Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land

Lodge in Dorchester

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Property grounds
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Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Stinsford, England
  • Place, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hardy's Cottage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

Within a short walk of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, this lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dorset Teddy Bear Museum. The guestroom includes a microwave, a Smart TV, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Durdle Door - 31 min drive - 14.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 10 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom Brown's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bakers Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land

The property is nestled in the hamlet of Stinsford, merely 1.5 miles of the county town. Immerse in the beauty of this location, as picturesque riverside walks hug the charming River Frome, offering an idyllic opportunity for avid walkers to relish the countryside on the doorstep. Amidst this enchanting setting, is Kingston Maurward, a Georgian Mansion. Today, it stands as an agricultural education centre, welcoming visitors to explore its grounds frequently accessible to the public. Echoing with literary acclaim, Stinsford itself boasts a unique mention in the esteemed literary historian, Nikolaus Pevsner's 'The Buildings of England' series, owing to Stinsford House and the timeless 13th-century Church of St Michael, which holds the final resting place of the renowned novelist Thomas Hardy's heart. Dorchester is a vibrant town with its traditional weekly market and a number of chain and independent stores, plus a wide range of services. There is also a lively music scene, two cinemas, an arts centre, and a range of markets, festivals, and clubs
For entertainment, guests can expect to find Smart TVs. Washing machines, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this lodge?

This lodge is located in Dorchester within a short 8-minute walk of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. You'll also find Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tutankhamun: The Exhibition within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land?

No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.

Is this lodge next to a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Are there hot tubs at Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does this lodge provide breakfast?

No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this lodge.

Does Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this lodge?

The closest major airport to this lodge is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 29.6 mi away (54 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land.

Hardy’s View, beautiful property set in a walled garden with 3 acres of land Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dimitrios

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is excellent for people who are seeking some quite and would like to stay in short driving distance from Weymouth/Dorchester and want to enjoy what the area has to offer. The garden surrounding the property is gorgeous and a friendly doggo might welcome you if you are lucky enough. Karen made sure to provide in time all the details required on how to find and access the property, along with the parking space. It was probably the most recently renovated/ well kept and clean property i have had the chance to stay in the last 3 years. I will definitely keep an eye on it for my future visits at jurrasic coast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely weekend break.

The place was well appointed and very comfortable. Lovely walks from the accommodation, interesting area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Thomas Hardy country

We had a relaxing time in Stinsford. The property was very comfortable. Everything we needed was provided. There were lots of lovely dog walks nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025