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River cottage sits in a pretty rural setting with its own enclosed garden

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dorchester, Dorset
  • Athelhampton House and Gardens
    2 min walk
  • Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum
    3 min drive
  • Sculpture by the Lakes
    7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Dorchester

In Dorchester .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Dorchester cottage, you'll find Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and Sculpture by the Lakes. Also, Hardy's Cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Athelhampton House and Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • The Tank Museum - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 20 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Durdle Door - 20 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 17 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thimble Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

River cottage sits in a pretty rural setting with its own enclosed garden

River Cottage stands within the beautiful grounds of Athelhampton House and is accessed via the estate car park and a bridge over the River Piddle. The cottage sits in a pretty, rural setting with its own enclosed garden, and provides generous accommodation with three spacious bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. There is a comfortable sitting room with french doors to the terrace with its garden furniture and views of the surrounding countryside, and there is a dual aspect kitchen with dining area. The cottage is perfect for a relaxing family break in a very special property.

Guests staying at River Cottage have the privilege of being able to view the house and gardens during their stay, and the cottage is well located for trips to the Jurassic Coast including iconic Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Just a few minutes by car is the village of Puddletown with a well-stocked shop and pub. The historic county town of Dorchester is just a short drive away and there are many quaint and pretty villages nearby, providing many opportunities for exploring this wonderful part of Dorset.

Additional Information:
Travel cot available on request (please bring your own cot linen).
Up to two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
The heating and water are heated by ground source, all powered by solar.
Please note that Internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.

Property manager

Dorset Hideaways

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 11 sq ft (1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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9.4

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another world
We were enchanted by River Cottage - the cottage itself and its surroundings. Downstairs there was the dining kitchen, lounge, hall and ground floor bedroom with ensuite. Patio doors from the lounge led to the garden with table & chairs. Leading up from the kitchen was one double bedroom & ensuite; and leading up from the hall was another bedroom where we had twin beds & ensuite. True, the kitchen and lounge were a bit on the small side for our family group, and there was only one small cupboard for dry food goods, but we managed. The cottage is situated in the grounds of Athelhampton House, to which we had free entry. Amazing. Much more to see than a National Trust house. My son was also able to charge his electric car at the back of the house. Owen, the Estate Manager, was very helpful and we just loved it there. It was so calming and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023