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Evershot is a small village in Dorset, seven miles south of Yeovil. At 574ft above sea level, it is the second-highest village in the county. Evershot is famous for its connection to the writer Thomas Hardy, whose Tess of the d’Urbervilles is said to have been inspired by the village. The population of this rural community is just over 200, making it ideal for visitors seeking a peaceful base from which to discover the region. On the doorstep of holiday cottages in Evershot, swathes of unspoiled woods, farmland and the chalk hills of the Dorset Downs are crisscrossed by footpaths and bridleways.

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In the heart of the village, the Acorn Inn dates back to the 16th century and has won several awards. The inn appears in several of Thomas Hardy’s books, including Tess of the d’Urbervilles, which is the Sow and Acorn. Expect a variety of local ales and ciders and excellent food prepared with local ingredients. Landmarks to look out for on self-catering holidays in Evershot include the parish church of St Osmund, which can be found on Back Lane, near the source of the River Frome. St John’s Well stands next to the source, with a plaque displaying the villagers' names.

A walk to the summit of West Hill is highly recommended during a stay in a holiday cottage in Evershot, with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. There are many walks to be enjoyed in the Dorset Downs, including scenic routes at Blandford Forest, the steep valley of Dorsetshire Gap, and Cerne Valley, where the extraordinary chalk figure, Cerne Abbas Giant, can be seen. The Jurassic Coast is a short drive southward, with spectacular beaches and dinosaur fossils to discover. A stroll around the charming seaside town of Weymouth is also recommended.