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Conveniently situated just a short stroll away from the centre of the historic town of Dorchester, S

Conveniently situated just a short stroll away from the centre of the historic town of Dorchester, S

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Southgate Coach House, Dorchester
Southgate Coach House, Dorchester: The comfortable sitting room
Southgate Coach House, Dorchester: Plenty of space for couples to relax
Southgate Coach House, Dorchester: Sitting room with television
Southgate Coach House, Dorchester: Sitting room with television

Overview of Conveniently situated just a short stroll away from the centre of the historic town of Dorchester, S

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq m

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Dorchester, Dorset
  • Popular LocationTutankhamun: The Exhibition9 min walk
  • Popular LocationKingston Maurward Park and Gardens4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHardy's Cottage6 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Conveniently situated just a short stroll away from the centre of the historic town of Dorchester, S

Southgate Coach House is a perfect couples' retreat, ideally situated just a short walk away from the centre of Dorchester, the country town of Dorset. The property has been refurbished throughout and is attractively furnished and well-equipped to provide a comfortable retreat for two.

The accommodation includes a bright sitting room with television, a modern well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. There is a spacious double bedroom, and a large shower room. There is an outdoor dining terrace with pergola and a table and chairs, the perfect spot for enjoying your morning coffee or an alfresco lunch or dinner.

Guests can easily stroll in to town and visit the famous Dorset County Museum to discover and enjoy the richness of the county’s natural, historical and cultural heritage with world-class collections. Other popular attractions within the town are Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum, The Tutankhamun Museum which features a spectacular recreation of Tutankhamun's tomb and treasures, and The Keep Military Museum. Within easy reach is the Jurassic Coast, and the popular locations of Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Weymouth, Burton Bradstock, Westbay and Charmouth.

Famously named Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy’s novels 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' and 'Tess of the D’Urbervilles', it is easy to appreciate how Dorchester and the surrounding area inspired the author. Just a short stroll away you can amble along the River Frome, and nearby you will find the ruins of a Roman villa with its mosaic tiled floors. A stay at this well-situated property offers many opportunities for walking, cycling, sightseeing, shopping and dining.

Ground Floor:
Sitting room
With sofa, armchair, footstool and television.
Kitchen
With an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher.
Dining area
With breakfast bar and two stools.

First Floor:
Bedroom
With a king-size bed.
Shower room
With a walk-in shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside:
A garden terrace under a pergola, with bistro table and chairs and stone bench.
There is parking for one car on the gravelled section of the shared gated drive.


Additional Information:
Sorry no pets.
Travel cot and high chair available on request (please bring your own cot linen).
Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.

Property manager

Dorset Hideaways
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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

About the area

Dorchester

This vacation home is located in Dorchester. While the natural beauty of Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Weymouth Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Avenue Stadium or Purbeck Shooting School. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Dorchester, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 9 min walk
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Maiden Castle - 5 min drive
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 9 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Convivial Rabbit - 6 min walk
  • Coffee 1 - 5 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 6 min walk
  • The King's Arms - 6 min walk
  • Tom Brown's - 6 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little gem in the Dorch
Very comfortable cottage, cosy and warm. Everything we could have asked for. Hosts are lovely people, very accommodating Highly recommend for couples or singles Close to everything, great kitchen & shower. Highly rated
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

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