La Cabine Francaise

Had a lovely 3 night stay at the cabin with my partner and dog. Carol and Neil were both extremely welcoming on arrival. The cabin is perfectly set out with everything you’d need and really nicely decorated. There is so much though and effort that has been put in with lots of special little touches. The bedroom was extremely cosy and comfortable with really nice soft bedding. My favourite part of our trip was waking up every morning with a coffee in bed watching the sheep and trees from the bedroom window. The bathroom had lots of luxury toiletries provided and was a nice big space given it is separate from the main hut. We only used the snug hut once as I loved the main one so much but that was also really nice space to relax, watch tv and read. Overall would definitely recommend!

Beautiful shepherd’s hut and three for the price of one. The huts are perfectly appointed with every detail carefully thought out. The huts were immaculate, perfect for snuggling up in front of the log burners. Lovely peaceful secluded location with a pretty village and great dog fry pub with good food a short walk away. The owners left a thoughtful welcome pack and struck the ideal balance between being friendly, welcoming and available for any questions whilst leaving us to enjoy the peace and solitude with privacy. We would definitely book again and recommend to family and friends.

This is honestly a very special place. I spent Christmas week here by myself and the wreath, twinkly lights and tinsel was all delightful. I had a warm welcome from Carole who had already text me asking if there were any extra bits I would need during my stay. There are three cabins and each is perfect. I loved the lounge hut with the big TV and reclining sofa and spent every evening there, reading or watching TV in front of a roaring log burner. The main hut gave me a super comfy bed, a well-equipped kitchenette and large dining table, and another log burner. The bathroom hut has a great shower with lovely hot water and warm towels. Outside there is a decked area where I sat and watched the stars at night; you can also make a fire in the fire pit and sit there if you prefer. The place is completely silent and there is no light pollution. I’d say an added bonus is the gorgeous flock of black-faced sheep, some of whom have curly horns. I’d love to come back here one day, it was just what I needed. Thank you Carole & Neil & the flock.

We had a lovely stay, very well appointed Shepherds Hut
With plenty of room with the extra lounge hut and bathroom.
Good organisation with luggage trolley, wood for fires and bbq.
Nothing overlooked.
We had a very nice Sunday lunch at the Greyhound @ Sydling St Nicholas.. essential to book
We would definitely stay at La Cabine Francaise again

We had a relaxing stay at the cabin and enjoyed watching the sheep grazing nearby. We had everything we needed to be cosy and comfortable and had a couple of movie nights in the lounge hut.
Plenty of nearby pubs for lunch out and some lovely walks. Perfect.

Superb property with great hosts in a perfect and peaceful location - we loved it.
Much more space than we anticipated - perfectly accommodated us both and our dog who is crated at night.
Lots of lovely touches including a very generous welcome basket for humans and furry friends alike. A range of miniature luxury toiletries also came in very handy when we realised we had forgotten shower gel!
The location is fabulous surrounded by beautiful villages and just a short drive to the coast. Would recommend Eype beach for anyone travelling with their dog - easy parking and dog friendly year round.
The village pub is an easy 15/20 minute walk and perfect for an evening stroll.
We also enjoyed delicious meals (with pooch) at the Greyhound in Sydling St Nicholas and at Brassica in Beaminster (where there is also a great local co-op).
For those wishing to stay in - we also used the barbecue provided, followed by a drink by the fantastic fire pit.
All in all a fabulous stay which was very much value for money - thank you!

Had a wonderful time, the hut was amazing very quirky.
Loved everything about it.
Definitely coming back again.

Cosy, comfortable and spacious cabin hidden away in a quite fields surrounded by nature only. Had 3 nights stay here, excellent place to reset from daily routine, lots of walks around, 25 min drive to seaside, 30min drive to Dorchester. Will definitely return. Thank you to owners for amazing stay.

We recently had the pleasure of staying at La Cabine Francaise, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we arrived, I was greeted with warm hospitality and exceptional service.

The ambiance of the place is charming and truly captures the essence of French elegance in the Dorchester valleys.

The room was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and equipped with all the amenities we could need. The attention to detail was evident in every aspect of my stay.

Overall, our stay at La Cabine Francaise was nothing short of perfect. I highly recommend this wonderful establishment to anyone looking for a luxurious and memorable getaway.

Wonderful shepherd hut on its own in a great setting. There are two shepherd huts to use so don’t feel cramped plus the excellent bathroom hut. Stayed in cold part of March but got the underfloor heating and wood burners to keep cosy warm. Owners are very welcoming.

We loved our stay at the cabin. It is thoughtfully presented, with a comfy bed, good shower and more storage than we expected. We were warm and cosy even in cold, rainy weather and loved being surrounded by nature. The owners were welcoming and helpful. A really lovely place to stay.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

What an absolute gem of a place! The cabin was amazing and we had a wonderful experience. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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 .

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.

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.

Stunning setting, fun and quirky - we loved it!!

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.