HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 216 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
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Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Winfrith, ENG

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
‪6 min drive‬
The Tank Museum
‪9 min drive‬
Durdle Door
‪9 min drive‬
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Old Dairy is set in the heart of the countryside in a hamlet, amongst six other cottages, with an abundance of wildlife, making an ideal holiday cottage for two. Light and airy, with an abundance of beams, Old Dairy is a lovely barn conversion, with an fully fitted kitchen, open plan lounge/dining area, large patio windows onto private garden, modern bathroom neighbouring double bedroom with kingsize bed, exposed beams, wardrobe. Kitchen, gas hob, electric oven, fridge, ice box, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. Tasimmo coffee machine. Open plan lounge with Freesat TV, Netflix, DVD, Alexa, iPod dock, Stereo, independent fibre wifi, dining table/chairs, bathroom, shower cubicle, WC, totally enclosed garden, large patio with private lawned area. Furniture, rotary clothes dryer, Gas central heating, parking for one car, Bed linen/towels provided. Extra charge of £20 per dog, 1-2 small-medium sized well behaved dogs welcome. PLEASE NOTE, dogs need to be added at time of booking for surcharge of £20 per dog.

Property manager

Lynne O'Reilly / Alec Edmonds

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Our property is pet friendly for up to two well behaved, medium sized dogs, and there is a surcharge of £20 per dog.

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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Durdle Door and Durdle Door Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Skirmish Dorset are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Winfrith, ENG

What's nearby

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
The Tank Museum - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
Durdle Door - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Lulworth Cove - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
Durdle Door Beach - 19 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

Wool Station - 4 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ship Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪The New Inn - ‬12 min drive
‪The Seven Stars - ‬3 min drive
‪Finleys Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from The Tank Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Durdle Door and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Purbeck Shooting School and Dorset and East Devon Coast are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

17 March 2025

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

Peaceful and comfortable place

My friend and I enjoyed watching the birds in the garden - there were lots! The accomodation had everything we could possibly need. It was really clean and so comfortable; an absolute pleasure to stay in such a beautiful place. Having leaflets of all the local places was useful - we visited the Blue Pool, had a great walk and tea with fab cake.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

25 February 2025

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

Quiet and relaxing

A very relaxing place to stay. Beautifully furnished with a generously equipped kitchen. Very nice to find a pint of milk in the fridge and a selection of snacks. A nice touch to have a selection of books to read and leaflets for places to visit. Loved watching the birds on the bird feeders and the lambs in the neighbouring field. Overall a lovely quiet place to relax. Would definitely want to come again.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM R.

13 February 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

6 January 2025

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Peaceful, a lovely rest in a lovely place

Lovely barn conversion, well equipped, comfy, warm, great private garden for dogs, lovely grounds. We love it here. Excellent location, so close to many places... Weymouth, Dorchester, Wareham etc.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

6 November 2024

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

Birthday Staycation

Exceptional stay, check in was as smooth as it comes, the cottage was prepared and very clean and instructions on how to operate any items was clearly highlighted. As other reviews have described, the garden is lovely, peaceful and quiet. The farm / cottage is ideally located, just off a main road and is usually 10-30 minutes away from any local hot spots (depending on where you go obviously). Our first stay in Dorset and it didn’t disappoint! Thank you!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

3 November 2024

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Ms

It was lovely.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

14 October 2024

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Fabulous holiday home from home!

The Old Dairy was fantastic. Hidden away in large beautifully kept grounds, peaceful, picturesque. Well equipped. Comfortable, warm with everything we needed for us & our dogs. Secluded, enclosed, safe garden. Lynne had left groceries & welcoming treat for our arrival & she was lovely. This is one of the best holiday properties we've ever stayed in the UK. Hopefully will return multiple times. Thank you.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrence C.

1 October 2024

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Loz and Monica 25th anniversary stay

It was a relaxing place to stay with views of the garden that was not overlooked and therefore had maximum privacy. However it was still close to a main road which gave easy access to nearby places of interest. The hosts were friendly and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vijay P.

22 September 2024

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What a little gem!!

Excellent property in a great location for exploring the area. Clean & well equipped. We appreciated the welcoming touches from our host Lynne. Would definitely return in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

3 September 2024

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Fabulous stay

What a great find. The Old Dairy was in a lovely peaceful area but close to lots of amazing places to visit.It was the most well thought out accommodation we’ve stayed in. We’d definitely stay there again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie P.

26 August 2024

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Lovely little hideaway

Really nice home from home. Lots of lovely little touches like milk in the fridge, crisps, biscuits and shampoo and conditioner in the bathroom. Was really cosy with all mod cons. We took our two dogs and they were very happy. The only very small downside was the garden was a raised garden and I had to take my Dachshund out on a lead and lift her onto the grass and keep a lead on her in case she tried to jump off the wall due to its height, if you have a small dog might be worth bringing a fold up ramp with you. Overall a very nice stay and close to Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Lulworth Castle.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia B.

22 August 2024

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Relaxing beautiful surroundings

Lovely barn conversion with everything you could ask for! Lynne had thought about what she provided for a perfect stay! We will be going back for another chill out break in a lovely area! Hopefully by next year if not before.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

18 August 2024

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

The old dairy

Wonderful break, lovely accommodation, very quiet, ideal hub, Lynne was very helpful. We had a great stay and would recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

9 August 2024

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Old Diary so delightful!

Fantastic stay at the old diary, close to all the Jurassic coastal walks we were interested in! Highly recommended if you want to escape the city and explore the beautiful countryside

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KA L.

30 July 2024

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The old Dairy

We’ve had a wonderful stay, nothing is too much trouble for the host and the cottage has everything you could wish for. Excellent position for getting to the beaches and Dorchester. Heartily recommend this lovely cottage stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

26 July 2024

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The Dairy

On arrival the property was a welcome breath of fresh air of an owner who wants their guests to enjoy and feel welcome, High standard of cleanliness and everything was perfect, couldn't of wished for a better place to stay, quiet, secluded and location was easy to reach either Weymouth, Swanage or Wareham. the garden was very dog friendly and secure, very private and quiet lanes to walk the pooch in the mornings, we will definitely stay there again and would recommend to anyone who wants peace quiet and good standard of accommodation.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond I.

20 July 2024

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Hidden gem.

This is our second stay at this property. and can fully recommend it. It truly is a hidden gem.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent H.

5 July 2024

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Great accommodation with everything needed

Thanks for welcoming us to your lovely barn. Every need catered for. Dogs loved it and it was peaceful and beautiful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

29 June 2024

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Perfect retreat

This stunning cottage is the best we've ever stayed in. Immaculate, charming, beautiful enclosed garden for our dog with gorgeous sun trap patio, which has an electric canopy for sun cover. Inside there is everything youd need for a fabulous stay. Kitchen has all you need for cooking, the bed is super comfy and the shower is great. We didnt want to leave. Excellent location for all the tourist attractions. Superb

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

23 June 2024

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Summer Holiday

Perfect location and property to explore beautiful Dorset. The Dairy had everything we needed and was in a quiet and private area. Lynne was always on hand if we needed anything. The guest book was great as it helped us find other places to visit that others had recommended. The property was lovely and clean with a very comfortable bed and a light and airy bathroom. The shower also had good pressure. Extension leads were available in the right places so there was always access to a mirror for hair drying etc. This has been lacking in other properties we have stayed in. The only downside was that the week went too quick. Would thoroughly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

14 June 2024

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Holiday in Dorset

Lovely two week stay-very comfortable with enclosed garden for the dog. Only thing missing was a tea pot! Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh C.

31 May 2024

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Wonderful place.

A wonderful place to stay. Very quiet and peaceful. Close to everything you would want. The Old Dairy is roomy and very comfortable. All the things you need are in the well equipped kitchen. Comfortable lounge and eating area. Loved it would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conny M.

26 May 2024

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Heerlijk verblijf

Zeer gezellig verblijf. Alles wat je nodig hebt is aanwezig. Ruime leefkeuken met zitkamer. Goed bed. Voor de honden geweldige zo'n afgesloten tuin. De eigenaren zijn heel gastvrij en je voelt je gelijk welkom. Echte aanrader.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

13 May 2024

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Lovely clean accommodation

Ideal accommodation for 2 people and a small dog. Very clean and airy with everything you would need and more, plus little extra welcome biscuits, crisps and milk (very nice touch). We found the bed very comfortable, but would have appreciated different size pillows rather than 2 the same, but that’s a personal thing. The private garden with table and chairs is a great space, especially with our dog and a sunny day. Great hosts. Thanks

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

27 April 2024

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Lovely stay

Lynne had left us milk, biscuits and snacks which was a lovely touch. We gad an issue with the shower and it was sorted very quickly. Recommend the accommodation. Near to some lovely pubs

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lynne O'Reilly / Alec Edmonds

We are a local family, having lived just outside of Swanage for many years so have an excellent knowledge of the area and local facilities. We now live in a neighbouring cottage to Old Dairy, where we are enjoying the wonderful wildlife and countryside surrounding us.

Why they chose this property

Stepping inside Old Dairy, this property envelopes you with a wonderful feeling of privacy, but spacious both inside and out.
Although set in the heart of countryside, the location is ideal with the coast 3 miles away, set on the Jurassic coast, and a village just a mile away, with ample shops and a mainline
station, but near to all Dorsets attractions.

What makes this property unique

Old Dairy is approached by a tree lined drive, which is a wonderful habitat to pheasants, ducks, deer and many species of birds. There is a pretty garden adjacent to facilites for car parking, and a barn that used to be home for dairy cattle, but now home to owls and our pet ponies. The whole area is surrounded by fields, with a wonderful feeling of open space.

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