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Delightful holiday home with lawned garden | The Old Post Office, Lower Bockhampton
Living room | The Old Post Office, Lower Bockhampton
Living room | The Old Post Office, Lower Bockhampton
Well-equipped kitchen | The Old Post Office, Lower Bockhampton

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Harbour. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center are also worth visiting.
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Lower Bockhampton

What's nearby

  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Durdle Door - 33 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Poole Harbour - 33 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 40 min drive - 49.9 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 11 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tom Brown's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton?

As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton on 29 May 2026 start from NZ$330, 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 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Lower Bockhampton located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Hardy's Cottage. Max Gate and Dorset Teddy Bear Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

10/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Edward Baker

Lovely cosy cottage, in a pretty village.

Lovely cosy cottage, in a pretty village. Not that peaceful as it's used as a rat run for the local white van men. Lovely walks to Dorchester and the surrounding woods. Everything we needed, and lots of space, loved by our dog.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Julie Howes

w

would have liked a walk in shower
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sue Jackson

V

Very picturesque cottage with a lovely garden and amazing views
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Shirley Sprules

A nice cottage set in a good area, not far from Dorchester.

A nice cottage set in a good area, not far from Dorchester. Lovely view of fields etc. Footpaths nearby. Not far from Thomas Hardy's cottage.The cottage was nice but could do with updating. New kitchen units and a new bathroom put in. Bed was lovely to sleep in. A nice large garden to sit in. Two nice tearooms nearby. The Pine lodge tearooms and the one. at Hardy's cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kate

A lovely comfortable, well equipped and spacious cottage in an excellent location for exploring all

A lovely comfortable, well equipped and spacious cottage in an excellent location for exploring all of Dorset. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul

We spent a wonderful, relaxing week in this beautiful, atmospheric cottage.

We spent a wonderful, relaxing week in this beautiful, atmospheric cottage. The cottage itself is spacious, the garden is a gem (we had breakfast outside every day) and the location is perfect. It's rural enough to be very peaceful, but a stroll of a couple of miles along a very picturesque path takes you into Dorchester, with its restaurants and amenities. A tip for any visitors - the top-notch 'Yalbury Cottage' restaurant is about 50 yards along the road. It's well worth booking in advance of any holiday, as you'd be very fortunate to be able to secure a table at short notice. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John

The cottage was as advertised in a quiet village with no local amenities, although we didn't feel th

The cottage was as advertised in a quiet village with no local amenities, although we didn't feel that we were far from various places to eat and Dorchester. We loved everything about it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

philip

Just a lovely cottage in a great location.

Just a lovely cottage in a great location. Very peaceful, idyllic village setting.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Comfortable beds.

Comfortable beds. Central heating and shower working well. Wifi and smart TV are much appreciated. Not suitable for people who are allergic to dogs.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mags

A beautiful, historic cottage with a lovely garden surrounded by countryside.

A beautiful, historic cottage with a lovely garden surrounded by countryside. No street lights so you could see the stars clearly. Heaven. Pity the weather was not good enough to sit out side with a cuppa or glass of wine. Well equipped, warm and comfortable. Local history was very interesting and well situated to visit local places of interest. Plenty of walks around - ideal for dog owners. No local shops, about 2 miles to Dorchester so you need to plan ahead slightly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

We loved the cottage.

We loved the cottage. It was very homely and well equipped. It is a little way from shops etc but we were aware of this when we booked. We had a delivery from Sainsburys, who found the cottage easily. it is a lovely area - just a shame that the road is used as a rat run, but there is off road parking and we slept in the back. There is plenty of space inside and a lovely garden.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

We had a splendid time at the Old Post Office.

We had a splendid time at the Old Post Office. The cottage itself is very charming, very old and very beautiful. It is quite large so that all members of the family can find their favourits spot. It is well equipped and we wouldn't have minded to have more rainy days in order to have more time for reading or browsing the books on the village history. The garden is charming, it looks lovely and it is great to sit outside and listen to the various birds. The surrounding is rural and we loved to discover it walking. We knew that Thomas Hardy's cottage is in walking distance, but we didn't know that his old school house is just the house opposite, great for all Hardy fans. Stinsford and the Kingston Maurward Estate with the animal farm and splendid gardens are just 10 mins walking - we could have spent the two weeks just in the near surrounding ... However, the countryside and especially the coast are beautiful and wild, the towns and villages are pictoresque, there are some really nice beaches, some really lonely and wild places, always amazing views and a lovely coffeeshop nearbye. In a nutshell: we had lovely two weeks, we did not imagine the cottage and location to be so very beautiful and we are already thinking of going again :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liesbeth

We enjoy de stay very much.

We enjoy de stay very much. A lovely cottage and cosy garden. The beds are very good and de livingroom also cosy and comforteble. (watch out for the carpets on the floor, you can fall over it) The claenliness could be better. A lot of dust and de refrigerater was not good. The freezer was full of ice. We must defrost it. Parkingplace is to small voor modern cars. You must park on the road.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas

We had a lovely family holiday staying at The Old Postoffice in Lower Bockhampton.

We had a lovely family holiday staying at The Old Postoffice in Lower Bockhampton. It is a very characterful house, decorated in an eclectic style, but with everything you need - appliances, wifi, comfy beds etc. It was extremely peaceful and in a great location - a tiny village, but just 5 minutes into Dorchester and 15 to the beaches of Dorset. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mark

W

What a lovey cottage the old post office is we had a wonderful time every thing is on your doorstep the cottage has everything you need and a lovely garden to sit in thank you to the kind owners who after a mixup let us stay an extra night free of charge will definitely be booking for next year

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