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Bramble Cottage

Cerne Abbas, near Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Charming character cottage in the historic village of Cerne Abbas
  • Light and airy kitchen/diner with French doors leading to the pretty enclosed garden
  • Extensive range of public footpaths and bridleways from the village
  • Within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast with beaches and coastal footpaths to explore
Property code: OC-BRAMC

The property is conveniently situated along the main village road in the heart of the small, friendly village of Cerne Abbas, home of the Cerne Abbas Giant hillside chalk figure. The village itself has plenty to offer, including three welcoming pubs, a traditional Dorset tearoom and a shop/Post Office. There is an extensive range of public footpaths and bridleways throughout the village, perfect for exploring this stunning pocket of countryside in the heart of central Dorset. Just seven miles away is the historic market town of Dorchester, while the Jurassic Coast and seaside resorts of Weymouth, Swanage and Lyme Regis are all within easy reach. Other attractions include Monkey World, The Tank Museum, Durdle Door, Lulworth Castle, Corfe Castle, Abbotsbury Swannery, the abbey town of Sherborne and much more.

Inside, this charming cottage has been sympathetically updated to offer fresh and bright accommodation with plenty of original features retained. Stepping through the front door takes you straight into the charming lounge, which is a cosy and welcoming room for relaxing after a long day. Here you will find an exposed brick fireplace with a wood burner, selection of books to choose from, Smart TV and exposed beams. A step up from the lounge takes you into the light and airy kitchen/diner which overlooks the pretty cottage garden through French doors. The kitchen is well equipped and includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and there is ample room around the farmhouse table to enjoy casual meals. From the lounge, cottage style stairs lead up to the first floor where a double bedroom with exposed beams and a Victorian iron bed sits at the front of the property and a twin bedroom overlooks the garden at the rear of the cottage. The bedrooms share a bathroom on the first floor which has a handheld shower over the bath.

Step outside from the kitchen onto a pretty patio area with garden furniture for enjoying al fresco meals. From here, six steps lead up to an enclosed lawn area surrounded by mature trees and shrubs.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with bath, handheld shower and WC
  • Kitchen - electric oven and induction hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee pod machine (pods not provided), fridge, freezer, slimline dishwasher and washing machine
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs included
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn and garden furniture
  • Roadside parking directly outside the property
  • EV charging point located in public carpark
  • Shop/Post Office and pubs within walking distance
  • Beach approximately 10 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Becky Wakelin

This property is personally managed by Becky.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Linda 11th June 2026

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A lovely cottage in a great location, well thought out with everything you needed. Beds very comfortable and nice soft bedding we both slept well.The cottage was situated in such a lovely village and with easy reach of places we visited. Sherborne is a must especially the castles. The owners were very helpful and told us of events and facilities inRead more Cerne Abbas, we would certainly visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Glenys 23rd May 2026

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Reviewed by Mehdi 21st March 2026

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Reviewed by Haley 27th December 2025

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Lovely, beautifully clean cottage in an excellent location. Lots of lovely walking on the doorstep. Pubs and shop in the village an additional bonus.

Reviewed by Kay 16th December 2025

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This cottage is beautiful throughout, we would definitely book it again in the future

Reviewed by Jenny 13th November 2025

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Reviewed by Nigel 6th November 2025

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A very delightful cottage, in a perfect location for local places to visit. Sherborne and Bridport are a "must" visit.

Reviewed by Liliane 31st October 2025

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Reviewed by Joan 27th September 2025

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Cosy pretty cottage - very well equipped kitchen and all very clean. Super location in a charming village. Appreciated the parking immediately outside the front door!!

Reviewed by Sue 19th September 2025

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Good cottage in a pleasant location with some great walks.

Reviewed by Penny 5th September 2025

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Reviewed by Jeanette 2nd September 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 25th August 2025

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Beautiful cottage and the village amazing. We throughly enjoyed our stay. Dorset is such a pretty county.

Reviewed by Jennifer 22nd August 2025

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Had a lovely stay over the bank holiday weekend. Spotlessly clean comfy cottage, located in a friendly village. Everything we needed was provided and beds were super comfortable. Parking easy, right outside.

Reviewed by Laura 15th August 2025

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Fabulous stay. Cosy cottage with a quiet and tranquil garden. A neighbour even left home grown veggies on our doorstep.

Reviewed by Michael 8th August 2025

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The cottage is beautiful and has all the facilities you need, i couldnt fault it! Its location at cerne abbas is the icing on the cake, its a stunning village!

Reviewed by Elizabeth 4th July 2025

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Comfortable, clean and everything we needed . Very good local shop. Great weather ! Thank you for nice holiday. Elizabeth and family.

Reviewed by Romina 27th June 2025

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Bramble cottage was a home from home, very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Beds very comfortable. Cerne Abbas is really quiet. The garden is also very private. We didn't have a car but easy to get to the lovely Sherborne (and Sherborne Abbey) by bus. Lovely walks in Cerne Abbey via kettle bridge as well as the site of the old Benedictine monaRead morestery. We recommend the gardens at Mintern Magna - we went by bus and happily spent over two hours there. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 3rd June 2025

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The property is set in the beautiful village of Cerne Abbas in Dorset, with the famous giant chalked onto a hill. It has three pubs, offering a variety of food, plus a village store. It is very quiet, but within easy access to both Dorchester and Sherborne, offering more shops. Also lots of beautiful walks. The cottage itself is spacious with a louRead morenge, large kitchen with all appliances and two bedrooms. It is very comfortable, clean and tidy, with a new TV, plus books to read. Would go again. Hide

Reviewed by Albert 26th April 2025

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Reviewed by Linda 28th March 2025

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A comfortable and well-equipped cottage. We must like it because this is our second stay!

Reviewed by John 17th March 2025

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Homely cosy and warm. A nice cottage in a nice village with lovely surroundings.

Reviewed by Janet 3rd November 2024

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Reviewed by Kirsty 18th October 2024

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A really lovely cottage. Obviously renovated and maintained with love and we loved staying there. Easy walk to pubs and shop, good walks from the village and also lots to do and see within a short car drive.

Reviewed by John 11th October 2024

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Reviewed by Dick 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Ludmila 2nd August 2024

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We spent a wonderful week at Bramble cottage during our summer vacation. The house has everything you need to live: from dishes and kitchen utensils, dishwasher, coffee machine (with milk frother!), even washing machine and hair dryer. We especially liked the comfortable beds. Everything was very clean and fresh. We had the possibility to park our Read morecar directly in front of the door. Many thanks to the landlords! Hide

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.