In knead of a break? Then try this delightful rental cottage – it’ll be a loaf-changing experience.
The property is located on the famous ‘Hovis Hill’ – the lane made famous by breadmaker Hovis’s 1973 ‘Boy on Bike’ commercial, shot by director Sir Ridley Scott, early in his career.
The chocolate-box cobbled street is actually called Gold Hill and curves through Shaftesbury, Dorset – which at 715ft above sea level is one of the loftiest villages in England.
The abode for hire – Grade II listed Button Cottage – is available through holidaycottages.co.uk and sits around halfway up the hill.
It sleeps two and is described as a ‘luxurious retreat’.
Crust us, you’ll love this rental: Grade II listed Button Cottage is located on famous ‘Hovis Hill’
Hovis Hill is actually called Gold Hill and curves through Shaftesbury, Dorset. Button Cottage is the property in the middle in the image above
At 715ft above sea level, Shaftesbury, Dorset, is one of the loftiest villages in England
Inside, guests will find ‘rustic beams’, ‘a charming wood burner’ and a courtyard garden with views of Blackmore Vale.
Holidaycottages.co.uk continues: ‘Built with Shaftesbury Abbey stone following its dissolution, a painstaking renovation was completed in 2024 and is evident from the moment you enter the inviting lounge/diner.
‘Exposed stonework, beams, subtle Farrow and Ball paint colours and a fireplace with wood burning stove all come together to create a warm and homely ambience.
‘There is room to dine in comfort as well as thoughtfully arranged furniture, dressed with care in Susie Watson fabrics.
Above is Button Cottage’s kitchen, ‘where hand-built units have been sympathetically chosen to blend character with modern conveniences’
The courtyard garden offers views of Blackmore Vale
A seven-night stay at Button Cottage starts from £1,265
A giant plastic loaf lets visitors know they’re about to tread on hallowed ground
‘Enjoy your favourite shows on the Smart TV or simply relax and unwind in historic surroundings.’
The rental firm adds: ‘Take the steps down into the kitchen at the rear, where hand-built units have been sympathetically chosen to blend character with modern conveniences. Heading back into the lounge, you will find a door leading into an inner vestibule, with the shower room to the left.
‘Cleverly designed to maximise space, a bi-fold door leads into the room, which has a stylish shower set against the rear wall and more beautiful natural materials to be admired.’
Upstairs is ‘a charming single bedroom with day bed’ and views of the ‘Hovis street’, and next door a king-size bedroom.
A seven-night stay starts from £1,265. Visit www.holidaycottages.co.uk/cottage/oc-29771-button-cottage-gold-hill. Other rentals in postcard-perfect spots are available.
Dreamy: Above is Button Cottage’s king-size bedroom
Button Cottage can be seen in the photograph nestling between two white properties
An aerial photo showing the verdant Gold Hill gardens
A drone shot showing Gold Hill from a more unusual angle