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HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG.

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Exterior
Old Dairy.
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Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Winfrith, ENG
  • Place, Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lulworth Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, The Tank Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG.

Old Dairy is set in the heart of the countryside in a hamlet, amongst six other cottages, with an abundance of wildlife, making an ideal holiday cottage for two. Light and airy, with an abundance of beams, Old Dairy is a lovely barn conversion, with an fully fitted kitchen, open plan lounge/dining area, large patio windows onto private garden, modern bathroom neighbouring double bedroom with kingsize bed, exposed beams, wardrobe. Kitchen, gas hob, electric oven, fridge, ice box, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. Tasimmo coffee machine. Open plan lounge with Freesat TV, Netflix, DVD, Alexa, iPod dock, Stereo, independent fibre wifi, dining table/chairs, bathroom, shower cubicle, WC, totally enclosed garden, large patio with private lawned area. Furniture, rotary clothes dryer, Gas central heating, parking for one car, Bed linen/towels provided. Extra charge of £20 per dog, 1-2 small-medium sized well behaved dogs welcome. PLEASE NOTE, dogs need to be added at time of booking for surcharge of £20 per dog.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our property is pet friendly for up to two well behaved, medium sized dogs, and there is a surcharge of £20 per dog.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6860108
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Weymouth Harbour and Poole Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Durdle Door and Durdle Door Beach. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Skirmish Dorset are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Winfrith, ENG

What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Lulworth Castle - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • The Tank Museum - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Weymouth Bay - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boat Shed - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HAMLET, 1LEVEL, PRIVATE ENCLOSED GARDEN., MAX 2 MEDIUM SIZE DOGS £20 PER DOG. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from The Tank Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Durdle Door and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durdle Door Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 216 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 234 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, spacious and spotlessly clean. Very pet friendly for our two dogs, an enclosed garden big enough for them to run around in. This was our second time of staying and we will be back. Anne and John
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little property, perfect for the two of us and our cockerpoo. Lovely enclosed garden, very peaceful. We much enjoyed watching the cows mooch about and the birds eating from the feeders and bathing in the bird bath whilst eating breakfast and when relaxing on the sofa. Near to some beautiful coastal walks and nice farm shops. Lynne is a very responsive and kind host, we would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed over the Easter weekend and had a fantastic experience. The property was excellent and had everything we could possibly need. Its central location made it perfect for visiting all the places we had planned. The host went the extra mile with thoughtful touches like Easter eggs and biscuits waiting for us on arrival. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The was spotless. Everything you need was there. Fench at rear garden to keep dogs safe. Carnt fault it 1 bitThanks dave n Tracey
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It a very lovely find, we'll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a lovely rural location close to Dorchester. Very quiet and peaceful. Very clean, had all the kitchen bits & pieces we needed and tasty 'welcome' biscuits!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the old dairy. The host was super friendly and was lovely enough to leave a pint of milk and some delicious biscuits. The accommodation was perfect, the pictures on the listing do not do the old dairy justice. I wish I had taken more pictures to show how lovely it was. It had everything you needed and more. It was so peaceful and a very relaxing. The cows and birds made the whole experience even better. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic place to stay and all the little extras we loved ,lovely outside garden to relax in, great hosts and will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time of staying at this property and it was just as good as the first time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a nice little gem for a real home away from home feel. Very easy to find and it was a great hub for my adventures throughout Dorset. Check-in was a breeze and the property comes well equipped. I’m not much for eating out while adventuring so I definitely made use of the kitchen!The space was clean and tastefully decorated. Lynne was an absolute delight and she was very responsive to messages. Loved the large sliding rear door and all the natural light the property offered. Definitely a great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been going to The Old Diary for 10 years and always have a wonderful stay. It has everything you need and is quiet and secluded.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cosy little cottage of the beaten track… but ideally located to explore south east Dorset.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped throughout. Warm all day. All comfortable except we found the bedroom small which made it difficult for us. Garden area very nice but we stayed in March so not used . Friendly welcome and the milk, orange juice and chocolates very nice . An ok place to stay to visit family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Excellent, secluded location

A very nice, quiet and relaxing stay.Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

alison h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this beautiful dairy was amazing it was spotlessly clean had everything that you needed very comfortable great shower. Kitchen had everything you needed spotless very peacefull amazing watching the birds and hedgehogs really relaxing week
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Peaceful, dog friendly accommodation

Perfect space to relax and enjoy dorset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Great place

Easy to find, central for many places and wonderful to find a place that loves dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Lovely little place

Perfect location. Super accommodation , so quiet !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Lovely short stay

Great location to many of the popular tourest attractions. Had everything we nèeded, wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

gemma c.

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

Great stay and fantastic location for exploring the area.

The property was perfect for our break away, just as described. The check in and out process was so easy and hosts were available if needed but we had peace and quite in the property. Great inclosed garden for the dog - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

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

A lovely stay.

We really enjoyed our stay here! The barn was warm and cozy but I can also imagine in summer it would be light and airy. We had everything we needed for our stay and the location is great for exploring Dorset!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

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

September stay

Excellent property with lots to do around the area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Holiday in Dorset

Lovely two week stay-very comfortable with enclosed garden for the dog. Only thing missing was a tea pot! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

The old dairy

Wonderful break, lovely accommodation, very quiet, ideal hub, Lynne was very helpful. We had a great stay and would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Superb

From the quiet private garden to the thoughtfulness of Lynne absolutely everything you could wish for in the cottage. We definitely will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lynne O'Reilly / Alec Edmonds

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We are a local family, having lived just outside of Swanage for many years so have an excellent knowledge of the area and local facilities. We now live in a neighbouring cottage to Old Dairy, where we are enjoying the wonderful wildlife and countryside surrounding us.

Why they chose this property

Stepping inside Old Dairy, this property envelopes you with a wonderful feeling of privacy, but spacious both inside and out.
Although set in the heart of countryside, the location is ideal with the coast 3 miles away, set on the Jurassic coast, and a village just a mile away, with ample shops and a mainline
station, but near to all Dorsets attractions.

What makes this property unique

Old Dairy is approached by a tree lined drive, which is a wonderful habitat to pheasants, ducks, deer and many species of birds. There is a pretty garden adjacent to facilites for car parking, and a barn that used to be home for dairy cattle, but now home to owls and our pet ponies. The whole area is surrounded by fields, with a wonderful feeling of open space.

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