A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub

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A traditional stone building with a thatched roof, ivy-covered walls, and a wooden balcony.
A thatched-roof house with a gravel driveway and a well-maintained lawn.
A cozy attic bedroom with a sailboat model, a floral sofa, and a wardrobe with bathrobes.
A wooden deck with a view of a sunset over a field.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a canopy bed, a framed picture on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Rooftop terrace
    A rare find - enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Hot tub on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Moreton, Dorset, England
  • Place, Sculpture by the Lakes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Clouds Hill
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

The Hayloft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durdle Door and Weymouth Beach. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Moreton, Dorset, England

What's nearby

  • Sculpture by the Lakes - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Clouds Hill - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • The Tank Museum - 10 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Moreton Station - 3 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Stop & Food Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Seven Stars - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub on 27 Nov 2026 start from £405, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog Friendly with Private Hot Tub located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Clouds Hill, Mill House Cider Museum and Sculpture by the Lakes. The Tank Museum and Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope are also within 3 miles (5 km). Moreton Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet location, had a lovely stay to welcome the new year
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The 250yo cottage was adorable, with full amenities, and was homely and clean. We spotted our first ever squirrel outside by the tree. The host Ruth, was very accomodating, friendly, informative about the area, & provided milk & freshly baked bread to make us feel at home The loudest noise we heard was the clippity clop of the horses walking down the road, from the nearby Equestrian Centre. We spent our afternoon walking into the old village and to the ford, and our evenings in the rainbow lights hot tub, by the corn field. A truly relaxing and restorative stay was had by us. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very relaxing

Lovely location, quaint property, great having private secure drive, friendly host. Will stay again if in Lulworth area👍x
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Weekend

An amazing place in a great location very warm welcome when we arrived and nothing was to much trouble, a lovely welcome pack with home
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

January getaway

Warm and cosy for a New Year's getaway. Clean and full of character, the location of the cottage is great for the coast, Dorchester and many other interesting places. Enjoying the hot tub in January is also recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place to stay

Had a wonderful 2 night stay. We were left a lovely welcome pack, including fresh homemade bread and a bottle of wine. Sat in hot tub looking over the frosty fields in perfect peace & quiet, other than the wildlife. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage with Beautiful Surroundings

Although summer had not yet arrived in July, we had a very nice week including our own outdoor whirlpool In the spacious garden. Ideal for dog owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Snug hideaway

Our second visit to this quaint cottage, just big enough for two plus dog. Lovely private hot tub and upstairs deck. Plenty of secure space for dogs to run around. Ruth was a respectful and attentive hostess and we look forward to another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at this lovely cottage! It is even better than the photos, the terrace was perfect and the garden is huge with a massive hot tub, and a brilliant BBQ! The host Ruth is so kind and responsive and went out of her way to be helpful! It was also possible to get a taxi to the cottage and have some groceries delivered which isn't always possible in these lovely countryside properties!It was a wonderful stay - thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely thatched cottage

Just got back from our stay. The cottage was in a quiet rural location. Well located for visits to local beauty spots and the coast if you have a car. The cottage was clean and well equipped. The hosts made us feel really welcome and are just next door if you need anything. We took our 2 dogs and they enjoyed playing in the large back garden which is secure. Would definitely recommend and return
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect escape

We loved our stay here; Ruth was very friendly and welcoming and had left a box of welcome gifts, including treats for our dog, which were all very much appreciated. The cottage was spotless, comfortable and well equipped, and close to many beautiful areas to explore. The hot tub was the perfect finishing touch to ensure we went home feeling very relaxed. We will definitely be back! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 14 wonderful days with our family in this romantic cottage. Ruth anticipated our every need and was always friendly and helpful. The coast, the beaches, and the surrounding parks, meadows, and forests are beautiful, natural, and unspoiled. Our dog had a great time on the large, fenced property and playing with Ruth's dogs. There are excellent dog-friendly restaurants in the area. Thank you for this wonderful time.Best regards,Christian, Birgit, and Henry
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Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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What a lovely cottage. Very quant and charming. The hot tub was fabulous and a lovely treat after a day out exploring. Host was extremely helpful and left milk, wine, bread and crisps. Plus helped with local knowledge. Well stocked kitchen re appliances and the all important corkscrew!! Bed was comfortable and bathroom and shower were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Cottage, ruhig und sensationell gelegen. Ruth ist supernett, wir wurden mit lokalen Leckereien empfangen und sie hat wirklich alles getan, damit wir einen tollen Urlaub haben.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fab & quirky, brilliant stay!

If quirky, cute & remote is what you’re after then look no further. This cottage was an absolute joy to stay in. We stayed here for 4 nights as a mini moon after our wedding and it did not disappoint. Ruth the owner is absolutely lovely to deal with and she made the whole process from booking to check in seamless. Little added touches of fresh bread and strawberries when we arrived were so lovely and appreciated after a long drive. Sitting in the hot tub in the evening was amazing after a long day sight seeing. All in all we had an absolutely fabulous stay at Hedera Cottage and cannot recommend it enough. Thank you for having us stay in your beautiful home. Claire & Craig x
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning Scenery in a Tranquil Settings

Amazing cottage, really friendly and welcoming hosts. Stunning location with everything we could of asked for with a little bit more. Our dog loved the stay as he met new friends and had a great safe and secure space to run around in. Local beaches are 15 mins away with local shops around 3-4 minutes drive was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Great cottage

Probably the best UK holiday we have had in years. A lovely location. Hot tub a great bonus. Ruth and Mike were attentive without being intrusive and very keen to ensure we had a good time. Probably the best welcome pack we’ve ever had! Dog friendly, so our Ziggie had a great time
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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First holiday as a couple

It was a brilliant experience as we both had never been to Dorset before. The cottage was amazing and the view from the balcony was stunning. Loved the added touches of the complimentary slippers and dressing gowns. We had also been provided with a complimentary bottle of wine and snacks when we arrived. The hot tub was bigger then we expected which was an added bonus!! The only small issue I guess we had, would of been not being able to arrive at the cottage sooner then 4pm. Overall a great experience and we would 100% stay there again. Thank you for letting us enjoy the amazing cottage. Hope to see you soon. Thomas & Molly x
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Special Wedding Anniversary

Simply perfect we had an amazing time. Ruth and Mike are wonderful hosts and Ruth could not do enough for you. On arrival she gave us a wonderful welcome with yummy goodies, perfect after a long drive. Would definitely go back again thank you so very much for taking care of us at your beautiful home x
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Idyllic!

Absolutely loved this place! A complete break from the hustle and bustle of real life!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb property and over exceeded expectations

I have only positive feedback on my stay as the cottage was absolutely perfect for a long weekend away. My puppy had an incredible time in the garden all weekend as it was perfectly secure and plenty of space for her to run and play whilst I sat in the hot tub. Our hosts Ruth and Mike were incredibly welcoming and we arrived to freshly baked bread, wine and snacks which was completely unexpected but just added to the wonderful experience of our stay. Thank you Ruth and Mike, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

We have just stayed at Hedera Cottage for a few nights for my partners birthday and we were very pleased. Ruth is a great host and we couldn’t have asked for more! Everything we needed was provided to us and the location is perfect if you want to just relax and do your own thing. We will definitely stay here again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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We wanted a chilled out weekend, and got it!

The property was described by the owner Ruth as quirky, and it was in a lovely way! It had plenty of character and the views were superb across the fields. The hot tub was a lovely bonus, and we would thoroughly recommend it. Even our dogs enjoyed their stay! Moreton itself doesn't have too much in the way of things to do, but the again it was a great location not far away from places like the Tank Museum, Monkey World, Lulworth Cove and so on. Even Poole is just a 25 minute drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Honeymoon getaway

What a lovely cottage. We both loved stay here just the relaxing time we needed. Thank you Ruth and Mike for making our stay amazing. Couldn't of helped us enough with places to go. Can't wait to come back and see you again. Faye, Tom Bryan and Winston of course x
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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An hidden gem

We were met by Ruth and Mike at their Beautiful cottage. This is so much more than just a holiday let. Their touch on arrival was amazing with home made bread, milk scones, fresh strawberries, little treats and a bottle of wine. The Cottage is stunning with nice views of open fields, comfy bed and covered hot tub, which we spent every night in star gazing and listening to the owls. Ideally located for days out to local landmarks and the coast. Really enjoyed our time in Dorset, it was just shame it went to quick. Jackie and Paul
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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