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Yalbury Cottage

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Dorchester inn

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Dinner served, French cuisine
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Property amenity
Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Lower Bockhampton, Dorchester, England, DT2 8PZ
  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hardy's Cottage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

In Dorchester .Stay at this Dorchester inn and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and 2 miles (3 km) of Hardy's Cottage. Max Gate and Dorset Teddy Bear Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Hardy's Cottage - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 11 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Durdle Door - 33 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 6 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakers Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goldies - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Yalbury Cottage

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Dorchester inn
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Yalbury Cottage also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Dorchester inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Yalbury Cottage offers 8 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Yalbury Cottage to the airport?

Yalbury Cottage is 29.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Yalbury Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yalbury Cottage.

How close is Yalbury Cottage to the beach?

This inn is 10 mi (15-min drive) from Weymouth Beach and 13.8 mi (40-min drive) from Durdle Door Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Yalbury Cottage offer free breakfast?

Yalbury Cottage does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Yalbury Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Yalbury Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Yalbury Cottage?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Yalbury Cottage have a pool?

Yalbury Cottage does not have a pool.

Does Yalbury Cottage have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Yalbury Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Yalbury Cottage to downtown Dorchester?

Yalbury Cottage is 2 mi away from Dorchester.

Yalbury Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarahgin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. It was a great experience watching the sunrise and seeing the view of the sheep/lambs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ten out of ten all round!

My wife and I had a wonderful 2 night stay at Yalbury Cottage. Our only disappointment was that their restaurant was closed on Tuesday night but the Wise Man Inn in the next village proved an able substitute. The cottage is really in the heart of Dorset countryside and it was a real surprise to look out of our bedroom window and see Llamas grazing in the field. We did have dinner on Wednesday night and it did not disappoint starting with gorgeous canapés through to a fantastic dessert. Ten out of ten all round!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical

Absolutely phenomenal. Dreamy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional hotel just outside Dorchester

Mine was a solo stay for one Saturday night. It’s a lovely clean and comfortable room in a family run country hotel with friendly and generous hosts. I hadn’t booked a table in the restaurant and it was full to capacity but the chef made a delicious light meal for me which I ate in the lounge. Everything about my stay was exceptional.
Bedroom
Lounge
Delicious Light meal
Brioche toast with maple syrup
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay once again. One of these days I will make time for breakfast as the food looks amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious French Toast for breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short but sweet stop

Last minute booking for a race that I had planned. Arrived just before 10pm and left around 7am the next morning. The room was well presented and had everything you needed, good quality coffee, comfy pillows and some lovely welcome brownies. Would certainly go back when I visit Dorset again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place to stay

Fantastic place to stay - lovely staff, very clean and stunning food. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina

Traveled with partner
A very charming cottage. Very clean, lovely views from the window. Great service. An overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Lovely, quiet rural location. Welcoming host, and excellent rooms...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay the night - Very friendly, excellent dinner and great value. Very happy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will be back

Friendly hosts, delicious breakfast, clean room across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint cottage. Lovely breakfast. Pretty walks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

John M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two night stopover enroute to Cornwall.

The hotel owners were very pleasant and helpful. Some aspects of our room needed refreshing. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Northville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with warm staff and fabulous food!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Yalbury Cottage is fantastic… the setting, the people, the food (both dinner and breakfast). Can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Hotel

A brilliant find. Beautiful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Really nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at Yalbury.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023