Title: A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. Cottage in Dorchester with kitchen ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/1e292afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/50477159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/a0e8471f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/ccb9d713.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/30e9c20d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Dorchester's heart, Woodlander is your perfect holiday retreat. This newly refurbished haven offers a well-equipped kitchen, an open-plan living and dining area, two delightful bedrooms with comfortable beds and a beautiful garden where you can unwind. Enjoy exploring the charming town of Dorchester within walking distance or take short drives to Weymouth's sandy beaches and Bowleaze Cove’s tranquil beauty. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday!. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Welcome to Woodlander, your perfect getaway nestled in the heart of Dorchester! Newly refurbished in 2023, it offers you the ultimate comfort and convenience for a memorable holiday. As you step through the front door, you’ll be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The ground floor boasts a well-equipped kitchen, allowing you to unleash your culinary skills and prepare delicious meals during your stay. The open plan living and dining area provide a spacious and comfortable setting for relaxing and enjoying quality time with your loved ones. Heading up to the first floor, you’ll find two delightful bedrooms. The master bedroom features a cosy double bed, providing a restful sanctuary for a good night’s sleep. The second bedroom offers a comfortable single bed. Outside, a lawned garden invites you to relax and unwind, whether you choose to bask in the sun, indulge in a picnic, or simply enjoy the fresh air. Woodlander’s location is ideal for exploring the charming town of Dorchester. Just a short walk away, you’ll find yourself immersed in its rich history, picturesque streets, and vibrant atmosphere. Quaint pubs dot the landscape, offering you a chance to savour local flavours and enjoy a delightful evening within easy walking distance from your holiday home. Moreover, Woodlander serves as a gateway to some of Dorset’s most captivating attractions. A short drive will take you to the enchanting coastal town of Weymouth, where you can revel in sandy beaches, charming harbour views, and an array of watersports. The nearby Bowleaze Cove beckons with its tranquil beauty, while the iconic Durdle Door offers breathtaking cliffside vistas that will leave you awe-inspired. Let’s not forget Poundbury, a remarkable urban development showcasing architectural innovation and traditional design principles. Beach 8 miles. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32913600/32913547/c940a21e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Portland, near Weymouth Portland, near Weymouth - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=32913547&PinnedHotelID=32913547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262900/35262827/a3369e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Weymouth Weymouth - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=35262827&PinnedHotelID=35262827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38440000/38436900/38436872/b520b8f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet location, short walk to beach, with views of Portland and Jurassic coast Wyke Regis - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 109 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=38436872&PinnedHotelID=38436872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33580200/33580124/8e446ef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury mobile home with spectacular sea views. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK44363-UK44363 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.70683%2C-2.42623&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xyY3c4mAx8Enr6DYGiP67T6Ya0c=) Dorchester #### What's nearby - Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Maiden Castle - 11 min drive - 3.6 miles - Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles - Weymouth Beach - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles #### Getting around - Dorchester South Station - 13 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coffee #1 - ‬15 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬14 min walk - ‪Trumpet Major - ‬5 min walk - ‪Vivo Lounge - ‬16 min walk - ‪wagamama - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. located? > Situated in Dorchester, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Hardy Literary Locations and Max Gate. Maumbury Rings and Dinosaur Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dorchester South Station is 13 minutes by foot and Dorchester West Station is 19 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Bennett 2 Sept 2025 #### Well located close to town centre. Well located close to town centre. Ideal for two people welcome pack provided. House met our expectations. Good parking easy access to town centre and hgood connections to rail & bus services if you want leave at home. Dorchester has a lot to offer, 3 museums, interesting shops and some good river walks ##### Anthony Bennett This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret Spence 11 Jul 2025 #### Lovely clean, cosy and comfortable house, only a mile’s easy walk from the centre of Dorchest Lovely clean, cosy and comfortable house, only a mile’s easy walk from the centre of Dorchester. Lots to do in the locality with many interesting historic sites and walks. ##### Margaret Spence This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey Darvell 4 Jun 2025 #### A comfortable house in a great location for visiting Dorchester and surrounding area. A comfortable house in a great location for visiting Dorchester and surrounding area. Directions and entry instructions easy. Great off road parking. Spotlessly clean. Comfortable beds. Lovely walk in shower. Would definitely stay again. ##### Tracey Darvell This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Lord 10 Apr 2025 #### Excellent location and great to have parking. Excellent location and great to have parking. ##### Jane Lord ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)