Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!
Each cottage has their own private patio and garden. Set in the grounds of the gardens there is a large heated outdoor swimming pool (May – September) and children’s play area with garden games for all to enjoy. Home grown fruit and vegetables are available seasonally and Adele offers a small but delicious selection of home made cakes cooked fresh to order to make your stay with us even more enjoyable. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are present in all cottages.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Dorchester
Dorchester is home to this cottage. Cineworld Yeovil and Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Yeovil Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Badger Watch Dorset, or check out an event or a game at South West Survival.
Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Badger Watch Dorset - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Poole Harbour - 43 min drive - 51.4 km
Durdle Door - 48 min drive - 43.0 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 64 min drive - 63.6 km
Getting around
Sherborne Station - 20 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Thimble Inn - 10 min drive
The Rose and Crown Inn Sherborne - 14 min drive
The White Hart - 14 min drive
The New Inn - 8 min drive
Greyhound Inn - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! on 6 June 2026 start from AU$371, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! located?
This family-friendly Dorchester cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Cerne Abbas Giant. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Clay Pigeon Raceway are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We went here for a short family break in February - my wife and two kids (7 and 3).The cottages are perfect in every way, and have everything you might need for a comfortable stay. Adele and Nigel are great hosts and also kindly put out a load of kids toys, booster seat and stairgate ahead of our arrival.The cottage was very tastefully decorated and spotlessly clean. Being February the weather was not great (as expected), but the cottage was very cosy in the evenings with the log burner going.Having a good pub literally at the end of the back garden was also an extremely welcome benefit!We will certainly return if we're ever back in the area, and can highly recommend for families or couples alike.
Mark M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
About the host
Hosted by Adele Murray
My husband, Nigel, and I run Dominey’s Yard and love living in such a pretty part of Dorset. “Having spent 10 years owning a large holiday cottage business in Cornwall, we have a wealth of experience and knowledge in providing a perfect holiday setting for guests to relax, feel at home and make wonderful memories. We live in the grounds of Dominey’s Yard and are on hand, but not intrusive, for any advice on places to visit and things to do or just a chat. We are more than happy to arrange anything from our own Land rover pickup service for tired walkers to delicious home-made cakes and bakes to enjoy during your stay – our ethos is: “Just ask and if we can we will!” When we are not working in the gardens or cleaning the cottages, Nigel can be found on the golf course and I can be found baking cakes or out walking in the stunning countryside.
Why they chose this property
Dorset is such a beautiful county to explore. With pretty historic towns and villages to the stunning Jurassic coast line with fishing harbours, golden sands and amazing coastal walks. Our village is a quintessential English village dotted with pretty thatched cottages and country lanes. You will find Dominey's Yard down a quiet country lane and there is even a public footpath leading straight from our grounds meaning you can leave the car and explore the local countryside on foot.
What makes this property unique
We have the option of booking all 4 cottages for your stay, sleeping 18 guests in total. They are called Poacher's, Gamekeeper's, Woodcutter's and Gardener's Cottages. Perfect for friends and families to be together but have your own space too. When you stay with us you'll have full use of our large outdoor heated pool. It is open from 8am-8pm May to September. The pool is surrounded by beautiful gardens which you are also welcome to explore. Find a sunny spot to read a book or have a little snooze in the hammock. If you fancy a little light refreshment then pop through the secret garden gate into our village pub garden. What could be better!