Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Sturminster Newton

Sturminster Newton, more commonly known locally as Sturnewton or simply Stur, is a small market town surrounded by picturesque Dorset countryside. It's within an easy day trip distance to Weymouth and the Dorset coast. What was once a traditional market town is now a popular music and cultural festival location offering a fine choice of quality self-catering accommodation to visitors. The town features attractive Victorian architecture and plenty of nearby grass areas and parks, allowing visitors to choose scenic walks. Sturminster Newton also prides itself on many independent shops, bakeries and butchers within the town. For a traditional holiday let in the picturesque countryside while still being close to shops and amenities, Sturminster newton is perfect.

A stone-built Dorset holiday cottage behind a row of mature shrubs overlooks an empty country lane.
Apple Tree Cottage, Sturminster Newton
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
England
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Apple Tree Cottage is an authentic brick-and-flint terraced cottage dating back to 1730 near Sturminster Newton in Dorset. The pet-friendly holiday cottage sleeps four and offers a mature garden with a summerhouse and patio and an interior blending tradition with style and a warming log fire.

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Belview Cottage
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
England
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Belview Cottage immerses you deep in its picturesque greens and boundless hills for a peaceful getaway to the Dorset countryside. Based in the beautiful Blackmore Vale, the two-bedroom cottage in Sturminster Newton is a cosy base for exploring the countryside and Jurassic Coast.

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A popular and recent building in Sturminster Newton is The Exchange, which acts as a community and arts centre for the town. It’s an excellent place for those interested in live music or art exhibitions and has an art gallery with a café open every afternoon. The monthly market also takes place at The Exchange, offering arts, crafts and delicious produce, which is all locally sourced.

Sturminster Mill, the town’s most iconic building, sits directly next to the sleepy River Stour, which meanders through Sturminster Newton. It is now open to the public through the summer months, showing how the beautiful flower mill operates. There’s also a museum near the town centre, giving a more historical insight into the town and the old railway. Both are ideal for those who want to learn more about the town and its fascinating history.

Sturminster Newton has a thriving town centre, with a wide selection of independent stores that are well stocked with everything you’ll need while on holiday in the town. There’s also a choice of excellent bakeries and butchers, all offering locally sourced goods, allowing you to stock your holiday cottage kitchen with some of the best local produce.

The introduction of The Exchange in the town has also brought in some fun and quirky festivals. The annual UK Boogie Woogie Festival (possibly the best-named festival yet!) celebrates an African-American style of blues music that was popular around 1930 with musicians, singers and dancers. The Sturminster Cheese Festival takes place every September, offering a huge platter of cheeses to taste and wash down with some of the best Dorset cider.

The seaside towns of Weymouth, Bournemouth and Poole are not too far from Sturminster Newton. All offer their own interesting landmarks, an abundance of retail stores, delicious food and excellent nightlife.