3 Bed in Dorchester (oc-92415)

Escape to the country with a stay in this idyllic location, accessed via a private drive through a working farm and surrounded by open farmland. Immerse yourself in the serenity of the surrounding fields, Macmillan Way and cycle paths or embark on a short car journey to explore the area. A great base for touring the region and just 2 miles away lies the village of Maiden Newton, boasting a good range of local amenities. For a captivating coastal experience, head to the ever-popular Jurassic Coast (7 miles). Prepare to be spoiled for choice with a myriad of attractions within easy reach, including Dorchester, Abbotsbury with its Swannery and gardens, Forde Abbey, Lyme Regis and Durdle Door. Plus Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World, Fleet Air Arm Museum are all within easy reach. A visit to Weymouth and Portland is a must, where you can explore the rich maritime history, browse the shops or spend time on the award winning Blue Flag beach.

Part of a complex of 4 adjoining properties, this 18th century flint and stone barn conversion sits at the end of a long drive, unmade in places and surrounded by rolling countryside. The entrance door opens into a welcoming hallway with a separate WC and the kitchen on your right, which has a large window that floods the room with natural light. Next is an inviting open plan lounge/diner with comfortable seating arranged around the wood burner and Smart TV so you can enjoy a cosy night in. The dining table is just opposite and perfect for leisurely meals or board games. Heading upstairs, you'll find the three bedrooms and the bathroom, which complete this comfortable accommodation.

French doors lead from the lounge to a private patio with furniture and a charcoal BBQ, ideal for al fresco meals. There is an open lawn, screened in part with hedging, which is the perfect place to sit back and relax whilst you listen to birdsong. A shared games room sits at the end of the row of properties, furnished with a 3 in one table (pool/table tennis and air hockey) plus a dart board. Off-road parking spaces for 2 cars and EV charger available (additional costs apply).

House Rules

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king (can be made into twin beds on request, at time of booking), 1 double and 1 single (with electric blackout blinds)

- 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC; 1 separate WC

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher

- Shared laundry room with 2 washing machines & tumble drier

- Highchair & travel cot available (linen not supplied)

- Wood burner (1st basket of logs included)

- Smart TV in the lounge

- Patio with furniture, charcoal BBQ and open lawn

- Shared games room with 3 in 1 table (pool/table tennis and air hockey) plus a dart board

- Selection of board games and books available in the games room

- Secure storage for bicycles available on request

- 2 off-road parking spaces located in front of the cottage

- Dedicated EV charger (7.6kw), untethered, via app or using RFID fob (supplied)

- EV Charges - midnight until 6am - 19 pence per kWh / 6am until midnight - 40 pence per kWh

- Private water supply

- Beach 7 miles, shop and pub 2 miles

- CCTV covering games room, drive and parking area and green space which is obscured from recording in holiday season.


Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king (can be made into twin beds on request, at time of booking), 1 double and 1 single (with electric blackout blinds)

- 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC; 1 separate WC

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher

- Shared laundry room with 2 washing machines & tumble drier

- Highchair & travel cot available (linen not supplied)

- Wood burner (1st basket of logs included)

- Smart TV in the lounge

- Patio with furniture, charcoal BBQ and open lawn

- Shared games room with 3 in 1 table (pool/table tennis and air hockey) plus a dart board

- Selection of board games and books available in the games room

- Secure storage for bicycles available on request

- 2 off-road parking spaces located in front of the cottage

- Dedicated EV charger (7.6kw), untethered, via app or using RFID fob (supplied)

- EV Charges - midnight until 6am - 19 pence per kWh / 6am until midnight - 40 pence per kWh

- Private water supply

- Beach 7 miles, shop and pub 2 miles

- CCTV covering games room, drive and parking area and green space which is obscured from recording in holiday season.



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.