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Dorset Country Cottages
The county of Dorset is welcomingly rural, sprinkled with
idyllic thatched villages, just a few large towns and an inviting
lack of motorways, making it the ideal spot to unwind in a Dorset
country cottage.
Famed in literature as Thomas Hardy's fictional
'Wessex', the delightful county town of Dorchester (or
'Casterbridge') is home to his last, personally-designed
residence, 'Max Gate' from where he created some of his
greatest works. Enthusiasts can follow the 13-mile Thomas Hardy
Trail from Bere Regis, a fascinating walk tracing his steps taking
in stately homes and gardens amid breathtaking scenery.
Prefer to drive? Enjoy gentle day excursions pottering around
the rolling countryside, with attractions ranging from galleries
and museums to children's activity centres. Stop off in
picture-postcard villages and savour afternoon teas with lashings
of clotted cream - after all, calories never count on a Dorset
country cottage
holiday!
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What else? Step back in time at battle re-enactment days. View
intriguing sites such as Cerne Giant, a rather risqué relic of
pagan past etched in chalk across the mountainside. And of course,
you must explore the outstanding Jurassic Coast, lined with
stunning beaches and wonderful resorts.
Come evening, look forward to cosy, old-fashioned pubs serving
local delights, followed by the best night's sleep in your
Dorset country cottage!