The Old School Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Woodsford, 22 km from Corfe Castle, 33 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 39 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is set 40 km from Golden Cap, 4.1 km from Athelhampton House and 30 km from Portland Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.4 km from Monkey World. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Portland Museum is 33 km from The Old School Cottage, while Rufus Castle is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 39 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.3
High score for Woodsford
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  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A spacious cottage with a comfortable lounge. The property is within good driving distance Dorchester and the location is ideal for days out on the Jurassic Coast.
  • Bernice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was spotlessly clean & set in a beautiful location. It was quiet, the beds were comfy & there was everything there to facilitate a comfortable stay. The owner was lovely & we would visit again.
  • Justine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    lovely size for family of four , great location and very welcoming host

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,346 reviews from 21772 properties
21772 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The Old School Cottage is a wonderful, attached barn conversion, within the grounds of the owner's home and set in the rural Dorset hamlet of Tincleton and can sleep four people. The cottage has two eaves bedrooms, a double with an en-suite basin and WC and a twin bedroom, a ground floor bathroom, a fitted kitchen, a sitting room with dining area, a woodburner and stairs to the bedrooms. Outside there is off road parking for one car, lockable bike storage and a shared lawned garden and patio with furniture. The Old School Cottage is a lovely base for your holiday in Dorset. Note: restricted head height in the twin bedroom due to sloping ceilingNote: the double eaves bedroom is open to the staircase, so children need to be supervised at all times. Note: O2 is good but some mobile signals may be intermittent (can be checked online)Please note: This property has a minimum stay of x3nights.

Neighbourhood information

Tincleton is a tiny hamlet in Dorset, nestled in a beautiful rural setting within the valley of the River Frome. The hamlet is just five miles east of the county town of Dorchester which has many shops and attractions to discover. The area has many wonderful and picturesque walks to offer visitors and the countryside is rich in wildlife, with the River Frome being designated an Area of Special Scientific Interest. Also very popular with those who visit Dorset is the stunning Dorset Jurassic Coast, with the coastal path offering spectacular views and beautiful sandy beaches nearby.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old School Cottage

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Old School Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Old School Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    One well behaved dog welcome

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Old School Cottage

    • The Old School Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Old School Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Old School Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at The Old School Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • The Old School Cottage is 0.9 miles from the centre of Woodsford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Check-in at The Old School Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.