The Courtyard House - Luxury Cottage In Dorset

Dating from the mid 18th century, The Courtyard House is a tasteful and beautifully appointed property accommodating up to 8 guests, or for larger parties can be taken with its neighbour The Garden House, subject to availability. Both properties can be booked as a combination in Park House, accommodating up to 19 guests.

Enjoying far reaching rural views, this handsome, semi-detached property provides all the splendour and elegance of the Victorian era along with the comforts and luxuries of the modern age, thanks to a sensitive and thoughtful renovation. Guests can enjoy the spacious sitting room with high ceilings, dual aspect tall windows and a roaring open fire. The modern kitchen has ample facilities to cater for everyone, along with a dining table seating up to 10 guests, providing a sociable area for preparing and enjoying those special occasions. Also on the ground floor are a useful utility room and a spacious cloakroom/wc (complete with arm chair).

The bedrooms are located on both the first and second floors, with a super-king size bedroom and a king-size bedroom on the first floor; both with en-suites. On the second floor are two further bedrooms, one with a double bed, and the other with twin single beds. Both of these rooms have an additional ‘day’ bed for a third guest in each if required. A bathroom is also located on this level.

The Courtyard House and The Garden House are ideally located for visiting the county town of Dorchester, Ringstead Bay, Weymouth Beach and the charming Lulworth Cove.

Check in/ Checkout Times

Check in: 4:00 pm | Check out: 10:00 am

Accommodation Description

Ground Floor:
Sitting room

A spacious room with ample seating, Sky television, DVD player and an open fire.
Dining kitchen
Modern and well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, American style fridge freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine. Dining table seating up to 10 guests.
Utility room
With a washing machine and tumble dryer.
Cloakroom
With wash basin, WC and arm chair.

First Floor:
Bedroom one

With a 6' super-king size bed.
En-suite shower room
With a double shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a 5' king-size bed.
En-suite bathroom
With a bath, wash basin and WC.

Second Floor:
Bedroom three

With a king size bed (zip and link) and an additional day bed for a third guest if required.
Bedroom four
With twin 3' single beds and an additional day bed for a third guest if required.
Bathroom
With a bath, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
A large courtyard with picnic table and benches. A charcoal barbecue is provided.
Parking for up to four cars on a designated gravelled parking area.

Additional Information:
One well behaved dog welcome on request (small additional charge).
A high chair and travel cot is available upon request.

  • Child Friendly
  • Countryside
  • Cycling Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Family Friendly
  • High Chair Available
  • Internet
  • Luxury
  • Near Golf Course
  • Near Walks
  • Open Fire / Log Burner
  • Parking Available
  • Pets
  • Short Breaks Allowed
  • Travel Cot
  • Washing Machine

About the area

The Courtyard House is approximately 2 miles south east of the county town Dorchester, with miles of footpaths and bridleways from its doorstep. The beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, with the iconic, picturesque Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove is within close reach. The famous coastline offers over 300 coastal country walks, offering breathtaking views over Dorset’s 200 million year old shoreline.

For those who are after some peace and tranquillity, sign up for a workshop, events and many more, on your doorstep, a visit to Sculpture by the Lakes set in 26 acres of glorious countryside, is the perfect choice.

A family day out to Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World is always worth a visit and packed with fun for all ages.

Dorset is Thomas Hardy country and a visit to Hardy's Cottage a few miles away is one of the many National Trust properties in the area to explore - Max Gate, the former Victorian home of Thomas Hardy and designed by him is situated on the outskirts of Dorchester, just over a mile from the property.

Clouds Hill, the former home of T.E. Lawrence is an isolated cottage near Wareham and is run by the National Trust.

For those with an interest in the trade union history, the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum tells the story of the Martyrs' arrest, trial and punishment.