Title: Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71423946&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck Holiday home in Wareham with water park and Hot tub ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck ![Exterior detail - Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck (Church Knowle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71424000/71423946/746570d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck (Church Knowle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71424000/71423946/73b03512.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck (Church Knowle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71424000/71423946/a24dbb56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck (Church Knowle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71424000/71423946/w1330h750x0y0-16a34339.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player - Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck (Church Knowle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71424000/71423946/a34d8562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of the Purbeck hills, this semi-rural 5-bedroom country house near Church Knowle village offers a large sun deck with outdoor seating for al fresco dining. Unwind in the spacious living room with seating for up to 10 guests and explore nearby beaches like Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Swanage. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102002 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - 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. ### Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck A semi rural 5 bedroom / 2 bathroom country house with a large garden and sun deck, situated on the edge of the beautiful village of Church Knowle in the heart of the Purbeck hills. Recently refurbished throughout to a very high standard, whilst retaining many of its original features. Enter through the front gates into a large driveway with enough space for 10 cars and this welcoming detached property set in it's own grounds of just over 3/4 of an acre will instantly make you feel at home and relaxed. With a large sun deck at the rear of the property overlooking the Purbeck hills and with plenty of outdoor seating, it really is the ideal spot for al fresco dining or relaxing with a bottle of wine. On the ground floor you’ll find a spacious living room with a dining area and seating for up to 10 guests, fully-fitted kitchen, utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer and boot/boiler room. Also on the ground floor you will find a shower room and toilet and four double bedrooms two of which can be made up as twin rooms if required. Upstairs you will find another double bedroom and a bathroom with a bath/shower and toilet. Every bedroom is equipped with an alarm clock, shaver adapter and two USB sockets to charge your electronic devices. Situated in the stunning village of Church Knowle, this spacious yet cosy country house has a whole host of amenities within a short distance including village shops, a post office, bakery, gift shops, galleries and friendly pubs run by warm and welcoming landlords. There is also plenty to do in the area with beaches across the stunning Jurassic Coast (including Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Studland and Swanage all within easy reach), fantastic walking, several National Trust properties, outdoor activities and some of the South's most historical sites, such as Corfe Castle, just a short drive away. This is the perfect location to explore all that the stunning county of Dorset has to offer and would make the ideal retreat for a romantic weekend away, or family escape to the country. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Alarm clock - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - In-room accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,002 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111325800/111325761/b6defb30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SeaView,Sleeps 4to6,Pet friendly, Parking Wareham - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=111325761&PinnedHotelID=111325761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113330000/113325400/113325376/7c778cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully restored Grade II listed house, nestled in a picturesque village! 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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 Vrbo Property ## 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%7C50.63585%2C-2.08108&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6MGivD6gJPI7ct1ynmx_hJYYHWU=) Church Knowle, England #### What's nearby - Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Corfe Castle \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Swanage Beach \- 9 min drive \- 7.7 miles - Poole Harbour \- 23 min drive \- 16.5 miles - Durdle Door \- 26 min drive \- 12.7 miles #### Getting around - Wareham Norden Station - 6 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive - ‪Square & Compass - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Old Granary - ‬6 min drive - ‪Corfe Castle Tea Rooms - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Kings Arms - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck? ### Where is Beautiful Dorset Country House in the Heart of the Stunning Isle of Purbeck located? ## Have a question? 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