The Old School Cottage
ID: S2636
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Snaptrip says
The Old School Cottage in Dorset offers a tranquil setting with lovely views, ideal for exploring the area. Guests appreciate the EV charger, the welcoming host Joan, and the property's suitability for families and pets. While some guests mention issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the charm of the cottage and its location are frequently praised.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests finding the cottage not up to standard, mentioning dust, cobwebs, and a general need for a deeper clean. However, some guests felt their stay was comfortable, indicating variability in the cleaning service.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, proximity to Dorchester, and ease of access to local attractions and the Dorset coastline. The idyllic setting and convenience for exploring the area contribute to a high score.
Comfort receives a moderate score due to mixed feedback. Guests enjoyed the views and the woodburner, but some found the beds hard and the seating uncomfortable. The sloping ceilings presented challenges for taller guests.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the EV charger being a notable bonus. However, there are comments about inadequate kitchen utensils, issues with the toilets, and a need for better furniture arrangement and maintenance.
While some guests mention the provision of eggs and mince pies upon arrival, there is insufficient information across reviews to determine a consistent level of thoughtfulness regarding gifts or extra touches. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
A delightful attached barn conversion set in the rural Dorset hamlet of Tincleton, within the valley of the River Frome and only 5 miles from Dorchester. Set in the grounds of the owner's Grade II listed 1840 school house, this cottage is attached to a picture framing workshop and has been converted to create a charming holiday home, well-suited to a couple or a small family group. The sitting and dining area boasts a lovely warming woodburner, making it a cosy place to snuggle up after your day out exploring, whilst the master bedroom, open to the staircase, benefits from an en-suite basin and WC. Visitors are welcome to relax in the large shared lawned garden, a restful place to unwind after your day's adventures. There is a small art gallery on site, and with picture framing available as well, why not pick up a unique souvenir of your stay in this beautiful part of the country? Locally, there are lovely walks to be had along the Frome Valley, whilst within short drives are Thomas Hardy's pretty cottage at Bockhampton and Lawrence of Arabia's home at Clouds Hill, both well worth a visit. Within easy reach are the well-loved attractions of Monkey World, The Tank Museum at Bovington and the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. Visitors to this lovely area can browse the array of interesting shops or the colourful market stalls in Dorchester or alternatively can spend time exploring the spectacular scenery and lovely beaches along Dorset's Jurassic Coast. A welcoming and cosy cottage at any time of the year.
Tincleton is a tiny hamlet in Dorset, nestled in a beautiful rural setting within the valley of the River Frome. The hamlet is just five miles east of the county town of Dorchester which has many shops and attractions to discover. The area has many wonderful and picturesque walks to offer visitors and the countryside is rich in wildlife, with the River Frome being designated an Area of Special Scientific Interest. Also very popular with those who visit Dorset is the stunning Dorset Jurassic Coast, with the coastal path offering spectacular views and beautiful sandy beaches nearby.
Accommodation
Two eaves bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area, woodburner and stairs to bedrooms.
Oil central heating with woodburner.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, wifi, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.Electric Car Charging Point.
Lockable bike storage.
Shared enclosed, lawned garden and patio with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Cats and other pets welcome.
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Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub and local butcher 2.5 miles.
Note: Owner can stock freezer with meals from the Cook shop in Dorchester prior to guests' arrival, by prior arrangement and at extra cost.
Note: There is an art gallery and framing studio on-site, please contact the owner for further details.
Please note: This property has a minimum stay of x3nights.
Nearby points of interest
- The Tank Museum
- Monkey World
- The Dinosaur Museum
- Poole Harbour
- Durdle Door
- Lulworth Cove
- Corfe Castle
- Kingston Lacy - National Trust
Reviews (40)
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Jonathan
It quite and has nice areas to take your dog.
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Rosie
The cottage is in the grounds of the owners home, the cottage is a block that has their garage on one end and their workshop the other which they were in a lot of the time, there is no privacy you are in a goldfish bowl, the picture is very deceiving the area you see in front of the cottage is the shared parking area. The cottage smells of damp, it is not clean, cobwebs and dust on all picture frames and on the bedside tables, lampshade stained with watermarks, TV screen has not been cleaned for a while, dust on the wooden floor behind the TV - the cottage needs a deep clean. Main bathroom is off the kitchen and the smell of damp hits you as you open the door and the shower is COLD - I raised with the owner who boosted and then came in and checked and the water was warmer but when I showered on the Tuesday evening the water was cold again. Main bedroom area is dangerous, there are very sloping ceilings and when you access a small toilet and basin area when you come back out watch your head, my partner and I both hit our head the first evening and me again really badly on the Saturday morning the tears did not stop for most of the day. We were woken early a couple of mornings - once by a JCB and workmen fixing a tree that overhung their property and another morning by them turning on their car with the radio on loud whilst they loaded up. Heating was on a timer and came on in the morning and evening but we tried to get it to come on when we got back one afternoon no joy. I don't know how this property has a 4 tick rating from Sykes they need to visit and reassess the property. We left early and will not be using Sykes cottages again.
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Louise
Whilst in correspondence about this, the owner kindly agreed to put a bed downstairs for me to be with the dog as he is unwell but on arrival this had not happened and she was away. Also advertised is can pre order meals to be put in the freezer, I did order three but none were left. The property was not clean. It smelt dirty, was dusty, mouldy in party and the toilet brush was floating in a holder of excrement on arrival. There were several flies about so we contacted Sykes who contacted owner after one night but we were not offered a solution. On the third night we had around 200 /300 flies come in from somewhere which was hideous. I had to move my 86 year old mum out at 10.30 pm due to this. The owners response was, this happens sometimes. Not a situation I would like other guests to be in.