Ref: 4726 / Dorchester
La Cabine Francaise
Welcome to La Cabine Francaise, a glorious expanse of glamping bliss with a French twist. Set in the stunning Dorset countryside, this exclusive spot for two provides the perfect romantic escape.
This magnificent site contains two gorgeous huts - the main hut oozing French flare and boasting exceptional comfort with a king-size bed and cosy wood-burner. Close by there is a luxurious relaxation hut that you are sure to be delighted with. Inside there is a super-comfy recliner sofa, wood-burner and bookcase - this really is a fabulous space to unwind with a good book on lazy afternoons.
The two shepherd's huts provide a glorious mix of chic and elegant living, with quality furnishings throughout. Luxury linens, toiletries and under-floor heating are just some of the lavish touches. La Cabine Francaise offers a stylish take on glamping with all the indulgences of a luxury hotel - it doesn't get much better than this! Tucked away in sleepy Dorset, this idyllic location is the perfect place to spend some quality time with your beau.
Outside, enjoy the peaceful views from the large terrace with a glass of fizz in hand - you will love al fresco dining here. On starry nights, while away the hours enjoying the warmth and crackles of the fire-pit with a mug of hot chocolate. You are free to explore the beautifully landscaped grounds and the owners' gorgeous, friendly sheep may want to say hello. Also situated in the grounds but totally private is The Old Mill (4503), a beautiful converted mill accommodating four guests.
The nearby village of Cattistock is a picturesque spot, nestled in the gorgeous countryside; the real heart of Hardy country. There is a thriving community shop selling excellent local produce and the church boasts the tallest church tower in Dorset. Dorchester, the county town, is a short drive away and still has a traditional weekly market.
Features
- Dogs welcome (1 only)
- Arrive/Depart Saturday
- Short breaks available
- Wood-burner/Open fire
- Private parking for 2 cars
- WiFi
- No smoking
- Pub 1 mile
- Garden furniture and barbecue
- Under-floor heating in main hut
- Logs for both wood-burners
- Unique Hideaways
- Garden/Outside space
- Private parking
- Barbecue
- Dogs welcome
- Open fire/wood-burner
- Linen and towels included
Availability, reservations and pricing: £79 to £150 per week
Located 9.3 miles NW of Dorchester
Customer reviews
Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property.
Mr Lamb
We had a delightful stay. The owner could not have been more welcoming and showed us around when we got there. Everything you need for a short stay. We took full advantage of the snug cabin in the evening and even the weather - high winds and rain - couldn't dampen our enjoyment.
Mrs Gedge
What a lovely place to stay! Such a picturesque location, so peaceful, complete with beautiful sheep in the field opposite the cabin, and with the benefit of well equipped facilities, including wifi and an excellent bathroom. There were many thoughtful touches, such as the bottle of prosecco when we arrived; we used the barbecue and enjoyed eating out on the terrace and the owner was helpful and friendly. The perfect place to relax, ‘ far from the madding crowd’; take a Thomas Hardy novel with you or whatever floats your boat and enjoy! Highly recommended!
Mr Bowhay
Perfect stay. Very comfortable and well equipped given it's a shepherds hut all be it very special one. Great location, peaceful and very pretty sheep!
Mr Knight
If you are looking for a place to relax then this is the place for you. Having never stayed in a shepherds hut before we chose this as it came with the additional relaxation hut and we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. The owners recommended a couple of local pubs to try and we were not disappointed. The Thimble inn at Piddlehinton is a must and if you like seafood then The Anchor inn at Burton Bradstock is for you. The information suggests that the trains stop running around 9pm, this is more like 11pm but doesn’t really affect you.
Miss Groundwater
A hidden gem! We had a wonderful stay at La Cabine Francaise - super helpful owners/hosts, a beautiful peaceful location and a special shepherd's hut with everything you could need. Will definitely recommend.
Mrs Hopwood
What an absolute gem of a place! The cabin was amazing and we had a wonderful experience. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
Mr Leane
We thought this cabin looked lovely when we booked it, but the reality was even better! So rural and relaxing and picturesque, and the hosts were great too. Great place to come and unwind while taking in the local sights. One tip tho - bring your own hairdryer.
Mrs Harkness
A unique and delightful place to stay- glamping but turned up a couple of notches The location is beautiful and so much locally to see but just as lovely to stay there and have a really relaxing few days We would recommend
Mr Crawford
If you want to get away from the stresses of the everyday stay here. If you want countryside, cliffs, coasts, beaches, good places to eat or just time to yourselves to listen to music, read a good book or listen to the owls at night you need to book this place
Ms Fox
A lovely cabin in an idyllic location. It really was an absolute delight to open the doors every morning to such a stunning location. Our holidays usually involve lots of travelling around and visiting other places, but we were happy to just stay and take advantage of the gorgeous surroundings. Really well thought out accommodation, comfortable bed, lovely welcome hamper, and all the equipment you need for a relaxing stay. We can't wait to go back, in fact we've already booked our next stay.
Mr Farmer
Fantastic short stay here. The set up was lovely. The photos didn’t do the place justice. Will be booking again next year for longer. Thank you!
Mrs Goodship
Wonderful long weekend stay. Fabulous location, peaceful and scenic. The three huts were just perfect, we had everything we needed. Really appreciated the little extra treats left for us by the owners. Would return in a heartbeat .
Miss Mullis
We had a wonderful stay at La Cabine Francaise. The shepherds hut had everything we needed and the bed was so comfortable. The owners were very welcoming and on-hand if we needed them for anything. We will definately visit again and highly recommend this property for a peaceful getaway.
Ms Godfraind
We would like to return! It was incredibly cosy and peaceful! The welcoming basket was a really nice touch and it all felt really inviting. My daughter also really enjoyed seeing Coco the sheep. The owners were very kind and helpful. Loved to reading corner. Great sense of calm in all the greenery.
Mrs Resnick
Stunning setting, fun and quirky - we loved it!!
Mrs Whitehorne
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect. We were lucky with the weather. The bed was very comfortable. We made use of the sun loungers in the shade of the big oak tree. The reclining sofa in the relaxation hut was heaven in the evening. Watching the black faced sheep was very entertaining! The welcome pack was much appreciated…..tasty Dorset cookies, tea, coffee and a bottle of fizz….perfect. Plus, a beautiful area to explore.