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Please note: this property requires a minimum stay of 3 nights; Monday arrivals cannot be accommodated without first checking with the owner (or agent). The Old School Cottage is a wonderful, attached barn conversion, within the grounds of the owner's home and set in the rural Dorset hamlet of Tincleton and can sleep four people. Oil-fired central heating with radiators. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WIFI, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. ‘Zappi’ electric car charging point for cottage use - (Modest charges applied at end of stay). Shared lawned garden with sitting area, patio and furniture. Small BBQ/fire-pit. Two well-behaved dogs or other pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. There are two convenience stores 2.5 miles from the cottage. Note: there is an art gallery (Tincleton Gallery) and framing studio (Dorchester Framing) on site; the gallery is closed on weekdays Note: restricted head height in the twin bedroom due to sloping ceilingNote: the double eaves bedroom is open to the staircase, so children need to be supervised at all O2 is good but some mobile signals may be intermittent (can be checked onlinePlease note: this property requires a minimum stay of 3 nights; Monday arrivals cannot be accommodated without first checking with the owner (or agent)

Tincleton is a tiny hamlet in Dorset, nestled in a beautiful rural setting within the valley of the River Frome. The hamlet is just five miles east of the county town of Dorchester which has many shops and attractions to discover. The area has many wonderful and picturesque walks to offer visitors and the countryside is rich in wildlife, with the River Frome being designated an Area of Special Scientific Interest. Also very popular with those who visit Dorset is the stunning Dorset Jurassic Coast, with the coastal path offering spectacular views and beautiful sandy beaches nearby.