Newly refurbished thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy village

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Explore the area

West Knighton, England

Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope8 min drive
Durdle Door15 min drive
Weymouth Harbour18 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

First Master Bedroom - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Second Master Bedroom - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Twin Room - Upstairs - Ensuite

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom to Twin Room

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom - Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Garden

About this property

The cottage is a newly refurbished 4 bedroom cosy thatched cottage with a country but yet contemporary "feel". The cottage is situated in the sleepy Dorset village of West Knighton, with the added bonus of family owned local pub within a one minute walk.

This cottage recently refurbished to a high standard with a secluded garden & parking out front. It sleeps 8 plus a travel cot. It has 4 bedrooms in total compromising of 2 king size bedrooms, 1 bedroom which has 2 singles beds, plus a king size bedroom downstairs. The twin bedroom has an en-suite, there is also a master bathroom with a shower and bath. On the ground floor there is also a bathroom with a shower. The cottage also has a newly equipped kitchen, separate washing machine, low ceilings and comfy lounge. TV/DVD.

Welcome cooked family meals are available to pre-order, these are freshly prepared by the pub chefs so why not have a Cottage Pie or Thai Vegetable Curry or Lasagne or Fish Pie waiting for you when you arrive to just heat up, with a chilled glass of wine or two already waiting in the fridge. You could order a meal for every night so no hassle finding the local shop or cooking!!

Meals are made in a traditional family oven dish, and serve 6 standard portions, they will be left in the fridge for your arrival and cost £25 each, wine can be pre-ordered to, with Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot white wine, Merlot and Malbec in red, these are £15 a bottle, and must be pre-ordered by email.

West Knighton is a great base for many countryside walks, and a short drive to the Jurassic Coast and if needed many many family attractions.

West Knighton is a village and civil parish in south Dorset, England, situated 3 miles (4.8 km) southeast of the county town Dorchester. It has an 11th-century church and a village pub. In the 2011 census the civil parish had a population of 375.

TV, DVD, sheets, duvets & towels provided.

Property manager

Stacey Newton

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

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

No stair gates in the property.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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 cottage is located in Dorchester. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Fantasy Island Fun Park are also worth visiting.

West Knighton, England

What's nearby

Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 8 min drive
Durdle Door - 15 min drive
Weymouth Beach - 15 min drive
The Tank Museum - 16 min drive
Weymouth Harbour - 18 min drive

Getting around

Dorchester Moreton Station - 9 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

Brewhouse & Kitchen - 8 min drive
Trumpet Major - 6 min drive
Coffee 1 - 7 min drive
Vivo Lounge - 8 min drive
Frampton Arms - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly refurbished thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Newly refurbished thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly refurbished thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly refurbished thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy village located?

Situated in Dorchester, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Max Gate. Hardy Literary Locations is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dilys N.

2 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous new year

Excellent property which was spotless, warm and cosy. A brill time was had by all 8 adults. We went to the black dog in Broadmayne New Year’s Eve. Everything we could wish for. Didn’t want to come home but all good things come to an end. Would recommend and definitely visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mete A.

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, pretty and comfortable break

We strongly recommend the property to families as it was everything we hoped for. Nearby pubs for food and drinks as well as great proximity for the coastal walks. One downside is the weak internet connection hence the patchy access to favourite family shows on the streaming services on the main TV.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

LOUISE M.

28 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great comfortable stay.

We had a comfortable stay at Steps Cottage. It was the perfect house for our family and thank you very much indeed for providing the baby high chairs, the travel cots - all set up for us ready to use and some biscuits and many bits and pieces provided which made our stay easier. The house was great with ample crockery, cutlery, pots, pans and everything we needed for a smooth holiday We would give you 5+ stars for all that. The Christmas decorations, trees, lights and tinsel, toys for the children were all great and it felt very Christmassy. We loved our stay and by some miracle!! managed to vacate the property by 10.30 am as agreed with all the children. The house was warm and cosy, the internet is not great but we were carrying a 'firestick' which made that side of things easier for the children. The beds were comfy and all the towels fluffy. The beds were comfy. It was a lovely quiet place to stay and we would stay there again. Stacey answered all our questions and responded by providing everything we needed including travel cots for the babies and high chairs. Thanks we enjoyed our stay very much and would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We booked for a week, to stay at this lovely cottage. In a quite village, owner was helpful. We ordered two meals , from the local pub The New Inn. Which they also own, each meal serves 6 and only costs £20. Very filling and lovely meals . We would stay again , has a bus stop if needed . But only a short drive to get places, such as. The Durdle Door, Weymouth, monkey world and Slip N Slide

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Four go mad in Dorset (hardly!)

We were two middle aged couples looking for a comfortable cottage as a base for some walking in Dorset, and Steps Cottage fitted the bill perfectly. Plenty of space and well equipped, although some deckchairs in the garden so that we could have enjoyed the weather after returning from our walks would have been welcome. Stacey was a great host, as were the staff at the very nearby New Inn - highly recommended for great ale and some good cooking. Already planning a return visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023