Ashley Chase House in Abbotsbury, Dorset, was built in 1925 as a shooting lodge by the architect Sir Guy Dawber.
The house is approached by a private drive and is situated in a stunning position on the side of a hill. It is set within magnificent landscaped gardens and the property as a whole lies in the heart of the 1,000 acre Ashley Chase Estate.
The house is available as unfurnished as a long let and is made up of 9 bedrooms, a detached 2-bed staff cottage, second floor flat, tennis court and swimming pool.
£6,000 pcm through Jackson-Stops & Staff (01305 262123)
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