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2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fishing
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lower Bockhampton
  • 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

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton

Perfect for walkers and book lovers, this enchanting thatched cottage nestles within the charming hamlet of Lower Bockhampton.. Ground Floor:

Living room: 32" Freeview TV, CD Player

Dining room.

Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Rear garden with patio, summerhouse and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Enjoy a real taste of rural Dorset in this Grade II listed, 18th-century thatched cottage. Settle in and feel at home; the cottage is full of historic character and original features, and is comfortably furnished, with plenty of books to enjoy in the cosy living room. The kitchen/breakfast room looks over the peaceful cottage garden, a perfect spot to sit and relax while looking out for finches, woodpeckers and other feathered visitors. There is also a lovely summerhouse for you enjoy if the weather turns chilly.

The cottage lies in the hamlet of Lower Bockhampton, which was the setting for Thomas Hardy’s novel ’Under the Greenwood Tree.’ The River Frome meanders through the village, and you can walk or cycle along the river path to the county town of Dorchester with its many museums, shops and attractions. Another walk from the front door takes you through the woods to Thomas Hardy’s cottage at Higher Bockhampton. The lake and gardens of Kingston Maurward are on the doorstep, and golf and fishing are available nearby.

There is so much to do in this beautiful part of Dorset. Have a day out on the spectacular Jurassic Coast, enjoying magnificent clifftop views from the South Coast path and take in Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, or evocative Tyneham village. For family fun, hop on the Swanage Steam Line and visit Corfe Castle, or head to Monkey World, the Bovington Tank Museum or the Dinosaur museum in Dorchester. Just 7 miles away is Weymouth with its glorious sandy beaches, Georgian seafront, old harbour and traditional entertainment. Heading west on one of Britain’s most beautiful roads will take you through Abbotsbury, with the Swannery and Subtropical Gardens, to lovely Bridport and West Bay. Sandy beaches at Weymouth, 7 miles. Shops 2 miles, pub 1 mile.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Towels are not included.

Suitable for up to 1 pet
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Laundry facilities are available. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a dishwasher
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by foot from Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and a 4-minute drive from Hardy's Cottage
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Dorchester cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

su-15262-15262
2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton Dorchester

2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunshine

A week of the most perfect weather for exploring the area. Great cottage with lovely garden. Appreciated the loungers to lie in the shade of the apple tree after a day’s walking. Really nicely furnished and comfortable bed. Downstairs bathroom not so good for the elderly with steep stairs. Garden could be more dog secure. Excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023