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Carefully converted holiday home | Sawmill Cottage - The Old Timberyard, Puncknowle, near Dorchester
Characterful living room with beamed ceiling | Sawmill Cottage - The Old Timberyard, Puncknowle, near Dorchester
Living room adjoins the kitchen/diner | Sawmill Cottage - The Old Timberyard, Puncknowle, near Dorchester
Spacious dining area | Sawmill Cottage - The Old Timberyard, Puncknowle, near Dorchester

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

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Puncknowle, near Dorchester
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, West Bexington Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester

Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sawmill Cottage is an idyllic retreat with the town of Weymouth nearby.. Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil fired central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Enclosed courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Parking for boats/trailers. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. These delightful holiday cottages are set in the peaceful conservation village of Puncknowle, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Jurassic Coast is just 1½ miles away with superb scenic walking. Each cottage is finished to a high standard offering very comfortable holiday accommodation and is set in the same smart courtyard area as the owners’ homes. The ‘chocolate-box’ village of Burton Bradstock is 3 miles with a good small beach. Abbotsbury, along the coast, has its famous swannery and sub-tropical garden. Further east is the Victorian seaside town of Weymouth, with Blue Flag beach, sea fishing, windsurfing, Sealife Centre and two RSPB nature reserves. Monkey World and the Tank Museum near Wool are great places for a family day out. Dorchester, the county town also known as Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’ is 30 minutes’ drive and has a lively weekly market and beautiful Maiden Castle. To the west is the market town of Bridport which was Thomas Hardy’s ‘Port Bredy’ and has the twice weekly market as featured in the popular TV programme River Cottage. The picturesque harbours of West Bay are a great place for fishing. Lyme Regis is an attractive seaside resort which enjoys a dramatic setting with high cliffs, landslips and handsome harbour, known as The Cobb. Both Lyme Regis and Charmouth are renowned for their prehistoric fossils which are displayed in the local museum and on sale in the fossil shops. Local pub serving good food 250 yards.

Free WiFi



There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 2 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

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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. Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club and Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorset and East Devon Coast and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Abbotsbury Children's Farm and Abbotsbury Swannery are also worth visiting.
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Puncknowle, near Dorchester

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • West Bexington Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • West Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Durdle Door - 51 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 22 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Lorne - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bridport Arms Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duck's Farm Shop & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Spyway Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The West Bay Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester?

As of 23 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester on 17 April 2026 start from NZ$357, 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 Puncknowle, near Dorchester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Puncknowle, near Dorchester located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of West Bexington Beach, Dorset and East Devon Coast and Chesil Beach. Hive Beach and Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy J.

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

Great little place for a get away

Had a lovely weekend with friends, good location for access to this lovely part of Dorset, accommodation was nice & a good size with helpful owner on hand - reccomend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Corinne Farrell

A lovely, well-equipped and comfortable base for our week’s stay in Dorset, with a range of d

A lovely, well-equipped and comfortable base for our week’s stay in Dorset, with a range of dog walks from the door. The Crown Inn in the village is very welcoming and serves a good range of meals. The nearest beach is only a 5-8 minute drive away, with cafe, parking and a National Trust car park. Abbotsbury is also about the same distance. There’s good access to bus services along the coast in both directions from Burton Bradstock. For shopping, it’s a short drive into Bridport.
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10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Review of sawmill cottage

The cottage was comfortable, very spacious and well equipped, set in a group of houses with the friendly and helpful host living nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence B.

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

Lovely quaint village and ice location

Owner on site was always ready to sort out any problem (not that there were any) met us on arrival and checked all was OK with our stay on leaving.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Lovely village in a great location, dog friendly with walks nearby.

Lovely village in a great location, dog friendly with walks nearby. Pleasant comfortable cottage with two good sized bedrooms. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Fabulous week very good hosts.

Fabulous week very good hosts. Had a small problem with a light and was fixed straightaway. Kitchen well equipped. Great base for exploring the beautiful Jurassic coast. Would definitely recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet P.

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

Perfect location for our stay with some nice walks to the beach

It was a little void of things, but this was to help keep everyone safe due to Covid. Otherwise it was a cosy, comfortable and clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ian

Really nice place, and handy for west bay, chisel beach and Weymouth.

Really nice place, and handy for west bay, chisel beach and Weymouth. Some nice local dog walks. Would stay there again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Cottage was fantastic.

Cottage was fantastic. Very spacious and comfortable. The owners have given a lot of thought to provide everything you could need to enjoy your stay. It's near to A35 and coast Road so perfect location for exploring the area. Plenty of enclosed areas for dogs to run and play. Would certainly recommend a stay and we hope to return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

CROOK

Ours was a party of three senior citizens.

Ours was a party of three senior citizens. We found that the cottage was very well equipped and was clean and tidy. The local inn, the Crown, serves good food and we would recommend a visit there. Puncknowle is rather remote, but there are many beaches within a thirty minute drive and Abbotsbury Swannery is really interesting. Try to be there at noon when the swans are fed. We thoroughly enjoyed our week and can recommend this cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark

This was a lovely place to relax, the initial meeting with the owner was friendly and made us welcom

This was a lovely place to relax, the initial meeting with the owner was friendly and made us welcome. The fifth bed as pictured has much more room than it appears to in the picture. It is in a very quiet, pleasant village, if you have dogs to walk take a head torch as there are no pavements and typically for local villages not many street lights, there are good cross country dog walks very close (across the road) it is a good walk to the beach but would be a steep walk back for some. There are some fantastic places to visit with old fashioned beaches. Charmouth, etc. If it is your thing, the Devon and Dorsets museum in Dorchester is a must visit. Don't bother with the Dinosaur museum though, not good value and very tired. I would stay at the cottage again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

We have visited this holiday home several times and certainly plan to go again.

We have visited this holiday home several times and certainly plan to go again. It offers everything you could possibly need for a very pleasant and relaxing holiday. The owners are friendly and very helpful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

bridies wedding

A great place to stay, clean tidy and every thing works well maintained Allan made us very welcome Cheers Chris
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian

A spacious, comfortable cottage.

A spacious, comfortable cottage. Dog friendly with walks from the door. Good location for exploring the South Dorset coast.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert

The master bedroom en=suite is rather cramped and difficult for a man to stand and pee ! A warm and

The master bedroom en=suite is rather cramped and difficult for a man to stand and pee ! A warm and helpful host and a beautiful location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David

Lovely weekend break nice cottage, plenty of space and very friendly welcome from Alan.

Lovely weekend break nice cottage, plenty of space and very friendly welcome from Alan.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clive

2 Sawmill Cottages was a home from home and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.

2 Sawmill Cottages was a home from home and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. It had everything we needed and more. We were sorry to leave and will certainly be back. Alan is a gentleman and on hand if you need anything - which you won't, believe me. The location is wonderful and there are a few walks from the door if you have a dog. Bridport is just down the road if you need supplies. Unfortunately we didn't have time to try "The Crown" but will do the next time. I can't recommend this cottage highly enough, we loved it. Thanks Alan, see you sometime next year.

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