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Yalbury Cottage

3.5 star property

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A traditional thatched-roof cottage with brick walls, multiple windows, and potted plants.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 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
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a tray with tea set and cookies.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

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

Family Room

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

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 - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 24 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Durdle Door - 39 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 52 min drive - 27.9 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
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Stop & Food Bar - ‬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. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, phones, and desks.
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
  • Phone

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
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Yalbury Cottage Dorchester, Dorset
Yalbury Cottage Inn 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 Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yalbury Cottage on Aug 12, 2026 start from $126, 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 Hardy's Cottage and Tutankhamun: The Exhibition 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 Egyptian cotton sheets 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. 74 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent place to stay on the edge of Dorchester Very reasonable price for high quality accommodation in a tranquil location Would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place to stay, veey welcoming and cozy.. breakfast was excellent and would come again and definitely recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

CRAIG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stopover and very good value for money. Staff excellent and very accomodating. Breakfast was excellent and the homemade jams superb! Will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous cottage, beautiful room overlooking fields. Wonderful stg, Arianna was very welcoming and accommodating. Would defo recommended and will defo stay again when bavk in the uk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
East to find and plenty of parking. Host was excellent and friendly. Rooms were well equipped with nice touches such as bottled water, filter coffee and home made brownie. Loads of space and comfy bed. Breakfast options were superb and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Safdar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent cottage hotel with lovely comfortable good size room with views of the countryside for a recent stay for work and has ample parking. There’s a lovely breakfast menu but I wasn’t able to try it as had to get to work in the morning. I’ll definitely recommend this hotel which is just 7 minutes drive from Dorchester town. Owner was lovely and makes you feel at home. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A thoroughly enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

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

10/10 Excellent

Doug

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

good place

friendly service, good rooms, excellent food. Ideal stop over on long trip
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarahgin

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Andres

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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