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The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset

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A building with a white facade, a large arched entrance door, and two potted plants on either side.
A spacious kitchen with green cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a view to the dining area.
A modern living room with a large grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A room with a wooden rack holding white robes, a wooden stool, and a bed with white bedding.
A rustic brick house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Wimborne Minster
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Wimborne, Dorset
  • Place, Wimborne Minster
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Wimborne Model Town
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Tivoli Theatre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1 En-suite with bedroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2\comma\ with bedroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite bathroom\comma\ with Bedroom 7

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset

The Gate House is a handsome country house located on the Dean’s Court Estate on the edge of Wimborne.

Ideal for family holidays and celebrations with friends. Play board games around the fire, relax in the roll top bath and dine in style in the theatrical dining room. Ideal for all age groups, the more recently added media room will keep teenagers entertained, whilst the hot tub is perfect for all to enjoy day and night.

Foodies will be delighted to receive a welcome basket of local, homemade treats on arrival. Expect to be greeted with freshly baked bread from our local bakery, locally sourced free-range eggs, home-baked treats, locally produced jam and of course milk in the fridge and a selection of Dorset teas and ground coffee.

Additional Information
A welcome basket of logs is provided.
A high chair and travel cot (no linen) can be provided upon request.
Up to three well behaved dogs welcomed (small additional charge).
Please note that guests are responsible for enforcing rules of safety regarding use of the hot tub (the relevant rules and advice can be found in the property Welcome Book).
*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.
A damage waiver is not included. Instead of taking an actual Damage Deposit, the owner will hold a 'card on file'. Instructions on how to do this in a safe and secure way will be sent to you a few days prior to arrival.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 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 # 8787666
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

Wimborne

Wimborne is home to this holiday home. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Wimborne Model Town, or check out an event or a game at Poole Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Wimborne, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Wimborne Minster - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Priest's House Museum and Garden - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wimborne Model Town - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Tivoli Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Poole Harbour - 20 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Parkstone Station - 25 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Willett Arms - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Olive Branch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Piazzo Lounge - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gate House - Wimborne, Dorset located?

This family-friendly Wimborne holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Wimborne Minster, Wimborne Model Town and Priest's House Museum and Garden. Tivoli Theatre and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in February

Very nice spacious house with lots of facilities. everyone particularly liked the hot pool even though the weather was very cold. Wimbourne is a lovely town and we enjoyed a very nice Sunday lunch in the Olive Branch Pub.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A family break

It was just brilliant. Absolutely loved it. Will be back again next year. Customer service was second to none. Did not want to go home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Took my children and grandchildren for a sort break to celebrate my 70th birthday, grandchildren’s ages 5, 8, 17, 19. The Gatehouse is perfectly place , 1 minute walk and you are in the centre of Wimborne, lots of independent shops as well as high end. Quaint pubs, bistros and pamper parlours. The Gatehouse itself just as described the gamesroom fantastic and everything you could think of catered for. We really enjoyed hot tub and were very impressed morning of departure to see it emptied and so scrupulously cleaned. We will def be returning as this is the ideal place to come for more family gatherings covering all the age ranges. Johnathan who looked after us always at the end of the phone, courteous, and helpful returning my husbands electric toothbrush by return, we have had many similar breaks but this was outstanding and we hope to return very soon 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Birthday Celebration Weekend

Big family get together to celebrate my husband’s birthday. All the children and partners and all the 5 grandchildren. Great venue and great service. Thoroughly recommend this property.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The Gatehouse, Dorset

If you like quirky and unusual then this house would suit you. The accommodation is a good size, we were a party of eleven adults across three generations and we were all comfortable. The welcome hamper, games room and hot tub made everyone very happy. The big disappointment was the hassle we received from the woman running the neighbouring café….. she verbally complained to us about the parking the whole holiday, even asking us when we were leaving and eventually putting a note on our vehicle informing us that it was a private car park. We were informed on booking that there was ample space for parking…… so if you feel you want a holiday with nothing but hassle about parking then go for it. Sadly it spoiled what otherwise was a pleasant holiday. We would recommend this property to others because of location but be warned.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful holiday

Nine family members stayed in this beautiful house in Wimborne. It was perfect for us - very well equipped and comfortable with a nice garden and a few minutes walk into the centre of the lovely little town. The New Forest is close by and various beaches not too far plus stately homes and gardens. All together a great house in a lovely area. Would thoroughly recommend it.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Location left a lot to be desired

Would like to have been told before I booked the property that it was situated slap bang next door to a cafe and the so called parking/drive way was in fact a car park
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Gate House

We had a great stay at The Gate House.there was 12 of us and the house was extremely spacious and everyone could spread out.lovely garden too.the games room and hot tub were an additional bonus.great hamper provided for us also.what was great also was that all the pubs restaurants and cafes were literally on our doorstep.we would definitely recommed this lovely property for a large gathering and we were so lucky with the weather.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Early summer break

The Gate House was a gem of a holiday let in the beautiful market town of Wimborne.We had a great stay with friends and wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Great house and great location just a 1/2 hour drive from the coast.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couldn’t have asked for more

We really loved our stay at The Gate House. It was the perfect choice for our family and met all of our expectations and more…. Lovely welcome hamper of goodies, well equipped kitchen, hot tub, beautiful garden, great location, plenty of parking, luxurious bathroom products etc etc! We couldn’t recommend this place higher. Lots of things to do in Wimborne, and surrounding areas for all ages and abilities! During our stay, we only encountered the odd minor issue which didn’t affect our overall experience. Namely, a rug without a slip mat below or where the edges had caught up, and a gap in the back fence which whilst was secured by chicken wire wasn’t quite enough to deter our adventurous pooch who took himself off to meet the neighbours before we realised. There was the odd head bumped too, but then we are a very tall family even when ducking below some of the lower hanging framework and there was warning signage about. There was also a little more taxidermy than we anticipated which the baby wasn’t sure whether to try to pet or cry about. But that all said, we still had a fab time and we’d definitely book to come back another time! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely Visit

This was our second visit to The Gate House and the property and facilities were greatly improved. The hot tub, robes, welcome pack, games room were excellent but it could have been cleaner in places.

About the host

Hosted by Dorset Hideaways

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What makes this property unique

Ground Floor:
Kitchen
With a traditional Aga, a conventional electric oven and gas hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Breakfast room
With dining table and chairs.
Dining room
With seating for sixteen guests.
Drawing room
With an open fire, Apple TV with Netflix account, guests receive a £20 credit for Apple movies.
Media and games room
Complete with 75-inch screen and state of the art sound system, Xbox One with complementary use of Microsoft Game Pass, giant bean bags and table football. For outdoor fun the media room opens onto the terrace where there is a bubbling 8-seater hot-tub and barbecue.
Twin bedroom
With two 3' beds and and en-suite shower room.
Separate WC.

First Floor:
Bedroom two
With a king-size bed.
Bedroom three
With a king size bed.
Bedroom four
With a king-size bed and an en-suite shower room.
Bathroom
With bath, separate shower and wash basin, alongside is a separate WC and wash basin.
Five steps lead to bedrooms five and six.
Bedroom five
With two single beds.
Bedroom six
With two single beds.

Spiral staircase between bedrooms three and four rising to the second floor.

Second Floor:
Bedroom seven
With king-size bed and two single beds, making this an ideal family room. This room occupies the top floor of the house and, as it’s located in the eaves of the building, has sloping ceilings and oozes character with exposed brick and stone walls and beams.
En-suite bathroom
With a roll top bath, heated towel rail, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
Large garden with outside seating area and hot tub. A charcoal barbecue is provided (guests to provide their own fuel).
Off street parking is available for up to four cars.

Languages:

English

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