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The Cow Shed

3.0 star property
Cottage in Dorchester with kitchen

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
The Cow Shed provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Cow Shed

Cottage in Dorchester with kitchen
Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has a picnic area and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator and a dishwasher. 9 bathrooms, an electric kettle, and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available.
Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Dorchester cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 9 private bathrooms
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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

Property is also known as

The Cow Shed Cottage
The Cow Shed Dorchester
The Cow Shed Cottage Dorchester

About the neighborhood

Located in Dorchester, this cottage is next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesil Beach and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Bridport Arts Centre and Bridport Museum are cultural highlights. Mapperton Gardens and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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The Kingcombe Centre Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester, England, DT2 0EQ

What's nearby

  • Mapperton Gardens - 18 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 19 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • West Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 35 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 38 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 11 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Lorne - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Loders Arms - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bombay Spice - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pymore Inn - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cow Shed pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cow Shed?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cow Shed?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cow Shed?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cow Shed located?

Situated in Dorchester, this golf cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mangerton Mill, Clay Pigeon Raceway, and Mapperton Gardens. Cerne Abbas Giant and Bridport Tourist Information Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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