Guests say
The Old Dairy House in Arne, Dorset, is consistently praised for its comfort, beautiful garden, and peaceful setting. Guests appreciate the well-equipped property, ideal for family gatherings and its proximity to nature reserves. The classic interior and extensive book collection add to the charm, making it a much-loved destination for many.
Guests have highlighted the property as spotlessly clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness throughout the cottage.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquility, proximity to nature reserves, and countryside walks, although access via a long narrow road is noted.
The property is frequently described as cosy and comfortable, with plenty of space for guests, contributing to a relaxing experience.
Facilities are generally praised, especially for family-friendliness and the inclusion of essentials. However, one review mentions damp areas and suggests the need for updates, slightly lowering the score.
The provision of essentials and quick responses to queries are noted, reflecting a thoughtful approach to guest comfort. While gifts are not explicitly mentioned, the attention to detail is appreciated, though it's politely noted that such personal touches are not guaranteed.
About this property
The Old Dairy House is a beautiful spacious cottage nestled in the tiny village of Arne, near Wareham and is situated on the edge of the RSPB nature reserve, with walks leading out towards Poole Harbour. Originally built around 1560 and steeped in history, it was a working dairy up until the Second World War.
This much-loved family home will be sure not to disappoint! The Old Dairy House is a large cottage perfect for family gatherings and get-togethers located in the pretty village or Arne. The vast grounds of this property are uniquely well-kept and ideal for children wanting to run off steam.
Close to Wareham an historic town with a pretty quay with live music events throughout the year this holiday home is within striking distance of this house. Further afield is the seaside town of Swanage with its sandy beaches, steam railway and vibrant high street.
This corner of Dorset has a varied selection of local attractions - from the natural beauty of Poole Harbour and Lulworth Cove to man made Quarries to Monkey World and Bovington Tank Museum - fun to be had for all!
Size: Sleeps up to 8, 4 bedroomsBeds: 1 x super king-size, 1 x king-size, 4 x singlesRooms: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 ground floor), 2 living rooms, dining room, kitchen and pantry, outside utility roomKitchen and Utilities: Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Kettle, toaster, iron
Entertainment: TV, DVD, radio, WiFiOutdoors: Large grounds with garden furniture and bbqparking: Private parking for five carsGeneral: Oil central heating, log burner x 2, cot, highchair. Linen and towels provided. WiFi available. No smoking at this propertyPets: 1 well behaved pet allowedNearest beach: Less than 1 mileNearest amenities: 3.5 miles
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Poole Harbour
- Swanage Railway
- Wimborne Model Town & Gardens
- Monkey World
- Tivoli Theatre
- Corfe Castle
- Studland Bay
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Beach
- Bournemouth University
Reviews (15)
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Mr Wilson
An amazing house and a beautiful garden in a perfect location - definitely somewhere we would love to stay at again!
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Mr Fulker
Really characterful cottage with a beautiful garden in a peaceful location, in easy walking distance of Arne RSPB reserve. Plenty of room for the 7 of us and one thing we particularly loved was the massive collection of books. In each room we'd come across another collection and we could easily spend another week there studying the book collection! It was spotlessly clean and had everything we could need to really enjoy our week there, we didn't want to leave and definitely want to return.
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Mr Barton
Disappointing. We were expecting a property which had been updated more recently. Damp areas in the bathrooms. OK it's an old property but feel it could have been a lot better if some money was spent on it! Maybe better in the spring and summer when you can spend more time out of doors. Very good location though.