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Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a sofa, and a staircase leading to another room.
A well-maintained garden with a pathway leading to a white building with blue shutters.
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
A staircase leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.
An aerial view of a residential property with a swimming pool, a patio area with lounge chairs, and a garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Buckland Newton, England
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Badger Watch Dorset
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

Located within a leisurely stroll of Badger Watch Dorset, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of Cerne Abbas Giant. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Badger Watch Dorset - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Weymouth Beach - 39 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 49 min drive - 26.7 miles
  • Durdle Door - 57 min drive - 25.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sherborne Station - 20 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rose and Crown Inn Sherborne - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Giant Inn - ‬8 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.

Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!

Gamekeeper's Cottage is part of a collection of 4 tastefully renovated holiday cottages which can be found in the pretty village of Buckland Newton.
The cottage over looks the stunning gardens and included in the stay is use of the shared heated outdoor pool (May to September).

The cottage has a good size lounge and dining room with comfy seating set around a log burner. The kitchen has been thoughtfully equipped with all the amenities you would expect including a full-size fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and Nespresso Coffee Machine.
Upstairs all beds are made up with high quality white linen, non-feather pillows and duvets and super comfy mattresses for those lazy mornings in bed. The large rainfall walk-in shower is an added luxury and fluffy white bath and hand towels are provided. We do advise guests to bring an extra towel to use for the swimming pool.
Please be aware that there is a step down from the sitting/dining-room into the kitchen and from the kitchen to the outside patio. The staircase is quite steep and narrow. As you would expect in a property of this age, there are some low beams and lintels which all add to the character of this gorgeous cottage.
From the kitchen door at the back of the cottage is your own private patio with table and chairs and bbq (bbq coal can be provided at a charge) overlooking and leading onto the gorgeous communal gardens.
Guests are encouraged to explore the beautiful and well stocked country garden; you’ll be sure to find a sunny spot or shady corner to relax with a book.
We can provide baby/toddler items; such as travel cot, highchair, booster seat, step, bedguard, etc. Just contact us to let us know should you require anything.
You can rent the cottages individually or take over more than one for a larger group booking. Dominey’s Yard can sleep a total of 18 guests, accommodated in 3 x 2-bedroom cottages and 1 x 3-bedroom cottage. See our other cottages; Poacher’s Cottage, Woodcutter’s Cottage and Gardener’s Cottage for more information.
Gamekeeper’s Cottage is the situated in the middle of the terrace of cottages.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 doesn't allow pets

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
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

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 and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

572033

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Dorchester within a short 15-minute walk of Badger Watch Dorset. Cerne Abbas Giant is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

Is parking available on site at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with 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.

Is Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! have a hot tub?

No, but this cottage does have a heated pool.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden!?

Yes, every cottage at Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! comes with a patio.

Cosy cottage in a pretty village with a pub at the end of the garden! Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We went here for a short family break in February - my wife and two kids (7 and 3).The cottages are perfect in every way, and have everything you might need for a comfortable stay. Adele and Nigel are great hosts and also kindly put out a load of kids toys, booster seat and stairgate ahead of our arrival.The cottage was very tastefully decorated and spotlessly clean. Being February the weather was not great (as expected), but the cottage was very cosy in the evenings with the log burner going.Having a good pub literally at the end of the back garden was also an extremely welcome benefit!We will certainly return if we're ever back in the area, and can highly recommend for families or couples alike.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026