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The Garden house, Dorchester

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An outdoor patio with a table set for four, surrounded by stone walls and greenery.
A stone building with a doorway leading to a garden. There are potted plants on either side of the entrance.
A white door with a black metal handle and a light fixture above it.
A living room with a fireplace, sofa, armchair, and a coffee table with decorative items.
A harbor with boats, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.

Reviews

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Wonderful

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dorset National Landscape
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Dorchester, Dorset
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weymouth Harbour
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Weymouth Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

en-suite bathroom\comma\ with Bedroom 1

Toilet

Family Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Family shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Garden house, Dorchester

Well situated for trips to Ringstead Bay, Weymouth Beach, Lulworth Cove, the county town of Dorchester, and many nearby quaint Dorset villages. The Garden House can comfortably accommodate guests with three double bedrooms and a further double bedroom with an additional single bed. The grand sitting room with its open fire is the perfect space for gathering all the family together, and there is a dining kitchen with an Aga and views across The Estate. The property has a utility and cloakroom on the ground floor, a family shower room and an en-suite bathroom on the first floor, and a family bathroom on the second floor. Younger guests will enjoy the chalk walled play area on the second floor with its extensive range of toys.

There is plenty of parking at the front of the property and guests have use of a pretty courtyard garden for al fresco dining with its garden table, benches and chairs.

Additional Information
One well behaved dog welcome (small additional charge).
A high chair and travel cot is available upon request.
There is a fixed stairgate at the top of the stairs on the second floor and a mobile stairgate will be provided in addition.
Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. The speed/service may vary from time to time. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor the Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.
The Garden House is a semi-detached property and from October 2020 its neighbour The Courtyard House will be available to let also offering guests an opportunity to book both properties which will house up to 9 guests in each.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10736310
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, or check out an event or a game at The Avenue Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling.
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Dorchester, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Weymouth Harbour - 26 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 26 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Weymouth Pavilion - 28 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Chesil Beach - 39 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 6 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vivo Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪wagamama - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Garden house, Dorchester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Garden house, Dorchester?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Garden house, Dorchester on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$3,723, 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.

How much is parking at The Garden house, Dorchester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Garden house, Dorchester?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Garden house, Dorchester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Garden house, Dorchester located?

This family-friendly Dorchester apartment building is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Max Gate, Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Maumbury Rings. Borough Gardens and Terracotta Warriors Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Dorset Hideaways

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What makes this property unique

Ground Floor:
Sitting room
Comfortable seating for up to 9 guests with a 40" television with Sky and a DVD/Blueray player and an open fire.
Kitchen/dining
Kitchen with Aga, separate oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine and dishwasher.
The dining table seats 9 guests.
Utility/cloakroom
With WC, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Lift
There is a lift from the ground floor hall directly to bedroom two.

First Floor:
Bedroom one
With a super-king size bed with an en-suite bathroom with wash basin and a WC.
Bedroom two
With a 7' emperor size bed, lift from the ground floor and with views across the countryside.

Second Floor:
Bedroom three
With a 4'6" double bed and garden views.
Bedroom four
With a 4'6" double bed and an additional 3' single bed and countryside views.
Family bathroom
With a bath, wash basin and a WC.
Play area
With chalk board walls, and a range of toys, games and puzzles.

Outside:
Paved courtyard garden, not fully enclosed with garden table, benches and chairs.
Parking on a gravelled area to the front of the property for up to 4 cars.

Languages:

English

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