Title: Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. 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 # Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. Holiday home in Dorchester ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69366600/69366597/b638d707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69366600/69366597/d7b529c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69366600/69366597/111a3dc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69366600/69366597/2aee253a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69370000/69366600/69366597/94eafbe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Dorchester’s charming country town setting is just a short walk from Southgate Coach House, providing an ideal couples' retreat. Unwind in the bright sitting room or modern kitchen with breakfast bar, then step outside to enjoy your morning coffee on the garden terrace under a pergola. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 211 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. Southgate Coach House is a perfect couples' retreat, ideally situated just a short walk away from the centre of Dorchester, the country town of Dorset. The property has been refurbished throughout and is attractively furnished and well-equipped to provide a comfortable retreat for two. The accommodation includes a bright sitting room with television, a modern well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. There is a spacious double bedroom, and a large shower room. There is an outdoor dining terrace with pergola and a table and chairs, the perfect spot for enjoying your morning coffee or an alfresco lunch or dinner. Guests can easily stroll in to town and visit the famous Dorset County Museum to discover and enjoy the richness of the county’s natural, historical and cultural heritage with world-class collections. Other popular attractions within the town are Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum, The Tutankhamun Museum which features a spectacular recreation of Tutankhamun's tomb and treasures, and The Keep Military Museum. Within easy reach is the Jurassic Coast, and the popular locations of Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Weymouth, Burton Bradstock, Westbay and Charmouth. Famously named Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy’s novels 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' and 'Tess of the D’Urbervilles', it is easy to appreciate how Dorchester and the surrounding area inspired the author. Just a short stroll away you can amble along the River Frome, and nearby you will find the ruins of a Roman villa with its mosaic tiled floors. A stay at this well-situated property offers many opportunities for walking, cycling, sightseeing, shopping and dining. Ground Floor: Sitting room With sofa, armchair, footstool and television. Kitchen With an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Dining area With breakfast bar and two stools. First Floor: Bedroom With a king-size bed. Shower room With a walk-in shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Outside: A garden terrace under a pergola, with bistro table and chairs and stone bench. There is parking for one car on the gravelled section of the shared gated drive. Additional Information: Sorry no pets. Travel cot and high chair available on request (please bring your own cot linen). 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. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Cycling 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 - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90330000/90326300/90326267/9cd3726a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Coach House in Dorset's Area of Outstanding Beauty - 1 bedroom Maiden Newton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=90326267&PinnedHotelID=90326267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119690000/119681200/119681163/c268afe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dorchester Centre Apartment - Free Parking & Views Dorchester - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=119681163&PinnedHotelID=119681163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57720000/57719900/57719802/90d59a58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Weymouth Weymouth - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=57719802&PinnedHotelID=57719802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95049700/95049696/1e292afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A wonderful base to enjoy your next holiday. 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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 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 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 585094 ## 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%7C50.71321%2C-2.43305&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GXFWG6wA5XvghdRdKkk_xO0GQlA=) Dorchester, Dorset #### What's nearby - Dinosaur Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Terracotta Warriors Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Tutankhamun: The Exhibition - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Roman Town House - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Dorchester South Station - 9 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kings Arms - ‬6 min walk - ‪Tom Brown's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. located? > Situated in Dorchester, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Dinosaur Museum, Terracotta Warriors Museum and Dorset Teddy Bear Museum. Borough Gardens and Tutankhamun: The Exhibition are also within 10 minutes. Dorchester South Station is 9 minutes by foot and Dorchester West Station is 9 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Southgate Coach House - attractively furnished cottage for two. 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona L. 21 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little gem in the Dorch Very comfortable cottage, cosy and warm. Everything we could have asked for. Hosts are lovely people, very accommodating Highly recommend for couples or singles Close to everything, great kitchen & shower. Highly rated ##### Fiona L. 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