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Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside

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Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Sydling Saint Nicholas, England
  • Popular LocationCerne Abbas Giant7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWeymouth Beach26 min drive
  • Popular LocationWeymouth Harbour27 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside

Chelsea Cottage is situated in the heart of the Dorset countryside in the beautiful village of Sydling St Nicholas.

Enjoy all the facilities this house has to offer in a central "chocolate box" village location, surrounded by rolling Dorset countryside set beside stream. 5 spacious bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, magnificent oak conservatory, 3 other receptions including games room and snug with electronic games, 55" SMART TV with electric woodburner in inglenook fireplace and a summerhouse bar!

Access to the property is via a covered porch from the driveway. Hall has exposed brickwork and spacious wardrobe for coats and shoes. To the left is the spacious main living room with exposed beams and brickwork. A wood burning effect fire greets you in the inglenook fireplace. This room has the SMART TV, triple aspect views and has french doors leading to the light and bright oak-framed conservatory/dining room. There is room for 10 people to enjoy leisurely meals around the dining table whilst overlooking the garden. The snug also leads off from the conservatory and has a TV, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii console and a selection of DVDs and games. The entrance hall gives access to a separate WC as well as the kitchen. Again with exposed beams and brickwork, this room has an electric oven and hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, additional undercounter fridge and freezer and dishwasher as well as numerous cooking utensils. The separate utility room leading off has a washing machine and tumble dryer. Next door is a games room with table football and midi table tennis table as well as selection of games.

Upstairs there is a stylish and spacious super-king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room with WC, a king-size room or an inviting twin, both also with an en-suite shower room with WC. There is one further double bedroom on this floor with sloping ceilings and a contemporary bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower and WC. There is a king bedroom on the second floor.

Heading outside via the conservatory, you can access the lawn that backs onto the property and looks out over the hills and pastureland behind the property. This level space also has a summer house with a rustic bar where you can enjoy sundowner drinks, plus a new hot tub.

A gas BBQ is available for rental for £35 per stay including cleaning. Optional £95 charge for spa heat

The house is eco friendly possessing solar panels and air source heat pump water and central heating. It has an unvented system allowing for powerful showers etc!

There are beautiful walks in the area which is an area of natural beauty with SSSI nearby, you could be in any century! Approximately 25 mins from the coast with beautiful rolling countryside all around.

This is the 2nd year the property has been rented out and has excellent reviews from previous guests scoring 5* consistently for comfort and location.
"Fabulous property, the best place we've ever stayed in England. Sizeable and lovely living areas, great bedrooms, kitchen large and well equipped, a bright and airy conservatory, great place for the whole family to gather"
"Lovely spacious property for a large family, all the equipment etc you could need. The village it is in was lovely and quiet and we found it very easy to visit various places around the area including the beach. "
"A lovely large house and garden. Plenty of room to get together or have some space apart! Beds were really comfortable. A nice pub down the road"
"We had a magical time at your cottage"

Property manager

Gill at Chelsea Cottage

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please note the house is close to a stream

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Dinosaur Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Roman Town House and Maumbury Rings. Travelling with kids? Consider Badger Watch Dorset and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 7 min drive
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 12 min drive
  • Weymouth Beach - 26 min drive
  • Weymouth Harbour - 27 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's Dorchester - 15 min drive
  • Duchess of Cornwall - 16 min drive
  • Finca - 16 min drive
  • The Thimble Inn - 16 min drive
  • The Giant Inn - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chelsea cottage set in heart of Dorset unspoiled countryside located?

This family-friendly Dorchester cottage is located on the riverfront, 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Cerne Abbas Giant, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Borough Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
A beautiful home , where 9 members (age3-71 of our family enjoyed 6 nights . Plenty of room, everything you could need for self catering, lovely garden with hot tub in a fantastic setting. Communication with Gill was prompt and efficient. We visited Lulworth Cove and Weymouth, as well as Kingston Maurward Animal park( free), and had Sunday lunch at nearby Brewers Arms. Lots of nice walks too. I can certainly recommend this property .
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter break - Chelsea Cottage, Dorset
We visited this lovely cottage over the school easter break with our parents, siblings and respective families (9 of us). The location and surroundings, cottage itself and the amenities, were all wonderful and consistent with the description online. We all had a wonderful time - lovely spaces around the house to lounge, for the children to disappear and enjoy their indoor and outdoor play, as well as a nicely equipped kitchen to enjoy food, beverages and social nibbles whilst having the extended breakfasts, unwinding after a long walk or preparing the big dinner :) !! Great location to explore the Dorset area and coastline....
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house in which to spend time with the family.
Chelsea Cottage was large enough for us all to have plenty of space. There was lots to do for the grandchildren. They played a lot in the games room and in the garden. We loved our family meals in the airy conservatory and relaxing in the lounge in the evenings. Our daughters-in-law in particular loved the hot tub! We enjoyed our daily outings, especially our fossil tour with the grandchildren in Charmouth. The Greyhound pub in Sydling Saint Nicholas served up a very delicious birthday lunch for my husband. All in all a really enjoyable week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Property
A truly wonderful property in a stunning location, I cannot recommend this highly enough. We definitely will consider returning as is is undoubtedly one of the best properties we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022