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Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove

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Dining Room
Bedroom
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Winterborne Houghton
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove

Nestled in the scenic countryside, this charming thatched cottage offers a peaceful and cozy retreat for up to six guests. Full of character and timeless appeal, this traditional Manor Cottage in Winterborne Houghton invites you to unwind in a warm and welcoming home, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Inside, the cottage features a fully equipped kitchen and dining room, ideal for preparing home-cooked meals. After a delicious dinner, enjoy the comfortable lounge with an inglenook fireplace and log burner, where you can settle in front of the Smart TV, stay connected with Wi-Fi, or simply relax. For quiet evenings, retreat to the snug room, filled with books and a chess set, offering the perfect space for unwinding or a friendly competition.

The cottage has four charming bedrooms, including two single rooms and a lovely master double bedroom. The master suite comes with a large bathroom, complete with a standalone roll-top bath and his and hers sinks. The fourth bedroom, a cozy double, is located in the old hay-loft and accessed via an open-tread, traditional ladder-style stairway. Additionally, a convenient downstairs bathroom with a large shower is available for guests.

Located in the picturesque village of Winterborne Houghton, North Dorset, the cottage is surrounded by outstanding natural beauty and woodland. It’s just five miles from Blandford Forum, a Georgian market town full of local produce, crafts, and antiques. A short drive away, you can explore the stunning coastline, including Lulworth Cove, Poole Harbour, and the sandy beaches of Sandbanks.
Layout: Kitchen(electric kettle, toaster, oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, dishes and cutlery, Cooking basics), Living/diningroom(TV(smart TV), dining table, seating area), bedroom(double bed), bedroom(double bed), bedroom(single bed), bedroom(single bed), bathroom(shower, washbasin, toilet), bathroom(bath tub, washbasin, toilet), Internet access, Garden Furniture , fireplace, tumble dryer, washing machine, heating(central), terrace, garden, BBQ, parking, iron, hairdryer

These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.:
Deposit; £ 150; £ 150; £ 150
Pets; Not allowed
Accidental damage cover; description; description; description

Optional services that you can arrange on site:

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

Blandford Forum

Blandford Forum is home to this cottage. Shillingstone Railway Project and Sturminster Newton Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ashley Wood Golf Club and Melbury Vale Winery. Blandford Leisure Centre and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Winterborne Houghton

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Poole Harbour - 40 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 47 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Durdle Door - 49 min drive - 40.1 km
  • New Forest National Park - 51 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

  • Upwey Station - 30 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Reeve the Baker - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Nelson's Cheese and Ale House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Stour Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove on 19 May 2026 start from AU$796, 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.

What time is check-in at Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in Dorset near Lulworth Cove located?

Situated in Blandford Forum, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blandford Forum Town Museum and Blandford Leisure Centre. Shillingstone Railway Project and Ashley Wood Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We loved the cozy atmosphere of the cottage, It was a perfect place to unwind af ...

We loved the cozy atmosphere of the cottage, It was a perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beliggenheten er fantastisk, omringet av vakre skoger, Vi elsket å ta turer rund ...

Beliggenheten er fantastisk, omringet av vakre skoger, Vi elsket å ta turer rundt i landsbyen, Hytta i seg selv har mye karakter,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Die Lage ist friedlich und macht es zu einem perfekten Rückzugsort vom Stadtlebe ...

Die Lage ist friedlich und macht es zu einem perfekten Rückzugsort vom Stadtleben, Wir haben die Ruhe und Stille geliebt,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wat een heerlijke verblijf! De cottage was zo gezellig en had alles wat we nodig ...

Wat een heerlijke verblijf! De cottage was zo gezellig en had alles wat we nodig hadden, We hebben echt genoten van het koken in de volledig uitgeruste keuken en eetkamer, De inglenook open haard was een perfecte aanvulling voor koude avonden,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Vi tyckte att stugan var mycket välutrustad, Kylskåpet och ugnen gjorde det enke ...

Vi tyckte att stugan var mycket välutrustad, Kylskåpet och ugnen gjorde det enkelt att laga mat, och matsalen var tillräckligt rymlig för vår familj,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trädgården var en härlig plats att njuta av frukost i morgonsolen, Vi använde oc ...

Trädgården var en härlig plats att njuta av frukost i morgonsolen, Vi använde också grillen för lite utomhusmatlagning,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Le cottage était parfait pour notre escapade en famille, Nous avions beaucoup d' ...

Le cottage était parfait pour notre escapade en famille, Nous avions beaucoup d'espace, et les enfants adoraient l'ambiance chaleureuse de la chambre douillette, C'est définitivement un endroit pour se détendre,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tuvimos un gran tiempo en esta cabaña, La acogedora habitación con libros y ajed ...

Tuvimos un gran tiempo en esta cabaña, La acogedora habitación con libros y ajedrez fue una grata sorpresa, Realmente se sintió como un hogar lejos de casa,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Köket hade allt vi behövde för att laga mat, och vi njöt av många familjemåltide ...

Köket hade allt vi behövde för att laga mat, och vi njöt av många familjemåltider tillsammans i matsalen,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Karaktären av denna halmtakstuga är helt enkelt charmig, Vi kände oss som hemma ...

Karaktären av denna halmtakstuga är helt enkelt charmig, Vi kände oss som hemma så snart vi kom fram,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

I letti erano comodi e l'arredamento dava al posto una sensazione di calore, La ...

I letti erano comodi e l'arredamento dava al posto una sensazione di calore, La cucina era molto funzionale e abbiamo apprezzato avere una lavastoviglie e una lavatrice,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Urokliwa oaza na wsi, Główna łazienka z wanną wolnostojącą była dla mnie najwięk ...

Urokliwa oaza na wsi, Główna łazienka z wanną wolnostojącą była dla mnie największą atrakcją, Idealna do relaksu po dniu zwiedzania okolicy,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Smart TV'en var en dejlig funktion, især på regnvejrsdage, Vi nød at indhente vo ...

Smart TV'en var en dejlig funktion, især på regnvejrsdage, Vi nød at indhente vores yndlingsprogrammer,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Het terras was een prachtige aanvulling, perfect om van de frisse lucht te genie ...

Het terras was een prachtige aanvulling, perfect om van de frisse lucht te genieten, We hebben daar verschillende avonden doorgebracht,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

La estufa de leña en la sala añadió un ambiente muy agradable, Pasamos la mayorí ...

La estufa de leña en la sala añadió un ambiente muy agradable, Pasamos la mayoría de las noches frente al televisor inteligente, disfrutando de películas familiares juntos,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bruseren i badeværelset nedenunder var rummelig og meget praktisk, Det gjorde de ...

Bruseren i badeværelset nedenunder var rummelig og meget praktisk, Det gjorde det nemt at gøre sig klar om morgenen,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Det gamla höloftet sovrummet var en unik upplevelse, Det kändes som om vi bodde ...

Det gamla höloftet sovrummet var en unik upplevelse, Det kändes som om vi bodde i en sagobokstuga!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Det lokale området er vakkert, og vi likte å besøke Blandford Forum, Hytta var e ...

Det lokale området er vakkert, og vi likte å besøke Blandford Forum, Hytta var et flott utgangspunkt for våre eventyr,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

La machine à laver a été un véritable sauveur pendant notre séjour d'une semaine ...

La machine à laver a été un véritable sauveur pendant notre séjour d'une semaine, Cela a rendu le rangement tellement plus facile,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Vi hade en härlig vistelse i denna charmiga stuga, Den öppna spisen var höjdpunk ...

Vi hade en härlig vistelse i denna charmiga stuga, Den öppna spisen var höjdpunkten på våra kvällar,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hårtørreren på badeværelset var en gennemtænkt detalje, Små faciliteter som det ...

Hårtørreren på badeværelset var en gennemtænkt detalje, Små faciliteter som det gjorde vores ophold mere behageligt,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trädgården var vacker och välskött, Vi njöt av en härlig grillfest en kväll,

Trädgården var vacker och välskött, Vi njöt av en härlig grillfest en kväll,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hytten har en unik sjarm som gjorde oppholdet vårt spesielt, Den tradisjonelle s ...

Hytten har en unik sjarm som gjorde oppholdet vårt spesielt, Den tradisjonelle stigen til høyloftet soverommet var et eventyr for barna!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Les deux chambres simples étaient parfaites pour les enfants, et ils adoraient a ...

Les deux chambres simples étaient parfaites pour les enfants, et ils adoraient avoir leur propre espace, La suite principale était une touche luxueuse,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jag uppskattade bekvämligheten av att ha en vattenkokare och brödrost i köket, G ...

Jag uppskattade bekvämligheten av att ha en vattenkokare och brödrost i köket, Gjorde våra morgnar mycket enklare!

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