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Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views

Escape to this idyllic retreat surrounded by Dorset’s rolling hills and woods. Gather around the open fire or explore ancient abbeys just a short drive away.

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
TV, DVD player
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views

Accommodation comprises four bedrooms. There is a sitting room with open fire, television and panoramic outside views.

The fully equipped kitchen has an Aga cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. The dining room table can seat up to eight guests.

This is Thomas Hardy country, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just off the Wessex Ridgeway walkers’ path, set in the hills and woods of central Dorset. The Jurassic Coast with its dramatic cliffs and coves, as well as ancient abbeys and castles, wonderful gardens, lovely old towns, and even a tank museum, are all within a half hour drive.

Greygles is an old Dorset word for the bluebells that abound in the local woods in Spring.

Additional Information:
Logs for open fire included.
Two travel cots, highchair and a stair gate available upon request - please bring your own cot linens.
There is off-road parking for 2–3 cars and a garage.
Up to two well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge).
A Z-bed is available, making it easy to sleep up to eight (prior arrangement necessary).
Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use or streaming. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Dorset Hideaways will be held responsible.

Ground Floor:
Sitting/dining room
With open fire, 22” Freeview TV, DVD player, CD player, dining table for eight guests and French doors leading to a patio.
Kitchen
With electric Aga, electric hob and oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, walk-in larder with washing machine.
Bedroom one
With a king-size bed, large built-in cupboard and chest of drawers.
Adjacent bathroom
With bath, wash basin and WC.
Shower room
With shower, wash basin and WC.

First Floor:
Bedroom two
With king-size bed.
En suite bathroom
With roll top bath, shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom three
With two single beds.
Bedroom four
With a single bed.

Outside:
There is a south-facing patio and large lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue.
A Wendy House for young children - overlooked from the kitchen window.
A space for two cars and a garage.

Property manager

Dorset Hideaways

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing 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

  • Unit size: 11 sq ft (1 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

House
Vrbo Property
561702

About the neighborhood

Map
Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester

What's nearby

  • Cerne Abbas Giant - 26 min drive
  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 29 min drive
  • The Tank Museum - 30 min drive
  • Lulworth Cove - 37 min drive
  • Durdle Door - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 25 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thimble Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gaggle of Geese - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Hambro Arms - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views located?

Set in Dorchester, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Badger Watch Dorset, and Sculpture by the Lakes. Shillingstone Railway Project and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Greygles - Surrounded by beautiful views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Colin M., Naples Florida USA

Excellent
Excellent hideaway in the deepest Dorset countryside but convenient for local attractions. Would stay again
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8/10 Good

Pauline B.

Dorset Holiday
This house was lovely, we enjoyed having breakfast outside in peace and quiet. Roads are a little narrow but have plenty of passing points. Views are beautiful and house comfortable.
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8/10 Good

An Easter break
The cottage was the perfect size for 7 of us plus dog and had everything we required. It's situated in a quiet village within walking distance of a great pub. The property backs on to open countryside which is great for walks from the property. There is lots to see and do in the area including the Tank museum, Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
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10/10 Excellent

A countryside gem
Greygles suited us perfectly for a few days in Dorset - a ground floor bedroom and choice of bathrooms for Granddad. Quirky upstairs ensuite and beautiful view from the main bedroom. Nice little touches, like tea, coffee, milk, biscuits and wine - all looked to be locally sourced. Comfy lounge and lovely view from the patio. Perfect for our trip to Tankfest. The local pub (The Fox) had an extensive menu. We had a lovely stay!
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8/10 Good

Lovely Stay
All the family had a lovely stay at this cosy cottage situated in a wonderful village. The cottage backs onto fields and is a lovely place to unwind & relax. Super pub 10mins walk The Fox, farm shop & village store opposite the pub - all good !!
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6/10 Okay

Eugene P.

A pleasant stay but wouldn't rush to return
Cobwebs were visible but luckily no spiders. Skirting boards could do with a wipe round. Socket near door in downstairs bedroom needs attention.A comfortable stay with good amenities in the house. Nice that owner rang to see if all was well on date of arrival. As I had to travel to Bournemouth for dialysis 3 times a week narrow road with passing places was a bit off putting. Due to this travelling I would not be returning to this venue. But would be very happy to use Dorset Hidaways for another booking.

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful
Very nice indeed. The only slight negative was the steep staircase that would need to be navigated from bedroom 3 and 2 upstairs if the bathroom was needed in the night. We had 2 small children who could use the master bedroom so ok. Otherwise very comfortable and well stocked. But I was worried about the Aga but found there was an electric oven as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little gem
A lovely country house in a beautiful location. Would go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

Lovely accommodation for all ages
Greygles is a wonderful cottage in beautiful surroundings. Our group consisted of 6 adults (of varying ages) and an 8-month-old baby and all of us felt right at home. The two seniors were happy to take the bedroom downstairs and used the bathroom with the shower. The facilities provided for babies/children (cot, highchair and stairgate) were certainly satisfactory and in general, the accommodation is well-stocked (kitchen appliances, cooking utensils, towels, tourist books, dvds, washing liquid, dishwasher tablets, etc). Although the weather was slightly too chilly to sit outside often, there are supplies for the garden, too (parasol, table, etc). Even if you can't sit outside, the living room, dining room and two of the upstairs bedrooms look out over a large stretch of fields, which were full of linseed when we were there, colouring purple in the sunshine. Absolutely stunning! The cottage was very clean and tidy when we arrived and dustbins are provided in every room, as well as a vacuum cleaner, to make it easy to keep it that way. Checking in on our day of arrival was a breeze with the key box, which was also very convenient when our group went their separate ways for the day so the key could remain on-site. The owner was abroad during our stay, but he called us on the first day to make sure everything was in order and we had settled in nicely. We also had a lovely chat about local activities and must-sees. For any problems that might have occured during our stay, he provided us with details of someone who lives close by. On the day before we left, he called again to hear how our stay had been. This was a very nice courtesy! Melcombe Bingham is a small village, but a great starting point for short and long walks alike, taking you through a varried landscape. It's also quite central for many daytrips, either to the coast or further inland. We stayed at Greygles for 10 days and didn't get to see everything we wanted in the area, so there is a lot to do. There is a Brewery shop in the village, which can provide you with basic groceries, but there are supermarkets a short car ride away.
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10/10 Excellent

There you miss nothing.
The place is well equipped. environment is great. Their roads are great but need widening. The people are friendly.
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6/10 Okay

A week in Melcombe Bingham
Dishwasher not correctly fixed so fell towards you if not careful. Fridge in poor condition, vacuum cleaner broken. Recommended place for dog waste had not been emptied, garden becoming overgrown. No obscure glass in large downstairs bathroom window. Disappointing especially because of cost
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous stay
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Greygles, the cottage & garden is lovely. The rear of the property overlooks a field so it felt so peaceful and not at all overlooked. Easy walking distance to The Fox pub & the village store. ( although we did drive to the store!) Three of the bedrooms were upstairs & one is downstairs & that suited us perfectly as we were 3 generations! We had a wonderful time- thank you Greygles!!
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10/10 Excellent

Therese L.

A spacious, comfortable cottage with a lovely welcoming feel.
Greygles Cottage was a very spacious, comfortable cottage with a lovely welcoming feel. beautiful far reaching views from the back garden. Local walks for our dog from the doorstep which we appreciated every day. Extremely supportive owner and housekeeper Sarah with some issues with the internet and fire alarm. Both quickly resolved. An easy walk to the local Pub and a 20 minute drive to a great quality restaurant located in a Manor House with magnificent gardens. Highly recommend this cottage and area of Dorset.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely place
A lovely cottage in fabulous surroundings. Attentive owner. Accommodation very comfortable for our party of limited mobility grandma, 3 adults and 2 small children. Fabulous views and easy access to nearby places. We got to Monkey World and Lulworth Cove. Definitely plan to return
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10/10 Excellent

Val J., Gibraltar

Greygles Cottage
We all loved the cottage. The view from the garden was wonderful. Great location for local walks. The Fox Inn was great and the Farm shop very handy. Can highly recommend to anyone who loves the countryside.

10/10 Excellent

Jim D., Devon, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greygles, Melcombe Bingham May 2021
I spite of terrible weather for much of our stay, we enjoyed our time in this lovely cosy cottage.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet location for a family holiday.
Clean and tidy property with a fully equipped kitchen for a large family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020