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10/10 Excellent
Darren P.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed getaway
Darren P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Dorchester, Dorset
- Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural BeautyPlace, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty1 min walk
- Badger Watch DorsetPlace, Badger Watch Dorset19 min walk
- Durdle DoorPlace, Durdle Door48 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!
Each cottage has their own private patio and garden. Set in the grounds of the gardens there is a large outdoor heated 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. Please note: This cottage retains its original ‘Dorset winder’ staircase to the upstairs bedrooms and bathroom. This staircase is steeper and narrower than a modern staircase, so care must be taken and the cottage may not be suitable for some guests with more limited mobility.
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are present in all cottages.
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are present in all cottages.
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Pool
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Washing machine
Dryer
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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
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 looking for area attractions can visit Badger Watch Dorset and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at South West Survival. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Dorchester, Dorset
What's nearby
- 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 Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool! on 18 May 2026 start from AU$328, 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 Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous cottage with heated swimming pool! 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).
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Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2024
Thank you Darren for taking the time to leave a lovely review we really appreciate it.
We enjoyed meeting you and your family and hope to see you again in the future.
Adele and Nige
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10/10 Excellent
Tascha C.
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absoulte gem!
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Woodcutters Cottage! It looked lovely prior to going however, it's a real gem when you are there. The cottage is finished to a high standard, is well equipped, and then you have this magical garden trail, games, and play area. The local pub at the bottom of the garden has a lot for families, mini golf courses, goats that you can feed , ping ping, play bus, and more.
We will definitely be returning! Thank you for a lovely time! x
Tascha C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
Thank you so much Tascha for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We enjoyed meeting you, Phil and the children and we hope we may see you again next year!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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