Cerne Cottage At Lancombe Country Cottages
Maiden Newton, Dorchester, Dorset, Countryside
Check-out Time: 10:00
Outside Description
Lucky Cerne steals the show when it comes to views. It’s end-of-terrace location means it has extensive views across the landscape. It is nearby to all facilities at Lancombe, and the back entrance opens out onto the courtyard, where there is a fantastic amount of space to sit and relax. But you can also sit and look at our resident chickens and woodland out the front on further seating provided.
Downstairs Description
Cerne is light, bright and airy, and offers beautiful living space on the ground floor, with an open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining area with an electric imitation log burner, for that extra cosy feeling without the hassle!
With beautiful floral curtains and accessories, all in lovely pastel shades, this is a real little countryside star.
First Floor Description
Upstairs, there are two fabulous rooms; a double and a twin. It’s perfect for a family of four, or perhaps two couples. Both rooms are tastefully decorated and offer great space to store your luggage and clothes.
The bathroom is on the first floor, and offers a small bath and shower, and is modern, clean and well cared for.
Tourist Attractions:
- Lyne Regis: Its historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features, set against moody blue cliffs yielding fossilised evidence of life on earth millions of years ago. An ancient town featured in the Domesday Book, Lyme Regis is home to a number of historical landmarks and educational attractions. Visit website
- Athelhampton House - Dorchester: Athelhampton’s history and that of its inter-related families covers more than a thousand years. Much of the present house has stood over five centuries. Visit website
- Tank Museum - Dorchester: Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare from World War One to the present day. As you explore the Museum's six large halls you will come face to face with vehicles that have seen action in all the major wars of the 20th Century and hear first-hand accounts from those who fought in them. Visit website
- Monkey World - Dorchester: Ape Rescue Centre is home to over 250 rescued and endangered primates. Visit website
Eating and Drinking:
- The Chalk & Cheese In Maiden Newton: Serving traditional pub grub, real ales & cider, also hosting live bands & entertainment with skittle alley/function room available for hire, Visit website
- The Fox & Hounds Inn In Cattistock: Offering excellent home-cooked food, a menu which changes every day Visit website
Food Stores:
- Spar: In Maiden Newton Visit website
- Tesco: In Dorchester and you could always pre order your grocery delivery ready for your arrival Visit website
Sporting Attractions and Activities:
- Cycling In Dorchester: Cycle from the county town of Dorchester through the heart of Dorset to the historic coastal town of Lyme Regis on the Devon-Dorset border, or travel north to Sherborne taking in some of Dorset’s most picturesque villages. Visit website
- Weymouth Watersports : Sit on top ocean kayaking is fast becoming one of the most popular outdoor activates in the UK and kayaking in Weymouth and Portland will allow you to explore the unique coastline, historical wealth and fantastic clear waters of this special area. Visit website
- Splashdown Waterpark - Dorchester: Splashdown Waterpark is a great day out for family and friends. There’s something for everyone – from big kids to little ones – with some of the UK’s most exciting waterflumes. For the thrill-seekers, brave the Screamer with its sheer vertical drop. Plunge into darkness on the Black Thunder. Visit website