Very peaceful and cosy cottage in a lovely village deep in the country

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Sydling Saint Nicholas, Dorchester

Cerne Abbas Giant7 min drive
Weymouth Harbour27 min drive
Durdle Door35 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Grace Cottage is a very quiet and comfortable 1920s semi-detached cottage near the centre of Sydling St Nicholas, a pretty village surrounded by gorgeous countryside. An attractive enclosed garden runs round the property on all three sides. The ground floor is particularly bright and spacious and the roomy kitchen/diner is well equipped. The stairs leading to the first floor are steep and narrow, so may not be suitable for those with mobility problems. However, there is sleeping accommodation for one on the ground floor, as well as a shower room/toilet. The main bathroom is on the first floor, along with the two bedrooms (one with king-size bed; the other has two singles). Free phone and wifi provided but the mobile signal is unpredictable.

An excellent local pub is within easy walking distance and there is a children's playground nearby.

There is one parking space for the cottage but further spaces are available in the lane about 50m across the green - you might be lucky and see a kingfisher darting up the stream there!

Grace Cottage is much loved by several longstanding visitors, who have been coming here for ten years and more. Sydling is a very friendly village and while the cottage is perfect for those wanting a quiet break in an unspoilt area, there is also plenty to see and do within easy reach.

Property manager

Emily Weber

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcomed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Visitors are asked to be considerate regarding noise in this peaceful area, especially outside and at night

No naked flames in the cottage

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesil Beach and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Dinosaur Museum are cultural highlights. Badger Watch Dorset and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.

Sydling Saint Nicholas, Dorchester

What's nearby

Cerne Abbas Giant - 7 min drive
Hardy's Cottage - 22 min drive
Weymouth Beach - 26 min drive
Weymouth Harbour - 27 min drive
Durdle Door - 35 min drive

Getting around

Maiden Newton Station - 8 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's Dorchester - 15 min drive
Duchess of Cornwall - 15 min drive
Finca - 16 min drive
The Thimble Inn - 16 min drive
The Giant Inn - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Very peaceful and cosy cottage in a lovely village deep in the country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Very peaceful and cosy cottage in a lovely village deep in the country?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Very peaceful and cosy cottage in a lovely village deep in the country?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Very peaceful and cosy cottage in a lovely village deep in the country located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cerne Abbas Giant, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Badger Watch Dorset. Roman Town House and The Keep Military Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Malc P.

18 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ann & Malc

Lovely cottage in a wonderful little village

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

13 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks

Lovely quiet cottage, loved the big kitchen and garden!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arron N.

15 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in the heart of dorset

Absolutely stunning cottage in a quintessential dorset village, all the family (3 adults + 2 children) had the most amazing time, perfect location to take in all the splender that dorset has to offer. Fantastic for walks to take in all the rolling hills and farm land or short walk to one of the most friendliest pubs iv been into serving incredible food. Perfect communication from the property owner and description of accommodation. Would highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric-Jan d.

9 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Net verblijf in een rustige omgeving

Prima locatie in een rustige omgeving. Genoeg in de buurt om te zien / doen. Huisje prima geschikt voor 4 personen.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

10 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Holiday

The weather was superb. The cottage was cosy, light and airy, nicely decorated albeit some furnishings a liitle tired and had a delightful enclosed garden. Sydling is a very pretty, friendly village with challenging walks and an excellent village inn with delicious food.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Emily Weber

Mum and Dad were born and bred in the immediate area and I spent a very happy childhood with my many cousins in West Dorset. When Dad died, Mum moved to Sydling and spent the later years of her life here in the 1980s and 1990s. I work away from the area but have been holidaying at the cottage for over ten years and was very happy to be able to take it over when the previous owner decided to sell in 2014.

Why they chose this property

I always loved Sydling for its friendliness, the feeling of getting away from it all, and the beautiful rolling hills all around. The cottage has always felt like a home from home to me with its general feeling of calm and cosiness, and I particularly like the way the light pours into the downstairs rooms even in the depths of winter. Many people who have come here, regulars like me or friends passing through, have felt the same and commented on its special atmosphere. Needless to say I was thrilled to be able to buy it when the chance came up in 2014!

What makes this property unique

The cottage offers complete tranquillity, in my experience, day and night. The garden is an enclosed area where small children and dogs can play. The downstairs living space separates naturally into areas where people can chat, read, watch TV, get on the laptop or have a snooze without having to be part of one big group. The central heating is particularly efficient and does a good job in keeping everyone cosy in the winter! There is a wide range of things to do and see in the area, including outdoor activities (walking, bird-watching, beaches) to cultural pursuits, such as visiting country gardens and houses (including those associated with Thomas Hardy novels), as well as local markets and arts centres.

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