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Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Dorchester

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A large stone building with a prominent chimney, a covered porch, and a grassy yard.
A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a staircase, and a brick wall.
Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
A dining area with a large table and chairs, wooden beams, stone flooring, and large windows offering a view of a garden and neighboring houses.
A stone house with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sydling Saint Nicholas, England
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weymouth Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

On river.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Cerne Abbas Giant and 6 miles (10 km) of Clay Pigeon Raceway with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Badger Watch Dorset.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Weymouth Harbour - 38 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 38 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 50 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Durdle Door - 58 min drive - 24.1 miles

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Saxon Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Finca - ‬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.

Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset

Perfect for families and group getaways, Chelsea Cottage sleeps up to 10 guests across 5 spacious bedrooms, with 4.5 bathrooms, multiple living areas, a games room and a private hot tub included. Set in a peaceful Dorset village, it’s ideal for relaxed countryside stays with plenty of space to come together — or spread out and unwind.

✔ Sleeps 10 (5 bedrooms)
✔ 4.5 bathrooms
✔ Private hot tub included
✔ BBQ & outdoor dining
✔ Games room (Xbox, Wii, table football)
✔ Multiple living spaces (ideal for groups)
✔ Large dining table for 10
✔ Peaceful Dorset village location

The Space

Chelsea Cottage is designed with group stays in mind, offering generous space across multiple living areas so guests can enjoy time together without feeling crowded. The large kitchen and dining area comfortably seats 10, making it perfect for shared meals, celebrations or relaxed evenings in.

The property includes a cosy main living room, additional seating areas, and a dedicated games room — ideal for keeping both adults and children entertained during your stay.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
5 bedrooms sleeping up to 10 guests
Flexible layout suitable for families and mixed groups
4.5 bathrooms, reducing morning queues and making group stays easy
Outside Space

The enclosed garden provides a safe and private outdoor space to relax, dine, and unwind.

Private hot tub included for your stay
BBQ available for guest use
Outdoor seating area

Perfect for summer evenings or relaxing after a day exploring Dorset.

Location

Set in the charming village of Sydling St Nicholas, Chelsea Cottage offers a peaceful countryside setting while still being within easy reach of Dorset’s best attractions.

Dorchester nearby for shops, restaurants and amenities
Easy access to the Jurassic Coast
Surrounded by countryside walks and scenic views

Perfect For
Family gatherings
Multi-generation stays
Group holidays
Relaxed countryside breaks

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No use of hot tub by any children under 8, those children over 8 must be supervised.
Booking form must be completed to the owner. Please note occupancy rules apply to day guests
No EV charging on the property. Smoking not allowed on premises

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note the house is close to a stream

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset to the airport?

This cottage is 43.2 mi (69-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset to the beach?

This cottage is 14.2 mi (39-min drive) from Chesil Beach and 18.3 mi (26-min drive) from Weymouth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset to downtown Dorchester?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Sydling St Nicholas.

Spacious Family & Group Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub & Games Room | Dorset Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, village and great for a chilled family getsway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is ideal for a family get-together. Roomy, welcoming and well equipped and set in a lovely small village.A delightful and helpful host who was always available
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home. We couldn’t have asked for anything more.Gill was a great host, she greeted us personally and laid on a cream tea for our arrival
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Outstanding Property

A truly wonderful property in a stunning location, I cannot recommend this highly enough. We definitely will consider returning as is is undoubtedly one of the best properties we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Tranquil

This house was ideal for our 3-generation half-term holiday. There was space for the little ones to roar around but also the opportunity for the oldies to find a peaceful corner. The village is relatively remote so we had to do quite a lot of driving to find entertainment for the junior members or history for the seniors but it was a delight to return to peace and quiet. And the pub serve us well!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Family holiday

A beautiful home , where 9 members (age3-71 of our family enjoyed 6 nights . Plenty of room, everything you could need for self catering, lovely garden with hot tub in a fantastic setting. Communication with Gill was prompt and efficient. We visited Lulworth Cove and Weymouth, as well as Kingston Maurward Animal park( free), and had Sunday lunch at nearby Brewers Arms. Lots of nice walks too. I can certainly recommend this property .
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Puneet V.

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

Magical

We spent a family Christmas here and weren’t disappointed. The property itself is large enough for 9-10 people comfortably, with lots of space. The village is wonderful, very quaint, with some superb country walks, but not too far from Dorchester or Yeovil.The only issues we had were with some of the mattresses in some rooms being too soft, but that’s down to personal preference.Overall, would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M S.

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

Easter break - Chelsea Cottage, Dorset

We visited this lovely cottage over the school easter break with our parents, siblings and respective families (9 of us). The location and surroundings, cottage itself and the amenities, were all wonderful and consistent with the description online. We all had a wonderful time - lovely spaces around the house to lounge, for the children to disappear and enjoy their indoor and outdoor play, as well as a nicely equipped kitchen to enjoy food, beverages and social nibbles whilst having the extended breakfasts, unwinding after a long walk or preparing the big dinner :) !! Great location to explore the Dorset area and coastline....
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

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

A beautiful house in which to spend time with the family.

Chelsea Cottage was large enough for us all to have plenty of space. There was lots to do for the grandchildren. They played a lot in the games room and in the garden. We loved our family meals in the airy conservatory and relaxing in the lounge in the evenings. Our daughters-in-law in particular loved the hot tub! We enjoyed our daily outings, especially our fossil tour with the grandchildren in Charmouth. The Greyhound pub in Sydling Saint Nicholas served up a very delicious birthday lunch for my husband. All in all a really enjoyable week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

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

Beautiful house in a lovely peaceful location

We arrived at Chelsea cottage and was met by Gill who showed us round. The house is as stunning as the photos. Plenty of space for all of us to enjoy time together as a family. The kids loved playing in the games room and running round the huge garden. The beds were so comfortable and my daughter said she wished she could take the bed home with her We had plenty of space in the garden for an Easter egg hunt and then walked up the road to a lovely liitle park. In half an hour we were able to drive to Weymouth beach which the kids loved. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this house and would love to return one day. Thanks again Gill
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sarah B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025