Welcome to Aplands Cottage
About Aplands Cottage
Aplands Cottage is a cosy retreat set in the heart of Child Okeford, one of North Dorset’s most charming and well-connected villages. Sleeping two to three guests across two bedrooms, it’s a popular choice for those visiting family nearby or simply looking to enjoy a peaceful stay in the Dorset countryside.
The cottage has a traditional feel, with a comfortable living room and wood-burning stove downstairs, alongside a well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Upstairs, you’ll find one double bedroom and one single, simply furnished with soft bedding and everything you need for a restful night’s sleep.
Outside, there’s an enclosed front garden with a small seating area that catches the sun - ideal for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Please note there is no rear garden, but with beautiful walks just minutes from the door, and the village pub close by, you’ll have everything you need right on hand.
Whether you're here for a weekend or something longer, Aplands is a peaceful and practical base for exploring this lovely part of Dorset.
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Welcome
The Cottage
The Cottage
Tucked away in the village of Child Okeford in the heart of North Dorset, Aplands Cottage offers a quiet place to settle in and slow down. With Hambledon Hill rising just beyond the rooftops and countryside walks in every direction, it’s an ideal base for exploring the local area or simply enjoying a change of pace. Whether you're visitin
Tucked away in the village of Child Okeford in the heart of North Dorset, Aplands Cottage offers a quiet place to settle in and slow down. With Hambledon Hill rising just beyond the rooftops and countryside walks in every direction, it’s an ideal base for exploring the local area or simply enjoying a change of pace. Whether you're visiting friends, discovering Dorset’s market towns or just enjoying the stillness of village life, we hope you feel completely at home from the moment you arrive.
The Cottage
The Cottage
The Cottage
Aplands Cottage is a cosy and welcoming two-storey home, thoughtfully furnished to offer comfort and ease throughout your stay. With one double and one single bedroom upstairs, it’s perfect for couples, friends or small families looking for a peaceful base in the village.
Downstairs, the living room is warm and inviting, with a wood-burnin
Aplands Cottage is a cosy and welcoming two-storey home, thoughtfully furnished to offer comfort and ease throughout your stay. With one double and one single bedroom upstairs, it’s perfect for couples, friends or small families looking for a peaceful base in the village.
Downstairs, the living room is warm and inviting, with a wood-burning stove for quiet evenings in, and a well-equipped kitchen and dining area for everything from morning coffee to supper after a day out.
Outside, the enclosed front garden catches the sun and provides a quiet spot to sit and unwind. While there’s no rear garden, countryside walks begin just moments from the door. Set in the heart of Child Okeford, Aplands offers a gentle, restful place to pause and enjoy Dorset at your own pace.
The Area
The Cottage
The Area
Nestled in the friendly village of Child Okeford, Aplands Cottage is surrounded by some of Dorset’s most peaceful and picturesque countryside. With Hambledon Hill rising just beyond the village and footpaths weaving through fields and lanes, it’s an ideal setting for walking, cycling or simply taking things slowly.
The village has everythi
Nestled in the friendly village of Child Okeford, Aplands Cottage is surrounded by some of Dorset’s most peaceful and picturesque countryside. With Hambledon Hill rising just beyond the village and footpaths weaving through fields and lanes, it’s an ideal setting for walking, cycling or simply taking things slowly.
The village has everything you need, including a well-stocked shop, a café and the much-loved Saxon Inn, all just a short stroll from the cottage. From this quiet spot, you’re also perfectly placed to explore further afield - the market towns of Blandford Forum, Shaftesbury and Sherborne are all within easy reach, and the Jurassic Coast makes a great day out.
Whether you're here to reconnect with nature, explore Dorset’s hidden corners or just enjoy the rhythm of village life, this is a place to relax and feel part of the landscape.
Where you'll Stay
Living Area
Living Area
Living Area
The living room at Aplands Cottage is warm, welcoming and full of character. With a comfortable sofa, a log burner for cosy evenings and soft lighting throughout, it’s the perfect place to relax after a day exploring. There’s Sky TV, WiFi and a real sense of ease that comes with staying in a charming, well-loved cottage. Whether you're cu
The living room at Aplands Cottage is warm, welcoming and full of character. With a comfortable sofa, a log burner for cosy evenings and soft lighting throughout, it’s the perfect place to relax after a day exploring. There’s Sky TV, WiFi and a real sense of ease that comes with staying in a charming, well-loved cottage. Whether you're curling up with a book or unwinding with a film, this is a space made for slowing down.
Bedrooms
Living Area
Living Area
Aplands Cottage comfortably sleeps two to three guests across two upstairs bedrooms - one with a standard double bed and one with a single. Both rooms are simply and thoughtfully furnished, with soft bedding, cotton sheets and a calm, uncluttered feel. It’s a quiet space to rest at the end of the day, with the gentle pace of village life just outside the window.
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
The bathroom is bright, practical and easy to use, with both a full-size bath and a shower over. Hot water is always on and soft towels are provided, so you can freshen up or wind down in comfort after a day out in the Dorset countryside.
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bathroom
The kitchen at Aplands Cottage is bright, light-filled and fully equipped with everything you need to feel at home. There’s a microwave, Nespresso machine, dishwasher and washer dryer, along with all the essentials for cooking, preparing and storing food with ease. Whether you’re making breakfast before a long walk or settling in for a qu
The kitchen at Aplands Cottage is bright, light-filled and fully equipped with everything you need to feel at home. There’s a microwave, Nespresso machine, dishwasher and washer dryer, along with all the essentials for cooking, preparing and storing food with ease. Whether you’re making breakfast before a long walk or settling in for a quiet night with something simple, it’s a practical and pleasant space to cook at your own pace.