Old School Retreat is a converted Victorian schoolhouse in Dorset that sleeps up to 12 guests. This spacious property features a games room with pool table and sits in the beautiful Dorset countryside near Dorchester. The property offers plenty of space for larger groups with multiple living areas and a well-equipped kitchen perfect for cooking together.
The surrounding area is quintessentially Dorset. Rolling hills and traditional villages create a peaceful rural setting. The market town of Dorchester is just a short drive away.
The accommodation includes six bedrooms sleeping 12 people across the main building. There are four bathrooms throughout the property. The ground floor has a large kitchen-diner and separate sitting room.
Old School Retreat is a converted Victorian schoolhouse in Dorset that sleeps up to 12 guests. This spacious property features a games room with pool table and sits in the beautiful Dorset countryside near Dorchester. The property offers plenty of space for larger groups with multiple living areas and a well-equipped kitchen perfect for cooking together.
The surrounding area is quintessentially Dorset. Rolling hills and traditional villages create a peaceful rural setting. The market town of Dorchester is just a short drive away.
The accommodation includes six bedrooms sleeping 12 people across the main building. There are four bathrooms throughout the property. The ground floor has a large kitchen-diner and separate sitting room. Upstairs you'll find the bedrooms and additional bathrooms. The games room provides entertainment for all ages with its full-size pool table.
Dorchester town centre (3 miles, 8 minutes) offers shops and restaurants. The Jurassic Coast at Weymouth (8 miles, 20 minutes) is perfect for beach days. Visit Maiden Castle (2 miles, 6 minutes) or explore the Tank Museum at Bovington (12 miles, 25 minutes).
Old School Retreat works brilliantly for multi-generational family gatherings or friend reunions wanting countryside peace with easy access to coastal attractions.
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The full-size pool table and dedicated games area keeps everyone entertained during downtime between exploring Dorset's attractions and countryside walks.
Twelve guests sleep comfortably across six well-appointed bedrooms with four bathrooms ensuring nobody waits around during busy morning routines.
The large kitchen-diner has everything needed for group cooking with plenty of worktop space and a big table where everyone gathers together.
Set in beautiful Dorset countryside yet close to Dorchester and the coast offering the best of both rural peace and accessible attractions.
Original schoolhouse features including high ceilings and large windows create a special atmosphere whilst modern updates ensure complete comfort throughout.
The famous Jurassic Coast beaches at Weymouth are just twenty minutes away making beach days simple for the whole group to enjoy.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Old School Retreat by car, take the A35 towards Dorchester and follow signs to the village. The property is easily accessible from main roads with convenient off-road parking for multiple vehicles upon arrival.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Dorchester South, just 3 miles away from the accommodation. From there, it's a short taxi ride to your Dorset countryside base.
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Postcode: DT1 1BE
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