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Yalbury Cottage

3.5 star property
Inn in Dorchester with free parking

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Enjoy a romantic dinner for two in this charming outdoor dining area, complete with a beautifully set table and fresh strawberries.
Enjoy a warm and inviting dining experience in this beautifully set room with a rustic fireplace and elegant touches.
Stroll through a serene garden with neatly trimmed hedges and shrubs, surrounded by a low wall and gravel ground.
Traditional cottage with a brick exterior, multiple windows, and a chimney.
Cozy living room with a traditional fireplace and comfortable seating area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Lower Bockhampton, Dorchester, England, DT2 8PZ
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hardy's Cottage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Double Room

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

Twin Room

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 11 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Durdle Door - 33 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakers Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goldies - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Yalbury Cottage

Inn in Dorchester with free parking
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.

Languages

English, French, German

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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

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 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 smoke detector and window guards.

Property is also known as

Yalbury Cottage Hotel Dorchester
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Yalbury Cottage Dorchester, Dorset
Yalbury Cottage Inn Dorchester
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Yalbury Cottage Dorchester
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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 Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yalbury Cottage on Jul 24, 2025 start from $128.67, excluding 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 there parking available at Yalbury Cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Electric car charging 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.

Is Yalbury Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and a pillowtop mattress as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Yalbury Cottage?

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?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Yalbury Cottage?

No, at Yalbury Cottage, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Yalbury Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here care about you and treat you like family (I got a flat tire in their parking lot at night and they helped me call my rental car agency and helped me through the process all the way). The building and rooms are lovely and comfortable with many little touches that make it feel like home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Northville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with warm staff and fabulous food!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Yalbury Cottage is fantastic… the setting, the people, the food (both dinner and breakfast). Can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Perfect Hotel

A brilliant find. Beautiful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Really nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at Yalbury.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel and restaurant

Cannot fault any aspect of our stay. Really nice hotel, restaurant is excellent and well worth a visit. The service there was perfect, the small team there could not do enough to help.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022