Large House for 7 in Melbury Osmond in Melbury Osmond

About This 4-Bedroom Group House

This is a spacious four-bedroom detached home in rural Dorset. It sleeps seven guests. This property sits near Yeovil in peaceful countryside. Groups love the space here. The games room with table tennis keeps everyone entertained. You get a large enclosed garden perfect for dogs and children.

Melbury Osmond offers proper countryside calm. Pretty villages dot the landscape. The A37 provides easy access to Dorset's coast and market towns. Sherborne lies close by with its abbey and castles.

The house has four bedrooms: one double with en-suite shower, one double, one family room with one double bed and one single bed and one single with pull-out guest bed. Two bathrooms serve the group well. The triple-aspect lounge features an open fire and French doors. A separate dining room seats everyone comfortably. The kitchen-diner includes dishwasher, microwave and air fryer. The snug offers a quiet reading spot.

Sherborne (6 miles, 12 minutes) showcases medieval architecture. Montacute House (8 miles, 15 minutes) displays Elizabethan grandeur. Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum (10 miles, 18 minutes) fascinates aviation fans. West Bay (18 miles, 30 minutes) provides coastal walks.

This stay delivers proper family space with excellent facilities. Perfect for multi-generational groups wanting countryside peace with coastal access.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Bathrooms: 2
✓Cooking hob
✓Dogs allowed: 3
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Fridge
✓Garden enclosed
✓Iron
✓Ironing board
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Family friendly
✓Other: Games room/Play Facilities
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Soap
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Toilet paper

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at this house

Spacious Rooms Throughout

Large rooms give families proper space to spread out. The triple-aspect lounge and separate dining room mean groups never feel cramped together.

Table Tennis Games Room

The garage games room with table tennis table keeps all ages entertained. Kids and adults love the competitive matches throughout their stay here.

Enclosed Garden for Dogs

The fully enclosed lawn garden lets two dogs run safely. Stable door from utility room makes access easy for muddy paws after countryside walks.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Dishwasher, air fryer and microwave make group catering manageable. The kitchen table handles breakfast whilst the dining room suits special family meals perfectly.

Cosy Open Fire

The living room open fire creates proper warmth on cooler evenings. Families gather here after days exploring Dorset's countryside and coast together.

Perfect for Families

Travel cot and highchair provided for little ones. Four bedrooms sleep seven comfortably. The snug offers teenagers their own space away from adults.

Getting To This House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach this house by car, take the A37 towards Yeovil. The property sits in the village of Melbury Osmond near Evershot. You'll find ample off-road parking in the driveway upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Yeovil Junction, approximately 8 miles away. From there, a short taxi journey brings you to this peaceful Dorset countryside location.

Ample off-road parking in driveway

Yeovil Junction station (8 miles)

Easy access from the A37

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Sherborne Abbey and Castles

Distance: 6 miles

DT9 3LQ

Montacute House

Distance: 8 miles

TA15 6XP

Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum

Distance: 10 miles

BA22 8HT

Cerne Abbas Giant Walk

Distance: 8 miles

DT2 7AZ

Melbury Park Estate Paths

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 0NA

West Bay Coastal Path

Distance: 18 miles

DT6 4EN

Sherborne Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DT9 3AE

Yeovil Shopping Centre

Distance: 7 miles

BA20 1DY

Evershot Village Shop

Distance: 3 miles

DT2 0JW

Dorchester Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

DT1 1BE

Bridport Market

Distance: 15 miles

DT6 3QR

Lyme Regis Harbour

Distance: 20 miles

DT7 3JF

Sherborne Abbey and Castles

Distance: 6 miles

DT9 3LQ

Montacute House

Distance: 8 miles

TA15 6XP

Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum

Distance: 10 miles

BA22 8HT

Cerne Abbas Giant Walk

Distance: 8 miles

DT2 7AZ

Melbury Park Estate Paths

Distance: 1 mile

DT2 0NA

West Bay Coastal Path

Distance: 18 miles

DT6 4EN

Sherborne Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DT9 3AE

Yeovil Shopping Centre

Distance: 7 miles

BA20 1DY

Evershot Village Shop

Distance: 3 miles

DT2 0JW

Dorchester Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

DT1 1BE

Bridport Market

Distance: 15 miles

DT6 3QR

Lyme Regis Harbour

Distance: 20 miles

DT7 3JF

Is This House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children love the table tennis in the garage games room. The large enclosed lawn garden provides safe outdoor play space. Travel cot and highchair come included. The snug offers a separate TV with DVD player and books. Buckets and spades are provided for beach trips. Nearby attractions include Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum and coastal walks at West Bay perfect for family days out.

Groups Will Love...

The garage games room with table tennis table creates brilliant group entertainment. All ages compete in matches throughout their stay. The separate space means games continue without disturbing others relaxing in the lounge. Reviews highlight how much families enjoy this facility. The garage also houses a freezer for storing group supplies. This dedicated games area makes this getaway stand out for active families.

Pet Friendly

Two dogs are welcome at the house for £20 each per week. The fully enclosed lawn garden lets them run safely. A stable door from the utility room provides easy garden access. Pets must stay downstairs and a stairgate is provided. Excellent countryside walks start from the door. Melbury Park Estate offers further walking routes. The location suits dogs needing proper exercise and space.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at this house

The Acorn Inn, Evershot

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 0JW

The Digby Tap, Sherborne

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT9 3NL

The Half Moon Inn, Melbury Osmond

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 0NA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about this house

How many does the house sleep and what's the bedroom layout?

This property sleeps seven guests across four bedrooms: one double with en-suite, one double, one twin and one single with pull-out guest bed. Two bathrooms plus a ground floor WC serve the group well.

Is this getaway pet friendly?

Yes, two dogs are welcome at £20 each per week. Pets must stay downstairs and a stairgate is provided to keep this arrangement working smoothly.

What cooking facilities does the kitchen have?

The kitchen-diner includes electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, air fryer and DAB radio. A separate utility room houses the washing machine and a freezer sits in the garage.

What entertainment is available for groups?

The garage games room features table tennis. The snug has a TV with DVD player and book selection. The main lounge offers a Smart TV and the kitchen-diner has another TV.

Where can we park at this rental?

Ample off-road parking fills the driveway. Multiple vehicles fit comfortably so larger groups arriving in separate cars have no parking worries whatsoever.

What outdoor space does the property have?

A large fully enclosed lawn garden surrounds the property. The covered decked patio area has garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ for outdoor dining in good weather.

Can we use the tennis court in the village?

Yes, guests can use the tennis and boules court in Melbury Osmond village. Sailing is available on the nearby reservoir and golf clubs operate in Yeovil and Sherborne.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in starts from 15:00 onwards on arrival day. Check-out must be completed before 10:00 on departure day unless different arrangements have been agreed beforehand.

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Large House for 7 in Melbury Osmond

About This 4-Bedroom Group House

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Spacious Rooms Throughout

Table Tennis Games Room

Enclosed Garden for Dogs

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Cosy Open Fire

Perfect for Families

Getting To This House

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is This House Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Acorn Inn, Evershot

The Digby Tap, Sherborne

The Half Moon Inn, Melbury Osmond

Frequently Asked Questions

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Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Guest Reviews