The Riding House in Wimborne | Stunning Dorset Group Cottage

About The Riding House

The Riding House is a 17th-century barn conversion sleeping 18 guests on the St Giles House estate near Ringwood in Dorset. This award-winning property underwent restoration in 2018 and now offers social spaces and modern facilities. Groups get access to 5,500 acres of parkland and a fully stocked honesty bar for celebrations.

The estate sits in rural Dorset between Wimborne St Giles and Ringwood. You're 20 miles from the coast and 2¼ miles from local shops and pubs.

The property features multiple sleeping areas with kingsize or super kingsize beds with Egyptian cotton bedding. Ground floor rooms include a 5ft kingsize and 4ft 6in double bed, a room with a 5ft kingsize, a room with a 6ft super kingsize and a room with a 5ft kingsize. Additional bedrooms each have 5ft kingsize beds and Smart TVs. Two living rooms and a dining room with banquet tables provide social spaces.

Visit Moors Valley Country Park (6 miles, 15 minutes) for outdoor activities. Kingston Lacy House (8 miles, 20 minutes) offers historic tours. Bournemouth Beach (20 miles, 35 minutes) provides coastal walks. New Forest National Park (10 miles, 20 minutes) has forest trails.

The Riding House suits multi-generational families and celebration groups wanting space and period features with modern facilities.

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Need To Know

✓17th-century barn conversion with award-winning meticulous and sympathetic renovation completed in 2018
✓Electric central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity included in the rental price
✓Eight individually designed bedrooms
✓All bedrooms feature kingsize beds with Egyptian cotton bedding and luxury robes
✓One bedroom (Bedroom 1) includes one 5ft kingsize bed and one 4ft 6in double bed
✓One bedroom (Bedroom 7) has a 6ft super kingsize bed
✓All eight bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms
✓Ensuite bathrooms each include a roll-top bath, large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Four bedrooms (Bedrooms 3,4,5,6) located on the first floor include Smart TVs
✓Two ground floor bedrooms (Bedrooms 1 and 8) include Smart TVs
✓Ground floor bedrooms located on a galleried area and standard ground floor
✓Separate ground floor toilet available in addition to ensuites
✓Fully equipped catering kitchen with electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
✓Dining room with large banquet tables designed for social meals
✓Two living rooms on the first floor: one with Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, sumptuous velvet sofas, and statement pieces; second living room without TV
✓Fully stocked honesty bar available for guest use
✓Electric central heating system with woodburning stove and open fire available
✓Wi-Fi included throughout the property
✓Bed linen and towels included in the price
✓Unique welcome pack provided on arrival
✓Wheelchair accessible with level access, grab rails, ground floor wet room, and ground floor facilities
✓Highchair and travel cot available on request; cot also available
✓Cycle store on-site for guest use
✓Private parking for 10+ cars on-site
✓Pets allowed with a maximum of 2 pets; pet charges apply
✓Security deposit of £500 required
✓No smoking policy enforced throughout the property
✓Located within 5,500-acre St Giles House estate grounds with restricted access
✓Garden or patio area available for guest use
✓Nearby activities include fishing and golf
✓Property is detached and decorated at Christmas
✓Check-in time after 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Located 20 miles from the beach and 2¼ miles from nearest shop, pub, and restaurant

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Riding House

Eight En-Suite Bedrooms

Every bedroom has its own bathroom with roll-top bath and walk-in shower. No queuing for facilities with 18 guests staying together.

5,500 Acre Estate Grounds

Access to thousands of acres of parkland for walks and outdoor activities. Perfect for groups wanting countryside space to explore together.

Fully Stocked Honesty Bar

Sample drinks from the honesty bar without leaving the property. Makes celebrations and evening gatherings easy for large groups.

Catering Kitchen Facilities

Professional-standard kitchen equipped for cooking meals for 18 people. Banquet dining tables seat everyone together for memorable group meals.

Wheelchair Accessible Throughout

Level access and ground floor wet room with grab rails. Four ground floor bedrooms make this suitable for guests with mobility needs.

Parking for 10+ Cars

Private on-site parking eliminates stress when multiple families arrive. Everyone parks safely without searching for spaces nearby.

Getting To The Riding House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Riding House by car, take the A31 towards Ringwood and follow signs to Wimborne St Giles. The property is located on the St Giles House estate with convenient private parking for 10 or more cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Poole, approximately 16 miles away. From there, a taxi journey takes around 30 minutes to reach the estate.

Private parking for 10+ cars

Poole station (16 miles)

Accessible via A31 near Ringwood

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Moors Valley Country Park

Distance: 6 miles

BH24 2ET

Kingston Lacy House

Distance: 8 miles

BH21 4EA

New Forest National Park

Distance: 10 miles

SO43 7GH

St Giles House Estate Grounds

Distance: On-site

BH21 5NA

Cranborne Chase AONB

Distance: 5 miles

SP5 5PS

Badbury Rings

Distance: 7 miles

BH21 4HX

Wimborne Minster Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

BH21 1JA

Ringwood Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

BH24 1AE

Ferndown Tesco Superstore

Distance: 9 miles

BH22 9TZ

Poole Railway Station

Distance: 16 miles

BH15 1SZ

Bournemouth International Airport

Distance: 15 miles

BH23 6SE

Wimborne St Giles Village

Distance: 2.25 miles

BH21 5NF

Moors Valley Country Park

Distance: 6 miles

BH24 2ET

Kingston Lacy House

Distance: 8 miles

BH21 4EA

New Forest National Park

Distance: 10 miles

SO43 7GH

St Giles House Estate Grounds

Distance: On-site

BH21 5NA

Cranborne Chase AONB

Distance: 5 miles

SP5 5PS

Badbury Rings

Distance: 7 miles

BH21 4HX

Wimborne Minster Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

BH21 1JA

Ringwood Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

BH24 1AE

Ferndown Tesco Superstore

Distance: 9 miles

BH22 9TZ

Poole Railway Station

Distance: 16 miles

BH15 1SZ

Bournemouth International Airport

Distance: 15 miles

BH23 6SE

Wimborne St Giles Village

Distance: 2.25 miles

BH21 5NF

Is The Riding House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The 5,500 acre estate grounds offer space for children to explore and play outdoors. Moors Valley Country Park sits 6 miles away with play areas and cycling trails. Bournemouth Beach is 20 miles away for seaside days. The property provides a highchair and travel cot on request for younger children.

Groups Will Love...

The fully stocked honesty bar and banquet dining tables create perfect celebration spaces for groups of 18. Two separate living rooms give everyone space to spread out or gather together. The catering kitchen handles meal preparation for large numbers. Egyptian cotton bedding and luxury robes in every bedroom add special touches.

Pet Friendly

The Riding House welcomes up to 2 pets with charges applied at booking. The 5,500 acre estate grounds provide excellent walking space for dogs to exercise. Ground floor access and outdoor areas make it practical for pet owners. The rural Dorset location offers quiet countryside surroundings away from busy roads.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Riding House

The Bull Inn, Wimborne St Giles

Located 2.25 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH21 5NF

The Horton Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH21 7HL

The Coventry Arms, Corfe Mullen

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH21 3RY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Riding House

How many people does The Riding House sleep?

The property sleeps 18 guests across eight individually designed bedrooms. Bedroom 1 has both a kingsize and double bed, while the other seven bedrooms each have kingsize or super kingsize beds.

Is The Riding House pet friendly?

Yes, up to 2 pets are welcome at this property. Pet charges apply and should be confirmed when booking.

How many bathrooms are available?

There are nine bathrooms in total. Each of the eight bedrooms has its own en-suite with roll-top bath and walk-in shower, plus there's a separate ground floor toilet.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The property has a fully equipped catering kitchen with electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The professional-standard facilities suit cooking for large groups of 18 people.

Is the property wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Riding House offers full wheelchair access with level entry throughout. Ground floor facilities include a wet room with grab rails and four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.

What parking is available?

Private on-site parking accommodates 10 or more cars. This makes arrival straightforward when multiple families are travelling separately to the property.

Can we arrange catering services?

Catered services can be arranged by speaking with the house manager before your stay. The property also has banquet dining tables and a fully stocked honesty bar for celebrations.

What outdoor space is included?

Guests have access to the estate's 5,500 acres of parkland, though access is restricted to certain areas. The property also has its own garden or patio area for private outdoor space.