Old Post Office

5.0★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

22 Customer Review(s)

Barbara
March 2025

“This a wonderfully appealing cottage beautifully presented in a lovely village.”

The owners were so lovely with their communication on arrival and lovely welcome pack. Perfect location to have access to Dorset and Somerset sights. We highly recommend this property.

The owners were so lovely with their communication on arrival and lovely welcome pack. Perfect location to have access to Dorset and Somerset sights. We highly recommend this property.

- Barbara, March 2025

Hi Barbara, What lovely feedback, thank you so much. It has been a pleasure to host you and your family, we hope you consider us for a break in the future. Kind regards, E and K Property Owner
Christopher March 2025

“Possibly the best holiday house I’ve stayed in.”

Set on a quiet country lane with plenty of off-road parking, house is spacious,clean and fitted out. The owners seem to have anticipated every need, from kitchen equipment to spare towels and even face flannels.The kitchen / dining area is spacious with plenty of storage and a large fridge. The living room is very comfortable. The house is fitted out with TVs in every room and even an area when kids could have their own TV.The four bedrooms were spacious with very comfy beds. I don’t normally write a lot of feedback but this house is the exception that deserves positive comment. An excellent place to stay.

- Christopher, March 2025

Dear Chris, thank you for taking the time to do such a detailed review. You and your family have been a pleasure to host. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Chris February 2025

“Amazing, So Clean, Wow - all words that we used within minutes of being through the front door!”

This place is wonderful and the owners have thought of everything to make your stay as confortable as it can be. The house is well equipped with high end appliances meaning you want for nothing. Location is great for walking and exploring and a pub is within walking distance across fields whhich gets my vote! We will definately be back! Thank you.

- Chris, February 2025

Dear Chris and family, What a lovely review that’s made our week, thank you. We are so glad you enjoyed your break and the walk across the fields to the pub! We found the house as immaculate as we left it, you are the perfect house guests! We hope you come back and stay again, E and K x Property Owner
Melanie January 2025

“We are four friends that have had a weekend away every year for the last 20 years.”

This is by far the best cottage we have stayed in, it is so well equipped, decorated beautifully and so comfortable. The communication from the owner was great. We had an amazingly relaxing weekend despite the best efforts of a storm. We would highly recommend this property.

- Melanie, January 2025

Hi Melanie, thanks so much for the kind words and we are so happy you managed to enjoy the break despite of Storm Eunice! Also big thanks to you and the ladies for leaving the house so immaculately, we really appreciate it. We’d love to welcome you back for your annual get together in the future. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Elaine January 2025

“8 of us - 4 couples - (good friends) - from different parts of the country - met at The Old Post Office, and spent 4 happy days there, and all the previous reviews, without exception, have said it all.”

IT IS FABULOUS; we all loved it. The interior design, the furniture, the furnishings, the kitchen, the equipment (loads of it!) the beds, the showers……everything is of good quality, and of a high standard. Emma and Kerry have thought of everything. Wonderful attention to detail, and lovely touches, that make it a very comfortable house and a joy to stay in. We had wet and cold weather, but the house is warm and cosy and a pleasure to come back home to. Thank you E and K, we all had an absolutely brilliant time and a lot of fun. We will all be recommending you to everyone we know. Elaine and Kevin and the gang. Sykes Company stated there were no hairdryers….not true…E&K had placed one in every bedroom

- Elaine, January 2025

What a pleasure it’s been hosting you all, thanks for leaving the house so immaculately! We are really happy you had such a great time and that the house worked so well for your group. As said before we’ve tried to make the house a real home away from home. We both hope you come back and see us again. E and K x Property Owner
Trevor December 2024

“What a fabulous house with quality throughout.”

The owners are very helpful and left us an amazing welcome hamper. As previously stated, everything is of a high quality from the interior decoration, furniture, etc, right through to kitchen utensils, towels etc. Relaxing in the Hot tub was a refreshing welcome after a day out walking in the cold weather. The house layout could not be more suited to our needs with 6 adults and a 2 year old infant. Would highly recommend.

- Trevor, December 2024

Hi Trevor, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at the Old Post Office and that the house worked for all the family. We hope to see you back in the future. Best wishes, E and K x Property Owner
Charlotte December 2024

“Perfection.”

The Old Post Office was everything we wanted and more. We had the most perfect Christmas stay with the house beautifully decorated. The bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen had everything we needed. It was a home away from home and we will definitely be booking to come back. Thank you for our stay, it was perfect.

- Charlotte, December 2024

Hi Charlotte, we are so happy you had such a lovely Christmas at the Old Post Office. You left the house beautifully, thank you, we hope you do come back again. Happy new year! E and K x Property Owner
David Royston November 2024

“Wow - what a fabulous holiday home - and one of the best we have ever stayed in.”

From the moment you enter the Old Post Office, you quickly become aware of its beautiful decor, luxurious furnishings & spotless cleanliness. With a superb 'welcome' hamper of goodies & fresh flowers, Kerry & Emma have thought of everything you may need to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The location is truly rural and so quiet yet ideally situated to visit the many attractions in beautiful Dorset.

- David Royston, November 2024

Hi David, Sorry for the late response! Thank you so much for your kind words regarding the Old Post Office; we hope you come back in the future, you are always welcome. Happy new year to you and your family! E and K x Property Owner
Ieuan October 2024

“We were absolutely delighted when we arrived at the Old Post Office.”

It is a beautiful cottage both inside and out. The attention to detail from the owners was excellent, even down to a welcome pack for not only us, but the dog as well, and flowers and Halloween decorations. We had everything we needed and more for a very comfortable stay. Loved the outdoor space and hot tub and the provision of lots of towels. The kitchen is beautiful and provided us with a space for family cooking and eating. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Ieuan and Pam

- Ieuan, October 2024

Dear Ieuan and Pam, We are so glad to hear that you’ve had such a great stay at the Old Post Office. Thank you for taking the time to do a review and you are very welcome back anytime. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Robert October 2024

“Fantastic cottage!”

Immaculately clean, great furnishings and fully equipped. Lovely hot tub and garden and great village location. Would recommend without reservation. We will be back!

- Robert, October 2024

Hi Robert, We are so glad you loved the cottage and thank you for leaving the cottage so beautifully. We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Sharon September 2024

“We very much enjoyed our stay at Old post Office.”

The house is very welcoming and extremely comfortable. Everything has been thought of. Even our dog was made very welcome with a special box of bit and pieces just for him. We hope to return to continue to explore beautiful Dorset in the near future. Many thanks

- Sharon, September 2024

Hi Sharon, Thank you for the lovely feedback. We are really pleased that you all had such a good time, including the pup! We hope to see you again, E and K x Property Owner
Robert August 2024

“We had a wonderful stay at the Old Post Office.”

Everything that we could possibly need for our stay was provided together with information and instructions. A basket of goodies and flowers greeted us on our arrival which was a lovely surprise, together with a note from the owners. We certainly hope to return..

- Robert, August 2024

Hi Robert, Thank you for the kind words regarding your stay. Great to hear that you all had such a wonderful time. We hope you do come back and stay again; it’s been a pleasure hosting you. Best wishes, Emma and Kerry x Property Owner
Francesca August 2024

“This is the best holiday house we have ever been to, it was absolutely wonderful.”

The location is peaceful and calming, the garden is perfect and private and the house is just beautiful. The thoughtfulness and little details such as the little labels around the house, the extra hot tub towels, the clear instructions for everything. The owners really have made this an incredible place to stay. Thank you Kerry and Emma for the best UK holiday we’ve ever had. You have the best taste and have created a very special experience.

- Francesca, August 2024

Oh wow thank you Francesca for such an amazing review! We both know how precious time away is with family or friends so have really tried to make the house as perfect as it can be so you can maximise your time together there. It’s so genuinely rewarding to get feedback like this, thank you. We hope you’ll come back and stay again! K and E x Property Owner
Sarah July 2024

“Such a lovely cottage.”

We enjoyed a very nice week here in Dorset. The facilities at the cottage were excellent. Everything had been thought through and communication for into such as local fish and chips for the Friday night was brilliant. We couldn’t find the path to the pub but this was probably our fault as we got lost. Lots of Local places to visit. Would recommend.

- Sarah, July 2024

Hi Sarah, thank you so much for the feedback and we are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. So glad you enjoyed all the area has to offer too! Please bear us in mind if you holiday in Dorset again. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Janis July 2024

“The property is stunning.”

It has been thoughtfully set up to give comfort to everyone: adults , babies and dogs.

- Janis, July 2024

Hi Janis, Thank you so much for the kind words; we are so pleased everyone including Joey the dog enjoyed the house and garden so much! You’ve been a pleasure to host and we hope you’ll visit again! Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Melanie July 2024

“Absolutely wonderful property in a lovely location—the best Sykes cottage we have stayed in—very well equipped and thoughtful touches that made our stay wonderful—and we really appreciated the communications and fast response when we had a small problem and a question—the owners are local,and clearly care deeply about the property, and I hope we will be back soon!”

- Melanie, July 2024

Hi Melanie, What lovely feedback, thank you. Really makes our day to hear that our guests have had such a good time and would like to come back. We would love to host you again. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Adam July 2024

“We had a very enjoyable time staying at the Old Post Office.”

The house is very well equipped and comfortable. The welcome hamper was excellent and the attention to detail was wonderful. We highly recommend a stay at the Old Post Office and we will definitely be booking again.

- Adam, July 2024

Hi Adam, thank you so much for taking the time to give feedback; we are so glad you had a great time at the Old Post Office. We very much look forward to hosting you again. Best wishes, E and K x Property Owner
Susan May 2024

“The owners have created a beautiful home.”

The attention to detail, not just in the decor but also in the level of equipment throughout have made it such an enjoyable and relaxing stay. The property is of a very high standard and very clean. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at this lovely holiday home.

- Susan, May 2024

Hi Susan, thank you so much for your kind feedback. We were so happy to hear you had a great relaxing stay together. You have been a pleasure to host and are always welcome back. Kind regards, E and K x Property Owner
Manish May 2024

“We were two couples and a dog staying for a week at the beginning of June 2024.”

The Old Post Office was immaculate; a wonderful place to stay for the week and the property has been exceedingly well thought out for the convenience of a short stay. Loads of thoughtful touches around the house which were really impressive. Also, it’s obvious that the owners are dog owners and loads of small dog friendly touches as well. We had a minor niggle early in the stay, but I must say that the owners, Kerry and Emma, were responsive, attentive and resolved the issue promptly. It’s clear to us that Kerry and Emma are rightly proud of their property and the experience they provide, and serious about making sure their guests have a wonderful time. We did have a wonderful time and can highly recommend. Thank you Kerry, Emma and Sykes Cottages. In the words of the renowned poet Arnie….. I’ll be back!

- Manish, May 2024

Hi Manish, Thank you for such a lovely review, we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your time together in the house so much. We hope you do come back and stay it was a pleasure hosting you! Best wishes, E and K x Property Owner
Stephen May 2024

“We had a lovely week at the Old Post Office which is well located for exploring Sherborne and the surrounding countryside and not too far from the south coast.”

It’s a very quiet location, but easy to get to. Several good pubs close by for eating out. The house has been beautifully renovated and looks very smart - a really nice amalgamation of old feel and modern facilities. The welcome hamper was a really nice touch and full of delicious foods. All the numerous thoughtful touches - from excellent kitchen equipment, to hot-tub towels, and the dog accessories - they make for a really comfortable stay. We really enjoyed our stay, the fantastic weather, and the friendly local people. Would highly recommend

- Stephen, May 2024

Hi Stephen, thank you so much for the lovely feedback we are so glad you found the house so comfortable. It has been a pleasure to have you to stay and you are always welcome back. E and K x Property Owner
Andrew April 2024

“A lovely cottage in a peaceful village.”

Beautifully decorated with plenty of unique touches and a garden for dogs with a great hot tub. Would highly recommend for groups or families!

- Andrew, April 2024

Hi Andrew, thank you for the kind words about the house, we are so pleased it worked for you as a group and with the dogs as well. We hope to see you again, it was a pleasure having you all to stay. E and K x Property Owner
Richard March 2024

“We had a great week in the Old Post Office, it was very comfortable and was clear lots of care and attention had gone into the recent refurb, both from the perspective of how the cottage is set up to the little things that make for a relaxing and enjoyable week away.”

We were impressed when we first walked in and all of us enjoyed our stay, even without the weather to make full use of the garden and hot tub! We’d love to be back when we next visit Dorset.

- Richard, March 2024

Hi Richard, thank you for the lovely feedback about the house, we really want it to be home from home so great to hear you were so comfortable. Please come back and stay again I promise I will book the sun in! E and K x Property Owner

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Summary

Four bedrooms with TVs: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x twin (can be pushed together)
Bathroom with roll-top copper bath, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Underfloor heating and oil-fired central heating
Electric Range oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, wine chiller, coffee machine
2 x Smart TV, 4 x TV, WiFi
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Stairgate, travel cot and highchair available
Off-road parking for 4 cars
Rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, and hot tub, and an outdoor dog washing area
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Farm Cafe 1.4 miles, Hunters Moon Pub 2.3 miles, Buckland Newton Shop 3 miles
Note: There is a stream at the bottom of the garden; please supervise children and pets at all times
Note: Village tennis court available to book for a small fee
Note: there is a hairdryer in each bedroom

The property

Old Post Office has a kitchen/diner, a sitting room with woodburning stove, a super-king-size bedroom (zip/link), two king-size rooms with en-suites, a twin, a bathroom, and a ground-floor shower room.

Appliances consist of an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, wine chiller, coffee machine, two Smart TVs and four TVs.

Outside there is a rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, hot tub and a dog washing area, along with off-road parking for four cars.

Two well-behaved dogs welcomed, but sorry, no smoking.

WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price, along with a stairgate, travel cot and highchair.

You'll find a shop/farm cafe in 1.4 miles and a pub in 2.3 miles.

Enjoy rural Dorset from Old Post Office.

Note: There is a stream at the bottom of the garden; please supervise children and pets at all times.

Note: Village tennis court available to book for a small fee.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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About the location

SHERBORNE

Yeovil 6 miles.

The ancient town of Sherborne lies on the delightful banks of the River Yeo set amidst glorious unspoilt countryside and boasts many picturesque buildings, ancient Inns and quaint shops. Probably best known for its beautiful abbey and two stunning castles, one of which is relatively “new”, only dating back to 1594 and boasting superbly landscaped gardens, Sherborne makes an ideal place for a day of sightseeing or a quiet afternoon stroll. A short drive will take you to the stunning house and gardens at Stourhead and the sublime Dorset Heritage Coast, whilst just across the border in Somerset is the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton, offering stunning displays of historic aircraft, including Concorde. A fantastic location for all the family.

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Sherborne, Dorset (Ref. 1129395)

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Reviews & Ratings

“This a wonderfully appealing cottage beautifully presented in a lovely village.”

“Possibly the best holiday house I’ve stayed in.”

“Amazing, So Clean, Wow - all words that we used within minutes of being through the front door!”

“We are four friends that have had a weekend away every year for the last 20 years.”

“8 of us - 4 couples - (good friends) - from different parts of the country - met at The Old Post Office, and spent 4 happy days there, and all the previous reviews, without exception, have said it all.”

“What a fabulous house with quality throughout.”

“Perfection.”

“Wow - what a fabulous holiday home - and one of the best we have ever stayed in.”

“We were absolutely delighted when we arrived at the Old Post Office.”

“Fantastic cottage!”

“We very much enjoyed our stay at Old post Office.”

“We had a wonderful stay at the Old Post Office.”

“This is the best holiday house we have ever been to, it was absolutely wonderful.”

“Such a lovely cottage.”

“The property is stunning.”

“We had a very enjoyable time staying at the Old Post Office.”

“The owners have created a beautiful home.”

“We were two couples and a dog staying for a week at the beginning of June 2024.”

“We had a lovely week at the Old Post Office which is well located for exploring Sherborne and the surrounding countryside and not too far from the south coast.”

“A lovely cottage in a peaceful village.”

“We had a great week in the Old Post Office, it was very comfortable and was clear lots of care and attention had gone into the recent refurb, both from the perspective of how the cottage is set up to the little things that make for a relaxing and enjoyable week away.”

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The property

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About the location

SHERBORNE