Tolpuddle Cottage
3752Tolpuddle / Sleeps 4 + cot*
7 Nights from £552
Mrs Wilkinson October 2023
Well appointed and comfortable cottage. Well located to access local attractions.
Miss Smales September 2023
Tolpuddle Cottage is located in a pretty village with excellent access and within a 30 minutes drive of most attractions, towns and villages. The photos and description of the cottage are generally accurate but me mindful the stairs are steep and winding. A very generous welcome box was left for us, which was much appreciated with a jar of biscuits for the dogs. The kitchen is has decent work top space, is well equipped and plenty of crockery, cutlery and glassware. The sitting area is comfortable, light but cosy. Attention has been given to the furnishings to give it a home from home feel. It was great to have off road parking. Although a modern terrace, we did not hear any noise from the neighbours. I have made detailed comment in the feedback form, but the duvets and pillows are in very poor condition; this does need addressing for future guests' comfort. We had very mild nights in September and unfortunately we did not sleep well under 10.5 tog duvets. Season appropriate duvets would have been much better. Overall we enjoyed our stay and exploring the east side of Dorset. I would return to the cottage if the bedding issues are rectified.
Reply from Classic Cottages
Thank you so much for sharing your review and for your suggestions regarding the bedding - we are following this up, we appreciate you letting us know. We're delighted to see that you enjoyed your time in Dorset. Tanya, Customer Support
Mr Stewart August 2023
A well located cottage for visiting our favourite places in Dorset. Unfortunately this cottage fell below the usual standard in housekeeping/cleanliness we have always experienced at other "Classic" cottages.
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're sorry that the cleanliness wasn't quite up to standard. Thanks for letting us know so that we can follow this up with the housekeeping team. It's great to hear that the the cottage offered a great base for you and we'd love to welcome you back in the future. Julie, Customer Support
Mrs Edmonds May 2023
This cottage is in a perfect location for touring most of Dorset; especially the coast. The village is full of beautiful, thatched, picturesque old and modern cottages. The 180 degree staircase was fun to negotiate with large suitcases, but we managed; the Welcome Pack made us feel better! It is adequate for two adult couples, and the off-road parking for two cars is a bonus. We were aware that the cottage was dog-friendly, but we weren't prepared for the doggy smell that greeted us as we arrived. A lot of opening of windows cured the problem. We experienced issues with property maintenance that should have been remedied by the Housekeeper prior to our arrival, but Classic Cottages resolved the problems promptly and courteously. Dorset holiday cottages are always pricey. This particular property's price equated to a BnB our friends had used in Weymouth (no parking), so the cottage did seem value for money.
Reply from Classic Cottages
Thank you so much for your review. You have painted such a lovely picture of the area and the cottage for future guests. We're so glad that we could help you with the issues that you encountered while you were at the cottage. It's always reassuring to hear that our work here at Classic is valued by you as a guest. We do hope that we can welcome you back again in the future. Donna, Customer Support
Ms Mitchell February 2023
Lovely, well appointed cottage in a fabulous historic location. Great for exploring Dorset from.
Mr Fish January 2023
Lovely quiet cottage in a handy location for attractions amenities and not too far from the coast either
Mr Brown November 2022
A really lovely cottage with all the facilities you could wish for. Very nice welcome pack of milk/ tea and some wine / beer which was appreciated. All round a very nice holiday indeed.
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're so pleased you had a very nice holiday at Tolpuddle Cottage. It's a perfect base to explore all of that beautiful Dorset countryside. We hope you'll choose to return again in the future. Kelsey, Customer Support
Mrs Gould September 2022
Tolpuddle Cottage is a lovely ,comfortable place to stay . Home from home . Great location for visiting many interesting places . Would definately return there , Recommend a holiday there .
Mrs Gottsche September 2022
Pretty, comfortable cottage , well situated for visiting surrounding villages and towns.
Mrs Wootton August 2022
Great location, well equipped kitchen and well worth a stay for your holiday.
Miss Norris July 2022
Lovely comfortable cottage in a beautiful area. Great welcome pack.
Mrs Peacock May 2022
This is a lovely, warm, comfortable cottage in a really quiet location. Don't be put off by it being roadside - hardly any traffic at all. So much to do nearby and some lovely walks without using the car at all. We would definitely return. It was great to see a holiday cottage with an air source heat pump too. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Mrs Mayes March 2022
This is a lovely well equipped, comfortable and tastefully decorated property in an excellent location for accessing the best of Dorset.
Mrs Botha December 2021
We really enjoyed our stay at Tolpuddle Cottage! It was the perfect last minute family getaway after covid cancelled all our previous plans for abroad. The kids enjoyed the games that were available to them and visiting all the wonderful places so easy to get to from the cottage.
Reply from Classic Cottages
Thank you so much for sharing your comments! We are so glad that Tolpuddle Cottage worked so well for your family and it sounds as if the children had a great time in the games room. We hope to welcome you back so you can continue to explore all the area has to offer. Sarah, Customer Support
Mrs Wheatley November 2021
Lovely property that is well equipped.
Mrs Marriage October 2021
Cottage was nicely decorated and all you might need available in the kitchen. Some cleanliness issues that need to be resolved.
Mrs Whitehouse September 2021
Pretty cottage in a lovely location.
Mr Saunders September 2021
Overall very comfortable.
Ms Daruvala September 2021
First booking with Classic Cottages and impressed with their high standards and friendly booking staff. Highly recommend this cottage. Quiet location; you can follow the history of the Tolpuddle Martyrs on an audio trail through the village. Perfectly situated for trips to the Jurassic coast, Milton Abbas, Dorchester. A very welcoming clean thatched cottage with high quality as new furnishings, tastefully decorated, very comfortable beds and soft leather sofas. Fabulous arrival hamper of milk, local beer, wine, biscuits and teas/coffees. Little patio area for morning coffee in the sunshine. Good safe parking space behind the cottage.
Mrs Singer August 2021
We had a wonderful stay at Tolpuddle. The cottage had everything we needed, it was so well equipped and it was spotlessly clean. The beds were lovely and comfortable and the parking was very easy which is a rarity in this area. It’s a fantastic base for getting to a range of lovely beaches and there are great restaurants and shopping options nearby. We have already booked to come back next year!
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're delighted that you had such a wonderful stay at Tolpuddle. Thank you so much for sharing your comments, it's great to hear you've already booked a return visit!! Julie, Customer Support
Mrs Wain August 2021
A lovely property that was clean and well equipped. Car needed for shops and restaurants, as there is nothing in Tolpuddle itself other than residential properties. Many coastal places within an hour (Weymouth, Lyme Regis, Swanage).
Mrs Clappison May 2021
A beautiful cottage with a classic style but the luxury of being nearly new, in a stunning rural location.
Mr Chaplin May 2021
The cottage was immaculate and comfortable as described on the website. Plenty of parking. A great base for exploring the area. Would definitely return.
Mrs Hooker October 2020
The cottage is beautiful, providing us with everything we needed. It's very welcoming, cosy and very comfortable. The location of the cottage was ideal for walks and places to visit.
Mrs Retallack September 2020
A great location, as the cottage is so near to many Dorset places we wanted to visit.
Mrs Ainsbury September 2020
We had a cosy time in Dorset, very relaxed and good fun. We followed many of the recommendations, which were really helpful ideas of what to see and do and the cottage exceeded our expectations.
Mrs Gilbey August 2020
Beautiful cottage in a quiet location. 30-40 minutes drive to nearest beaches. Car essential. Excellent customer service from Classic during our stay.
Mrs Ducker July 2020
A nicely decorated property in a convenient location. Lovely spacious bedrooms and plenty of toilets and bathrooms.
Mr Thompson July 2020
A wonderfully furnished cottage that had been very thoroughly cleaned and provided a homely, comfortable base to explore Dorset!
Mrs Fowler August 2019
We absolutely loved our holiday in Tolpuddle cottage. It is a beautiful cottage and was well equipped and beautifully furnished. It was totally suitable for me with my 4 older children. The location was perfect for most of the major attractions being within a half hour drive of most. The pub in Puddletown provided the best food for our tastes. The Martyrs Inn was within walking distance and was pleasant enough although the food quality was adequate.
Mrs Waugh May 2019
We thought the location of the cottage was excellent. The peace and quiet of a village, but so many places within very easy reach. My granddaughter loved the play area, virtually over the road from the cottage. Highlights of our week. Monkey World, an amazing "rescue" centre for primates, they do a fantastic job. We enjoyed the Swanage to Corfe Castle steam railway. Excellent afternoon tea at Athelhampton House, literally just down the road, can recommend the Dorset Apple cake! We loved Dorchester and Weymouth has an excellent safe beach for children. We did not do all that we had planned,so will have to return and would certainly consider staying at Tolpuddle cottage again.
Reply from Classic Cottages
The cottage certainly offers the best of both worlds with plenty to do in the area but a lovely peaceful retreat to return to in the evenings. We think a second visit is a must, especially for another slice of that famous Dorset Apple Cake! Tanya, Customer Support
Mr Tompkins March 2019
Cottage was great (apart from heating); super king bed was nice, location is great, Netflix was available and enjoyed that, it is really quiet there, Dorset is wonderful. Athelhampton discount card was very useful, it is a great place.
The heating isnt a flexible heating system and not really suitable for holiday let where different people have different ideas about how warm a room should be in cold weather.
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're delighted that you enjoyed your holiday in Tolpuddle Cottage and liked the lovely Dorset location. We're really sorry that the cottage took a bit of time to warm up for you - underfloor heating can be a little slower to react but the housekeeper will make sure all is cosy for arrival in future, and guests can adjust the temperature thereafter on the room thermostat. Thanks so much for letting us know. Kari, Customer Support
Mrs Blyde September 2018
Lovely quiet cottage in a lovely village. Great pub within walking distance. Lovely comfy bed and beautifully furnished. Lovely soft towels also. Highly recommend. Thought it was a bit expensive though.
Mrs Thacker August 2018
Thank you for a lovely family stay at Tolpuddle Cottage, a good location to explore Dorset.
Mr Jackson April 2018
A lovely cottage in a wonderful location, we felt blessed to have stayed here in Tolpupuddle cottage , we were able to visit so many places , words cannot express our thanks to the owners Mr and Mrs Hall for sharing there beautiful home , so we could experience this beautiful heavenly place , Dorset wow what a great place to encounter !!! Looking forward to our future stays , our thanks until next time God willing , Mr and Mrs Jackson from Derbyshire . Ps our little dog sends lots of doggie kisses too
Dr Hopkins April 2018
The cottage was lovely, very well equipped and modern, a home away from home, a lovely base to explore Dorset. We definitely recommend Tolpuddle cottage for a lovely break away.
Miss France September 2017
This cottage had far more in the way of equipment than any other in which we've stayed. Very well equipped and spotlessly clean
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