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The Old School Cottage

Property class: 3.5

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A brick building with a gravel path leading to a bench and a small garden area.
Interior
A room with a sloped ceiling, a skylight, a chair, a table, and a lamp.
A traditional brick house with a steeply pitched roof, a small front garden, and a wooden bench.
A brick house with a conservatory, a round wooden table, and chairs in the garden.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dorchester, England
  • Place, Sculpture by the Lakes
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

Located within a leisurely stroll of Sculpture by the Lakes, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen, a furnished balcony, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Sculpture by the Lakes - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Durdle Door - 28 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 32 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 41 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 54 min drive - 27.5 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Stop & Food Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬10 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.

The Old School Cottage

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and a furnished balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washing machine. Housekeeping is not available.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided
  • Virtual front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Old School Cottage Dorchester

Old School Dorchester

The Old School Cottage Cottage

The Old School Cottage Dorchester

The Old School Cottage Cottage Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Dorchester within a short 14-minute walk of Sculpture by the Lakes. You'll also find The Tank Museum and Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Old School Cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage. You'll find a max of 1 space.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about The Old School Cottage?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does The Old School Cottage have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does The Old School Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms 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 26.1 mi away (51 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Old School Cottage?

Yes, every cottage at The Old School Cottage comes with a furnished patio.

The Old School Cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Lovely host and perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Couldn't control heating yourself which meant it was always cold in the cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023