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Yalbury Cottage

3.5 star property

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Dinner served, French cuisine
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Lower Bockhampton, Dorchester, England, DT2 8PZ
  • Place, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hardy's Cottage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

Within a short walk of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, Yalbury Cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hardy's Cottage. This 8-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 18 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Durdle Door - 33 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 33 min drive - 27.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 6 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tom Brown's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Yalbury Cottage

Guests staying at Yalbury Cottage enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Electric kettles and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Property is also known as

Yalbury Cottage Hotel Dorchester
Yalbury Cottage Hotel
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Yalbury Cottage
Yalbury Cottage Dorchester, Dorset
Yalbury Cottage Inn Dorchester
Yalbury Cottage Inn
Yalbury Cottage Dorchester
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Yalbury Cottage Inn Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Yalbury Cottage?

Yalbury Cottage provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Yalbury Cottage?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yalbury Cottage on Mar 17, 2026 start from $112, 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.

What is there to do near Yalbury Cottage?

This inn is located in Dorchester within a short 10-minute walk of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. You'll also find Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Hardy's Cottage within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Yalbury Cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Yalbury Cottage include a casino?

No, Yalbury Cottage doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Yalbury Cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Yalbury Cottage?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a deep soaking bathtub and premium bedding as well as a restaurant.

Does Yalbury Cottage have a hot tub?

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

Does Yalbury Cottage have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Yalbury Cottage serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Yalbury Cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Yalbury Cottage for a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day.

Does Yalbury Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Yalbury Cottage?

The closest major airport to Yalbury Cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 29.1 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Yalbury Cottage?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Yalbury Cottage.

Yalbury Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay. Large room, exceptional staff, wonderful hospitality. Just a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The icing on the cake is the food. Absolutely divine. An unforgettable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful peaceful place with the most superb food imaginable courtesty of chef Jamie. Arianne is the perfect hostess. Have returned time and time again, year after year. Never disappoints. The perfect place in so may ways in delightful Hardy Country.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent find

What a great little hotel with fantastic staff.. I had two types of water in my room and ground coffee, organic tea bags. Lovely gluten free, dairy free welcome cake
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andres, Doral

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nicely put. We enjoyed our stay and the owners were lovely. Dinner was expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

METE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was completely amazing, everything was well arranged in an amazing place, immersed in nature. Also breakfast was amazimg, fully natural, delicious. This was really 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarahgin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. It was a great experience watching the sunrise and seeing the view of the sheep/lambs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ten out of ten all round!

My wife and I had a wonderful 2 night stay at Yalbury Cottage. Our only disappointment was that their restaurant was closed on Tuesday night but the Wise Man Inn in the next village proved an able substitute. The cottage is really in the heart of Dorset countryside and it was a real surprise to look out of our bedroom window and see Llamas grazing in the field. We did have dinner on Wednesday night and it did not disappoint starting with gorgeous canapés through to a fantastic dessert. Ten out of ten all round!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical

Absolutely phenomenal. Dreamy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional hotel just outside Dorchester

Mine was a solo stay for one Saturday night. It’s a lovely clean and comfortable room in a family run country hotel with friendly and generous hosts. I hadn’t booked a table in the restaurant and it was full to capacity but the chef made a delicious light meal for me which I ate in the lounge. Everything about my stay was exceptional.
Bedroom
Lounge
Delicious Light meal
Brioche toast with maple syrup
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay once again. One of these days I will make time for breakfast as the food looks amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious French Toast for breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short but sweet stop

Last minute booking for a race that I had planned. Arrived just before 10pm and left around 7am the next morning. The room was well presented and had everything you needed, good quality coffee, comfy pillows and some lovely welcome brownies. Would certainly go back when I visit Dorset again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place to stay

Fantastic place to stay - lovely staff, very clean and stunning food. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina

Traveled with partner
A very charming cottage. Very clean, lovely views from the window. Great service. An overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Lovely, quiet rural location. Welcoming host, and excellent rooms...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay the night - Very friendly, excellent dinner and great value. Very happy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will be back

Friendly hosts, delicious breakfast, clean room across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint cottage. Lovely breakfast. Pretty walks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

John M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two night stopover enroute to Cornwall.

The hotel owners were very pleasant and helpful. Some aspects of our room needed refreshing. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024