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Front door opening directly onto the open plan living area | Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas
Lovely open hearth and woodburner | Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas
Kitchen and modest dining area | Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas
Cosy woodburner in the living area | Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Cerne Abbas
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cerne Abbas Giant
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas

A pet friendly property ideal for couples and is part of the historic buildings of Cerne Abbey, formed as a Benedictine House in 987 AD.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Freezer

First Floor:

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Corner Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Oil central heating and electricity (£25 per week/£12 per short break, Oct-May), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner at a cost. Garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Large lanadscape grounds (shared with other properties, with some sections open to public). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Washing service available on request (for overseas and long stay guests). Sorry no children.. This unique and enchanting property is part of the historic buildings of Cerne Abbey, formed as Benedictine House in 987 AD, overlooking the Abbey courtyard with large gardens nearby. The Abbey itself is privately owned, and guests can enjoy the grounds and wander freely. The property is in the pretty village of Cerne Abbas, famed for its dominating chalk carving of the Cerne Giant - thought to be carved in the hillside some 1500 years ago. Tucked away within the beauty of the Dorset Hills, miles of lovely walks can be enjoyed, including the village trail. Puddletown, Tolpuddle and Thomas Hardy’s picturesque Piddle Valley are within easy reach. Travelling further afield are miles of sandy beaches and some of Dorset’s Jurassic coastline. Shop and three pubs serving excellent food, 100 yards.

Free WiFi



There are large gaps between banister spindles.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

No children or babies allowed.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area. Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Dinosaur Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Badger Watch Dorset and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre and Mapperton Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Cerne Abbas

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Poole Harbour - 41 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Durdle Door - 45 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 63 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saxon Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fox & Hounds Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas on 24 July 2026 start from AU$190, 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.

How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Cerne Abbas located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cerne Abbas Giant and within 6 miles (10 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Clay Pigeon Raceway. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Borough Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

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Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John Newell

Fantastic village to visit.

Fantastic village to visit. The accommodation was just right. Nice quirky cottage with everything that you need for a comfortable stay. The local people were pleasant and welcoming. There are plenty of walks in the immediate vicinity of the cottage. The silence really is golden. Will be returning
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael Mills

Fabulous place and really beautiful location.

Fabulous place and really beautiful location. Property was comfortable but clearly in need of some TLC although in fairness you have to remind yourself of the age of the property. Owners were really lovely and very helpful and are clearly working towards a bigger vision for the site.. would visit again in a flash😊
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David Rowland

We had a lovely week, hosts are friendly and helpful, local pub welcoming and plenty of places to wa

We had a lovely week, hosts are friendly and helpful, local pub welcoming and plenty of places to walk the dog.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Bancroft

Lovely cosy cottage set in beautiful countryside.

Lovely cosy cottage set in beautiful countryside.Ideal place to take your dog. Monty had the best walks ever.Local amenities good, and all within a couple of minutes walk. Would highly recommend for a get away from it all weekend.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Julian Barnett

Cottage old fashioned charm, set within stunning historic abbey.

Cottage old fashioned charm, set within stunning historic abbey. Beautiful well served village. Best pub The Giant with great food at keen prices. Great location for exploring. Will return.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry O.

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

Cerne Abbey Cottage Review

Compact downstairs, more spacious upstairs. Very convenient for visiting local places of interest, and within walking distance of three pubs/restaurants and an excellent village shop. Parking very convenient outside the cottage. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sara Smith

A fabulously homely cottage with everything we needed for our little escape with Mulder the cockapoo

A fabulously homely cottage with everything we needed for our little escape with Mulder the cockapoo.The setting is just perfect and the owner made us feel so welcome. We even got our own private tour of the gatehouse.The corner bath is enormous! Perfect for a long soak after a muddy walk around the Cerne Abbas Giant. The cottage was beautifully warm and having access to the garden was perfect for our morning cup of coffee as Mulder had a run around.The village shop was amazing. There are 3 pubs in the village. We had a fabulous meal at The Giant Inn and the church runs a coffee and cake drop in on a Wednesday morning. We caught the bus to Dorchester. A 30 minute ride away.Highly recommended. We will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Wow

A comfortable period cottage set in grounds to die for. Charming village.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Lovely old cottage just what we wanted and very peaceful,very nice owners in all a great holiday.

Lovely old cottage just what we wanted and very peaceful,very nice owners in all a great holiday. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John

We just love the village.

We just love the village. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

The locality of this cottage is unique and most beautiful.

The locality of this cottage is unique and most beautiful. The owners, who live on site, are helpful and very friendly. The cottage overall was comfortable and suited our holiday requirements perfectly. The one big reservation was the bathroom which needs serious updating, including the shower which was inadequate and, in fact, useless. The owners are fully aware of this problem and expressed their intention of renewing the bathroom completely. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JasoN

My wife and I had a wonderful time at Cerne Abbey Cottage.

My wife and I had a wonderful time at Cerne Abbey Cottage. It is so cozy and the welcome was amazing. Beatiful surroundings and it oozes historical character. We went at a time when the apples, pears and figs were falling from the trees and they did not go to waste. A stunning location with plenty of walks and a great place to explore the many aspects of Dorset. Batteries fully recharged. Thank you Cerne Abbey! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Cerne Abbey Cottage provided the most beautiful and peaceful setting for a week of rest and retreat.

Cerne Abbey Cottage provided the most beautiful and peaceful setting for a week of rest and retreat. If you needed WiFi it would be good to be prepared for the fact that it is very unreliable. There were a few kitchen utensils which we would have been glad to have but our hostess was very willing to lend anything that wasn’t already provided. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mike

A lovely cottage in wonderful location with very friendly and helpful hosts.

A lovely cottage in wonderful location with very friendly and helpful hosts. Interior of the cottage a bit quirky but comfortable. Sadly the shower is not very powerful. I would definately book again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alan

We enjoyed a few days of R&R here at the start of December.

We enjoyed a few days of R&R here at the start of December. Although the cottage was a little cool at times we managed. Our only complaint was with the WiFi. We ha d strong signal but could only get connected to the internet sometimes in the morning. The 4G signal was good though.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Neil

A very cosy cottage in a beautiful location.

A very cosy cottage in a beautiful location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lesley

Great location in beautiful grounds of Abbey.

Great location in beautiful grounds of Abbey.Also within walking distance of two excellent pubs.Could do with abit of updating perhaps a new sofa and towels.But we had a lovely time in this quaint cottage.Thank you.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terry

Charming hosts which made up for lack of kitchen accessibility.

Charming hosts which made up for lack of kitchen accessibility. Local pub and shop very good.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sean

L

Lovely cottage in beautiful location that exceeded our expectations
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Lovely character cottage adjoining manor house and abbey ruins.

Lovely character cottage adjoining manor house and abbey ruins. Charming hosts and good amenities in the village. Ideal for walking and touring Dorset.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Loved the peace and quite of the grounds.

Loved the peace and quite of the grounds. The village was so friendly and helpful. Hope to go back sometime, host's very nice too. Trish and Mike
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic cottage in the charming village of Cerne Abbas, located on the grounds of a former abbey.

Fantastic cottage in the charming village of Cerne Abbas, located on the grounds of a former abbey. Very friendly owners and quiet surroundings. Great for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast, ideal for walking and a romantic getaway. Only small downside (for me): low water pressure in the shower.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Graham

A pleasant, quiet retreat.

A pleasant, quiet retreat.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

To

We really enjoyed our stay and the overall rating is only 8 because of the weak internet access and

We really enjoyed our stay and the overall rating is only 8 because of the weak internet access and older equipment . The location , owners etc were first class and we enjoyed the quiet location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

This is our second visit and won’t be the last.

This is our second visit and won’t be the last. A beautiful peaceful haven ,wonderful walks and views. The village has all the amenities you could wish for and everyone is so friendly We feel that we have been away for a month it was so relaxing Barbara and Michael are superb hosts nothing is too much trouble for them

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