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Knaveswell Farm

Knitson Lane
CORFE CASTLE
Dorset
BH20 5JB

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Farm cottage and glamping tents on our working dairy farm, nestling under the Purbeck hills halfway between Corfe Castle and Swanage.

Our farm cottage is furnished simply and comfortably and sleeps up to 6 guests in two bedrooms.  One bedroom with king bed and second bedroom with double and two singles.  Well equipped kitchen and open plan lounge/diner with woodburner.  Upstairs bathroom power shower over bath.  Enclosed garden and views across Purbeck countryside.

Our 5 safari glamping tents are tucked away down a farm track in a secluded field.  Each sleeps 6 in a king bed, twin beds and a double cabin style bed.  Loo and shower cabin on the rear decking, covered awning with picnic bench on the front decking.  Cook on the large woodburning stove or outside on the BBQ.    

Great base for walking, cycling and less than 3 miles from Swanage beach.

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Opening Times

Open New Year
Open Christmas
2021 Opening (1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021)

* Our farm cottage is available all year. Our glamping season runs from Easter to the end of October.

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
1
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Knaveswell Farmfrom £350.00 to £850.00 per unit per week

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Knaveswell-Farm/103179876436261?fref=ts

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

5 of 5 stars
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      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      5 of 5 stars
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Haymann149
      Perfect wedding weekend, at the perfect location
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 20th January 2020
      We were lucky enough to find Knaveswell Farm, a hidden gem in our fav part of Dorset! We were able to hire out all safari tents and cottage to host our wedding weekend celebrations with our family... Read full review
    • goodfevi
      London, United Kingdom
      Perfect glamping experience
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 15th July 2020
      We recently returned to Knaveswell, having held our wedding there nearly 10 years ago. The tents are amazing, with comfortable beds and good quality pillows/duvets. The tents are spacious and have... Read full review
    • Ann6359
      Woodbridge, Suffolk UK
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Lovely midweek break
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 6th September 2020
      A very comfortable 4 night stay. Tent was spacious and spotless and set in idyllic surroundings. Slight problem with the hot water but was fixed immediately. Was even offered the use of an additional... Read full review
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    Gradings

    • 4 Visit England Stars Self Catering
    4 Visit England Stars Self Catering

    Facilities

    Other

    • Free Wi-Fi available

    Catering

    • BBQ

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children all ages
    • Children's videos/DVDs available
    • Cot
    • Highchair

    Establishment Features

    • Countryside Location
    • Electricity inc in rate
    • Family Friendly
    • Garden/patio for guests' use
    • Gas inc in rate
    • Independent Business
    • Linen provided
    • Log Fire
    • Near coastal path
    • Open All Year
    • Pets accepted - up to 2 dogs welcome (please not in the bedrooms or on sofas)
    • Pets accepted by arrangement
    • Real log/coal fires
    • Short breaks available
    • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

    Key Features

    • Family
    • Farm - Dairy cows, chickens, ponies, pigs and lambs
    • Groups Welcomed
    • In countryside - Situated under Nine Barrow Down
    • Midweek breaks
    • Non smoking establishment
    • Weekend breaks - 2 or 3 night stays

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
    • All major credit cards accepted

    Room / Unit Features

    • Electric shaver point
    • Free View TV
    • Fridge/Freezer
    • Hairdryer
    • Oven / Cooker
    • WiFi

    Specialist Features

    • Pets (Proprietors) on premises

    Venue Facilities

    • Wood burning stove

    Room / Unit Features: Knaveswell Farm

    • Barbecue
    • CD Player
    • Colour Television
    • Dishwasher
    • DVD Player
    • Hairdryer
    • Ironing Facilities
    • Microwave
    • Pets Accepted
    • Radio
    • Real log/coal fire
    • Washing Machine

    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    From A351 to Swanage, turn left after BP garage to “Knitson”. Follow lane for 1 mile. At grass triangle take left turn to “Corfe Castle”. Knaveswell Farm is just around the bend.

    Public Transport Directions

    Train to Wareham Railway Station then taxi to Knaveswell Farm.

    To Wareham:

    By Bus:  From Bournemouth take the M1 or M2 to Poole, then transfer to number 40 or X54. From Poole take the number 40 or X54. From Swanage take the number 30 or 40. From West Lulworth take the 30 or X54. From Weymouth take the number 30 or X54.

    By Train: Wareham Railway Station (on the London Waterloo to Weymouth line) is found less than a mile from the Town Centre. You can catch bus number 40 or X54 from the Railway Station to the Town Centre.

    Journey planning: Contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables. From 1st January 2019, calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.

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