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Minerva

Crossways, near Dorchester, Dorset
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
Spa facilities
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At a glance

  • Dog-friendly Dorset retreat on a lakeside estate, perfect for a relaxing break surrounded by nature
  • Enjoy fishing, swimming, tennis, paddleboarding and fitness facilities without having to leave the site
  • For days out with the family, visit popular spots like the Isle of Portland and historic Corfe Castle
Property code: OC-M45208

Designed for a memorable escape with family or friends, this stylish and dog-friendly retreat enjoys an enviable location on a private estate with lakes, woodland and a nature reserve to discover. Fill your days with scenic walks and cycle rides, tennis, kayaking or a swim in the heated outdoor pool, then unwind with a spa treatment or dinner at the site’s superb restaurant. If you can bear to leave, the spectacular Jurassic Coast is only 6 miles away, with iconic beauty spots including Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Beach all within 15 miles. Discover Roman history and independent shops in nearby Dorchester (6 miles), visit Maiden Castle (9 miles), or spend a traditional day beside the sea in Weymouth (10 miles). Sculpture by the Lakes, Thomas Hardy's Cottage and the dramatic Osmington White Horse are also all reachable within just 6 miles, offering something for every interest.


The inside of this detached brick building is set out over two storeys, with pale walls, elegant wooden floors and large, dark-framed windows allowing natural light to flood into the interior. On the ground floor, the open-plan living space allows guests to spend time all together, whether cooking, eating or planning tomorrow’s fun. Bring home your finds from farm shops or foodie outlets and whip up gourmet meals in the contemporary kitchen, which features marble-finish worktops. A breakfast bar for four means you can keep the cook company as they work, and there’s a dining table which seats six overlooking the back garden – lovely for tucking into long and sociable meals. Quiet nights in could include a good book by the warming flames of the wood burner, a board game or a family film on the Smart TV. Upstairs, the king-size master suite includes a TV, an en-suite shower room and access to the balcony at the back of the house. The second room is a double and the third bedroom houses a double bed with a single bunk over. A sleek family bathroom completes the handsome interior.


In mild weather, slide the patio doors open to stroll out onto the lovely deck, where you’ll find comfortable outdoor seating, ready for relaxing in the sunshine as you look out over the open area of lawn beyond. Parking for one car is on the gravelled drive at the side of the house, making arrivals and departures easy, with further spaces available in the main car park.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 doubles, 1 bunk room with a double at the bottom and a single at the top
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • 1 separate WC
  • Oven, integrated microwave and built-in appliances
  • Utility room with washer/dryer
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV in the living area, TV in the king-size bedroom
  • Rear garden with decking, outdoor seating, coffee table and electric points
  • Private parking for 1 car; additional parking in the estate’s main car park
  • Restaurant and private beach on site, shop 0.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles
  • Shared 25-metre heated outdoor swimming pool, cold-water swimming lake, cold plunge, sauna, outdoor showers, relaxation yurt, lakeside treatment pods, fitness facilities, tennis court/multi-use games area and outdoor activity area
  • Paddleboarding, kayaking, water sports equipment hire from May to October, fishing, bike and electric bike hire, cycling trails, mountain biking, estate walking trails and a programme of family activities. A fishing licence must be purchased in advance
  • Please keep dogs on leads around developed areas and communal paths to protect sensitive reed beds, ground-nesting birds and other wildlife
  • EV charging point
  • Please observe quiet hours after 11pm
  • Regret no hen and stag parties
  • Regret no work-related stays
  • £500 refundable damage deposit payable the week before arrival
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Dan Cook

This property is personally managed by Dan.

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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.