Thatch Cottage

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

18 Customer Review(s)

Weeda
December 2024

“Cosy, and really great cottage, as we saw the images, same comfartable, antique, beautiful view we family members, really enjoyed and explored around.”

- Weeda, December 2024
Scanes October 2024

“This was your quintessential postcard thatched cottage and very well appointed with everything you could possibly want supplied.”

It was nice and warm when we got there. the garden was very nice and all round a very positive experience. The only slight downside was that the garden was not entirely dog proof as there were a couple of areas where a mid/ large sized dog could escape into the next door field which was full of cows!

- Scanes, October 2024
Dawn Johanna September 2024

“Beautiful Garden but Cottage not up to usual "Sykes" Standard As you enter the garden it is so lovely and if you have dogs and children it is so secure and peaceful, we all loved it.”

The cottage needs some TLC. Plaster falling off wall as you enter, windows requiring painting. Carpet a little thin from hall into conservatory. The twin bedroom required the most TLC. Kitchen is well equipped and comfortable. Would have been a nice touch to have little bars of soap in the bathrooms as is usual with Sykes Cottages and also towels could have been nicer. Very peaceful area, great to have country walks and 45 minutes to the sea. Good local pubs. However, due to the poor interior in some rooms, including some worn carpet and no walk in shower, we would not stay here again.

- Dawn Johanna, September 2024
Rose September 2024

“Lovely old thatch cottage , with lovely gardens Yes it does need some ...”

Lovely old thatch cottage , with lovely gardens Yes it does need some paintwork updates , but it is an old thatch cottage , the wifi and phone network was best in the conservatory which we spent each night in , always wanted to stop in a thatched cottage and had a brilliant week , as stated in the description it has a lot of different steps to watch out for but didn't spoil our stay , the heating in the conservatory was really good and we where so lucky with the weather , the gaggle of geese is a short walk away which is a lovely pub ,

- Rose, September 2024
David July 2024

“A beautiful old thatched cottage with extensive grounds.”

As a rented holiday home, extremely well furnished & decorated & inkeeping with its age & style. Well equipped kitchen. Parking just able for two vehicles. I have a tad of a mobility problem, & was able to handle the many differing heights of the many many steps & heights changes, but it may be a problem with others having more serious mobility problems. It doesn't have a walk in shower. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.

- David, July 2024
Karl June 2024

“Lovely 300 year old cottage in stunning location.”

Perfect place to escape and totally relax. The listing however was incorrect on one item: the en-suite. It is listed as having a walk-in shower, it has just a bath. It does have a shower over the ground floor bath which is typical of an old property ie it is NOT a power shower. So if you love having a bath it is perfect.

- Karl, June 2024
Jackie May 2024

“Lovely setting, very peaceful cottage.”

Lovely conservatory, spent a lot of time in there. Lovely old thatched cottage very quirky inside. WiFi only worked in the conservatory and quite slow. We were on holiday so not really an issue for us. The garden is huge and our granddaughter loved running around it and playing in it. If you walk to the pub or shop it’s on the road as no footpath. Not very busy traffic but not ideal for taking children. We had a lovely week exploring and loved the cottage.

- Jackie, May 2024
Jennifer May 2024

“This was our first visit to the area and we definatley plan to return.”

The cottage is very well located (just a 30 – 45 minute drive to some lovely walks and attractions, with Cerne Abbas just a 10 minute drive away), charming and well equipped. Phone signal/wifi is a bit “hit & miss”, but there was good wifi signal in the downstairs bedroom & conservatory (and for us, this was sufficient). The garden is huge & somewhat secure, although I would recommend you keep an eye your pooches as there are some gaps an ”escape artist” could possibly find. It was so tranquil and a very comfortable cottage to stay in. We came with 2 dogs – a senior & a puppy – and we found the book on the coffee table “Dorset Dog Walks (or Ronnie’s Rambles” both useful and entertaining. Do take the time to meet Karen in the right hand cottage opposite – she is a mine of information & a source of local venison. We are looking forward to returning soon.

- Jennifer, May 2024
Keith May 2024

“Thatched Cottage is very old and comfortable and has all one needs for a quiet relaxing holiday in a fantastic country setting, but needs some internal TLC, the wall as you enter the cottage is breaking away (plaster?”

), in the excellent conservatory , and utility quite a few of the Double glazed windows have 'blown' spoiling the wonderful views . Having said this the cottage is well equipped and very comfortable if you want peace and quiet this is the place for you, many eating places and country houses/parks etc all close by, or relax in the lovely gardens with chairs and cushions supplied by the owners, listening to the birds and if up early enough to see the deer walking across the fields, The owner (Karen) who lives opposite the cottage is lovely and has fresh eggs and lovely venison produce if you are not a vegetarian, Both are highly recommended as in general is the Thatched Cottage, if the time and expense allows to fix the above items could be 100% perfect . The 5pm take over time is very late and should be brought in line with most other holiday lets, usually 3pm. (4pm at the very latest)

- Keith, May 2024
Corrie April 2024

“We loved our holiday.”

It was a comfortable stay at your house. A wonderfull garden to sit and to play. It was a big house. Their were lots of trips to make and it was fine that their were a lot of books and other touristic material at the house. Corrie

- Corrie, April 2024
Lisa April 2024

“What an idyllic cottage.”

Spotlessly clean, comfortable sofas and beds. Every amenity you could wish for. We experienced horrible wet weather so it was great to have a porch & utility room to be able to dry the dog. The huge garden is lovely. Such a shame we didn't get the opportunity to use it much. WIFI a little sporadic but this was a minor detail. A little isolated but we knew this when we booked. Would highly recommend this chocolate box cottage.

- Lisa, April 2024
Michael April 2024

“The cottage was lovely, set in beautiful countryside and set back from a really quiet road.”

Parking was off-road. The heating system was very efficient. The conservatory was a nice place to relax and hear the sounds of the country. The Internet was available, but very limited. The garden was quite spacious, with a little stream on one edge. We saw wildlife (birds of prey feeding and a newt in the garden). We were really happy to stay there

- Michael, April 2024
Greg March 2024

“Property is great.”

Only criticism is the very late booking in time. We had a 2 year old with us who normally eats at 5:30pm so the 5pm book in meant a lot of rushing around trying to sort out food as soon as we arrived. I believe things like this should be taken into consideration for people hiring the cottage.

- Greg, March 2024
Marit October 2023

“Met een gezin van 4 hebben wij een week onze herfstvakantie doorgebracht in dit charmante en ontzettend fijne huisje.”

De locatie van het huisje is super: rust, ruimte, stilte en natuur, maar wel veel te doen en te zien in de omgeving en steden in de buurt. Het huisje was ruim, voorzien van allerlei gemakken. Heel prettig dat de bedden al opgemaakt waren bij aankomst! De tweepersoons bedden zijn wel een beetje aan de smalle kant (standaardmaat?), maar helemaal prima. Wellicht moet hier en daar wel wat onderhoud gedaan worden, maar dat doet niet af aan de ervaring en het verblijf. Wij vinden het een aanrader en hebben een heel fijn verblijf gehad!!

- Marit, October 2023
Graham October 2023

“Windows and paintwork ect in need of repair and general maintenance , gardens ...”

Windows and paintwork ect in need of repair and general maintenance , gardens fantastic couple of areas need work on the fencing out towards the field , very quiet cottage in lovely location

- Graham, October 2023
Christopher September 2023

“We enjoyed our stay despite the weather.”

Just a couple of points, a fixed shower rather than a hand held would be good, also the arrival time is very late, four would be far better.

- Christopher, September 2023
Andy July 2023

“We did have a lovely stay, there are a few points to make, the WiFi is nonexistent and should not be advertised as having WiFi, people may have work to do during their break.”

The step in the 1st floor double to bathroom is dangerous as it’s the same colour carpet and indistinguishable especially to people with varifocals. When everyone is planting for nature and our insect population is plummeting we found it abhorrent to find insect traps in the garden killing slowly thousands of them including bees and other pollinators. The traps attract more insects into the garden so counter productive as a deterrent, just then kills then.

- Andy, July 2023
Karen July 2023

“The only downfall was the shower didn't have enough water pressure so the water ...”

The only downfall was the shower didn't have enough water pressure so the water just dribbled out could do with a shower in the bathroom upstairs

- Karen, July 2023

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x double with en-suite bathroom, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Ground-floor family bathroom with shower over bath, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Dining room
Sitting room with open fire
Conservatory
Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
2 x TVs, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter for open fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Stairgate, travel cot and highchair available on request
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed front and rear lawn with stream, garden bench, wooden swing
Two small or one medium well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1.2 miles, pub within 0.9 miles
Note: there is a £21 pet charge per pet, per week
Note: There is a rope handrail for the stair banisters which should also be noted
Note: Due to the historic nature of the cottage, being some 400 years old, the property has several steps and varying floor levels, this should be taken into account when booking as it may be unsuitable for those with mobility issues
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am.

The property

Nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this three-bedroom, traditional chocolate box cottage, Thatch Cottage.

With large, beautiful gardens, tucked off the road with spectacular countryside views, this real home-from-home is perfect for those with young children and canine companions.

The interior of the property enjoys two charming floors filled with original features and exposed beams, complemented by contemporary furnishings to create an inviting space.

While away your evenings within the inviting sitting room, where an open fireplace takes centre stage alongside the TV and plush sofas, which are awaiting to be sunk into after a busy day exploring Dorset.

Alternatively, get lost within a good book within the spacious conservatory that enjoys far-reaching views across the meadows, an ideal space for those in pursuit of an hour’s peace and quiet.

The spacious kitchen comes with all the necessities to prepare a picnic or create your own Dorset delicacy, with the help of the electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer.

Unwind and enjoy a delicious evening meal in the separate dining room, a great spot to catch up with your loved ones and plan the next day’s adventure.

Concluding the ground floor is the double bedroom, which boasts wonderful countryside views, chairs and table, perfect for additional family members wanting additional space to relax.

A further two bedrooms can be found upstairs, comprising of a twin bedroom and a double with stunning countryside views benefitting from an en-suite bathroom.

During the summer months, soak up the sun within the garden, where you can choose to lunch on the lawn whilst your dog stretches their legs.

Discover the small stream running along one side of the garden, whilst outdoor furniture and a wooden swing for the children make this the perfect place to kick back and relax.

Venture into the nearby village of Buckland Newton, where you will find a village shop and the Gaggle of Geese pub, where both children and dogs are very welcome.

Alternatively, drive to the ancient market town of Sherborne, with its wide range of independent shops, historic buildings, cultural events and festivals, or perhaps travel south to the ancient roman town of Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, which contains some of the country’s best-preserved Roman remains, a beautiful river walk and a good selection of tearooms and coffee shops for you to watch the world go by in.

With so much to see and do, Thatch Cottage is the ideal base for your next holiday in Dorset.

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About the location

BUCKLAND NEWTON

Dorchester 12 miles; Sherborne 12 miles.

The West Dorset village of Buckland Newton, and its seven surrounding hamlets including Brockhampton, is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the edge of Blackmore Vale, and at the head of the quaintly named Piddle Valley. The village is 12 miles south of historic Sherborne and 12 miles north of Thomas Hardy's Dorchester. Locally there are lovely scenic walks to be had, while a visit to nearby ancient Cerne Abbas is not to be missed, with its instantly recognisable chalk giant and numerous tea rooms and inns serving real ales and good food. Alternatively, travel south to the memorable Dorset Jurassic Coast, now a designated World Heritage Site, where many sandy beaches await you and provide visitors with great facilities for all kinds of water sports. Weymouth offers golden sandy beaches and a bustling harbour from which you can take a day trip to the Channel Islands. A short drive from here takes you to Portland Harbour and the rugged “Isle” of Portland, which is linked to Weymouth by dramatic Chesil Beach. With fascinating Sherborne and bustling Dorchester also just a short drive away, you really are spoilt for choice in this lovely part of Dorset.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Cosy, and really great cottage, as we saw the images, same comfartable, antique, beautiful view we family members, really enjoyed and explored around.”

“This was your quintessential postcard thatched cottage and very well appointed with everything you could possibly want supplied.”

“Beautiful Garden but Cottage not up to usual "Sykes" Standard As you enter the garden it is so lovely and if you have dogs and children it is so secure and peaceful, we all loved it.”

“Lovely old thatch cottage , with lovely gardens Yes it does need some ...”

“A beautiful old thatched cottage with extensive grounds.”

“Lovely 300 year old cottage in stunning location.”

“Lovely setting, very peaceful cottage.”

“This was our first visit to the area and we definatley plan to return.”

“Thatched Cottage is very old and comfortable and has all one needs for a quiet relaxing holiday in a fantastic country setting, but needs some internal TLC, the wall as you enter the cottage is breaking away (plaster?”

“We loved our holiday.”

“What an idyllic cottage.”

“The cottage was lovely, set in beautiful countryside and set back from a really quiet road.”

“Property is great.”

“Met een gezin van 4 hebben wij een week onze herfstvakantie doorgebracht in dit charmante en ontzettend fijne huisje.”

“Windows and paintwork ect in need of repair and general maintenance , gardens ...”

“We enjoyed our stay despite the weather.”

“We did have a lovely stay, there are a few points to make, the WiFi is nonexistent and should not be advertised as having WiFi, people may have work to do during their break.”

“The only downfall was the shower didn't have enough water pressure so the water ...”

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About the location

BUCKLAND NEWTON