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Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK

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1 bedroom, bed sheets
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Dining

Entire cabin

1 bedroomSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK

It was an iconic Hovis advert that baked the image of Gold Hill, a romantic cobbled street in Dorset, into the country’s collective imagination. But the people of Shaftesbury have been enjoying the view here for centuries. And, two miles south of town, almost within view from that fabled street, there’s now a glamping site that bears the same name. It too boasts classic country views – the meadow sloping westwards to take in the best of the evening light – and, despite being new, has a similarly timeless, picture-perfect feel.

There are just two bell tents at Gold Hill Glamping in total, despite a spacious three acres of meadow to fill. The result is ample space for everyone and even an additional, fenced-off area for equestrians who wish to holiday with their horse. Glampers can choose from the traditional bell tent structure or the bulbous ‘lotus belle’ tent, which looks similar but bulges outwards in the middle like an oversized pudding to provide extra space.

Each tent has a comfortable double bed and soft furnishings, with futons that you can convert into extra beds for children if you don’t mind bringing along their bedding. Outside, meanwhile, there’s a picnic bench, a campfire pit and a well-equipped kitchen shelter. And, while there are flushing loos and hot showers back by the farmhouse a hundred yards or so away, there’s also an additional composting loo closer to hand in the field.

Despite the comforts, Gold Hill Glamping is still suitably rustic. There’s no electricity and, though there are lanterns, campfires are the go-to form of evening light. The place remains very much a working farm too. There are ponies to pat and you can watch the cows being milked if you chat eagerly enough to farmers Clea and Jonathan. A neighbouring stretch of woodland was also once a forest school and today is left as a secret discovery spot for family glampers, with rope swings hanging from branches, fairy doors hidden among tree trunks and a stream to splash in.

If you find the time to head elsewhere, there are footpaths aplenty to roam, taking in Mlebury Hill, Compton Abbas and Fontmell Down (stopping at the good pub in Fontmell Magna). Or walk back north to Shaftsebury, finishing with the steep stroll up Gold Hill and maybe even buying a fresh loaf of bread at the end.

Property manager

Travelnest

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 431 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

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Shaftesbury, ENG

What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Stourhead - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 37 min drive - 35.7 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 21 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orchard Park Garden Centre - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Benett Arms - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely spacious lotus bell tent in Shaftesbury, UK located?

Situated in Shaftesbury, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Fontmell and Melbury Downs and within 3 miles (5 km) of Melbury Vale Winery and Gold Hill Museum. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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