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Voted as one of the “10 Best UK Family Farmstays” by The Guardian, Luccombe offers fantastic facilities including a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, tennis court, games room, riding school, woodland activity hut & walk, garden games and children’s play area.

Eleven lovely barn conversions, all graded 4 stars by Visit England, are grouped around beautiful gardens & ponds on this working family farm in the heart of Dorset.

Located in a private hidden valley with breath-taking views across the rolling countryside, Luccombe is a secluded and peaceful setting ideal for families, multi-generational holidays, friends, couples and individuals of all ages.

With a riding school and animals to feed onsite, Luccombe offers superb facilities, including a private indoor leisure complex as well as indoor and outdoor play areas, such as the games room, children’s play area, a fairy & elf door hunt, tennis and garden games.

Children can visit our donkeys, ducks and goats during their stay. They can also meet and help feed even more animals, including alpacas, Shetland ponies and pigs!

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Luccombe Holidays is a collection of eleven comfortable and fully equipped self-catering cottages and the flexible accommodation is suitable for all groups and ages including the young and elderly.

Set in 650 acres of beautiful rolling downland in a private hidden valley, ¾ mile from the main road, Luccombe is a traditional working family farm with nature and wildlife in abundance. There are wonderful walks as well as many secluded spots for guests to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Voted as one of the “10 Best UK Family Farmstays” by The Guardian, Luccombe offers fantastic facilities, including a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium, games room, children's play area, tennis court, ping pong, woodland activity hut & walk, garden games, a Fairy & Elf door hunt, lakeside BBQ and a star gazing platform with superb views.

There is a Riding School on the farm and, for the adventurous, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Fly Fishing can also be arranged.

There is a fantastic Tearoom on the farm track which is open daily serving hot and cold drinks, as well a selection of sweet and savoury dishes. Luccombe is also located within walking distance (10-15 minutes across the fields) of Milton Abbas which is a charming historic thatched village. Here you can find the 15th Century Milton Abbey, a post office and the wonderful and well-stocked farm shop, Steeptonbill.

For a local family & dog friendly pub serving delicious homemade food, The Royal Oak in Milborne St Andrew in just a few minutes' drive away where every Sunday they offer a magnificent carvery (voted the best Sunday Lunch in Dorset!)

Also, not far from Luccombe, is the stunning Langham Wine Estate. With views of the vineyard and winery, it’s the perfect place to taste their award winning sparkling wines, have a bite to eat or enjoy a lazy afternoon cream tea.

A ten-minute drive away you will find Blandford Forum, a small Georgian town on the banks of the River Stour.  With fascinating architecture, a variety of cafes, coffee shops, pubs and a wonderful market place, Blandford is also home to one of Dorset’s breweries, Hall & Woodhouse (famous for the award winning Badger beers).

Also nearby is Dorchester, world famous for its strong connection with the writer and poet Thomas Hardy. Here you can find excellent shopping facilities, restaurants, cafes, bars and bistros, museums, glorious gardens and river walks. 

There is an abundance of activities to do locally with something to do or see in any direction. The Jurassic coast is just 15 miles away with breath-taking scenery, wonderful walks and the sandy beaches of Studland, Sandbanks, Swanage and Weymouth are within easy reach. Dorset is a fantastic destination for all ages and has plenty of attractions such as:

  • Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens
  • Corfe Castle
  • Dorset Waterpark (located next to Corfe Castle)
  • Jurassic Coast where you can find the iconic Durdle Door, beautifully secluded Lulworth Cove and Old Harry Rocks.
  • Monkey World
  • Swanage Steam Railway (The heritage railway attraction operates full-size steam and diesel passenger trains from Norden to Corfe Castle and down to the seaside town of Swanage.)
  • The Tank Museum
  • Weymouth's Sea Life Centre

Couples, singles, family parties, the young, the elderly, those seeking peace and rest, or frenetic activities, are all welcome here. There is also a barn available for family groups to dine together if they are celebrating a special occasion.

All guests departing on a Sunday are welcome to stay until 4pm, free of charge, to make the most of their weekend.

Additional Information

  • Deposit: £100.00 Flat Fee
  • Check In Time: 16:00
  • Check Out Time: 10:00
  • Child maximum age: 16

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Luccombe Holidays

The Granary

★★★★ Sleeps: 3

About
One bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 2-3 in 1 x king size bed and an ottoman suitable for a child. En-suite facilities. The Granary, which is about 200 years old, once held up to...

Sleeps 2-3 in 1 x king size bed and an ottoman suitable for a child. En-suite facilities.

The Granary, which is about 200 years old, once held up to 12 tons of corn. It has bags of character with a cosy atmosphere and is still sitting on original oak timbers and staddle stones.

  • Open plan kitchen with breakfast bar/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom – en-suite

  • Ottoman in bedroom suitable for a child

  • Bathroom with bath and a hand held shower
  • Room for cots
  • Private terrace in front of cottage
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£250 - £400

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The Old Sty

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Two bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 4 in 1 double and 1 twin bedroom, a very large shower, single storey. Our pig ‘Prudence’ once lived in the Old Sty, although as you can see...

Sleeps 4 in 1 double and 1 twin bedroom, a very large shower, single storey.

Our pig ‘Prudence’ once lived in the Old Sty, although as you can see from the images it has changed a bit since then! This cottage is 150 years old and is a combination of brick, flint & slate construction. There are old beams which adds huge character. It is single storey with parking by the door.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x double bedroom (with additional door to the garden)
  • 1 x twin bedroom
  • 1 x bathroom (power shower with small step, approx 7cm)
  • Parking by door
  • Wide doorways – lever taps – suitable for the elderly and those with slight disabilities (please check with us if your needs are greater)
     
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£305 - £600

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The Cake House

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Two bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 4 in 1 king and 1 twin. Single storey, suitable for the elderly and ideal for families with young children. Lovely views of the lake and...

Sleeps 4 in 1 king and 1 twin. Single storey, suitable for the elderly and ideal for families with young children. Lovely views of the lake and valley.

The name ‘Cake House’ is derived from cows feed that was once stored inside! This cottage is 150 years old and is a combination of brick, flint & slate construction. There are old beams, bags of character and fantastic views to the south over small lake.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom (with additional door to the garden)
  • 1 x twin bedroom
  • 1 x bathroom with bath/shower and WC
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£320 - £630

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The Stalls

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Two bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 4 in 1 king size and 1 twin bedded room.  Double storey.  For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to the...

Sleeps 4 in 1 king size and 1 twin bedded room.  Double storey.  For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to the Tackroom which is blocked when not in use.

The Stalls has been converted to a high standard, with two entrances. The cottage is about 150 years old and is a combination of brick, flint & slate construction with original beams.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom
  • 1 x twin bedroom
  • 1 x bathroom with bath/shower and WC
  • Additional downstairs WC
  • Space for cots or Z beds
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£325 - £640

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The Tackroom

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Two bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 4 in 1 king and 1 twin room.  Double storey.  For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to the Stalls which is...

Sleeps 4 in 1 king and 1 twin room.  Double storey.  For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to the Stalls which is blocked when not in use.

The Tackroom has been converted to a high standard with a marble entrance. The cottage is 150 years old and is a combination of brick, flint & slate construction with old beams.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • Large dining table
  • 1 x king size bedroom
  • 1 x twin bedroom
  • 1 x bathroom with bath/shower and WC
  • Additional downstairs WC
     
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£400 - £660

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The Stables

★★★★ Sleeps: 7

About
Three bedroom self-catered cottage
Sleeps 5-7 in 1 x king, 1 x twin and 1 x single/triple. Priced for 5 with the facility to accommodate 6 or 7 using the bunk bed in the third bedroom...

Sleeps 5-7 in 1 x king, 1 x twin and 1 x single/triple. Priced for 5 with the facility to accommodate 6 or 7 using the bunk bed in the third bedroom at additional cost per person.

The Stables, which is about 200 years old, once held up to 12 tons of corn and was home to a number of horses over the years. It is still sitting on original oak timbers and staddle stones. This cottage has bags of character with a cosy atmosphere.

  • Kitchen with table
  • Sitting room with large dining table (open plan but can be seperated from kitchen by a sliding door)
  • 1 x large king size bedroom
  • 1 x twin bedroom
  • 1 x triple bedroom (single bed plus bunk bed)
  • 1 x bathroom with bath/shower and WC
  • An additional separate WC
  • Space for cots or Z beds
     
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£420 - £675

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Blossom Cottage

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Self-catered cottage with one bedroom and a sofa bed (sleeps 4)
This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room...

This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room at additional cost per person.

For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to Lavender Cottage which is blocked when not in use. There is also the option of just having Lavender bedroom with Blossom (with or without the additional bathroom), should a 2 bedroom cottage be required.

Blossom was one of our favourite cows, she was incredibly friendly and loved by all. This cottage, which is named after her, was completed in May 2017.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom
  • 1 x sofa bed in the sitting room
  • 1 x shower room
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£200 - £410

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Lavender Cottage

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Self-catered cottage with one bedroom and a sofa bed (sleeps 4)
This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room...

This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room at additional cost per person.

For larger groups there is the option of an interconnecting door through to Blossom Cottage which is blocked when not in use.

Lavender was a sweet natured cow and with us for many years. This cottage, which is named after her, was completed in May 2017.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom
  • 1 x sofa bed in the sitting room
  • 1 x shower room
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£200 - £410

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Turnip Cottage

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Self-catered cottage with one bedroom and a sofa bed (sleeps 4)
This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room...

This single storey cottage sleeps 2 in 1 x king sized bedroom with the facility to accommodate 3 or 4 using the double sofa bed in the sitting room at additional cost per person.

Turnip was a much loved cow. When she was only a few weeks old she suddenly refused to drink milk, we found the only thing she would eat was turnips. Three years later she became the founding member of the ‘Turnip’ family. This cottage, which is named after her, was completed in May 2017.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom
  • 1 x sofa bed in the sitting room
  • 1 x shower room
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£200 - £410

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Atlantis

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Self-catered cottage with one bedroom, ottoman and a sofa bed (sleeps 4)
This single storey cottage above Mintern Barn sleeps up to 4 in 1 x king sized bedroom and double sofa bed in the sitting room. There’s also an...

This single storey cottage above Mintern Barn sleeps up to 4 in 1 x king sized bedroom and double sofa bed in the sitting room. There’s also an ottoman in the bedroom suitable for a child, providing flexible sleeping arrangements.

Atlantis is situated above Mintern Barn, along with Monopoly. Access is via outside steps and there is a gate at the top.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x king size bedroom with an ottoman suitable for a child
  • 1 x sofa bed in the sitting room
  • 1 x family bathroom
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£260 - £480

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Monopoly

★★★★ Sleeps: 4

About
Self-catered cottage with one bedroom (with a king size bed and single bed) and a sofa bed (sleeps 4)
This single storey cottage above Mintern Barn sleeps up to 4 in 1 x king sized bedroom and double sofa bed in the sitting room. There’s also a single...

This single storey cottage above Mintern Barn sleeps up to 4 in 1 x king sized bedroom and double sofa bed in the sitting room. There’s also a single bed in the bedroom, providing flexible sleeping arrangements.

Monopoly is situated above Mintern Barn, along with Atlantis. Access is via outside steps and there is a gate at the top.

  • Open plan kitchen/sitting room
  • 1 x bedroom with a king size bedroom and a single bed
  • 1 x sofa bed in the sitting room
  • 1 x family bathroom
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£260 - £480

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£200 - £675

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Luccombe Farm
Amanda Kayll
Milton Abbas
Blandford
Dorset
DT11 0BE

Awards

VE 4 Star Self Catering

★★★★

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Additional Directions Information

Car arrival:

From Blandford take the A354 towards Dorchester. At Winterbourne Whitechurch (after six miles) turn right. Sign posted Milton Abbas - keep going for exactly one and a half miles and then turn left into our farm entrance (well signed). The private drive is surfaced with tarmac. Just keep on going straight ahead for about ¾ mile over several sleeping policemen. You will pass the riding school on your right and then the Business Centre, the grain store and several houses and barns. Finally you will drop down into our hidden valley and recognise your chosen cottage using our cottage layout map.

Special Offers

* Autumn availability - 10% off *

Valid until 23rd October 2025

Enjoy our wonderful facilities including an indoor heated pool, sauna, games room, onsite riding school and meet the animals including goats, ducks and our friendly donkeys! 10% discount code, use Autumn

Offer expires 23/10/2025, terms & conditions may apply.

* Autumn availability - 10% off *

Valid until 23rd October 2025

Last minute availability this Autumn in our lovely cottages. Enjoy our wonderful facilities including an indoor heated pool, sauna, games room, onsite riding school and meet the animals including goats, ducks and our friendly donkeys! 10% discount code - Autumn

Offer expires 23/10/2025, terms & conditions may apply.

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