Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Dog-friendly
Washing machine
Refrigerator
Internet
Onsite parking available
Garden
Explore the area
West Knighton, nr Dorchester, Dorset, England
Max Gate
Place, Max Gate
8 min drive
Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
Place, Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
10 min drive
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Place, Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
10 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Downstairs Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Beautiful Chocolate Box Cottage
A Cosy Dorset Retreat
The cottage has been lovingly refurbished to provide a comfortable and cosy home-from-home for up to 9 guests. Full of traditional charm and character, the cottage retains many of its original features, including exposed beams, brickwork and thick cob walls.
Nestled in the peaceful Dorset village of West Knighton, this cottage is perfectly placed for exploring the beautiful Dorset countryside and the spectacular Jurassic Coast. And, for those evenings when you don't fancy cooking, there is the added bonus of the family-run New Inn pub right next door.
Sleeping Up to 9 Guests The cottage has five bedrooms: Three king-size bedrooms One twin bedroom One single bedroom on the ground floor
There is plenty of space for everyone to relax, with a comfortable sitting room, separate dining room, garden room and an enclosed rear garden.
Welcome Meals – Arrive & Relax Why worry about shopping and cooking as soon as you arrive?
You can pre-order a delicious home-cooked family meal, freshly prepared by the chefs at the New Inn next door. Your chosen meal will be waiting for you in the fridge when you arrive, ready to simply heat and enjoy.
Choose from favourites such as: Cottage Pie Lasagne Fish Pie Thai Vegetable Curry
You can even order a meal for every night of your stay, making your holiday even more relaxing. Why not arrive to a delicious home-cooked meal with a chilled bottle of wine or two waiting in the fridge?
Meals are supplied in traditional family oven dishes and provide six standard portions. Meals must be pre-ordered before your stay.
The New Inn The New Inn is a family-run pub situated right next door to the cottage. Enjoy a delicious meal in the pub, pop in for a drink, or simply take advantage of having a friendly local pub right on your doorstep.
Ground Floor Sitting Room A comfortable room with three sofas, a 55" Smart TV and ornamental fireplace.
Dining Room Dining table with seating for up to nine guests.
Kitchen Fully equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, breakfast table with four chairs and a Nespresso coffee machine.
Bedroom Four A single bedroom.
Garden Room A lovely additional space with comfortable seating and a coffee table, perfect for relaxing with a book or enjoying your morning coffee.
Utility Room Washing machine/dryer.
Bathroom Walk-in shower, bath, wash basin and WC.
Additional WC Small separate WC.
First Floor Bedroom One King-size bed with en-suite shower room.
Bedroom Two King-size bed with en-suite shower room.
Bedroom Three King-size bed.
Bedroom Five Twin single beds.
Outside & Parking Enjoy the enclosed rear lawned garden, complete with garden furniture – ideal for relaxing after a day exploring Dorset.
There is a private driveway directly in front of the cottage. Cars can be parked one behind the other and, with sensible parking, up to three cars can fit on the drive.
If parking three cars on the driveway feels a little too complicated, don't worry – we are happy to offer overflow parking nearby, so there is no need to worry about finding somewhere for your vehicles.
Please note that barbecues are not permitted due to the traditional thatched roof.
Good to Know Sleeps up to 9 guests Bed linen and towels provided TV and DVD player High chair provided Travel cot provided (please bring your own cot bedding) Two well-behaved dogs welcome (additional charges apply) Enclosed rear garden Private driveway with parking for up to 3 cars when parked sensibly Overflow parking available if required The New Inn family-run pub next door Personal toiletries are not provided, so please bring your own Traditional thatched cottage with restricted ceiling height throughout No BBQs or smoking due to thatched roof.
Wi-Fi The cottage is a traditional property with thick cob walls, which can affect Wi-Fi strength in some areas.
As the cottage is in a rural location without fibre broadband, the internet connection can occasionally be less reliable or slower than you may be used to. We do our best to provide a good connection, but unfortunately it can sometimes be less consistent than we would like.
Internet access is provided for recreational purposes only and is not intended for business use. Speed and availability may vary from time to time.
A Little Piece of Dorset The cottage is a traditional Dorset holiday home full of character, offering a relaxing and comfortable base for families and friends to enjoy the very best of the Dorset countryside and coast.
Set in the peaceful village of West Knighton, the cottage is a wonderful base for exploring Dorset. Enjoy beautiful countryside walks right from the doorstep, or take a short drive to the spectacular Jurassic Coast, with its stunning beaches and coastal scenery.
There are also plenty of family attractions, beaches and places to visit within easy reach, making thus cottage a great choice for family holidays, celebrations and group getaways.
With a family-run pub right next door, the option to have a delicious home-cooked meal waiting for you on arrival, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy time together, this cottage is the perfect place to slow down, unwind and make the most of your time in Dorset.
(Please Note – There is no hot tub at this cottage We have asked the host to remove the hot tub from the listing, but unfortunately this information may still appear. We apologise for any confusion this may cause)
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 well behaved dog, must be kept of furniture.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We are in a quiet village so please consider neighbours and parites/music to stop at 11pm in the evening.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 10767290
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
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
Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset and East Devon Coast and Weymouth Beach. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Fantasy Island Fun Park are also worth visiting.
Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Dinosaur Museum - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Dorchester South Station - 8 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Coffee #1 - 7 min drive
Vivo Lounge - 8 min drive
Hurricane Terrace & Bar - 8 min drive
Brewhouse & Kitchen - 8 min drive
The Springhead - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Delightful thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy Dorset village and countryside pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Chocolate Box Cottage?
As of 9 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Chocolate Box Cottage on 12 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,239, 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 Delightful thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy Dorset village and countryside?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Delightful thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy Dorset village and countryside?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Delightful thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy Dorset village and countryside?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Delightful thatched cottage in beautiful sleepy Dorset village and countryside located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Max Gate, Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and Terracotta Warriors Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place, very cute and quirky, and well decorated. The property was clean, well equipped and close to lots of place to visit. The beds were comfortable and there are lots of places in the house to relax.
We loved our stay at Yoah Cottage, it was perfect for our family holiday. The cottage had all the amenities required for a comfortable stay. The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful.We visited the New Inn next door for a carvery and drinks which was delicious, definitely worth the visit - it also has a stunning view in the beer garden. We would 100% visit again, it was brilliant value for money and a beautiful stay so thank you!
The only criticism I have of the whole experience was the WiFi, I needed to work from my laptop on arrival but the internet was hit and miss. If I was staying midweek and needed to work it would have been unacceptable. The property described there was internet access but that’s not really true as we also had issues with live streaming programmes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m really sorry to hear that you experienced issues with the WiFi during your stay, particularly as you needed to work from your laptop on arrival. I completely understand how frustrating that must have been.
I do wish we had been made aware of the issue while you were staying with us, as you didn’t mention any problems with the WiFi at the time. Had we known, we would have been very happy to look into it and do what we could to resolve the issue for you during your stay.
We’ll certainly take your comments on board, as we want our guests to have a comfortable and hassle-free experience, including when they need to work or stream during their stay.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention, and we’re sorry that this aspect of your stay wasn’t as you had hoped.
This is a beautiful old cottage in the countryside but conveniently, right next to the pub! There are lots of fantastic walks straight from the front door around farmland and woods. Weymouth is only around a 10 minute drive. Stacey is a great host and wasn't concerned that I accidentally broke one of her wine glasses! There's parking for 2 cars on the driveway but lots of spaces available in the pub overflow car park. We highly recommend this cottage for a peaceful and relaxing countryside stay. We're definitely going to return again soon.
We had such a wonderful stay at Yoah Cottage! The house was nice and clean and so cosy! And the kids loved the big garden to play in. It was also very thoughtfull that the owner had put some toys in de kids room. We had two amazing dinners at the pub next to the cottage and have already talked about coming back next year. Would 100% recommend!
Lovely cottage with plenty of space for 8 of us. The kitchen was nice and having two fridges was great. No ventilation in either of the en suites which wasn't ideal. The house has very low beams and 6 out of 8 of us whacked our heads once or twice (one person being left with a bleeding head). Needs better 'mind your head' signs or padding on the really low ones. Garden was lovely but it could really do with some decent/comfortable garden furniture. Nice pub next door with decent food.
Lovely cottage, we ordered food through the host which was amazing and great to have on our arrival. We did some lovely walks to Dorchester and Osmington. Cottage clean and had all the necessary amenities including a large fridge.Lots of character including a few low beams.
We (7 adults, 2 children and 1 dog) had a lovely New Year break in this cottage. The location is great (with the pub next door) and the village itself and nice and quiet.The cottage has everything you need and more!
Great stay. kitchen well equipped, comfortable lounge and bedrooms. Good option to have food from pub next door.
Great to be out of main towns but close enough to get everywhere easily.
A lovely house for a weekend with friends, very clean and tidy with comfortable beds and linen. Great views across the fields from the garden with a quirky layout inside, so watch your heads! Pretty, quiet village and close to the coast for a day trip.
Thank you once again for our amazing Christmas weekend at yoah cottage. What a beautiful cottage to stay at. We had the most magical time. Highly recommend visiting the pub next door, so welcoming and great food. Will be booking again for sure x
Very spacious cottage, comfortable and homely. Extremely well equipped. Beautiful rear garden, with unusual arbutus [strawberry] tree, excellent for our dog. A very friendly and helpful host at the inn next door, who also looked after the cottage. Can recommend the large lasagna, fish pie and Thai curry dishes prepared by the inn's chef. No complaints or quibbles whatsoever.
The house was very clean and comfortable.
It’s on a road but it’s a very quiet road so we didn’t notice any traffic sounds.
Beautiful village setting with easy access to nice beaches and walks.
Thankyou for hosting us!
10 minuntes from Dorchester and the coast. 18mins to Durdle Door. Lots of walking from the front door too. The hosts were readily available and sorted us out when needed. A gtreat stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review
8/10 Good
COLIN C.
17 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Delightful property next to a very helpful pub. Quite a distance from the coast but plenty to see nearby.The kitchen was well equipped and enough for everybody/The beds were comfortable and clean linen and towels. We wish this had been put in the description. Getting in contact with anyone before the stay was very difficult/Parking space for three cars was very tight., we now know why.
My Husband loves Dorset, and how better to spend time in this lovely county celebrating his 60th birthday than in this adorable thatched cottage. Full of character yet modern, clean and comfortable. We all loved staying at Yoah Cottage with the added bonus of The new Inn next door. Would highly recommend this accommodation for a break in the country
6 Adults, a toddler and 2 dogs stayed for a 3 night family break.
Very comfy beds and cosy rooms, en-suites were small but not really a problem but the main downstairs bathroom lovely and large. Lovely meals supplied by the pub next door. Great location.
I do feel the garden needs some tlc.
Lively
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
30 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A really lovely, comfortable house. The pub next door are fantastic - we pre-ordered lasagne and ordered chips and garlic bread. They helped us carry through to the cottage. Very impressed. Thanks.
The cottage was stunning -perfect English thatched cottage -beautiful and spacious with comfortable beds and we loved watching the sun set over the fields from the back garden. We took our golden doodle dog and went on many walks all around the incredible coast. The pub supplied 2 meals -fish pie and veg curry and both were delicious. A peaceful little village with walks straight from the house too. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Stacey Newton
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests