Foxglove Cottage

Foxglove Cottage is a spacious, beautifully restored 5-Star Gold cottage designed for families and groups who want to come together in style, set on an exclusive estate of holiday homes in Higher Bockhampton. Sleeping eight across four bedrooms, this is a home where every detail feels carefully considered, from the solid flagstone floors and exposed brickwork that speak to its heritage, to the luxurious finishes that make your stay feel truly special.

At its heart is the impressive open-plan living space, a room made for gathering. The fully equipped kitchen, with its solid wood worktops and gas-fired range cooker, is perfect for preparing celebratory feasts, while the large dining table seats eight with ease. Beyond, a cosy lounge corner invites you to curl up around the log-burning stove, with a smart television for evenings in. It’s a room filled with warmth and character, ideal for making memories together.

The ground floor also features a flexible twin bedroom with zip-link beds and direct access to the courtyard, alongside a sleek shower room and modern bathroom. Upstairs, the master suite is a real showstopper: a spacious retreat with a king-sized wooden sleigh bed, exposed beams, panoramic countryside views, and even its own sitting area with television and electric fire. A designer copper wash basin and chandelier add a sense of indulgence.

Two further upstairs bedrooms – a double with wrought iron bedstead and smart TV, and another flexible twin – provide space for the whole family, all with views across either the estate courtyard or green fields beyond. The upstairs shower room, with shower-over-bath and modern fittings, completes the thoughtful layout.

Outside, Foxglove Cottage has its own enclosed garden, a suntrap during the warmer months and a cosy retreat in the cooler ones. Here you’ll find a private hot tub, dining furniture, umbrella, and barbecue – everything you need for al fresco meals or evenings spent soaking under the stars. Private parking is also included.

Guests at Foxglove Cottage have full use of the estate’s outstanding on-site facilities, which add even more variety to your stay. There are two tennis courts, badminton and boules lawns, a games room with table tennis, pool and table football, and a dedicated playroom for younger children. Families can explore acres of grounds that include a play area, willow den, and nature trail, while those with dogs will love the secure paddock and direct access to the surrounding Thorncombe Woods. For a slower pace, pick fruit and vegetables from the kitchen garden, collect eggs from the hens, or simply enjoy the peace of the landscaped courtyards. Shared hot tubs on the badminton lawn also provide a sociable spot to unwind.

Foxglove Cottage sits in the quiet hamlet of Higher Bockhampton, a location steeped in Dorset history. Directly opposite is Hardy’s Cottage, the birthplace of Thomas Hardy, and the surrounding Thorncombe Woods and Puddletown Forest offer miles of walking and cycling trails. It’s a landscape dotted with Roman roads, hidden ponds, and free-roaming ponies – a real delight for anyone who loves the outdoors.

Just three miles away, Dorchester provides a vibrant contrast with its independent shops, weekly markets, and cultural attractions, including museums dedicated to Hardy and to the area’s rich archaeology. Within easy reach by car, you’ll also find the Jurassic Coast – England’s only natural World Heritage Site – with highlights such as Lulworth Cove, Ringstead Bay, and Durdle Door all waiting to be explored. Traditional Dorset pubs, tearooms, and farm shops can be found in abundance in the surrounding villages, making it easy to combine days of adventure with local food and drink.

Spacious, stylish, and filled with character, Foxglove Cottage is a true gem – a place where families and friends can share the best of Dorset’s countryside and coast in one remarkable setting.