# Downview Farm, Near Bournemouth, Dorset Large holiday house sleeping up to 15 with indoor pool, hot tub and spa facilities, for short breaks and hen parties near Blandford St Mary ## At a Glance - Sleeps 2 - 15 - 6 bedrooms - Dining for 15 ## Images - Total images stored: 39 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holiday-in-dorser-1st.jpg (caption: Swimming Pool; alt: Swimming Pool) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holidays-dorset-lounge.jpg (caption: Relax with friends and family in this beautiful space; alt: Relax with friends and family in this beautiful space) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Hot Tub 02.jpg (caption: Hot-Tub For evenings under the stars; alt: Hot-Tub For evenings under the stars) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-dinning-room.jpg (caption: Formal Dining with patio doors leading onto the back gardens and fire pit; alt: Formal Dining with patio doors leading onto the back gardens and fire pit) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/_DSC0065.jpg (caption: Conservatory/Games Room a great evenings entertainment; alt: Conservatory/Games Room a great evenings entertainment) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/_DSC0016.jpg (caption: Conservatory/Games Room overlooking the beautiful gardens; alt: Conservatory/Games Room overlooking the beautiful gardens) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9380.jpg (caption: Large outside table on the decking area, patio doors to swimming pool; alt: Large outside table on the decking area, patio doors to swimming pool) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9481.jpg (caption: Outside decking area; alt: Outside decking area) - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Downview House_0.jpg (caption: Downview Farm Gardens; alt: Downview Farm Gardens) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/_DSC0056S.jpg (caption: Steps leading to the top lawn; alt: Steps leading to the top lawn) - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/outside-fire-pit-downview-farm.jpg (caption: The Back Garden Fire Pit for those evening get togethers; alt: The Back Garden Fire Pit for those evening get togethers) - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holidays-roses-garden01.jpg (caption: Self contained walled garden; alt: Self contained walled garden) - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-decking-to-garden-01.jpg (caption: Steps to the top lawn; alt: Steps to the top lawn) - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/dvf pool 2017.jpg (caption: Heated Indoor Pool Area; alt: Heated Indoor Pool Area) - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swimming-pool-at-night-02.jpg (caption: Soothing warm waters for an evening swim; alt: Soothing warm waters for an evening swim) - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swimming-pool-at-night.jpg (caption: The Pool at night time when the children are in bed; alt: The Pool at night time when the children are in bed) - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-01_1.jpg (caption: The relaxing and comfortable lounge; alt: The relaxing and comfortable lounge) - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-dinning-room-03.jpg (caption: The Dining Room; alt: The Dining Room) - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8385.jpg (caption: Relaxed Dining; alt: Relaxed Dining) - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Downview Kitchen.jpg (caption: Kitchen well equipt for all your catering needs; alt: Kitchen well equipt for all your catering needs) - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holidays-bedroom-brown-01.jpg (caption: Bedroom 1. Romantic evenings under the beautiful canopied, super king bed; alt: Bedroom 1. Romantic evenings under the beautiful canopied, super king bed) - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holidays-dorset-01.jpg (caption: Bedroom 1. Day bed; alt: Bedroom 1. Day bed) - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8789.jpg (caption: Bedroom 1. The Beautiful view of the gardens and Dorset downs; alt: Bedroom 1. The Beautiful view of the gardens and Dorset downs) - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8744A.jpg (caption: Bedroom 1. The Chocolate Room Sleeping 2,3 or 4; alt: Bedroom 1. The Chocolate Room Sleeping 2,3 or 4) - 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8832.jpg (caption: Bedroom 2. The Bird Room.; alt: Bedroom 2. The Bird Room.) - 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downview-farm-holiday-dorset.jpg (caption: Bedroom 2. Pretty as a picture with beautiful views; alt: Bedroom 2. Pretty as a picture with beautiful views) - 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8828L.jpg (caption: Bedroom 2. The Bird Room. Sleeping 2 or 3 with an extra single bed.; alt: Bedroom 2. The Bird Room. Sleeping 2 or 3 with an extra single bed.) - 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8862.jpg (caption: Bedroom 3. The Little Festival Room. Sleeping just 2; alt: Bedroom 3. The Little Festival Room. Sleeping just 2) - 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8874A.jpg (caption: Bedroom 3. The Little Festival Room. What a view to wake up to; alt: Bedroom 3. The Little Festival Room. What a view to wake up to) - 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_8949A.jpg (caption: Bedroom 4. The Green Room. Sleeping 2 in a twin or super king arrangement; alt: Bedroom 4. The Green Room. Sleeping 2 in a twin or super king arrangement) - 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/_DSC0119.jpg (caption: Bedroom 4. The Green Room. Bright and cheery; alt: Bedroom 4. The Green Room. Bright and cheery) - 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9139.jpg (caption: Bedroom 5. The Blue Room. Sleeping 2 or 3; alt: Bedroom 5. The Blue Room. Sleeping 2 or 3) - 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/downvie-farm-blue-bedroom-02.jpg (caption: Bedroom 5.; alt: Bedroom 5.) - 34. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9187.jpg (caption: Bedroom 6. The Royal Room. Sleeping 2 in a stunning king size bed; alt: Bedroom 6. The Royal Room. Sleeping 2 in a stunning king size bed) - 35. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9124_0.jpg (caption: Bedroom 6. The Royal Room.; alt: Bedroom 6. The Royal Room.) - 36. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_9196A.jpg (caption: Bedroom 6. Afternoon tea escapism; alt: Bedroom 6. Afternoon tea escapism) - 37. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/beautiful-woodland-walks-02.jpg (caption: Beautiful walks in the local woodland; alt: Beautiful walks in the local woodland) - 38. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/playing-in-the-stream_0.jpg (caption: Playing in the stream; alt: Playing in the stream) - 39. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/the-dorset-countryside_0.jpg (caption: View of the village; alt: View of the village) ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property Escape to Downview Farm, a unique countryside retreat in Winterborne Houghton. Experience ultimate tranquillity at our on site yoga shala, complemented by a heated indoor swimming pool, stone grotto with hot tub and enchanting fire pit. Guests can enjoy the rustic charm of farm life with goats, sheep, chicken and a friendly horse. We have flexible bedroom setups to accommodate your requirements, and are pleased to welcome pets upon request. Excellent location for exploring rural Dorset. Downview Farm is a large contemporary house with private spa facilities and includes: - Exclusive use of the heated indoor pool from 1pm - 11.30 pm. The Pool is chlorinated to the highest standard - Outdoor hot-tub partially covered with twinkling fairy lights - Outdoor fire pit area located at the back of the house, for evenings beneath the stars toasting marshmallows - Large decking areas and lawns for outdoor entertaining, located at the front of the property Perfect for family get togethers, special birthdays and anniversaries, girly weekends away and hen parties. Downview Farm has so much to offer, any occasion will be unforgettable spent in this beautiful location. Spa packages available for top to toe pampering! We have our own Well-being retreat right on site. We can offer: - A wide range of yoga classes tailored to your personal needs - Relaxing sound baths, with crystal bowls and gongs - Shamanic 1-1 healing or group sessions Why not book an action-packed weekend with our local outdoor pursuits venue, quad biking, paint-balling and clay pigeon shooting to name but a few. Why not hire our chefs to cook you the perfect dinner in the evening and treat your ladies! The local area boasts a wealth of activities; sailing, wind-surfing, fishing, water skiing to name but a few. The local area has an abundance of entertainment for all ages, fantastic walking, fishing, golf. An outdoor pursuits centre is 10 minutes away. There is also horse riding, tennis, cycle paths and a professional mountain bike park 10 minutes away, plus fantastic family pubs and restaurants. You can relax and let the family enjoy their holiday, they will be spoiled for choice. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Downview Farm welcomes doggie guests, with their own check in treats, and cozy throws and towels for muddy paws. No dogs on beds or furniture. - **Accessibility:** Ramps available for steps, bathrooms not suitable for wheelchair users. Please see our other property Houghton Lodge. - **WiFi:** Guests are required to bring their own mobile phone. Internet access WiFi. - **Kitchen:** Large kitchen, dining table seating 10. Two fridges, large freezer, range cooker, microwave, toaster, etc. WC, washing machine, tumble drier. - **Dining Room:** Beautiful room seating up to 15, the perfect room for that formal dinner party with patio doors opening on to rear gardens and fire pit. - **Sitting Room:** Boutique style lounge overlooking the indoor pool. Relax and watch the fun. Walk through to the conservatory/games room overlooking pool and gardens. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Large Smart TV. WiFi and internet access. - **Games Room:** We have a pool/snooker table and board games in the conservatory overlooking the pool and gardens. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Oil fired central heating to keep you all cosy plus a beautiful open fire. Large basket of logs on arrival. Extra logs £25 per load. Coal £15 per bag. - **Bedrooms:** 6 Rooms sleeping up to 15 guests (babies up to 3 free and not counted). Selection of superking or twin rooms. 4 en suite. 1 large family bathroom. - **Linen:** All our beds have been chosen for comfort, with crisp luxurious Egyptian cotton linen. Please note ... we do not provide pool or bath towels. - **Bathrooms:** 3 en-suite shower rooms, 1 en-suite shower and bath room, 1 large family bathroom, 1 ground floor cloakroom. - **Children's Facilities:** Children most welcome. Cots high chairs and baby gates available. - **Outdoor:** Downview Farm is perfect for summer entertaining, in the gardens and by the pool side, on the extensive decking. Outdoor seating and barbecue. - **Swimming Pool:** Heated indoor pool. Outdoor hot tub. - **Parking:** Parking for up to 6 cars. Extra cars by arrangement. - **Smoking:** Smoking is not permitted inside Downview Farm, ashtrays and seating are provided outside. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£4595** per week - From **£2750** for a 3-night weekend ## Booking Information - Changeover day Fridays. Flexible low season. - - Deposit on booking 25%. - - Damage deposit £400 cash on arrival (fully refundable). - - Late deals always available. - - Advise Holiday insurance. - - Deposit non refundable. - - Contact for discounts on smaller group sizes. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/downview-farm-near-bournemouth-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) > [Blandford Forum](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/blandford-forum) ### Address Address: Winterborne Houghton, Blandford, Dorset, DT11 OPE, GB Latitude: 50.839518 Longitude: -2.257121 ### About The Area From Blandford follow A354 to Dorchester. At Winterborne Whitechurch turn right to Winterborne Stickland, then follow sign opposite pub to Houghton. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** The market town of Blandford forum is just a short drive away, with 4 supermarkets, market, individual shops, good restaurants, takeaways and pubs. - **Shop:** Your nearest shops are a short 5-7min drive away in the town of Blandford Forum.Supermarkets .. Tesco, Lidl, Morrisons and an M&S food hall.Also a wide range of independent shops. - **Food and Drink:** The Crown at Winterborne Stickland has excellent food and weekly entertainment - this pub is the hub of village life. - **Airport:** Bournemouth. - **Train:** Poole or Wareham. - **Bus:** Blandford Forum change to Dorchester bus no 311. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Claire Donovan - Phone: +44 (0)7787 774 628 - Email: enquiries@downviewfarm.com - Website: https://www.downviewfarm.com