A lovely cottage - with everything we needed - in a lovely setting! Swallows was an excellent base for exploring Dorset....we will thoroughly recommend it to our...

- V an d T K (23-09-2016)

We have had a wonderful week in this house which has been perfect for us. ..the children especially loved the pool. The adults had everything they needed - very well...

- Mrs R (24-06-2016)

Wonderful holiday for the second time. Everything just as we remembered it - all the family loved the pool. Great place to all be together.

- B,L and R Families (20-10-2017)

.....We've walked,met friends and sampled good food. Our days have been long but it's been a real pleasure to return to this peaceful, well-equipped haven. Many thanks.

- S Family (26-05-2017)

Seventeen of us arrived hoping for a happy time. We were not disappointed. The thoughtful layout and amenities of Dove House and Swallows were a real pleasure to...

- Peter and Sue (19-08-2016)

The pre stay 'recce' (by my wife) mentioned the superb aspects of Dove House and they proved absolutely correct. It does not seem possible that our family get together...

- Mr A (25-04-2014)

We couldn’t have found a more perfect haven! Loved the horses nearby, the birds and the tranquillity. Swallows had everything we needed. It was our...

- Anonymous (01-09-2012)

Swallows is a unique and wonderful cottage. So comfortable and cosy, clean and well equipped. Together with Dove House it has provided us with the ideal place in which...

- T Family (20-01-2017)

A superb weekend in top notch accommodation - everything has been thought of here. A great time had by all of us!

- NYE Crowd! (20-04-2018)

What a treasure of a place. Wonderful house, fantastic location. Thank you. (Dove House and Swallows)

- W Family (09-01-2017)

.....superb accommodation, tasteful decor, super facilities, beautiful garden with lots of birds to watch and enjoy....great attention to detail from the owners, all...

- Sue and Ian G (17-10-2014)

Our first visit to Dorset and certainly not our last. A truly amazing house - words fail us... an event we will never forget. Hope to be back...

- L family (01-10-2012)

This is our first visit to Swallows Cottage and what a find! We ere in search of a few days for a quiet and peaceful break and this has been perfect. The cottage is...

- C Family (05-03-2018)

..plenty for 4 generations to do.. more than lived up to expectations, the web-site did not give a false impression (as some often do). Only wish we could have stayed...

- D family (03-03-2014)

Had we known what a lovely stay we would have this week, we would have booked two weeks and ditched Paris. The Swallows was just the right size for the four of us, in...

- M and B Walker (10-06-2016)

A wonderful reunion. Cottage as immaculate as last year. Superbly equipped and comfortable. A very special setting in this picturesque county. Thank you.

- Swans Group (16-06-2017)

Large family party with birthday and Golden Wedding. Great time, great weather, great location, Great House!

- S Family (06-11-2017)

A beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting. The cottage is clean and well equipped and the garden has been a real joy to breakfast in. The walks...

- Anonymous (01-07-2012)

Very many congratulations on Dove House being selected as one of the 50 best holiday homes in this Saturday's Times - we were so delighted to see...

- Email from the S Family (01-01-2013)

Spectacular week, everything perfect, the pool and 'suntrap' were much used and enjoyed. You have created the most perfect 'holiday home'..

- N Group (14-10-2016)

Certainly the best cottage we have ever stayed in and we hope to return one day. Thank you.

- Q Group (19-06-2015)

Really lovely stay at Swallows. Plenty of activities for all the family and the dog enjoyed lots of lovely walks at the farm and nearby beaches.......We will...

- D family (11-08-2017)

A wonderful week here with all our family (in Dove House).....it was lovely being able to retreat at times to this comfortable and well presented cottage. Everything...

- Diana J (29-07-2016)

....Dove House is in a truly exceptional position......my whole family and I were blown away by its 'location'.

- Phil Spencer (06-05-2013)

Our first holiday renting a house in England and what a find! Everything works, there's everything you could possibly want and adults and children are fully catered...

- P Family (16-08-2013)

As near perfect as one could wish - spacious, perfectly equipped and beautifully furnished. To say nothing of the warm (and safe) pool. ...... Thank you from all of us!

- B Family (17-04-2015)

We came with our whole families, the youngsters occupying Dove House and we came back at the end of each evening to peace and tranquility! We have all had the most...

- D Family (30-10-2017)

A visit we will remember forever! Briliant house, absolutely spotless, the pool was a saviour in the wet weather. Thoroughly enjoyed by all!....we came to celebrate a...

- P,C and B Families (21-07-2017)

We stayed for a mid-week break for my lovely wife's birthday....Pippa and Hugo, the cottage is delightful and very well appointed..

- Abigail and David B (07-11-2014)

4 generations of our family ranging from 82 yrs to 7 months all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. ....we wanted for nothing...and will be recommending to family and...

- F Family (14-08-2015)

Superb place....weather was kind most of the time, but it was lovely to light woodburner and shup out the rain and just chill!  ..........would definitely come back,...

- F family (06-11-2017)

We are all so pleased to have found Dove House and Swallows in the perfect location, house, facilities which ticked all the boxes. So much space...

- Thank you T family (01-11-2012)

a very happy week ....kids 18months to 65 years. Loved the pool. A great family get together. Thank you.

- May Half Term 2017 (02-06-2017)

A beautiful weekend to celebrate a 60th, thank you so much, Dove House is just perfect .

- May 2017 (08-06-2017)

Stunning driveway, lovely location - so quiet and full of wildlife, cottage was amazing full of everything we could need, well enclosed garden great for our little...

- E Family (15-01-2018)

A wonderful week celebrating my 70th birthday..such a beautiful and tranquil setting. ...a luxurious and yet lovely house - thank you.

- S Family (06-03-2016)

another wonderful stay for Sue's 60th.. great weekend with friends followed by chaos with family the rest of the week.  The children loved it and never wanted to...

- R Family (19-04-2013)

...a very comfortable, warm and well equipped cottage! We have enjoyed some lovely meals and luckily the sun has shone! It is so ice to be somewhere so quiet -...

- May 2016

What a find! Looking forward to returning next year.

- K and L B (19-09-2014)

We said in October that we had no doubt we would be back! Once again – the most marvellous time ..everything you could wish for and more.. thank...

- Anonymous (01-05-2012)

Our group of friends have been 'barn owls' for 18 years and Dove House is the best of the lot for large numbers with all facilities, we will be back.. thank you Pippa...

- Barn Owl Group (08-11-2013)

our 7th visit. Despite a venture to Devon for 2012 we've come to realise Dove House is the perfect fit for our family...

- O family (24-05-2013)

A most comfortable and informal place to be - everything worked! and we thoroughly enjoyed our week : an ideal place for old friends to spend happy time together.

- S Family (08-09-2017)

Lovely house, lovely weather, wonderful holiday. what more can you ask..

- A Family (26-06-2015)

From the gorgeous location and setting to the spaciousness of Dove House, we were so pleasantly surprised....stars of the show were the family kitchen and beautiful...

- Caine Family (03-11-2014)

The cottage is beautiful and the facilities are amazing. Such a beautiful place to stay with so much to do. The surroundings are amazing and we will definitely be back!

- s,s,and s families (09-06-2017)

...was like coming home? We love our annual get together here. Thank you so much.

- L Family (20-03-2015)

What a  week in a truly gem of a cottage, extremely well equipped, in the midst of silence. We loved Dorset, and will be back. Thank you Pippa for your warm...

- from Belgium (22-07-2016)

... it has felt so safe for young children here with the fenced in garden and the lovely walks... the house is spacious and a perfect layout so that noone feels on top...

- J Family (03-05-2013)

.....please can we stay longer. Don't want to go home...the standard of your property is exceptional...facilities amazing.... can't wait to come back next...

- GTG Group (11-05-2018)

What an amazing time we have all had! 13 of us to celebrate 40th birthday. Loved the pool, games room great, and the kitchen/diner perfect for big...

- M family (01-09-2013)

Lovely, peaceful stay. Beautiful house - thank you

- S family (04-09-2017)

Our second stay in Dove House, this time with four new additions! Once again our stay was absolutely perfect! This  beautiful home is perfect for our large family...

- A Family Group (18-05-2018)

....this is the first time we have really begun to explore this are and 'Swallows' has been the perfect place from which to et to know just a part of what it has to...

- W Family (19-03-2018)

Spent a wonderful weekend celebrating my 70th... everyone should have the chance to celebrate special occasions at Dove House.

- Many thanks M group (01-01-2013)

'the facilities here are fantastic and perfect for large family holidays... lovely rooms and a great kitchen for entertaining..

- Anon (15-02-2013)

Lovely stay, everything perfect as usual. Be back!

- Cambs Family (16-06-2017)

This has been our first stay at Swallows and we have thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Many dog-friendly cafes, pubs etc. ....We are sure we will return in 2018 to...

- M Family (20-10-2017)

nothing was too much trouble, very flexible and helpful...

- Mrs K (07-10-2016)

It is our third trip here and we had a wonderful time... thank you for arranging the tennis lessons - we all loved them. The pool was great, as was the house. Hope to...

- L family (05-04-2013)

We will take some wonderful memories home - amazing proerty, We all had a fantastic time. Thank you Thank you Thank you

- S,P and A Families (04-05-2018)

.. I am completely overwhelmed by the beauty and serenity of this wonderful location.... it is all very surreal! THIS IS TRULY HEAVEN ON EARTH, thank you from us all..

- Mr H - Dove House and Sallows (07-06-2013)

A lovely house in a  gloriously peaceful location. ... thank you so much

- R family (04-03-2013)

...just a 'home from home'. We love it here. Thank you Pippa for looking after us SO well....see you in 2019

- J Family (30-06-2017)

What a wonderful place! The cottage is clean, comfortable and well equipped, and situated in lovely surroundings. We couldn't have asked for more - Swallows cottage is...

- B famiy (18-05-2018)

We have fallen in love with Swallows. Just perfect. The peace has been wonderful, Bonnie, our Cairn will miss her morning and evening walks.

- Anonymous (01-05-2012)

A totally fabulous place to stay. the perfect location and your attention to details made our stay absolutely brill. Thank you!

- F W (09-03-2015)

A lovely superbly presented cottage with everything we needed and great attention to detail. Quiet location, great for relaxing.

- L and D K (07-10-2016)

wonderful time, great facilities, beautiful place, relaxing setting...couldn't be faulted, many thanks to Pippa and Hugo

- School reunion (16-09-2016)

What a wonderful cottage. Beautifully furnished and equipped. The location is perfect for exploring Dorset. ...thank you for all the little touches which were much...

- May family (21-07-2017)

Another fabulous week in this amazing house. Lots of tennis, swimming, cricket, rounders, running, laughter and fun. We hope to be back.

- C and K Families (03-07-2015)

Fantastic week! Family of 3 generations, perfect location, well equipped and great facilities - home from home! Many thanks. (Dove House and Swallows).

- TLF Families (20-01-2017)

A wonderful week in a superb location. Dove House was immaculate in every way and, blessed with excellent weather, we all had a memorable visit. Thank you!

- 19 May 2017 (19-06-2017)

We came with our whole families, the 'youngters' occupying Dove HOuse and we came back at the end of each evening to peace and tranquility....everything we could have...

- D Family (27-10-2017)

A lovely lovely week for 17 of us to see in the New Year. Fantastic walks, gorgeous house and pool was greatly used…. Thank you Pippa and Hugo.

- W family (01-12-2012)

Swallows must be the next thing to perfect for a holiday for us that it is possible to be. The Swallows themselves gave us even more of a greeting...

- Anonymous (01-05-2012)

Happy  memories of a really happy week in this wonderful holiday home. Thank you!

- O Family (13-04-2018)

A great week had by all. Tennis court and pool used endlessly.... many thanks. P.S Kate's cooking was marvellous.

- D Family (27-03-2015)

A family of 12, ranging in age from 2 years of age to 64.. a wonderful home for a fabulous family break. We all love the house, swimming pool, gardens, games room,...

- Pam A (03-10-2014)

A lovely week despite the weather! We enjoyed walks in Puddletown and over Golden Cap. ...we enjoyed the Wildlife around the cottage, - deer, foxes, woodpeckers,...

- HC Family (04-08-2017)

... Dove House has been the only venue we have visited twice and five years on since our first visit it didn't fail to please and give us the same great experience. A...

- Walkie Talkies Group (05-06-2015)

.... lovely, well equipped cottage....the peaceful location has been a delight - a great night's sleep in tranquility.

- Anon (14-08-2014)

We felt very welcome when we arrived the cottage was very well presented, clean and comfortable. .....looking foward to our next visit.

- S and T couples (11-05-2018)

..enjoyed a lovely afternoon at Burton Bradstock on the beach with the children and the dog, finished off with a delicious meal at the Hive. The farm and Cottage is...

- Herts Family (02-06-2017)