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Fern Cottage in Dorchester provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a tennis court. The property is around 15 miles from Monkey World, 24 miles from Corfe Castle, and 25 miles from Poole Harbor. The bed and breakfast also features free Wifi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Each room has a kettle, while some rooms include a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. Golden Cap is 25 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Bournemouth International Center is 28 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 29 miles from Fern Cottage.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Janette
    Australia Australia
    Host Caroline was really lovely, probably one of the most helpful and nicest hosts we've met. Beautiful English village too.
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Caroline was a great host, nothing was too much trouble. Pretty village location . Plenty of parking.
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wow - the host Caroline was exceptional, so friendly, professional & flexible. Breakfast was superb, nothing was too much - pancakes cooked to order, there was a huge selection. We were very happy.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice family run B and B. Clean good sized rooms. Pity I was travelling for work as it would have made an excellent place for a break or a holiday base.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location to Dorchester, lovely breakfast, excellent host and very comfortable!!
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Superb breakfast, just delicious. Warm, friendly and helpful host. Nice cosy, homely accommodation much better than staying in a hotel which can sometimes feel impersonal.
  • Michael
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was excellent and personally attended by the owner. One on one service. Very friendly and helpful staff.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent facilities Brilliant value for money Friendly host Very accommodating to vegans
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Slept well and breakfast was spot on . Wholeheartedly recommend fern cottage and will stay again when I return. Thank you very much for a relaxing experience, was just what I needed
  • Harriette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a lovely host and the location is a beautiful village that is good reach to all the popular destinations near by.

Area info

Amenities of Fern Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Adults only
    • Electric blankets
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Fern Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
    Check-out
    From 12:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Fern Cottage

    • Fern Cottage is 5 miles from the center of Dorchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Fern Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Fern Cottage is from 4:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Fern Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Tennis court
      • Tennis equipment
    • Room options at Fern Cottage include:

      • Double