Ridge Farm Annexe – Home 6533532 Farmhouse
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Ridge Farm Annexe – Home 6533532
- Farmhouse
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
Description from owner
Description
Ridge Farm Annexe is the perfect place for a peaceful, romantic holiday or short break in a 'home away from home'. We provide comfortable, beautifully furnished accommodation for two people (perhaps accompanied by a baby or small child) in an idyllic setting in North Dorset, UK. Ridge Farm is ideally located for exploring as far south as the Jurassic Coast while at the same time being within easy reach of many other places of interest in Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire, including the old market town of Sherborne (formerly the capital of Wessex), with its abbey and two castles, Athelhampton House near Dorchester, Stourhead Gardens, Longleat House and Safari Park, Montacute House, and the picturesque towns of Wells, Glastonbury and Bath, not forgetting, of course, West Bay near Bridport, home of the TV program Broadchurch.
We are close to a number of SSSIs, and our garden is visited by a variety of wildlife. Alner's Gorse, a local butterfly sanctuary is a short walk down a green lane. We also maintain a small flock of sheep and in the spring there may be lambs in our paddocks.
Ridge Farm Annexe is often described by our guests as being 'like a home'. And that's exactly what it was for 25 years when Madeline's mother lived here. The Annexe was completely refurbished during 2014. The accommodation consists of a sitting room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and hall.The sitting room is equipped with a comfortable sofa and armchairs, and there is access to the patio outside through sliding French doors. A TV (with built-in DVD player) is provided, as is wireless high-speed fibre broadband (45-50 mbps), and there is also a selection of games and jigsaw puzzles -- and two bookcases full of books in the hall.
The bedroom is furnished with two comfortable 3'divan beds with pocket-sprung mattresses and duvets), 2 chairs, 2 bedside cabinets, each with a bedside light, a small chest of drawers, and a built in wardrobe with shelving. A cot for a baby or camp bed for a a child can be provided.
The recently completely refurbished bathroom is equipped with a corner bath, walk-in shower, basin and toilet. There is a mirrored cabinet over the basin and a shaver point suitable for both 240v and 115v appliances.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a ceramic-topped, two-oven electric cooker, a microwave cooker , a fridge with a small freezer compartment and a washing machine (3kg wash). In the winter there is also a condenser tumble drier in the porch. Crockery and cutlery are supplied, together with cooking utensils and all other normal kitchen equipment. For dining there is a table and chairs.
Towels and linen are provided. Meals are not provided, but a supply of basic provisions, including bread, butter, milk, coffee, tea, sugar, flour, salt and pepper, will await you on your arrival. If you would like us to, we can also supply additional provisions at cost (payment on arrival). Please order these at least 48 hours beforehand.
Access to the Annexe is via a private porch and you will be free to come and go as you wish. You will also be very welcome to make use of the patio and the rest of the garden.
House Rules
Smoking is not permitted indoors, but guests are welcome to smoke on the patio if they wish.
For similar reasons guests are not permitted to use room sprays, room fragrances, incense burners, joss sticks or similar products. Such fragrances can take some time to dispel afterwards and may not be to the taste of subsequent guests.
Guests may bring up to two dogs, as long as they are well behaved and kept under control. Bear in mind that we have also have animals -- a dog, two cats and a small flock of sheep.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: 2 Twin beds
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Patio
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- TV
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept under control -- we have also have animals -- a dog, two cats and a small flock of sheep.
Check-in and checkout times may be flexible by prior arrangement if we do not have other guests leaving or arriving on the days of your arrival or departure
About the owner
Madeline And Mark L.
- Calendar last updated:
- 22 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 9
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Italian
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 12 reviews
Excellent
12 reviews
- Excellent
- 10
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“A comfortable rural retreat”
What a gem of a find! A delightful and well-furnished cottage reached via a narrow country lane, close to the Dorset village of King's Stag and its excellent pub-restaurant and coffee house, The … More
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“A lovely place to stay”
A lovely place to base ourselves as we explored Dorset, It had all the facilities we needed and everything was to a high standard. The pub about 1/2 mile away was good and easily walkable.
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“Lovely secluded location”
This one bedroomed property has plenty of space for 2 people (and their dogs). The bed linen, crockery and bathroom are all of a really high quality and the cottage was spotlessly clean. The kitchen… More
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Response from the owner The track is somewhat rough, but it is used daily by all kinds of cars and guests don't normally have a problem (these guests actually came in a large vehicle capable of tackling the roughest mountain tracks). The track is an unadopted lane that I try to maintain to the best of my ability without it costing me a fortune. When reading the final comment above, please bear in mind that these guests arrived just after a spell of the worst May weather in living memory. We had not had time to clear up outside, as the interior of the Annexe takes precedence during a changeover.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Friendly farm retreat”
Absolutely excellent service by the hosts Mark and Madeline, who were fantastic and made us feel well taken care of. A quaint little annexe in a nice secluded area on the farm, surrounded by sheep and… More
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“Fantastic stay in a beautiful place”
We have just spent a wonderful weekend here and wish it had been longer. The Annexe is immaculately presented, fantastically equipped and more spacious than the photographs suggest. It is set in beaut… More
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“Lovely setting and friendly hosts”
Lovely relaxed setting for a self catering holiday for two (2 Adults or Adult & Child). Just close enough for day trips to the Jurassic coast and there are other places to visit inland. Friendly a… More
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“Delightful quiet and comfy retreat”
Warm welcome from Mark and introduction to the lovely annex. Roomy kitchen diner - well equipped and thoughtful essentials provided. Beautiful newly refitted big bathroom with large bath and good shower. Comfy twin beds and a lovely sitting room looking out over the garden. Quiet location, easy to find from the provided directions. Up a farm track but it is in good condition and not a car destroyer. Easy access to towns of Sturminster Newton and Sherborne with its fabulous Abbey Church. Our dog had the run of the garden under control and was quite happy. Overall a perfect stay over New Year away from the bright lights in an immaculately clean, comfortable, cosy place.
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“Mr & Mrs”
We can not rate this "pocket of paradise" highly enough. The Ridge Farm Annex is truly a home from home, Madeline & Mark make you feel so welcome and are on hand for any advice on the ar… More
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“A little Gem”
The annexe is well equipped and very homely. Mark and Madeleine made us very welcome and were there if we needed them, but gave us our own space and privacy. The garden is beautiful and the location … More
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“First class”
We wanted a few days to chill out from the commuting grind, so looking for somewhere quiet, comfortable and dog friendly. We found it! This place is superb - spacious, very well equipped, well away fr… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Madeline and Mark (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Madeline and Mark (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Madeline and Mark (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Madeline and Mark the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Madeline and Mark (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Madeline and Mark (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Madeline and Mark (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Madeline and Mark (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Madeline and Mark (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Madeline and Mark (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Madeline and Mark (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Madeline and Mark (the owner) a message.
If Madeline and Mark (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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