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HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG.

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Exterior
Old Dairy.
Exterior
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 216 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Winfrith, ENG
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Tank Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Durdle Door
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG.

Old Dairy is set in the heart of the countryside in a hamlet, amongst six other cottages, with an abundance of wildlife, making an ideal holiday cottage for two. Light and airy, with an abundance of beams, Old Dairy is a lovely barn conversion, with an fully fitted kitchen, open plan lounge/dining area, large patio windows onto private garden, modern bathroom neighbouring double bedroom with kingsize bed, exposed beams, wardrobe. Kitchen, gas hob, electric oven, fridge, ice box, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. Tasimmo coffee machine. Open plan lounge with Freesat TV, Netflix, DVD, Alexa, iPod dock, Stereo, independent fibre wifi, dining table/chairs, bathroom, shower cubicle, WC, totally enclosed garden, large patio with private lawned area. Furniture, rotary clothes dryer, Gas central heating, parking for one car, Bed linen/towels provided. Extra charge of £20 per dog, 1-2 small-medium sized well behaved dogs welcome. PLEASE NOTE, dogs need to be added at time of booking for surcharge of £20 per dog.

Property manager

Lynne O'Reilly / Alec Edmonds
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our property is pet friendly for up to two well behaved, medium sized dogs, and there is a surcharge of £20 per dog.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Durdle Door and Durdle Door Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Skirmish Dorset are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Winfrith, ENG

What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • The Tank Museum - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Durdle Door - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Durdle Door Beach - 19 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Seven Stars - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Finleys Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from The Tank Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Durdle Door and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Purbeck Shooting School and Dorset and East Devon Coast are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfortable place
My friend and I enjoyed watching the birds in the garden - there were lots! The accomodation had everything we could possibly need. It was really clean and so comfortable; an absolute pleasure to stay in such a beautiful place. Having leaflets of all the local places was useful - we visited the Blue Pool, had a great walk and tea with fab cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, a lovely rest in a lovely place
Lovely barn conversion, well equipped, comfy, warm, great private garden for dogs, lovely grounds. We love it here. Excellent location, so close to many places... Weymouth, Dorchester, Wareham etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing
A very relaxing place to stay. Beautifully furnished with a generously equipped kitchen. Very nice to find a pint of milk in the fridge and a selection of snacks. A nice touch to have a selection of books to read and leaflets for places to visit. Loved watching the birds on the bird feeders and the lambs in the neighbouring field. Overall a lovely quiet place to relax. Would definitely want to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old dairy
Wonderful break, lovely accommodation, very quiet, ideal hub, Lynne was very helpful. We had a great stay and would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
What a great find. The Old Dairy was in a lovely peaceful area but close to lots of amazing places to visit.It was the most well thought out accommodation we’ve stayed in. We’d definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday in Dorset
Lovely two week stay-very comfortable with enclosed garden for the dog. Only thing missing was a tea pot! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrence C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loz and Monica 25th anniversary stay
It was a relaxing place to stay with views of the garden that was not overlooked and therefore had maximum privacy. However it was still close to a main road which gave easy access to nearby places of interest. The hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Diary so delightful!
Fantastic stay at the old diary, close to all the Jurassic coastal walks we were interested in! Highly recommended if you want to escape the city and explore the beautiful countryside
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, dog friendly accommodation
Perfect space to relax and enjoy dorset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vijay P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a little gem!!
Excellent property in a great location for exploring the area. Clean & well equipped. We appreciated the welcoming touches from our host Lynne. Would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for Jurassic Coast
Warm and cosy base from which to explore the Jurassic Coast - we walked everyday and could return to a cosy place with excellent kitchen facilities and inviting couches .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms
It was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little place
Perfect location. Super accommodation , so quiet !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Dunstable, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short stay
Great location to many of the popular tourest attractions. Had everything we nèeded, wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

KA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old Dairy
We’ve had a wonderful stay, nothing is too much trouble for the host and the cottage has everything you could wish for. Excellent position for getting to the beaches and Dorchester. Heartily recommend this lovely cottage stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Easy to find, central for many places and wonderful to find a place that loves dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem.
This is our second stay at this property. and can fully recommend it. It truly is a hidden gem.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home
This is our 3rd stay here we love it that much. Its so quiet and peaceful. Cosy accommodation with everything you need and in such a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation with everything needed
Thanks for welcoming us to your lovely barn. Every need catered for. Dogs loved it and it was peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September stay
Excellent property with lots to do around the area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

gemma c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and fantastic location for exploring the area.
The property was perfect for our break away, just as described. The check in and out process was so easy and hosts were available if needed but we had peace and quite in the property. Great inclosed garden for the dog - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay.
We really enjoyed our stay here! The barn was warm and cozy but I can also imagine in summer it would be light and airy. We had everything we needed for our stay and the location is great for exploring Dorset!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

vincent c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
holidays
Perfect place to stay en enjoy the country
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Staycation
Exceptional stay, check in was as smooth as it comes, the cottage was prepared and very clean and instructions on how to operate any items was clearly highlighted. As other reviews have described, the garden is lovely, peaceful and quiet. The farm / cottage is ideally located, just off a main road and is usually 10-30 minutes away from any local hot spots (depending on where you go obviously). Our first stay in Dorset and it didn’t disappoint! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Stoke-on-Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Clean, well appointed and in a great location. Very near to Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lynne O'Reilly / Alec Edmonds

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We are a local family, having lived just outside of Swanage for many years so have an excellent knowledge of the area and local facilities. We now live in a neighbouring cottage to Old Dairy, where we are enjoying the wonderful wildlife and countryside surrounding us.

Why they chose this property

Stepping inside Old Dairy, this property envelopes you with a wonderful feeling of privacy, but spacious both inside and out.
Although set in the heart of countryside, the location is ideal with the coast 3 miles away, set on the Jurassic coast, and a village just a mile away, with ample shops and a mainline
station, but near to all Dorsets attractions.

What makes this property unique

Old Dairy is approached by a tree lined drive, which is a wonderful habitat to pheasants, ducks, deer and many species of birds. There is a pretty garden adjacent to facilites for car parking, and a barn that used to be home for dairy cattle, but now home to owls and our pet ponies. The whole area is surrounded by fields, with a wonderful feeling of open space.

Languages:

English

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