Cointree

Lovely clean comfortable accommodation.

Good location to explore Dorset. Owners friendly and helpful and nice walk into town from the cottage. Balcony was great to sit on an evening the only negative was the tight parking spot but was manageable

Cointree is a wonderful home from home, we had the best week there.

The owners are so helpful and kind, with plenty of recommendations and suggestions of places to go. The accommodation is beautiful and well maintained, we were also very lucky with the weather.

We had a fantastic time every thing was spot on our hosts were brilliant I locked my keys in my car but they came to my rescue cointree is the only place I would want to stay at if we go on our hols to Dorset again thank you all

Cointree is a great place to stay, spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable.

The outside deck is a lovely spot for meals and drinks after a hard days sightseeing. The hosts (Tracy and Richard) were delightful, happy to chat and quick to fix any issues. Sturminster Newton is a short stroll away and well worth visiting for the numerous independent shops and places to eat. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cointree to anyone seeking a countryside stay within easy reach of attractions and the coast.

We had an amazing stay in Cointree.

We were not blessed with good weather but it didn’t matter as we had lovely accommodation. Cointree was a fabulous find. Very clean and comfortable. Plenty of space for us and our Dog who loved watching the donkeys and meeting the owners friendly Dog. The gate at the top of the stairs was brilliant as it meant we could keep the door open when the sun did come out and the dog could roam on the decking freely. Richard, the owner was delightful, very friendly and helpful. We definitely hope to come back in the future..

This was an amazing find and our stay was perfect.

Beautifully situated for easy of access to many of Dorsets stunning locations. The property itself was beautiful with a terrace overlooking farmland, we enjoyed pimms in the evening and breakfast there too. A lovely welcome pack greeted us, the homemade biscuits delicious and the hosts were friendly helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Highly Recommend

We had a great stay at Cointree.

Richard was welcoming on our arrival and answered any questions we had throughout our stay. Cointree is in a secluded location and we had a very relaxing stay, which was within reach (~45min drive) of the Dorset coast. Local amenities are all nearby and the extremely well fitted out kitchen meant we were able to cater for ourselves too. The air-con in the master bedroom was welcome (as it was a heatwave when we stayed), and the bifold doors enabled us to open up the living space onto the balcony, allowing our two dogs to roam within the security of the accommodation.

Lovely accommodation.

Lovely view. Small maintenance problem was quickly sorted. Parking could be tight for a very large car, but was ok for us. Accommodation only accessible by stairs, which gave a lovely view. Clean a Homemade ginger biscuits were a hit with Michael. !!!

Lovely location, tucked away and lovely views.

Ideal spot to relax after busy days. Everything needed for a self catering stay and close to local amenities.

A lovely quiet spot and very comfortable accommodation that had everything we needed.

So nice to enjoy breakfast on the balcony in the sunshine. Lovely hosts too.

We had a wonderful time at this cottage.

Very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. I left something behind and they were very helpful and posted it back to me very quickly.

Wonderful location good local amenities amazing little shopping experience excellent butchers and vegetable shop.

All pubs locally good food. Hosts very polite and friendly.

Lovely stay at Cointre.

Very clean and comfortable, beautiful view. Host's were very friendly and helpful. Had a flat car battery whilst staying but had an early start the next day to Longleat. The host very kindly lent me a battery from another car he had, changed my battery and then ordered a new one for me and fitted that when it arrived. So grateful I can't put into words. Thankyou, Thankyou, Thankyou .

This property was exceptional.

Very nice open plan layout with plenty of space, and nice lighting. Kitchen was very well equipped. We had a couple of issues with the heating and shower, but these were dealt with quickly. This really is a high standard home from home that you can also take your pooch to !

A beautiful apartment , super comfortable beds and sofas .

A very well equipped kitchen . Thoughtful welcome gift on arrival too. Owners were very helpful. We toured various parts of the Dorset coast and the walk into the local town was an easy 20 minutes. We highly recommend the White Hart pub for local ciders and ales and good food with the very friendly locals ! We would definitely return to stay at Cointree !

Beautifully designed accommodation, in keeping with the countryside but with clean lines and a modern twist.

Great use of natural materials. Lovely view from balcony, even in the rain, with donkeys for entertainment. Comfortable mattresses, good lighting and very warm. Plenty of parking. Thank you to Richard and Tracy for a memorable and very enjoyable stay. Highly recommended.

Lovely cottage, had everything we needed.

It was really clean and warm. Would love to come back and definitely recommend to others.

We visited Cointree 3/4 years ago and had a fantastic stay.

It is always a risk booking the same place again but everything was as perfect as we remembered. A lovely spacious accommodation to base yourself whilst exploring the local area. Thank you Tracey & Richard

Owners on site very helpful, Tracy even helped us unload the car.

A beautiful holiday let in a lovely location. It was so nice to open the whole of the back and sit watching the donkeys and all the different birds in the trees. Would definitely recommend it for a lovely holiday.

Very well presented and equipped property, it had everything needed for a home from home stay.

Very welcoming owners and lots of information about local walks etc. Would highly recommend

What a lovely place to stay.

Beautifully clean and well maintained. Welcoming tea, coffee and homemade biscuits that were delicious. Nice to have a chat to the owners as sometimes when you stay in these holiday homes you never see anyone. Just makes it a bit more friendly and gives you an idea of the history of the place. We would definitely recommend.

We have been to cointree a few times now and love it.

Spotless, lovely clean and comfortable Barn. A great location for days out and very quiet and relaxing to chill and read a book. We will definitely be returning.

what an amazing place to stay .

clean ,comfy and peaceful . lovely owner and would recommend to friends and family

Fantastic entertaining outlook from super verandah on field below with two donkeys.

Well equipped apartment after a tasteful modernisation with beautifully comfy settees. Location meant a car was essential and our only criticism was rather elderly thin linen on the bed but otherwise everything was spotless and owner and her dog were welcoming.

Just arrived back from a lovely week at Cointree.

Very pleased with the property, it was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The area is ideal for walking the dog with a great variety of footpaths in and around Sturminster. We were lucky to have a week of warm sunny weather to explore Dorset.

A really lovely location in the countryside.

Lovely view from the balcony, at one with nature; beautiful. The accommodation had everything required, a well stocked kitchen with all the necessary utensils. Spacious, the 3 of us did not feel cramped. Lovely lady owner who came to ask how we were but not intrusive, extremely helpful. Informed us of the location of lounging chairs, which we used. I was nervous of the smallish parking area, but the owner informed me where I could park, which meant a lot to me. Therefore, excellent customer service. If I was coming to this area again, I would definitely rebook and return to this accommodation.

My mum and I had a lovely weekend away at Cointree.

The view was beautiful and the whole place had such a calm, relaxing vibe. The host was very friendly and welcoming, and even gave us some great recommendations for walks and local restaurants, which we really enjoyed. It was the perfect little getaway to unwind.

Firstly a big thank you to Richard and Tracey for letting us and our Labrador stay in their superb first floor flat in a converted barn.

Cointree (interesting reason for the name…….) was beautifully designed and finished off. We felt very comfortable and cosy during our 4 day break there. At Richard’s recommendation we had a very yummy lunch at the Fiddleford Inn and next morning an amazing breakfast at the landlord’s cafe nearby. Everyone we met were really friendly and happy to chat or give directions. There are so many footpaths and bridle ways around Sturminster Newton and the River Stour we had loads of choice. Even if early Feb weather meant wading through a lot of mud. Definitely a place to return to especially if Tracey leaves us her gorgeous ginger biccies again. Thank you N&N Ps R and T - as we left we knocked on your door to say thank you. And to apologise for all the dog hair. We did hoover and sweep so hope it wasn’t too bad.

Another wonderful Christmas at Cointree, which was as usual welcoming & beautifully decorated.

Welcome gifts much enjoyed. We really enjoy our stays at Cointree which is equipped we everything needed for a comfortable stay. We'll be back next year.

A lovely, modern, comfortable, well equipped and fairly spacious property in a countryside location.

Close to Sturminster Newton which is also accessible by a series of footpaths from the property.

A lovely property Very friendly host Well situated A very enjoyable holiday Very well equipped

High standard of facilities & cleanliness.

Perfect accommodation for any break. Would recommend it to anyone & will be returning soon.

Great place to stay and the kitchen is extremely well stocked.

Met all our expectations, clean well equipped, peaceful, the donkeys were very funny, the donkey owner was just as amusing.

Centrally placed for Longleat, Monkey World and most of the places we wanted to see. Would highly recommend.

We had a great stay at Cointree, property had everything we needed and has been finished to a very high standard.

We loved everything about it. We had very warm days when we stayed and the air con in the bedroom was very much appreciated & a great addition, the living room was still very warm and hard to keep cool. We met Tracy who was lovely and available had we needed anything. A great stay and we are already thinking about returning

Great property, well located.

Well equipped with good kitchen and bathroom and lounge areas. Double bed was a little uncomfortable as mattress was very soft. Kids beds were fine. Parking was a little tricky with other vehicles limiting turning. Lovely view from balcony. Ginger cookies were a treat. Great overall.

Beautiful property, everything you needed at hand, so quiet and the kitchen was a dream to cook in.

The property was situated so we could plan our days out really well. The owners met us and showed us around when we arrived, we enjoyed the ginger biscuits left for us. The open plan living area and huge windows were amazing. My son has asked several times since being home to go back. Would definitely recommend Cointree.

Cointree is a lovely property with everything we needed.

There was a slight petrol smell in the twin room but as we were not using that room it didn't bother us. The ginger biscuits were an added bonus and tasted scrummy. Thank you for a lovely stay.

The property was appointed and modern.

However, there was no window that could be opened in the main bedroom and we didn't want to sleep with the bi-fold doors open all night. There were no curtains in the second bedroom. When the main doors were opened, there was a very strong smell of manure constantly in the property which meant that we couldn't have the doors open on hot days! When mentioned to the owner about the smell, she said that she was in dispute with the owner of the field in which there were 2 donkeys and putting the manure under the apartment was part of the dispute!

Beautiful open plan, clean and spacious , lovely view off the terrace with entertaining Donkeys .

, which our Husky spent hrs on the terrace watching them play. After a late arrival due to a puncture , we found lights on key in door awaiting our arrival . Home made ginger cookies and tea / coffee and milk . Owners lovely , quick to respond if you needed anything , even offered to recheck our tyres . We loved it , great location and great trails to run also . Would highly recommend Cointree. Karen , Jean , Nicki and Cody the Husky Norwich

We loved our recent holiday at Cointree.

It has all the facilities that you could ask for - cool in hot weather and warm when it's on the chilly side. We had a great welcome from Tracy after a long journey down to Dorset and the biscuits went down a storm! Cointree is close to all the major "Must See" sites of the county. A very comfortable bed, super kitchen with all the luxuries that make your holiday easy and a great TV with Netflix and many stations to enjoy in the evening. Would thoroughly recommend Cointree.

We had a great stay - the accommodation was very comfortable and nicely done.

Hosts were lovely as well and have put in a lot of thought while doing the place up. The kitchen had everything one needs to put a meal together. There are games for kids, books to read, air conditioning if it gets hot and a heap of maps to give ideas on what to do locally. The nearest town is a short drive away and has dining options. Only downside we faced is on a rainy day we could not get any food delivered to us. We had an issue with the toilet and reported to the hosts. They fixed the problem really quickly. Overall great stay.

perfect holiday to bad we had to leave early only point shower door wont stay closed and no shower mat when you get of the shower but other wise perfect

Lovely Christmas stay again, warm and welcoming with lovely Christmas decorations and welcoming gift which was much enjoyed.

We'll be back next year.

This is our second stay at Cointree and it was just as good as we remembered.

Tracy and Richard are lovely friendly hosts and the property is delightful. It is spacious, light and comfortable. An easy walk into Sturminster Newton with its array of pubs, cafes, excellent shops and friendly locals.

Most well equipped kitchen we have stayed in.

Only downside would be the steps up to the accommodation being slippery in the winter.

Really enjoyed our stay and exploring the local area.

Tracy was lovely and came to introduce herself and we found fresh coffee grains and cookies In jars on the table which was lovely. We were lucky to have warm spells and to be able to sit outside in the Autumn sun with a glass or two. Fabulous!

This property was everything we hoped for ,beautiful location ,quiet and not far from the main village which has so much character .

Great walks for the dog and the local people are very friendly ,always took the time to talk and give ideas of places of interest .Shopping wise there is a Coop in the villiage that has everything you would need ,obviously slightly more than large food chains ,but parking was easy and no travel time .On our arrival we had a lovely note from the hosts with home made cookies ,cider and fresh milk in the fridge along with tea ,coffee etc .Loads of space and the kids made the most of the seating on the decking during the sunny part of the day .The property has air conditioning if you need it ,parking is good for two cars .Good base to travel from ,we could of asked for a better place to stay .If your looking for a quiet relaxing place to stay just book this .One word of advice this property has stairs leading up to it ,although my parents came to visit and are in there 80's and had little problem .Thanks to the hosts for a lovely stay .There is also loads of information at the property for places to visit .The only thing i could fault is the hot water seems to be pumped from the centre of the earth ,it is that hot ,which is great ,but maybe a few warning signs might be advised .

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at Cointree (I smiled at the original name).

Richard and Tracey were wonderful and accomodating. The homemade ginger cookies were a lovely welcoming treat. Our sons (7 and 15) loved their rooms and settled in easily and so did our kittens who were a recent addition to our family. Both human and fur children enjoyed the view from the balcony of the neighbour's donkeys. Cointree was an amazing base to enjoy Dorset from and we would definitely recommend coming here.

We had a very enjoyable stay.

The accommodation was very comfortable. The owners very friendly and approachable. Highly recommended. Unfortunately we left a day early due our cat taking ill in his cattery and had to get home.

We had a fabulous stay in cointree.

The owners Tracy and Richard were fantastic and nothing was to much trouble.The welcome pack was lovely and homemade biscuits were very tasty. Cointree is wonderful place to stay and finished to a very high standard ,would recommend it and hope to book for a return holiday in the near future, if anyone books here you will not be dissapointed. Mark,Sarah and the girls

Cointree is a lovely clean and very comfortable open plan barn.

So peaceful, it was a joy to come back to after a day of exploring, very relaxing. Great location for getting to all the beautiful places there are to visit in Dorset. Thank you Tracy and Richard for the lovely welcome pack, it was much appreciated and for making us feel so welcome. We had a fantastic holiday and will definitely be returning. Many thanks. Maureen, Len, Olive and little Missy.

A lovely and relaxing stay, with great benefits and amenities included in the property.

Loved the opened plan space, as well the decking area to be able to leisure outside with the view of the donkeys. Great area as well- central for all of the places we visited throughout the week. Was lovely to meet Tracy, who was super lovely and accommodating to us. A truly lovely holiday.

Tracy and Richard perfect hosts.

Very friendly and helpful. Great base for exploring the delights of Dorset and beyond

Just it enjoyable holiday and very relaxing

A super property centrally located for all special areas of Dorest.

Lovely and clean. Lots of great kitchen equipment to enable great cooking of homemade meals. Beds extremely comfortable. Sofas very comfortable. Bifold doors in lounge and master bedroom let the outside in. We loved everything about it.

Beautifully presented apartment, extremely clean and well appointed The property has lovely rural views and is very peaceful We only met Richard (Tracy was away) but he made us really welcome and nothing was too much trouble Sturminster Newton is easily walkable and there are some lovely dog walks nearby including Piddle woods

I must say this was one of the best properties we have stayed in, it had everything we could ask for, Richard and Tracey were lovely, loved the donkeys

The place was absolutely spotless and comfortable, lovely surprise welcome pack.

The hosts were on hand with help and local information, they could not do enough to make our stay at Cointree more pleasant. A beautiful place in a beautiful part of the country. We will be back and would recommend to everyone. Thank you Tracy and Richard.

A very comfortable base for our exploration of the pleasant towns of Dorset.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at cointree.

Very spacious kitchen diner lounge. Nice size bedrooms with comfy beds. Very clean and tidy throughout. The bifolding doors overlooking the fields behind the property were amazing. We all loved gazing out especially when Hank and Harvey were near by. No negatives to say about cointree at all. Highly recommended.

Lovely first floor, open plan barn conversion in a quiet location surrounded by farmland; a great base for exploring the area, with Shaftesbury, Sherborne, Gillingham and Wincanton a short drive away.

The accommodation was warm and bright, and equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing, comfortable stay. We were greeted first by the neighbour's donkeys, Hank & Harley, and then with a lovely welcome pack of goodies. We had a wonderful break - Tracy & Richard are super hosts - thank you.

We stayed here exactly a year ago and it’s taken me this long to get around to giving feedback!

I intended to do it straight away as we were so impressed with this beautiful little get away! We had a wonderful stay! The owners were extremely friendly and helpful and Cointree was incredibly clean, comfortable and cosy! It had everything we needed. There was even a lovely little welcome package of juice, cider, biscuits and dog treats! One thing which was a bit tricky for me was that there was no garden - just decking so I had to go out late at night to walk the dogs. This wasn’t a huge problem but I just wanted to make dog owners aware. The decked area was enclosed and the dogs did enjoy lounging around on it during the day. A beautiful setting overlooking a field with donkeys and a wonderful view of the night sky! Some lovely walks and fields nearby. A short drive to some lovely pubs and little towns (and the weir). We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this beautiful holiday home! Thank you!

Cointree is an absolutely lovely place to stay.

... spotlessly clean, superbly equipped and the king-size bed is so so comfortable. Also, a large Smart TV with Netflix, BBC IPlayer etc is an added bonus. Cointree's hosts (Richard and Tracy) are truly nice people who are just around the corner should you need anything. The walks all around are superb - even when the weather is bad. I couldn't recommend highly enough. Joy Penberthy

Lovely property.

We really loved Hank and Harley the young donkeys . Ollie was amazing too .

Cointree is a great base for exploring all that Dorset has to offer.

Set in a semi-rural location with views of the countryside, it's the perfect getaway - we visited in February half term so didn't get to make full use of the lovely balcony but could imagine how nice it would be to sit out there on a warm day. The barn itself is very clean and comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay. The children particularly enjoyed being visited by next-door's donkeys! Would definitely recommend a stay here.

Another great stay at Cointree.

Very comfortable, well equipped and just a lovely place to stay! Highly recommend.

We had a wonderful stay and the hosts were very on hand and helpful if we needed any help.

There was a secure balcony so our dog who was also made to feel welcome could go out whenever he wanted to. The kitchen had everything you could possibly want, superb. Overall we couldn't recommend it enough. Delightful.

One of the best properties we've ever stayed in.

Very comfortable, clean and really well equipped. Lovely welcome pack & extra little details to make us welcome. We've already booked again.

Very pleasant stay

We had a lovely stay at Cointree.

The barn was comfortable, spotlessly clean, and had everything we needed. Completely dog friendly, and great countryside views. Would definitely recommend! ☺️

Brilliant place to stay a good base to explore this part of Dorset injoyed staying there

Cointree was everything that we had hoped for from the listing.

The location is perfect for exploring the area and is a comfortable walk into the town, which is charming and has some great pubs. Cointree itself is a beautiful apartment with lovely views over the donkeys in the field. The accommodation is light, modern and airy but has a really homely feel to it. And is very well appointed. Tracy and Richard are very welcoming and charming hosts. We have all had an amazing holiday in this wonderful location.

Stayed here for a weeks holiday at the end of September 22.

Two adults and one dog. Richard and Tracy excellent hosts, who are always available to give advice to places to visit if required. A great property with one of the cleanest properties we have stayed in. Large modern kitchen with every utensil you could need. Comfortable living area and double bed. Large shower with no problems with water pressure or hot water. Wi-Fi very good but mobile phone signal (virgin) poor so phoned via watts app. Large smart tv. Secure decked area for our dog to walk about on its own was good. Property is in a good location where within an hour you can reach Poole, Bournemouth and New Forest. Excellent pub The Bull Tavern a short distance away. Would recommend this property for couples.

Everything about our stay at Cointree was great.

Comfortable, well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Cleanliness was excellent. View from balcony and the size of the balcony with catching the sun virtually all day made it a very nice setting. Ideal location to explore the area. Parking was secure and private. The best property we have stayed in. Would thoroughly recommend.

Fantastic holiday.

Everything you need is provided. Tracy and Richard were always available if you needed help with anything. Great recommendations for eating and days out. We will definitely be back.

A lovely property, clean and comfortable, property owners friendly and helpful.

A lovely well equipped property.

We had a very comfortable stay and especially enjoyed sitting out on the decking in the sunshine! The air condioning in the bedroom was a bonus and along with the very comfy bed made for an excellent night's sleep. Thank-you for the basket of goodies and the ginger cookies were delicious! We would highly recommend. Jenny

The property is tremendous, well designed with a great layout.

It has a large balcony space with views overlooking the countryside. It is not a cottage, it is an apartment over a garage space. It has metal stairs at the side of the garage to gain access. This would not deter us from booking again when we are in Dorset next.

Enjoyed the welcome pack (& flowers).

Tracy & Richard are lovely, friendly (but never intrusive) hosts. The barn conversion is extremely well designed and well appointed. Fabulous balcony overlooking the "rugby playing donkeys" field. The apartment was clean, warm and very comfortable. Aircon in the main bedroom was a welcome item. Cointree is ideally situated as a base for exploration of this fascinating and picturesque area. Highly recommended.

Cointree, is a beautiful barn.

It is like a home from home. Extremely comfortable and very clean. We will definitely book again.

Cointree was well equipped and comfortable .

The neighbours were entertaining, two lovely donkeys .

We really enjoyed our stay and we were impressed with the delicious vegan muffins in our welcome pack.

The apartment has a spacious feel and was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen facilities were well equipped and easy to use. On our only rainy morning we were very happy to stay in the apartment and chill in front of the view of the donkey field and trees that edge it. The location is within easy reach of some great locations in Dorset. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here.

We had a really lovely, relaxing stay.

The cottage is a delight, extremely clean and very comfy. The welcome basket was very helpful. Great biscuits! Tracy was very helpful with advice about local walks and pubs which enabled us to have a great day out. Couldn’t recommend it more highly.

Richard and Tracy are fantastic hosts, they have thought of everything.

There was a lovely welcome basket with essentials (Tea, coffee, milk, homemade cookies etc) they even provided cleaning materials and tea towels. Cointree is beautiful and the decking area is perfect for this Spring weather. There are lots of little farm shops, cafes and pubs only a short drive away and lots of places for walks of you are taking a dog. We will definitely book again

Very well equipped property, clean and very warm Good Wi-Fi, TV reception could be temperamental at times but always rectified itself Air con in bedroom a blessing Thanks for the goodies which were left for us A good stay in Dorset

What beautiful accommodation!

Exactly as pictured, Cointree exceeded our expectations with it's cleanliness, beautiful lighting and comfy sofas. As the family "chef" I loved cooking in the brilliantly equipped kitchen. The thoughtful extra touches (gorgeous biscuits, fresh flowers and drinks) were much appreciated by us all. Great hosts, under-floor heating and the rugby-playing donkeys were the icing on the cake. Perfect!!

Beautiful property.

Spotlessly clean, warm and comfortable. Helpful owner. Everything we needed, and nice to have plants around the house and also a food waste bin: first holiday property we’ve visited that’s provided one!!

Bedroom-only one bedside table, no bin, and sheet was only a double on a king bed so kept slipping off.

In bathroom, there was no sealant behind the basin, and no where in the shower to put soap etc-the toilet base looked dirty . Also need to mention to tell people to bring a bath mat .TV reception was very poor if it was a windy day /night but ok when wind dropped. A few more coffee mugs would have been nice when we had relatives over ! Very warm and cosy and air con in bedroom was great .

A lovely property; spacious, well equipped and comfortable.

The kitchen was great to cook in. A very pleasant aspect from the rear of the property, over fields and countryside, and some good walks nearby.

A gem of a place !

Beautifully presented accommodation . Immaculately clean when we arrived. Cointree is very comfortable and very well equipped. It is a great base for exploring the local area. The walk into Sturminster Newton only takes about 15 minutes and is a lovely walk across the river and fields. Definitely recommend this place!

This accommodation was just perfect.

Everything about this home is conducive to an enjoyable and relaxing holiday. We particularly enjoyed the lovely glass doors which allowed us to feel immersed in the countryside whilst comfortable in the home. The barn is well equipped, extremely comfortable and beautifully decorated.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cointree over New Year 2021/22 and highly recommend staying here.

We were met by host Richard and enjoyed the welcome basket containing delicious gingernut biscuits and drinks and the pretty christmas tree and party poppers (all set for New Years). The barn was as described. Cosy, warm, modern and well equipped with extremely comfy beds. Cointree's location is great for day trips to local attractions. We visited the Fleet Air Arm Museum, Corfe Castle/Swanage and the Haynes Motor Museum and Stonehenge on our way home. We also enjoyed a delicious Sunday lunch at local pub, The Fiddleford Inn.

Cointree is a wonderful place to stay.

It’s comfortable, cosy yet modern and totally equipped for any catering needs. With a great outlook from the balcony, extremely comfortable beds, fantastic bathroom, it’s everything you need from a barn/cottage. We’ve had a wonderful stay, thanks so much Tracy.

We were warmly welcomed and shown round then left in peace.

Lovely comfortable bed so slept well. The kitchen is well equipped and great to use. Sitting area nicely furnished with cosy settees. Great balcony area with a good view. Highly recommend this property.

Lovely cottage well equipped , warm and very comfortable.

Tracy welcomed us and ensured we had everything we needed.

A very well equipped property and a very comfortable stay.

What a beautiful place to stay!

And so, so well equipped - the kitchen has everything you need, which is brilliant. The beds are super comfy, and the shower a total treat. Modern, comfortable, a perfect place to get away for a week. Owners were very welcoming and friendly, and the homemade Dorset Apple Cake in the welcome package was absolutely lush! Thanks for the perfect getaway, can highly recommend 10/10

Had a fantastic time at cointree Fabulous hosts The place was emasculate with fantastic decor and everything you would possibly need We will definitely be booking Highly recommended

Thank you for a lovely weekend stay at Cointree.

Everything was as listed and expected from your website. The owners were very friendly, helpful, and attentive. The weather was good enough for a great autumn visit to Stourhead. We also had wonderful massages at the health centre across the courtyard. The therapist was knowledgeable and professional. Thank you.

The property was lovely, clean and very comfortable.

The owners are lovely. Would definatly recommend.

Cointree is a great place to stay.

It is comfortable, clean and warm. The owners were warm and welcoming and they left a great welcome pack. A great base for walking and cycling from, we hardly used the car. I would definitely recommend a stay at Cointree, we are certainly considering a return visit.

Our hosts Richard and Tracy, we’re great in every way ,the loft has every think you could want when away.

The pots, pans and all the fixtures and fittings are all top quality. We have stayed in some places I would not want to stay in again but not at cointree every thing is top class lovely big beds, 2 nice settees a large tv and a very large shower which was lovely and hot. My husband and I would not hesitate in going back to such a lovely place, Our two dogs liked it also,next to the property runs a lane were you can take your dogs. Overall a wonderful place. Many thanks Richard and Tracy Elaine and Desmond Leeds

Our hosts were genial, and very informative when asked for advice.

It's a great base for exploring the area and lovely and quiet when the time.came.to relax. The welcome pack was really thoughtful and the homemade Dorset apple cake was delicious. We really enjoyed our week and there was plenty to see not.too far away so we didn't need to use all out fuel!!

Firstly and mainly I would like to thank our amazing hosts who were so friendly and accommodating your advice was greatly appreciated on dog walks and places to visit.

Cointree is a beautiful property very comfortable and extremely well maintained and genuinely everything you could ever need supplied, well the donkeys they were an added bonus. Sturminster Newton is a lovely little town within 15 mins max walking distance with a several shops and 3 extremely friendly pubs who serve food. Reception can be hit and miss at property (so switch on Wi-fi calling) before calling the Indian restaurant Mumbai bay does telephone deliveries. As mentioned on other reviews there is a motor bike training centre below but we found the noise/disruption extremely minor but then again we are early risers. Would I visit Cointree again? Most definitely it is a superb location to base yourself to visit Bournemouth, Sandbanks, Weymouth & Durdle door all within an hours drive and there is nothing better than coming back after a hard day exploring to the beautiful Cointree to relax on the balcony with a glass of wine and enjoy the scenery and of course the donkeys

What more can we say!

Cointree had everything that we required to enjoy a well deserved relaxing holiday. We were surprised by the size of the property! The balcony was extremely inviting on the sunny days to sit out and read and at night to lay back and watch the shooting stars. The new mattress which turned up a couple of days into our stay, is so deep and comfortable, although i didn't think there was anything wrong with the mattress which it was exchanged for. Yes it was hot at night, but it would have been hot in any household when we were there. Fans were on hand to help with this and they were quieter than the ones we have at home. There was a comment about the fuel smell from the business below in the mornings and the noise from the door at 8am. When we read this just prior to leaving our home in Cornwall we was expecting to experience this. All i can say is..... We didn't!! Thankyou so much Richard and Tracy for such a lovely stay and sharing your property with the people who want to explore/visit Dorset. A big thankyou to the whole family! We hope to be back sometime.

We had a wonderful stay at lovely Cointree, It was perfect.

Anyone who finds fault with any aspect of it needs to get a life, stay at home, & leave those of us who love it more chance of getting a lovely holiday in Cointree. The bed was low as one hard to please reviewer moaned about, but we are two 70 year olds & had no problems with it, in fact it was very comfortable. It is above a motor bike storage garage, but the whole time we were at Cointree we smelt no petrol & heard very little sound. When people complain of fluff from the new towels making a mess, I just wondered if some make a career of moaning!! We had a lovely warm welcome from Tracy & a lovely welcome pack of goodies. I think the donkeys will miss their daily treat's of carrots & cucumber!! (Cut into pieces) Their antic's were so funny to watch from the magnificent balcony. This is a modern, warm, cosy & bright accommodation, & we loved it. It's an easy walk into Sturminster Newton, & you can cut the corner off & go through the old Mill grounds, along the bank of the Stour, across the recreation ground & into town. There are some lovely places to visit, & some great walks to have. We loved it & hope to return soon. Mike & Linda

Had a lovely stay, loved the balcony and sitting watching the donkeys!

! Would definitely recommend.

The accommodation was lovely, although it was very hot inside.

The king size bed at the back of the property was really low and soft, with a really thick winter duvet which made it too uncomfortable to sleep in as it was so hot. We decided to sleep in the room at the front which had 2 single beds. They were more comfortable but still had winter duvets on which were too hot for the time of year. We also had to sleep with the window shut as the noise from the A road was disturbing us, the traffic is constant at 60mph. We took our 2 dogs with us and found that the balcony was open so they could have escaped down the stairs and ran into the road. The owner put some board there for us so this was ok. We did miss having a garden for them as before bed we had to take them out and walk along the grass verge in complete darkness on the A road. A major point to mention was the overwhelming smell of petrol all the time in the property. A motorcycle training business is run from underneath the property and at 8am every day we were woken up from the door opening and the bikes being moved outside . If we left the windows and doors open we found the smell of petrol eased a bit but it was always present. The towels provided were new and because they hadn’t been washed they were not absorbent and left bits of red fluff everywhere. The remote for the tv stopped working so we knocked at the owners home but they were out, so we had to go and buy some ourselves. The area itself is lovely, with a short walk into the town centre. We went to a lovely pub called The White Hart, lovely and friendly with great food. There is a Coop store in the little town centre that is handy . The Bull Tavern pub was near to us too and was great. Plenty of nice fields to walk the dogs in. Went to Durdle Door, Dorchester, Lyme Regis , Shaftesbury and Cerne Abbas. Overall had a lovely time, good base to stay and travel around Dorset. Would be better to stay here if you didn’t have dogs.