJ

Shaftesbury & Gold Hill

Distance: 6 miles

SP7 8JW

Stourhead House & Gardens (National Trust)

Distance: 10 miles

BA12 6QD

Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Distance: 14 miles

DT9 5NR

Duncliffe Wood (Woodland Trust)

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 5PY

Stour Valley Way

Distance: 1 mile

SP8 5SE

Melbury Woods & surrounding footpaths

Distance: 3 miles

SP8 5LY

Gillingham Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 4AA

Shaftesbury High Street

Distance: 6 miles

SP7 8JA

Wincanton Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

BA9 9AB

Gillingham (Dorset) Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

SP8 4QP

A30 Road Link (Shaftesbury direction)

Distance: 1 mile

SP8 5SE

Wincanton (A303 access point)

Distance: 8 miles

BA9 9AJ

Is Melbury Chalet Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The working dairy farm setting gives kids a real taste of countryside life. On-site table tennis in the games room keeps them busy on quieter days. Shaftesbury and Stourhead are both under 30 minutes away. The hot tub and open fields make this a solid family base.

For Couples

The kingsize master bedroom with its private balcony overlooking Dorset's grazing fields is a strong selling point for couples. Add in the private six-seater hot tub in a wooden gazebo on the veranda and you have a genuinely good setup for a quiet break. Stourhead and Shaftesbury are close for day trips.

Pet Friendly

Melbury Chalet does not accept pets. This is a firm rule at the property so it is not suitable for guests travelling with animals. Please check alternative Dorset properties if you need pet-friendly accommodation.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Melbury Chalet

The Ship Inn, West Stour

Located Under 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: SP8 5RP

The Grosvenor Arms, Shaftesbury

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SP7 8JA

The Mitre Inn, Gillingham

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SP8 4AA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Melbury Chalet

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. Melbury Chalet has a private six-seater hydrotherapy hot tub with 32 water jets located on the veranda. It is sheltered inside a wooden gazebo for privacy and is available year-round.

Is it pet friendly?

No. Melbury Chalet does not accept pets. This applies to all animals so please make alternative arrangements before booking.

How many people does Melbury Chalet sleep?

The chalet sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms. There is a ground floor double, a first floor kingsize master and a first floor twin room.

Are there en-suite bathrooms?

Yes. All three bedrooms have their own en-suite facilities. The ground floor double has a bath with shower over and the two upstairs bedrooms each have a cubicle shower with heated towel rail.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes. There is private on-site parking for three cars at Melbury Chalet. No need to park on the road.

What is the setting like?

Melbury Chalet sits on a working dairy farm in West Stour, Dorset. The property is surrounded by grazing fields with views of Duncliffe, Melbury Woods and Shaftesbury.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a mini freezer in the downstairs bedroom for extra food storage.

Is the property suitable for families?

Yes. The chalet is well suited to families with three bedrooms sleeping six, an open plan living space and an on-site games room with table tennis. Note that the property is on a working farm with large animals and machinery nearby.