Dorset Hideaways is a brand new holiday lettings agency which opened its doors for business on 1st March 2018 with one single purpose – to give you the best possible choice of holiday homes in Dorset. We already have an extensive portfolio of delightful properties to offer you. Each has been carefully chosen for its character, its beautifully restored interior and its stunning location by a team who really know Dorset well. What’s more, no one is better equipped than Dorset Hideaways to ensure you enjoy the perfect holiday. As a sister company of well-established holiday lettings businesses like Rural Retreats and Norfolk Hideaways, we have the experience and the skills to help you get every detail right.

Located along a quiet country lane and just over a mile away from fabulous Forde Abbey, with its stunning gardens and famed water fountain, delightful Shedrick Cottage is simply idyllic for families and couples alike; a truly special holiday hideaway.

Information correct at time of writing. Shedrick Cottage is in an ideal location as it sits within Dorset, but is close to the border of Somerset and Devon too, thereby offering endless opportunities for days out and activities. There are two local shops within easy reach - Thorncombe Village Shop or Winsham Village Shop, both are well worth a visit for your holiday essentials. Set on the River Axe and within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nearby Axminster boasts many independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The Axminster Country Market takes place every Thursday at the Masonic Hall from 8:30am until noon. With local producers of craft, food, plants, and vegetables as well as unique gifts and hampers. Axminster Heritage Centre will provide you with all the history Axminster holds. There are numerous pubs and eateries in the area, with the local favourite, The Squirrel Inn, just a short stroll away. River Cottage on the outskirts of Axminster, is a popular café/restaurant and offers fabulous views across the Devon countryside. Tytherleigh is a short drive away, home to The Tytherleigh Arms, a family run restaurant providing fantastic food cooked to order, with the best seasonal and locally sourced produce and local real ales (booking is essential to avoid any disappointment!). Tytherleigh is also home to The Farm Shop, providing local produce, home cooked lunches and cakes! There is always something new and different at The Farm Shop, so it is best to keep track on social media! Less than a mile away is the stunning Forde Abbey Historic House & Gardens, a great place to visit for all of the family with over 30 acres of award winning gardens, and the highest powered fountain in England. Just a few miles away is the Jurassic Coast , a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a choice of bays, beaches and coastal paths to walk. The popular seaside town of Lyme Regis, with its harbour and fossil-rich cliffs is an excellent...