Short Stay Homes Anmeldelser 

Fencing not complete, so was not dog friendly,Front gate post loose, details for dustmen very mixed message from paperwork,first floor bedroom ensuite
basin taps dripping, mildew on shower grouting and sealing, radiator leaking in ground floor bedroom ensuite, wardrobe position in ground floor bedroom made access to bed very difficult, mattress protectors in most rooms badly stained, no cereal bowls in kitchen

We rented this cottage for a family holiday, Us, our two children, partners and 4 grandchildren. The house was very well presented and there was a huge amount of space for us all: the kitchen diner was really well equipped and the table could accommodate 14 if necessary. There are 4 lounge areas, including the bar, so lots of space to do things together or for a bit of peace and quiet. The bedrooms were fine, especially the master bedroom, and all had comfortable beds and good furniture. A couple of the bathrooms were a little cramped but certainly plentiful in number for the size of our group. The games room was a bonus but perhaps needs some new equipment as it has a lot of use.The location in West Moors was perfect for the coast, Wimborne, or the Moors Valley Park, all great places to go. There are also good local shops in town and we had a large delivery from Morrisons.

A very pleasant well equipped cottage, good for a large family get together. Nice bedrooms and bathrooms all on one level , the beds were comfortable, but the living room was dark and a little dated. . Nice in theory to have an electric car charger at the cottage but the price per KWHr was very high , more than twice the price of the MER public charger ( very easy to use) in Fording bridge .

My wife and I had an absolutely fantastic chilling week at Riverside Lodge (Aug 2025). The lodge itself was extremely cosy with everything you would need. Beds were very comfy and the lounge perfect. Short Stay Homes were excellent in terms of communication, couldn’t have asked for more.

Absolutely beautiful lodge. Owner very responsive and helpful. We've had the most gorgeous holiday nestled in this fabulous spot, embedded in nature.

Superb stay at The Quays, Christchurch. Perfect accommodation for the 20 people in our extended family. Well equipped, space for everyone, plenty of parking, a hot tub, all in an amazing location. With local amenities on the doorstep and plenty of activities/days out nearby, our family (of varied ages) thoroughly enjoyed the week there.
Short Stay Homes were brilliant throughout. Great communication and instructions - loved their little app which was a great way to make sure everyone in the family had all the information they needed about the property.
Would definitely recommend Short Stay Homes and The Quay in Christchurch.

The whole experience at Arniss Farm was fantastic. We hired the Lodge too for a family gathering to celebrate my mum's 90th birthday. The facilities were perfect for us and the accommodation had all that we needed and much more. The whole place was spotless and there was absolutely nothing we could complain about at all. I highly recommend this fabulous location and property.

Fantastic Stay at Galton’s Cottage!

Where do I start? I stayed at Galton’s Cottage with a group of lads – all family and friends – and it was an amazing experience. The cottage itself is spacious, with plenty of room for everyone, multiple bathrooms, and a stunning garden to relax in. It’s incredibly well-equipped with all the modern conveniences you’d expect from a home away from home.

The location is spot on too – local pubs and shops are just a 5-minute walk away, making everything super convenient.

We’ll definitely be coming back again and I’d highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great group getaway. A big thanks to Caroline and the rest of the team at Short Stay Homes – you made our trip perfect!

When booking for a large family group, it’s so nice to speak to the same person with any queries or additions to the booking.
The houses (this is our second break with Short Stay Homes) have both been clean and well appointed.

The house was furnished to a high standard and was in a perfect location for some wonderfully varied cycling. The hot tub was great after some long bike rides! Lots of useful equipment in the kitchen but a few minor bits missing. Didnt disappoint though!

Lovely house with great decor, furnishings etc.
It would have been nice to be able to use the gate directly out to the Abbey grounds rather than having to walk around to the car park, or use the steep steps of the front door onto the main road.

The place was superb, so serene, so quiet and a wonderful location, to relax, or if you want to go for walks, as there are hundreds and a lot we did were superb.

Our return stay at Arniss Farmhouse was as fabulous as the first. Everything we needed for our family break was provided. The house and garden are beautifully maintained. The service and communication prior and during our stay are friendly and efficient. So happy to have found Short Stay Homes and we are looking forward to returning again next year.

A lovely large property in a beautiful location. A place where you can drive to and then leave the car for a week as there is a lot to do within walking distance. Clean with all the comforts you would expect. Lovely place this was our 2nd visit.

Excellent communication on all aspects of our reservation. Accommodation was excellent and as described online, it could not be faulted.
The property brochure pack received prior to our stay was comprehensive. Would recommend.

We had a fabulous family week away in this lovely house. The open plan layout was great for socialising and the kitchen was particularly well stocked with lots of large pans, utensils, crockery - ideal for a large family who enjoy cooking. The garden was secure with super views and surrounded by fields of sheep and new born lambs. The hot tub was kept immaculately clean and checked each day by the site manager who was very helpful throughout our stay.

80th Birthday Party!
The property features were well described which enable the choice we made for our family gathering. Old and young something for everyone. Huge kitchen dinner plus a very comfy lounge. The games room was a hit!
Masses of crockery too. It's on my list for a return visit.

Very good communication to start and throughout our stay. The house was perfect, exactly as described and had enough plates, cups etc for everyone. The house was very clean. The WIFI was not the best but as to be expected in the countryside. Also the pool table had seen better days but still kept the children entertained. Very good pub in walking distance. Would definitely recommend the house.

Very friendly and flexible with changes to our booking. Quick response time. Would recommend!

A fabulous venue - perfect for a large family gathering (to celebrate my Mothers' 80th).

Short Stays could not do enough to help/prepare us for our visit - the communication and instructions for the property in the lead up to our stay were outstanding.