Title: The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms 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 # The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Holiday home in Dorchester with kitchen and fireplace ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97890000/97882800/97882717/88274cce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97890000/97882800/97882717/656d9fa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97890000/97882800/97882717/14fbe4a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97890000/97882800/97882717/2978ff7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97890000/97882800/97882717/c691ef6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Cerne Abbas, England's most beautiful village, The Old Court House offers a warm welcome with its well-equipped kitchen and wood burning stove. Enjoy the picturesque views of the Cerne Giant from this historic cottage while relaxing in the south-facing garden or strolling through the village to nearby tearooms and pubs. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 411 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms The Old Court House is located in the charming and picturesque village of Cerne Abbas, previously voted England's most beautiful village. Overlooking the village is the famous Cerne Giant, which at 180ft, is the largest chalk figure in the country. This historic cottage, brimming with original features, and dating back to 1859, welcomes you with a well-equipped kitchen, and an open-plan sitting room with wood burning stove and a dining area. A pretty internal passageway leads you through from the front of the cottage to the back garden, and the rear porch area allows you to relax at a table and chairs with a coffee, looking out to the south-facing garden. On the first floor of this characterful cottage and off a large landing area, you will find the two spacious bedrooms, each with beautiful beamed ceilings, plus a family bathroom and a separate shower room. Just steps away from the cottage is the popular village tearooms where you can enjoy breakfast, a tasty lunch or perhaps a delicious cream tea, and you are spoilt for choice with three pubs located on the high street, just a short stroll away, and a well-stocked village store. This popular village is a walker's delight with an abundance of routes right from the door step, and as it is nestled in the beautiful Cerne Valley the views all around are magnificent, being a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. A stroll around the village centre is recommended as you will enjoy seeing numerous attractive cottages, many of which date back to the late medieval period, with the central street pattern formed in medieval times and still surviving to the present day, leading up to the Abbey ruins. The county town of Dorchester is just 8 miles away and has a good selection of shops, museums, cafes and restaurants as well as two cinemas. Around a 30-minute drive away the seaside resort of Weymouth which boasts a long and sandy beach, shops, restaurants and seaside attractions, and the wider Jurassic Coast is within easy reach. The nearby town of Sherborne with its two castles and famous Abbey is close by, and just along the Cerne Valley you will find the beautiful Minterne House and Gardens. The Old Court House is perfect for couples or family who want to explore Dorset and its history, and enjoy the delights of this unique and popular village. Additional Information: Sorry, no pets. Children and Infants welcome (please provide your own travel cot and linen). The bedding is non-feather. Nearby on-street parking close by and throughout the village. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - 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 - Garden - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113373200/113373187/8c8f0af3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Live the coastal cottage dream in Dorset AONB Osmington - 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sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms South Perrott - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=103559138&PinnedHotelID=103559138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 630556 ## 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%7C50.80859%2C-2.47724&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7dKsoHYdZTGc_vSrf-Ofd3_M5qM=) Cerne Abbas, Dorset #### What's nearby - Cerne Abbas Giant - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Dorset and East Devon Coast - 27 min drive - 18.6 miles - Weymouth Beach - 27 min drive - 19.4 miles - Weymouth Harbour - 27 min drive - 20.0 miles - Durdle Door - 45 min drive - 24.3 miles #### Getting around - Maiden Newton Station - 16 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Thimble Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪Saxon Arms - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gaggle of Geese - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Sun Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Poachers Inn - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old Court House - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located? > Situated in Dorchester, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cerne Abbas Giant and within 6 miles (10 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Clay Pigeon Raceway. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Borough Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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