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Martie Cottage - cosy cottage, idyllic village

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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West Stafford
  • Place, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Max Gate
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

This cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Max Gate. The cottage includes a fireplace, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hardy Literary Locations - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Max Gate - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Martie Cottage - cosy cottage, idyllic village

Martie Cottage is a delightful thatched cottage, located in the peaceful Dorset village of West Stafford, just 2 miles out of Dorchester. The village is well known for its picturesque setting, with countryside walks in abundance. There is also a very highly recommended local pub just a few steps from the cottage front door!

Once inside, Martie Cottage is cosy and welcoming with an open plan cottage kitchen and dining room complete with AGA stove and large patio doors opening out to the sunny rear garden. There is a dining table for four people, SMEG fridge / freezer and ceramic sink along with everything else you'll need to enjoy cooking on holiday. Through to the living room, which benefits from many of the original features, including exposed ceiling beams, the original bread oven and a wood burning stove for the cooler months.

Accommodating five people, in three bedrooms all on the first floor, Martie Cottage is an ideal base for a family or for two couples. Overlooking the garden is the master bedroom, with stylish decor and King size bed. Also on this side of the cottage is the second bedroom, with built in wardrobe and double bed. Just across the hallway is the single bedroom, and family bathroom.

There is also a useful utility room on the ground floor, with washing machine and tumble dryer. The garden is lawned and enclosed; ideal for pets and children, with a seating area and easy gated access from the private parking space. Pets welcome!


Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed




Drive into West Stafford, until you reach Barton Close, turn left here past the 'Old reading room' on your left. Keep straight and drive past the brick bungalows taking it slowly down the gravel track. The parking for Martie Cottage is on your right hand side. 
The cottage is heated and features 1.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

3496460

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Dorchester, close to Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope, and Maiden Castle. You'll also find Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Hardy's Cottage within a short drive.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 24.8 mi away.

Martie Cottage - cosy cottage, idyllic village Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

Good location and lovely quiet village. Easy to pop into Dorchester. Cottage was full of character and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024