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Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday.

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Greygles, Melcombe Bingham: The front garden - a perfect spot to relax
Greygles, Melcombe Bingham: Sitting room with open fireplace
Greygles, Melcombe Bingham: Kitchen with aga
Greygles, Melcombe Bingham: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Greygles, Melcombe Bingham: Sitting room with french doors to the garden
Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
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Check out the area

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Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester
  • Popular LocationMonkey World Ape Rescue Center29 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Tank Museum30 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurdle Door38 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday.

Accommodation comprises four bedrooms. There is a sitting room with open fire, television and panoramic outside views.

The fully equipped kitchen has an Aga cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. The dining room table can seat up to eight guests.

This is Thomas Hardy country, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just off the Wessex Ridgeway walkers’ path, set in the hills and woods of central Dorset. The Jurassic Coast with its dramatic cliffs and coves, as well as ancient abbeys and castles, wonderful gardens, lovely old towns, and even a tank museum, are all within a half hour drive.

Greygles is an old Dorset word for the bluebells that abound in the local woods in Spring.

Additional Information:
Logs for open fire included.
Two travel cots, highchair and a stair gate available upon request - please bring your own cot linens.
There is off-road parking for 2–3 cars and a garage.
Up to two well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge).
A Z-bed is available, making it easy to sleep up to eight (prior arrangement necessary).
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.

Ground Floor:
Sitting/dining room
With open fire, 22” Freeview TV, DVD player, CD player, dining table for eight guests and French doors leading to a patio.
Kitchen
With electric Aga, electric hob and oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, walk-in larder with washing machine.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed, large built-in cupboard and chest of drawers.
Adjacent bathroom
With bath, wash basin and WC.
Shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.

First Floor:
Bedroom two
With king-size bed.
En suite bathroom
With roll top bath, shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom three
With two single beds.
Bedroom four
With a single bed.

Outside:
There is a south-facing patio and large lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue.
A Wendy House for young children - overlooked from the kitchen window.
A space for two cars and a garage.

Property manager

Dorset Hideaways
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Languages

English

Amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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

About the area

Dorchester

This holiday home is located in Dorchester. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Badger Watch Dorset. Travelling with kids? Consider Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Skirmish Dorset. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester

What's nearby

  • Hardy's Cottage - 22 min drive
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 29 min drive
  • The Tank Museum - 30 min drive
  • Lulworth Cove - 37 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 25 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blue Vinny - 18 min drive
  • The Thimble Inn - 20 min drive
  • Royal Oak Inn - 16 min drive
  • The Antelope Inn Pidney - 15 min drive
  • The Giant Inn - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surrounded by beautiful views, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. located?

Set in Dorchester, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Badger Watch Dorset and Sculpture by the Lakes. Shillingstone Railway Project and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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8/10 Good

An Easter break
The cottage was the perfect size for 7 of us plus dog and had everything we required. It's situated in a quiet village within walking distance of a great pub. The property backs on to open countryside which is great for walks from the property. There is lots to see and do in the area including the Tank museum, Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
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8/10 Good

Pauline B.

Dorset Holiday
This house was lovely, we enjoyed having breakfast outside in peace and quiet. Roads are a little narrow but have plenty of passing points. Views are beautiful and house comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Colin M., Naples Florida USA

Excellent
Excellent hideaway in the deepest Dorset countryside but convenient for local attractions. Would stay again
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10/10 Excellent

A countryside gem
Greygles suited us perfectly for a few days in Dorset - a ground floor bedroom and choice of bathrooms for Granddad. Quirky upstairs ensuite and beautiful view from the main bedroom. Nice little touches, like tea, coffee, milk, biscuits and wine - all looked to be locally sourced. Comfy lounge and lovely view from the patio. Perfect for our trip to Tankfest. The local pub (The Fox) had an extensive menu. We had a lovely stay!
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8/10 Good

Lovely Stay
All the family had a lovely stay at this cosy cottage situated in a wonderful village. The cottage backs onto fields and is a lovely place to unwind & relax. Super pub 10mins walk The Fox, farm shop & village store opposite the pub - all good !!

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