CONTEMPORARY RETREATS IN THE DORSET COUNTRYSIDE

Proud winners of the Dorset Tourism Awards 2022/23

OUR CABINS.

The Bothy — a modern red eco-cabin with large picture window at The Bide, Dorset

from £124 per night

The Nest — a dark blue eco-cabin with hot tub deck at The Bide, Dorset

from £124 per night

Why Book Directly with the bide?

a lower deposit & Direct Local Impact

  • Low 10% Deposit Secure your stay with the lowest upfront commitment. While larger platforms often require much more to hold your dates, we keep it simple with a 10% deposit.

  • Balance Due at 4 Weeks Enjoy the flexibility of paying your remaining balance just 4 weeks before you arrive, giving you more time to manage your travel budget.

  • Support the Local Rural Economy Booking direct ensures that 100% of your payment stays within our local community. As a small business, our presence directly supports Hewish Farm where we are based.

  • Sustainable Small Business You will be supporting an independent business that cares for the landscape. Your stay helps us sustain our partnership with the farm and our shared eco-initiatives.

  • Direct Communication Deal directly with the people who run the property. We provide a personal touch and local expertise that big booking sites simply can't match.

Aerial view of Hewish Farm in rural Dorset, home of The Bide eco-cabins

Our rural dorset location.

Scenic Dorset countryside views near Milton Abbas, close to the Jurassic Coast

Situated on a working Dorset farm, soak up the spectacular views from the comfort of the cabin windows, your wide screen to nature. The farm is located close to Milton Abbas, a picturesque village, famous for its quaint cob and thatched cottages & Milton Abbey school.

The village of Milton Abbas is a 45 minute walk from the farm, traversing a footpath through picturesque fields.

Guest relaxing on a Naturalmat super-king bed inside a luxury cabin at The Bide

sleep.

Super slumber… Get the best sleep in town, our mattresses are from Naturalmat, purveyors of fine quality, seen in the top hotels of the globe. Based in Devon, their mattresses are chemical-free, organic and sustainable resulting in a serene and luxurious sleep.

Alfresco dining on the deck at The Bide with local Dorset produce and wine

Local Dorset Produce

& Alfresco Dining

Local Dorset breakfast provisions including bread, eggs and fresh produce at The Bide

Keeping it local, whether it’s stocking up on award winning sparkling wine from the neighbouring Langham estate, fresh fish from the Well Dressed Crab or Breakfast boxes from local farm shop Steepton Bill. Provisions are aplenty!

Fancy Alfresco cooking? Our firepit is located perfectly for taking in the views. Each cabin comes complete with a Gozney pizza oven to test out your pizza making skills!

Nosy neighbours.

Nosy neighbours are in abundance, cows, geese, sheep & hens! The cabin is located on a working farm, offering plenty of opportunity to connect with nature. A woodland coppice on the doorstep for exploring.

Free-range geese at Hewish Farm, Dorset — the working farm setting of The Bide cabins
In-cabin cinema screen with Mubi account at The Bide luxury eco-retreat, Dorset

watch and listen 

Our cabins have an In-house cinema screen for chilly evenings, find an old favorite or new classic with our Mubi account.

The Jurassic Coast near The Bide, a 35-minute drive from the cabins in Dorset

explore the jurassic coast & hardy country

Whether you want to explore the immediate surroundings of Thomas Hardy country or head slightly further afield to the Jurassic Coast, there’s plenty to explore.

The scenic Jubilee Trail runs straight through the farm, running from Somerset in the west to Hampshire in the east.

When the beach beckons… just a 35 minute drive from the Bide. Explore the Jurassic coastline & walk some of the famous South West Coastal Path.

Open Dorset farmland surrounding The Bide eco-cabins near Milton Abbas

find us.

Wooden sign for The Bide luxury eco-cabins at Hewish Farm, Milton Abbas, Dorset

Location

The Bide, Milton Meadow, Milton Road, DT11 0DP

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BY TRAIN

The closest train station is Moreton or Dorchester South, a 15-minute taxi ride that will take you to the farm (see FAQ’s for further information for coming by train). If you are happy to explore the farm and amazing walking options, the train is a possible route.

BY CAR

Over 2 hours from London. Travelling by car will leave you better placed to explore the wider Dorset area including the Jurassic coast.

THE BOTHY

THE NEST