Title: Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112489614&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Vacation home in Dorchester with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms ![Exterior - Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (Piddlehinton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112489700/112489614/35efe4c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (Piddlehinton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112489700/112489614/c611c3d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (Piddlehinton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112489700/112489614/5b2bbee9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (Piddlehinton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112489700/112489614/45a5b9aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (Piddlehinton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112489700/112489614/33c89d86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms11 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Purchased by the current owners' family during the First World War, the main house of West Lodge is now a retreat for writers in exile. Built as a later Victorian extension of the original Georgian farmhouse from 1789, the unique Artist's Studio at West Lodge invites you to stay in Piddlehinton in the picturesque Piddle Valley, in what is the original studio of Victorian artist John Baverstock Knight, whose grand-scale ceiling painting is a central feature of the light-filled and domed living space. Other examples of his work can be found in the bedrooms of this spacious former studio, added circa 1830\. The generous accommodation has been restored over the last two years, with sustainability in mind with high levels of insulation, solar panels and an air source heat pump. On arrival you enter the all first-floor accommodation via an external staircase and arrive in the front hallway. Two steps down take you to the stunning day space with its high ceiling, which consists of an attractive and well-equipped kitchen and large dining area, a comfortable seating area with feature marble fireplace and open fire and some unique artwork, furniture and fittings which have been carefully sourced. The utility room is conveniently located next to the kitchen. Stepping up to the hallway, you will find the three comfortable bedrooms, each with more original features including wooden window shutters. Bedroom one is a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room and bedrooms two and three offer twin single beds which can be zipped together to provide an additional king-size and super-king-size upon request. The family bathroom has a bath with rainfall and handheld shower. A large hall cupboard provides coat hanging and shelf storage and has a freezer within also. Artist's Studio is a wonderful holiday home for up to six guests and an ideal base for exploring the quaint villages along and around the Piddle Valley and the county town of Dorchester is just a short drive away with its plethora of museums, attractions and shops. In addition to being convenient for cyclists, the location is ideal for trips out to the nearby Jurassic Coast, or for exploring the rural landscape of central Dorset. The nearby Thimble Inn pub is just a few steps away from your holiday retreat. With its artist heritage, guests wanting to paint during a stay will find an easel and clean-up facilities for brushes and palettes in the utility room, and floor covering can be provided upon request. So whether you are looking for a restful painting break, a great base for exploring the coast and countryside, or a cosy and comfortable home from home to enjoy time together, the Artist's Studio is perfect for all. Additional Information: One or two medium sized well-behaved dog/s (additional charge). Children and infants welcome (please provide your own infant equipment). Bedding is feather in bedroom one and three, bedding in bedroom two is synthetic. Parking for three cars in gravelled parking area. EV Charging available, Zappoint type 2, 22 KwH capacity. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 650211 ## 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%7C50.77802%2C-2.40788&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IarrZbubuoFs0liqv42uL6v8dpQ=) Piddlehinton, Dorset #### What's nearby - Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Poole Harbour \- 32 min drive \- 41.5 km - Durdle Door \- 37 min drive \- 31.6 km - Bournemouth Beach \- 39 min drive \- 47.9 km - Bournemouth International Centre \- 39 min drive \- 48.2 km #### Getting around - Dorchester West Station - 15 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive - ‪Thimble Inn - ‬2 min walk - ‪Kings Arms - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Old Ship Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Tom Brown's - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? ### What time is check-out at Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? ### Where is Artist's Studio - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? ## Have a question? 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