In Dorchester .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Dorchester cottage, you'll find Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. Hardy's Cottage and Sculpture by the Lakes are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Athelhampton House and Gardens - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 15 min drive - 7.5 miles
Hardy's Cottage - 16 min drive - 6.7 miles
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 16 min drive - 8.7 miles
Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 21 min drive - 13.5 miles
Getting around
Moreton Station - 16 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Thimble Inn - 11 min drive
The Royal Oak - 10 min drive
The Fox Inn - 10 min drive
The Sun Inn - 15 min drive
Frampton Arms - 16 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests
Creaky Cottage is a stunning holiday cottage, located in the hamlet of Chebbard and close to the quaint and attractive villages of Cheselbourne, Melcombe Bingham, Ansty and Dewlish. The cottage is ideal for families or groups of friends gathering together for holidays and special occasions, with plenty of space for everyone. Wonderfully styled with high quality and tasteful furnishings, comfortable beds with 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding, and Hungarian goose down duvets and pillows for a further touch of luxury.
On the ground floor is an attractive sitting room with a wood burning stove, leading through to a family room with a second wood burning stove and Smart television. The property has a generous open-plan kitchen with Aga, and dining room with french doors that lead out to the wrap-around stone terrace and wonderful surrounding garden. There is a useful entrance porch and boot room, a utility/laundry room, and a ground floor bathroom. On the first floor are four well-appointed bedrooms, all with views over the beautiful garden and landscape, along with two generous walk-in shower rooms.
Creaky Cottage is ideally placed for countryside walks, and with numerous quaint villages within a short drive, there is plenty to explore within the area. The towns of Dorchester, Blandford, Sherborne, Shaftesbury, Wareham and Wimborne are all within easy reach. The glorious Jurassic Coast, including famous Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door is just a short drive away, making the property perfectly situated for enjoying all of the delights of Dorset.
Additional Information: Infants and children are welcome. Two high chairs and a travel cot are available upon request. Please bring your own cot linen. Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). This property does not have an enclosed garden - please keep dogs on leads. EV external socket at the front of the cottage for one car to be charged for a nightly charge – please bring your own lead. Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Mobile reception is patchy. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 11 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
609861
Frequently asked questions
How close is Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests to the airport?
This cottage is 27.5 mi (51-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests to the beach?
This cottage is 14.7 mi (28-min drive) from Overcombe Beach and 15 mi (29-min drive) from Preston Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Creaky Cottage - a stylish detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests to downtown Dorchester?