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Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.
A cottage with a gravel driveway, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A dining area with a wooden table set for breakfast, a kitchen in the background, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a television, and a dining area visible through a glass door.

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dorset National Landscape
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Chebbard, Dorchester
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester

Puddle Cottage is a cosy couples retreat located in the hamlet of Chebbard, and close to the quaint and picturesque villages of Cheselbourne, Melcombe Bingham, Ansty, Milton Abbas and Dewlish.

Throughout the cottage you will find luxury touches with wonderful styling, and high quality and tasteful furnishings. On the ground floor is an attractive open-plan sitting room with exposed beams and a wood burning stove, plus a separate dining area. The open-plan kitchen is light-filled with a high ceiling, and glazed door to the garden. French doors from the sitting room offer easy access to the patio area and front garden with views across the lawn and of the beautiful Dorset countryside, a perfect setting for alfresco dining.

On the first floor you will find a generous bedroom for two, with a king-size bed, luxurious Egyptian cotton bedding and plush Hungarian goose down duvets and pillows for a further touch of luxury. With a en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath and walk-in shower close by, this is the perfect space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring this special area.

Puddle Cottage is ideally placed for those who enjoy cycling or countryside walks, with numerous footpaths, and quaint villages nearby. There is plenty to explore within the area including Dorset's second highest hill of Bulbarrow, which offers exceptional views right across Dorset. The market towns of Dorchester, Blandford, Sherborne, Shaftesbury, Wareham and Wimborne are all within easy reach, with plenty of choice for pubs, restaurants and shopping. The glorious Jurassic Coast, including famous Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door is just a pleasant drive away, making the property perfectly situated for enjoying all of the delights of Dorset.

This idyllic cottage can be booked alongside its adjoining neighbour Piddle Cottage (subject to availability), thereby accommodating up to four guests.

Additional Information:
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Children and Infants welcome, travel cot and high chair available on request (please provide your own cot linen).
Off-road parking for one car at the rear of the property.
Electric Vehicle charging point available at the cottage.
Please note, Piddle and Puddle have a lockable, shared adjoining hallway where utility items can be found.
Nearby Piddle Cottage for two, and Creaky Cottage for eight guests can be booked for larger parties totalling up to 12 guests (subject to availability).

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12225848
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dorchester

Dorchester is home to this cottage. Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope and Ashley Wood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Skirmish Dorset. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Avenue Stadium or South West Survival. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching.
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Chebbard, Dorchester

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 35 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 36 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Durdle Door - 44 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Poole Harbour - 52 min drive - 37.7 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 24 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Stop & Food Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Martyrs Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak Hotel - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puddle Cottage - Chebbard, Dorchester located?

Situated in Dorchester, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dorset National Landscape, Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and Hardy's Cottage. Sculpture by the Lakes and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Dorset Hideaways

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What makes this property unique

Ground floor
Open-plan sitting/dining and kitchen area
Kitchen area
With an electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
Dining area
With dining table seating two guests, and french doors to the garden and patio area.
Sitting area
With a wood burning stove, a two seater sofa, an arm chair, and Smart television

First Floor
Bedroom
With a 5' king-size bed, bedside tables, chest of drawers and en-suite bathroom.
En-suite bathroom
With roll-top bath and hand-held shower attachment, walk-in shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside:
Patio area at the front of the cottage with garden furniture seating four guests and a barbecue.
Large enclosed lawn at the front of the property.
Paved rear terrace with steps up to the gravelled parking area.

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