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The Bakehouse

The exterior of The Bakehouse, a two-storey thatched cottage, Dorset
The Bakehouse, Dorset | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The sitting room at The Bakehouse, Dorset
An aerial view of The Bakehouse, Middlebere Farmhouse and North Cottage, Dorset

The Bakehouse

A charming, rustic conversion, this holiday cottage has wonky beams and countryside views.

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The sitting room at The Bakehouse, Dorset
An aerial view of The Bakehouse, Middlebere Farmhouse and North Cottage, Dorset
The exterior of The Bakehouse, a two-storey thatched cottage, Dorset
The sitting room and dining area at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The dining area at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The kitchen at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The shower room at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The bedroom at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The bedroom at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The shower room at The Bakehouse, Dorset
An aerial view of The Bakehouse, Dorset
An aerial view of the land around The Bakehouse, Middlebere Farmhouse and North Cottage, looking toward Middlebere Lake, Dorset
The surrounding area at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The surrounding area at The Bakehouse, Dorset
The surrounding area at The Bakehouse, Dorset

© National Trust / Mike Henton

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A charming, rustic conversion, this holiday cottage has wonky beams and countryside views.

  • Guests

    2

    Bedrooms

    1

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    2

    Reference

    003012

    Step inside The Bakehouse to a beautifully renovated country cottage. Wonky beams, a log effect gas stove, and a large upstairs bedroom with exposed timber cruck frames add to its rustic charm. Sitting in a former farmyard across from a 16th-century farmhouse, it boasts views over the reed beds and surrounding countryside. 

    Wander down the gravel path that borders the cottage and take in the scene from Middlebere Farm Hide, the best point from which to observe the upper reaches of Middlebere Lake. Walks around here will lead you through a special landscape of old oak woodlands and vast expanses of open heathland abundant with wildlife. 

    Just down the road from the cottage is the market town of Wareham. Enjoy its traditional pubs, shops selling local produce and, of course, its weekly markets. You’ll be just a 20 minutes’ drive to the golden dunes of Studland Beach. Hike up the headlands for panoramic views of Old Harry Rocks and the rest of the bay. 

    The Bakehouse is opposite Middlebere Farmhouse (sleeps six, dog friendly) and North Cottage (sleeps three, dog friendly). Multiple cottages can be booked together for a group of up to 11 guests. 

    • Garden, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Microwave, available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Tumble dryer, available
    • Cot & high chair, available
    • Bike storage, available
    • Countryside, available
    • Walking nearby, available

    Washing machine and drying facilities are in a laundry shared with Middlebere Farmhouse and North Cottage.

    There is no freezer but there is an ice box in the fridge.

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Groups of up to 11 guests can stay across three cottages at Middlebere Farm.

The exterior of Middlebere Farmhouse, Dorset

Middlebere Farmhouse 

A picture-perfect thatch cottage with modern rustic interiors, close to Poole Harbour.

Dorset

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 1
The exterior of The Bakehouse, a two-storey thatched cottage, Dorset

The Bakehouse 

A charming, rustic conversion, this holiday cottage has wonky beams and countryside views.

Dorset

2 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The garden at North Cottage, Dorset

North Cottage 

A cosy cottage attached to the larger farmhouse, with views of open heath and woodland.

Dorset

3 guests
Dogs welcome: 2

Exploring the area

Studland Bay 

Vast area of sandy beaches and heathland

near Swanage, Dorset

Fully open today
View between dunes to turquoise sea and white cliffs beyond

Corfe Castle 

Thousand-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare

Nr Wareham, Dorset

Fully open today
The medieval ruins of Corfe Castle on a hill on a sunny day in Dorset

Spyway 

Towering sea cliffs and grasslands rich in wild flowers

near Swanage, Dorset

Waves crashing onto a rocky ledge, moody sunrise sky

Brownsea Island 

Famous for red squirrels, wildlife and Scouting

Poole, Dorset

Fully open today
An aerial view of Brownsea Island, Dorset. Brownsea Island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour.

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