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The Old Post Office
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- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Cottage
- Pets allowed
Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Amazing location
Guests appreciate the location of this property.
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Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Amazing location
Guests appreciate the location of this property.
Perfect for walkers and book lovers, this enchanting thatched cottage nestles within the charming hamlet of Lower Bockhampton..
Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview TV, CD Player Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included.
Rear garden with patio, summerhouse and garden furniture.
Private parking for 1 car.
No smoking..
Enjoy a real taste of rural Dorset in this Grade II listed, 18th-century thatched cottage.
Settle in and feel at home; the cottage is full of historic character and original features, and is comfortably furnished, with plenty of books to enjoy in the cosy living room.
The kitchen/breakfast room looks over the peaceful cottage garden, a perfect spot to sit and relax while looking out for finches, woodpeckers and other feathered visitors.
There is also a lovely summerhouse for you enjoy if the weather turns chilly.
The cottage lies in the hamlet of Lower Bockhampton, which was the setting for Thomas Hardy’s novel ’Under the Greenwood Tree.’ The River Frome meanders through the village, and you can walk or cycle along the river path to the county town of Dorchester with its many museums, shops and attractions.
Another walk from the front door takes you through the woods to Thomas Hardy’s cottage at Higher Bockhampton.
The lake and gardens of Kingston Maurward are on the doorstep, and golf and fishing are available nearby.
There is so much to do in this beautiful part of Dorset.
Have a day out on the spectacular Jurassic Coast, enjoying magnificent clifftop views from the South Coast path and take in Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, or evocative Tyneham village.
For family fun, hop on the Swanage Steam Line and visit Corfe Castle, or head to Monkey World, the Bovington Tank Museum or the Dinosaur museum in Dorchester.
Just 7 miles away is Weymouth with its glorious sandy beaches, Georgian seafront, old harbour and traditional entertainment.
Heading west on one of Britain’s most beautiful roads will take you through Abbotsbury, with the Swannery and Subtropical Gardens, to lovely Bridport and West Bay.
Sandy beaches at Weymouth, 7 miles.
Shops 2 miles, pub 1 mile.
Free WiFi There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Towels are not included.
Suitable for up to 1 pet Perfect for walkers and book lovers, this enchanting thatched cottage nestles within the charming hamlet of Lower Bockhampton.
Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview TV, CD Player Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included.
Rear garden with patio, summerhouse and garden furniture.
Private parking for 1 car.
No smoking..
Enjoy a real taste of rural Dorset in this Grade II listed, 18th-century thatched cottage.
Settle in and feel at home; the cottage is full of historic character and original features, and is comfortably furnished, with plenty of books to enjoy in the cosy living room.
The kitchen/breakfast room looks over the peaceful cottage garden, a perfect spot to sit and relax while looking out for finches, woodpeckers and other feathered visitors.
There is also a lovely summerhouse for you enjoy if the weather turns chilly.
The cottage lies in the hamlet of Lower Bockhampton, which was the setting for Thomas Hardy’s novel ’Under the Greenwood Tree.’ The River Frome meanders through the village, and you can walk or cycle along the river path to the county town of Dorchester with its many museums, shops and attractions.
Another walk from the front door takes you through the woods to Thomas Hardy’s cottage at Higher Bockhampton.
The lake and gardens of Kingston Maurward are on the doorstep, and golf and fishing are available nearby.
There is so much to do in this beautiful part of Dorset.
Have a day out on the spectacular Jurassic Coast, enjoying magnificent clifftop views from the South Coast path and take in Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, or evocative Tyneham village.
For family fun, hop on the Swanage Steam Line and visit Corfe Castle, or head to Monkey World, the Bovington Tank Museum or the Dinosaur museum in Dorchester.
Just 7 miles away is Weymouth with its glorious sandy beaches, Georgian seafront, old harbour and traditional entertainment.
Heading west on one of Britain’s most beautiful roads will take you through Abbotsbury, with the Swannery and Subtropical Gardens, to lovely Bridport and West Bay.
Sandy beaches at Weymouth, 7 miles.
Shops 2 miles, pub 1 mile.
Free WiFi There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Towels are not included.
Suitable for up to 1 pet Perfect for walkers and book lovers, this enchanting thatched cottage nestles within the charming hamlet of Lower Bockhampton.
What this place offers you
Parking
TV
Kitchen
Yard
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Heating
Bedlinen
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
1 Double bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single beds
Where you'll stay
Explore map
House rules
- Check-in: From 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM
- Check-out: Until 10:00 AM
- Dog allowed, Cats allowed, Small pets allowed
- Smoking not allowed
Good to know
- Suitable for children
Guest reviews
9.2
Fantastic
Exceptional
10.0
From verified guest
Lovely place to stay, we really enjoyed out time their. Walking our dog in Puddletown Forest and visiting the cafe their was great fun, plus trips into Dorchester and down to the coast. We will deffinitely consider staying there again.
Very good
8.0
Edward Baker, Nov 2025
Lovely cosy cottage, in a pretty village. Not that peaceful as it's used as a rat run for the local white van men. Lovely walks to Dorchester and the surrounding woods. Everything we needed, and lots of space, loved by our dog.
Very good
8.0
Shirley Sprules, Oct 2025
A nice cottage set in a good area, not far from Dorchester. Lovely view of fields etc. Footpaths nearby. Not far from Thomas Hardy's cottage.The cottage was nice but could do with updating. New kitchen units and a new bathroom put in. Bed was lovely to sleep in. A nice large garden to sit in. Two nice tearooms nearby. The Pine lodge tearooms and the one. at Hardy's cottage.
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