[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 - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Vacation home in Beaminster with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559200/103559138/7aeae4eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Unclassified image, 2 of 22, button](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559200/103559138/5ef31a9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559200/103559138/68e57087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559200/103559138/5877c596.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559200/103559138/f16dcf94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Dorset, The Old School offers a charming retreat with a walled garden and pond. Unwind in the sitting room by the wood burning stove or relax on the Loggia overlooking open countryside. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 611 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - 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. ### The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms The Old School is a charming stone and tiled country cottage which used to be the village school. Retaining many of the original features like the school bell, vaulted kitchen/dining room, Gothic arched doors and mullion windows, this luxury holiday cottage has been sympathetically refurbished to a high standard. On the ground floor the well-appointed accommodation includes an open-plan kitchen and dining room complete with feature Aga, and a cosy sitting room with wood burning stove, plus a single bedroom with additional pull-out bed, a wet room and a utility room. On the first floor you will find the two comfortable bedrooms with garden views, and the large family bathroom. Sitting on a quiet lane overlooking open countryside, and with a fully-enclosed walled garden including a small pond, The Old School is ideally situated for exploring West Dorset, South Somerset, and the stunning countryside and numerous quaint villages all around. There is a Loggia open on two sides under a tiled roof with timber decking, offering the ideal space for relaxing and enjoying views across the garden, or a spot of alfresco dining. Nearby, there are plenty of places to visit, including the market towns of Crewkerne, Beaminster and Bridport, a selection of great country houses and gardens, and several of Dorset's famous hill forts including Lewesdon and Pilsdon Pen. Additional Information: A sixth guest can be accommodated by using the pull-out bed in the ground floor bedroom. Please request when making your booking. Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome to be kept to the ground floor and garden please (small additional charge). Walled, fully enclosed garden including a pond - parents, please ensure children are supervised at all times. A travel cot, stair gate and high chair are available on request. The pond in the garden is fitted with a pond safe system. Plasma TV in sitting room and bedroom one. DVD player. Playstation 3. TV and docking station in kitchen. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, highchair, dining tables](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95364600/95364576/97028c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Piggeries - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms Burton Bradstock, Bridport - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=95364576&PinnedHotelID=95364576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117850000/117840700/117840697/1c1c3f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 6 bedroom accommodation in Beaminster Beaminster - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=117840697&PinnedHotelID=117840697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117820000/117810600/117810542/971db004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Victorian House, Gym, Games Room & 2 Acre Gardens Hardington Mandeville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=117810542&PinnedHotelID=117810542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83100000/83090800/83090791/a76b0629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hollies Cottage 9 - UKC4532 Bower Hinton, near Martock - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space CA $937 CA $937 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=83090791&PinnedHotelID=83090791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78410000/78408500/78408413/w1125h806x0y10-a66c1b17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Somerset Farmhouse set in its own valley. 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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 635967 ## About the area Beaminster is home to this vacation home. Mapperton Gardens and Montacute House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and Cineworld Yeovil. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Huish Park or The Tunnel Target Sports Centre. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like birdwatching. [Visit our Beaminster travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Beaminster.dx7385) [View more Vacation homes in Beaminster](https://www.expedia.ca/Beaminster-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7385-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C50.85967%2C-2.74966&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cRpaRZ5Wcqs0ZiZahGqINeO5yuk=) South Perrott, South Perrott ### What's nearby - Mapperton Gardens - 16 min drive - 14.2 km - Montacute House - 18 min drive - 17.8 km - West Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 25.3 km - Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 31 min drive - 33.2 km - Lyme Regis Beach - 32 min drive - 33.9 km ### Getting around - Crewkerne Station - 6 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lord Poulett Arms - ‬13 min drive - ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bombay Spice - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bengal Fusion - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cilla & Camilla - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > Situated in Beaminster, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within 9 mi (15 km) of Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Mapperton Gardens. Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and Ham Hill Country Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old School - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances F. Feb 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Great place, worked really well for our family which included a baby under 2 and someone in a wheelchair. Its the 2nd time we have stayed there and would go back again. ##### Frances F. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### cate t. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location N/A petsWere not aware of national park ##### cate t. 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