For a slice of rural South West England, the sleepy countrified hamlet of Tincleton could be the ideal choice for your next cottage break. With pretty cottages and country lanes, this is an ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some tranquillity on a self-catering break. Choices of accommodation include farm-stays, lodges, barn conversions and thatched retreats.
Hints and Tips on Cottage Holidays in Tincleton
What Does Tincleton in Dorset Offer for Rural Retreat Breaks?
• If you love walking, this is a great place to stay, with the Puddleton forest circular walk nearby, as well as opportunities for fishing along the River Frome (permits required). For more great walks, the Dorset National Landscape is just a short drive away.
• For a spot of fossil hunting and walks along the beach, the Jurassic coastline is just 20 minutes’ drive away.
• There are so many fascinating places to visit within half an hour’s drive of Tincleton including Clouds Hill (this was T.E. Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia’s) rural retreat and is now a National Trust property that you can visit. Hardy’s Cottage where Thomas Hardy was born is also within half an hour’s drive, and is a great place for literary buffs to visit.
• Another way to discover some of the best of Dorset is by booking a trip with Jurassic Safaris, where you get driven around and don’t have to drive yourself! See their website for details.
• For shops, restaurants and dining out, the historic market town of Dorchester is around 7 miles from Tincleton.
Book the Best Self-Catering Holiday in Tincleton for you
Whether you are searching for a family-friendly holiday home, a romantic retreat to hide away with the one you love, or a rural retreat to catch up with friends, we hope you find and book the perfect Tincleton holiday home for you on Country Cottages Online.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Tincleton, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Dorset.