Make the days as long as you want them to be…

There’s no agenda at Loose Reins. You choose to do as much or as little as you like.

Pick up a book, get out a board game, listen to the DAB radio, put your feet up and watch the world go by. Stay in bed – they’re so comfortable you won’t want to get up. Chew the fat over a brew or a bottle. Wrap up in a blanket and watch the stars come out. Do nothing, do something, it’s up to you.

Sunset over Dorset Hills A young boy in a hat walking through a field by Loose Reins

Discover the woods

Loose Reins nestles in a natural coombe, surrounded by woodland, criss-crossed with a maze of paths. Think fabulous colours and rustling autumn leaves, cool shade in summer and wildlife soaking up the sunshine. Berries on the holly in winter and woodland flowers adding colour in spring.

Take a scavenger hunt or follow your own nature trail, spot buzzards on branches or watch as they ride the thermals hanging over our coombe. Look out for deer and foxes and watch rabbits and squirrels hop away as you approach.

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Sun shining through woodlands in North Dorset A child sitting in one of the trees at Loose Reins

Make some new friends

Here at Loose Reins, you’ll find a delightful assortment of friendly animal residents to add some extra charm to your stay.

Meet our playful pygmy goats, share a chuckle with our woolly buddies, including Grey-Faced Dartmoor ewes and the huggable Rupert, or simply unwind while watching horses graze in the open pastures.

Meet OUR ANIMALs

 

Sheep looking through fence Two of Loose Reins' goats resting on a log stack

Join the Buckaroo Club!

Young ranchers can step out of their cabin or lodge into our very own outdoor playground. Immerse yourself in our animal kingdom at the Buckaroo Club, an exclusive hands-on experience designed exclusively for our younger guests. Get a taste of life here at the ranch and see what it takes to be a true cowboy.

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A young boy practicing horse shoe tossing in front of a cabin at Loose Reins Three girls exploring the wild areas at Loose Reins

On-site fun and games

Try your hand at some thrilling Western challenges or embrace your inner pioneer and venture into the nearby forest. Hone bushcraft skills. Enjoy quality time with our four-legged companions.

You don’t have to venture far from the site to try your hand at a bit of cowboy flair.

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Family dining outdoors on holiday at Loose Reins in Dorset Cow Girl with Ropes
Aerial exterior of Gold Panners Cabin
Loose Reins guests sitting at an outside table at sunset with lots of drinks and a lamp
A picnic blanket and food set up in the tall grass in front of one of the lodges at Loose Reins
Kebab skewers cooking on a barbecue near one of the Cabins at Loose Reins
A brother and sister collecting eggs from the hen house ready for breakfast at Loose Reins
A golden retriever dog sitting in the long grass
A young girl helping to feed the goat kids at Loose Reins
A young boy practicing horse shoe tossing in front of a cabin at Loose Reins
A dog chasing two goats down one of the tracks at Loose Reins
A guest relaxing in one of the rocking chairs on the Cabin Porch at Loose Reins with his feet up on the railing
A lodge at Loose Reins looking out over the countryside views
A group of friends enjoying an evening meal on a picnic bench at Loose Reins as the sun sets

More to explore

Check out our luxurious lodges and cosy cabins. Discover activities to keep the whole family occupied. You’ll find there’s more to Loose Reins than you first thought.

Offers

Keep up to date with all the latest promotions and special offers for the chance to save money on your break here at Loose Reins.

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Lodges

Eat a home-cooked meal at the dining table and unwind on the sofa after a day of adventuring. Watch the sunset from the deck.

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Cabins

Embrace that pioneer spirit in a cosy cabin that's perfect for two. Light the wood-burner and curl up on the king-size bed under an authentic American quilt.

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Activities

From fun and games in your lodge or cabin, to helping look after the livestock here at Loose Reins, there's so much to do to keep the whole family entertained.

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