About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Shepherd's Hut in Dorchester offers a homestay experience with a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Modern Amenities: The property features a kitchenette, private bathroom, fireplace, and barbecue. Guests can enjoy garden views, a dining area, and outdoor furniture. Local Attractions: Weymouth Harbour is 14 km away, Golden Cap 26 km, and Athelhampton House 15 km. Bournemouth Airport is 52 km from the homestay.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the moment we walked in, we felt at home. Everything we needed was there, plus special homely touches.. I can't imagine a Shepherds Hut being better than this. Would recommend to everyone.
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was really cosy and in a great location. Loved how they left milk in the fridge and a little card upon arrival. Was catered very well and loved the fact you can have the fire on when it's colder was perfect for our trip and would definitely...
  • Poolton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Thank you for such a beautiful stay in your lovely shepherd’s hut. It was the perfect end to our birthday week away peaceful, beautifully presented, and just what we needed. We loved relaxing in the hammock and deckchairs, listening to the birds...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a beautiful location. The hut and every little detail about it has been very well thought out. We loved the little touches too such as the milk and biscuits on arrival. Such a quiet location and was perfect for us to recharge and relax. We...
  • Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cosy furnishings and perfect location for the surrounding areas. The Shepherd Hut is in a quiet, private wooded plot with access to the adjoining the bridleway. A lovely decking area outside with the use of a hammock, deck chairs and bbq. Location...

Hosted by Sheena

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Sheena
The Shepherds Hut is located in a quiet wooded corner set in its own private garden. 2 miles from Dorchester and located directly next to a bridleway/cycle path there are lovely walks in the area including about 30 minutes walk directly to Maiden Castle, a very large iron age hill fort. Cosy and insulated, the hut has a wood burner (and discrete electric heating) for cooler days and under the dappled shade of mature trees keeps cool in the summer. An outside decking area has seating and a barbeque. There is a hammock which you can easily clip between the trees and while away a peaceful afternoon. Inside is a standard double bed, kitchen area with microwave combi oven, fridge, gas hob and kettle, toaster and all the standard kitchen equipment you need. Bath towels, hand towels, tea towels and bed linen are provided. Toilet roll and hand wash is provided.
Hi, I'm Sheena, I have been enjoying hosting guests in my Shepherds Hut since 2020. My work is teaching pottery which I'm lucky enough to do from my studio in the garden. I have 2 jack Russell dogs Dottie and Phyllis who enjoy exploring with me.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.