Title: The Old School Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old School Cottage Cottage in Dorchester with kitchen and furnished balcony ## Photo gallery for The Old School Cottage ![Cottage | Interior - The Old School Cottage (Dorchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26992000/26991935/5d80c986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage - The Old School Cottage (Dorchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26992000/26991935/e73d6a80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Old School Cottage (Dorchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26992000/26991935/3b50072a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Old School Cottage (Dorchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26992000/26991935/7b1d0906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior - The Old School Cottage (Dorchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26992000/26991935/64c79ad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Old School Cottage provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### The Old School Cottage Cottage in Dorchester with kitchen and furnished balcony A garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a furnished balcony. A kitchen with a stovetop and a dishwasher is available, and other amenities include a washing machine and a TV. Housekeeping is not available. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Dorchester cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Furnished patio - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### 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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The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center are also worth visiting. [Visit our Dorchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorchester.dx182509) [View more Cottages in Dorchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorchester-Cottages.d182509-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C50.72528%2C-2.31786&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Iu1FHENiKRH4MkVFW8cdyBJk8Vk=) Dorchester, England ### What's nearby - ![Peaceful Sunrise at Lulworth Cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337125/5479789d-029b-45e5-b3ea-c51e5a9b8c89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lulworth Cove 16 min drive \- 20.3 km - ![Weymouth Beach showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092157/fe1fc8cb-3085-4f78-ab83-d886d53de42b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Weymouth Beach 24 min drive \- 25.0 km - ![Durdle Door showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092145/7b41be52-75eb-46ef-b9e1-8761bd302923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durdle Door 26 min drive \- 19.8 km - ![Poole Harbour featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150277/d21d7868-ece4-47a2-a683-9c5597cf5457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Poole Harbour 27 min drive \- 34.2 km - Sculpture by the Lakes 17 min walk \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Moreton Station 8 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - Hurricane Terrace & Bar 7 min drive - Trumpet Major 11 min drive - Monkey World Cafe 7 min drive - treetops cafe 7 min drive - New Inn 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old School Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Old School Cottage? ### What time is check-out at The Old School Cottage? ### Where is The Old School Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old School Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Stuart Aug 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication Lovely host and perfect location ##### Stuart Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony Nov 28, 2023 Couldn't control heating yourself which meant it was always cold in the cottage ##### Anthony Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Peterborough by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Peterborough.h281577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peterborough.h2928593.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Milton Keynes](https://www.expedia.ca/Milton-Keynes-Hotels-Novotel-Milton-Keynes.h892420.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Lumley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street-Hotels-Lumley-Castle-Hotel.h175571.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Crawley-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-London-Gatwick-Hotel.h6579.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information)