5 Bed in Dorchester (oc-87050) | Cottage in Minterne Magna
5 Bedroom Cottage in Pulham, Minterne Magna
The village of Minterne Magna is steeped in history and home to the beautiful Minterne House and Gardens. Landscaped in the manner of Capability Brown, the gardens flow through the valley and feature an important collection of Himalayan rhododendrons and azaleas. Here you’ll also find daffodils, bluebells, primulas, and ornamental cherries that flower in abundance under a canopy of magnificent trees. Guests enjoy complementary access to the gardens during their stay. The house isn’t open to the public, but personal tours can be arranged by request – highly recommended for history fans. Be sure to check out the Minterne Estate’s calendar of events to see what’s on during your stay. Local amenities can be found, along with the much-photographed hillside giant in Cerne Abbas (2 miles). Within 10 miles is Dorchester with its museums and bustling high street, and the picturesque town of Sherborne, where you can explore the two castles and visit the beautiful abbey
This traditional detached farmhouse forms part of the Minterne Estate and sits alongside farm buildings. A private entrance gives access to a welcoming boot room, the ideal spot to leave muddy footwear after long walks in the surrounding countryside. There is a washing machine, tumble dryer, and freezer located here and a useful shower room with WC next door. Heading further into the property you will come to the family kitchen. At the heart of the property, this sociable room has a central table for informal dining, a range-style cooker with gas hob and electric ovens, a microwave, fridge, and a dishwasher. To make you feel even more at home some essentials are provided including oils, condiments, fruit, tea, coffee, bread, jam, washing machine tablets, dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid. Just next door is the striking dining room, with plenty of room for leisurely meals. There are two homely reception rooms in which to relax on the ground floor, a cosy snug with an open fireplace and a light and bright sitting room with a TV and wood burner (fire wood, lighters and kindling are fully stocked for your stay). Two separate staircases rise to the first floor, giving access to the five bedrooms. There is a super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom (which can be a twin on request) with an en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, a twin bedroom and three double bedrooms which share a bathroom with bath and WC. One of the double bedrooms has two single day beds which are available on request.
Heading outside, you will find a pretty, enclosed garden with established shrubs and plants, plus a private hot tub and dining area with gas BBQ (cylinder provided with gas), perfect for al-fresco dining. There is ample off-road parking in a shared yard to the rear of the property. A short walk from the property, across the lane, will take you to a shared walled garden adjacent to Minterne House. There is a lawn tennis court and heated outdoor pool with changing room, open from April to September, between 10am - 4pm daily. Each property will have a designated 2 hour slot each day (varying times) for sole use of the pool, with times displayed in the cottage on arrival. Access to Minterne Gardens is included daily from 10am to 6pm.
House Rules
Additional information and rules
1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog
- Sleeps 10+2 with 2 single beds available in one of the double bedrooms, on request
- 5 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be a twin on request), 3 doubles and 1 twin
- 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, and 1 shower room with WC
- Range-style electric cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher
- Utility room with freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer
- Travel cot and high-chair available on request
- Wood burner in the lounge and open fire in the snug (all logs provided)
- TV available in the lounge
- Selection of toiletries available
- There is a hairdryer in each bedroom
- Enclosed garden with lawn, furniture, and gas BBQ (full cylinder provided)
- Private hot tub
- Ample off-road parking
- Freshly prepared food by a brilliant chef can be arranged with the owner - perfect for a dinner party
- Free daily access to Minterne Gardens between 10am and 6pm - dogs on leads are welcome in the garden
- Shared access to a lawn tennis court (rackets and balls supplied)
- Shared outdoor heated pool (please bring pool towels), with changing room, from April until the end of September, between 10am - 4pm daily - each property will have a designated 2 hour slot each day (varying times) for the pool, with sole use of the pool - times will be displayed in the cottage on arrival
- When Lord Digby is in residence, guests are welcome to have a complimentary tour of the house and learn about the history
- Children must be accompanied when using the facilities
- Beach 15 miles, shops and pubs 2 miles
- Please note: Shared estate can be booked with property 87379, 88100 and 93723
Additional information and rules
1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog
- Sleeps 10+2 with 2 single beds available in one of the double bedrooms, on request
- 5 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be a twin on request), 3 doubles and 1 twin
- 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, and 1 shower room with WC
- Range-style electric cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher
- Utility room with freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer
- Travel cot and high-chair available on request
- Wood burner in the lounge and open fire in the snug (all logs provided)
- TV available in the lounge
- Selection of toiletries available
- There is a hairdryer in each bedroom
- Enclosed garden with lawn, furniture, and gas BBQ (full cylinder provided)
- Private hot tub
- Ample off-road parking
- Freshly prepared food by a brilliant chef can be arranged with the owner - perfect for a dinner party
- Free daily access to Minterne Gardens between 10am and 6pm - dogs on leads are welcome in the garden
- Shared access to a lawn tennis court (rackets and balls supplied)
- Shared outdoor heated pool (please bring pool towels), with changing room, from April until the end of September, between 10am - 4pm daily - each property will have a designated 2 hour slot each day (varying times) for the pool, with sole use of the pool - times will be displayed in the cottage on arrival
- When Lord Digby is in residence, guests are welcome to have a complimentary tour of the house and learn about the history
- Children must be accompanied when using the facilities
- Beach 15 miles, shops and pubs 2 miles
- Please note: Shared estate can be booked with property 87379, 88100 and 93723
Host Terms & Conditions
The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.
5 Bed in Dorchester (oc-87050) is located in Pulham. 5 Bed in Dorchester (oc-87050) provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Hot Tub, Internet, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, Pet Friendly and Pool to make your stay a comfortable one.
5 Bed in Dorchester (oc-87050) has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Pulham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Pulham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Policies
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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
FAQ's
Is this Pulham cottage pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Pulham cottage have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Pulham cottage has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Pulham cottage?
Best-rates for the Pulham cottage starts from $944 per night with includes Private Pool, Kitchen, Hot Tub, Internet, Pet Friendly, Pool, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, TV, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Pulham cottage a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Pulham cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Pulham cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Pulham cottage?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Pulham cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Pulham cottage?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
