# Churchill House, Minterne Magna, Cerne Abbas, Dorset Elegant large group holiday house near Cerne Abbas sleeping 16 with a hot tub, perfect for a multi generational family reunion, with dogs welcome ## At a Glance - Sleeps 8 - 16 - 8 bedrooms - Dining for 16 ## Images - Total images stored: 54 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-0570.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-7588.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-4.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-9.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-26.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-7582.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Churchill-House-farmhouse-7578.jpg - 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Churchill House, on the historic Minterne Estate, sleeps 16 guests across eight bedrooms and has the space, character and beautiful surroundings to make a birthday, reunion or long-awaited family holiday feel like a proper occasion. Bring the grandparents, children, friends and dogs. There's room for everyone. The house is wonderfully generous without feeling formal. Light the open fire in the sitting room, spread out the board games or gather around the dining table, which seats 16 for meals that deserve to last all evening. The large kitchen makes feeding a crowd straightforward, while a separate utility area handles the less glamorous business of muddy boots and laundry. Upstairs, the bedrooms are arranged over two floors, with a children's room complete with four single beds, games and its own television. A few rooms have sloping ceilings beneath the eaves, adding character to the old house. Outside, there's a broad lawn for games, a patio for summer lunches and a private hot tub for a little indulgence. Four dogs are welcome too. But one of Churchill House's greatest pleasures lies beyond its own garden. Guests enjoy complimentary admission to Minterne Gardens when open, with 27 acres of remarkable trees, winding paths, lakes and waterfalls to explore. Lovely walks start straight from the estate, and Sherborne's abbey, independent shops, the Blackmore Vale, and Dorset's Jurassic Coast offer plenty of reasons to venture out. Private chefs, yoga sessions and tours of Minterne House may also be arranged. Whether the plan is a celebration or simply several days together, Churchill House gives everyone the freedom to enjoy it their own way. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Up to 4 dogs are welcome by arrangement. An additional fee applies. - **Accessibility:** Bedrooms on upper floors; ground-floor shower room and WC. - **Hot Tub:** Yes, by arrangement. Please request when booking. - **WiFi:** Provided. - **Dining Room:** Separate dining room seats 16. - **Sitting Room:** Sofas, an open fire, a Smart TV, and doors to the garden. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Smart TV in lounge; TV in children’s bedroom. - **Kitchen:** Range oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. - **Bedrooms:** 8 across the first and second floors; includes super kings, kings, doubles, twins, singles, and a children’s four-single room. Sleeps 16. - **Bathrooms:** 5, including a ground-floor shower room and WC, an en suite, a first-floor bathroom, a second-floor en suite shower, and a family bathroom. - **Linen:** Bed linen and bath towels are included. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Central heating and open fire. - **Outdoor:** Large lawn, patio furniture, charcoal BBQ and hot tub; Minterne Gardens access when open. - **Parking:** 4 off-road spaces. - **Children's Facilities:** Children's room with games; travel cot, high chair and stair gate. - **Smoking:** Not permitted indoors. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£3250** per week - From **£2084** for a 2-night weekend - From **£788** per midweek night ### Additional rates | Period | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Low season - January | £3250 | £2363 | £2084 | £788 | | Mid season - June | £5472 | - | £3297 | £1311 | | High season - August | £7350 | - | - | - | | Christmas/New Year | £6400 | - | - | - | Prices shown in GBP. ## Booking Information - Maximum occupancy: 16 guests - - Booking deposit: 45% - - Balance: Due 8 weeks before arrival. - - Minimum stay/changeover: Peak season 7 nights with Friday changeover. Outside peak season, minimum stay is 2 nights with flexible changeover, depending on availability. - - Check-in / check-out: From 4pm / by 10am. - - Damage deposit: £750 - - Extras: Hot tub £50 per booking. Dogs £25 per booking. - - Restrictions: Smoking indoors is not permitted. ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/churchill-house-minterne-magna-cerne-abbas-dorset#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South West England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-west-england) > [Dorset](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/dorset) > [Cerne Abbas](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/cerne-abbas) ### Address Address: Minterne Magna, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, DT2 7AP, GB Latitude: 50.8295407 Longitude: -2.4782788 ### About The Area Minterne Parva is a secluded retreat between Sherborne and Dorchester in the glorious Dorset countryside. Guests enjoy expansive private gardens, rural walks from the door, and access to Minterne Gardens when open. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Distance to Minterne Gardens – Complimentary access included (Closed in winter periods). - **Building:** Distance to Cerne Abbas – 2 miles. - **Building:** Distance to Dorchester – 10 miles. - **Building:** Distance to Jurassic Coast – Approx. 18 miles.